The topic of how cotton affects the environment has come up for a couple of years now. Although it is a natural material, cotton requires large amounts of water and chemicals to produce cotton fabrics. There are also the human rights issues surrounding cotton that have been brought into the spotlight.
However, as a shirt making company, we depend on cotton. At Kamakura Shirts, we want to change the way we approach the production of our shirts while still considering the global environment. We want our customers to be at ease when they wear our shirts. And that is why we started to create a functional shirt for the shirt-wearers on the go, without compromising the quality of our products
The Gentle Cotton Texture
The part of the fabric that comes into contact with the skin is made of 100% cotton, so the comfort and textures are not inferior to those of ordinary cotton shirts. The premium cotton from India and the luxurious cotton from Australia, which is known for its whiteness, is blended together to create an original cotton thread. We tested this fabric under the skin irritation test to check the formalin content and found the number to be small. Surprisingly, the number approaches the level required for a baby's underwear.
Wrinkle - Resistant
Usually, for wrinkle-resistant/easy care shirts, it is obtained by spraying chemicals such as special coating and/or resin on the surface of the fabric, but it causes the texture to feel rough and uncomfortable. However, the same easy-care fabric can be obtained by the structure of the thread itself.
*This shirt has not been ironed. Only washed and dried.
Eco & Sustainable
Although there is polyester, as the cotton is wrapped around the polyester thread, it has a gentle cotton texture that is not inferior to the comfort of regular cotton fabric. This is because we use 100% high-grade cotton and the very white Australian-made-cotton is blended with the outer cotton. This reduces the amount of bleach (chemicals) and amount of water used for cleaning. Fewer chemicals and less water.
Dries Quickly
Although cotton has a high water absorption rate, it takes time to dry. This PALPA® fabric dries three times faster than a cotton 100% shirt. This is because the outer cotton absorbs the moisture, and the polyester inside helps it dry fast. The effect is the same if you dry it in the room.
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We use a dynamic pricing system for shipping. The chart shows estimated shipping fees for a 3kg parcel. If your order reaches the free shipping threshold, shipping is free (customs duties may still apply). Otherwise, the fee will fall within the estimated range. Final charges at checkout are the most accurate, as they depend on the receiver's location, currency rate and the actual weight of the parcel.
Shipping Area
Shipping Price & Time
Customs Duties & Taxes
Asia, United States
Estimated USD 0-25 3-4 business days
Estimated 0%-38%
Canada, Mexico, Central America, Middle East, Oceania
Estimated USD 0-25 5-6 business days
Estimated 6%-18%
Europe, South America, Africa
Estimated USD 0-25 EU: 4-5 business days Others: 6-7 business days
Estimated 14%-33%
Free Shipping Thresholds for Main Countries>>
*Please note:
We dispatch orders within 1-5 business days via DHL. Shipping to Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Iran, North Korea, and Israel are temporarily suspended.
We sometimes separate orders to cut the cost and time of shipping. Please do not worry if you receive two tracking numbers.
There may be a chance our shipping service does not ship to your country. Please contact us should you have questions.
There may be a chance of delay of your delivery due to custom inspection.
It isn't easy to find a fine-gauge cotton sweater, and this one is great. My husband and I (F) both bought multiple sweaters. The fit is relaxed like in the picture, and the waistband allows you to cinch it higher on your hips.
Pros:
- The color for the green and navy sweaters was exactly as shown
- It really does resist odors
Cons:
- The description says to hang dry after washing, in our experience this caused the sweater to stretch. I would suggest drying flat instead.
- There was some variation in the actual size of the garment, the navy we received was smaller than the green.
Wonderful quality as always from Kamakura, with the amazing attention to detail the Vintage Ivy collection is renowned for. A true classic and sure to become a staple of my winter and autumn wardrobe.
I recently picked up the French Work Jacket Kamakura and I'm very impressed. The quality is excellent, and the fit is spot-on—it has that perfect slightly baggy, relaxed workwear silhouette. Highly recommend for a comfortable and stylish jacket!