Ethically made with 100% natural combed cotton Selected colours feature 100% Australian-grown cotton True-to-size unisex fit, drapes well Short set-in sleeves Crew neck Side seamed, double needle hem to withstand everyday wear Preshrunk fabric to minimise shrinkage over time Mid-weight, 180 GSM construction for comfort Soft-touch, high-quality artwork for a premium feel Printed locally on Yugambeh Country (Gold Coast, Queensland).

T-shirt, Kaikazi Ia

$39.95

Colour: Navy Blue

Black
Navy Blue
Cypress
Oyster

Size: XS

Unisex T-shirt

Measure the garment’s width from underarm to underarm and its length from shoulder seam to front hem. Allow for a 20mm variation, within production tolerance.

AU	Width	Length
XS (6-8)	445mm	685mm
S (8-10)	470mm	710mm
M (10-12)	520mm	750mm
L (12-14)	565mm	785mm
XL (14-16)	610mm	820mm
XXL (16-18)	640mm	835mm
3XL (18-20)	680mm	850mm
4XL (20-22)	750mm	870mm
5XL (22-24)	800mm	890mm
6XL (24-26)	850mm	910mm

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Features

This comfy standard cotton t-shirt is more than just a wardrobe staple - it's a statement piece and a guaranteed conversation starter. Bring art and personality to your everyday look effortlessly!

Specifications

Ethically made with 100% natural combed cotton
Selected colours feature 100% Australian-grown cotton
True-to-size unisex fit, drapes well
Short set-in sleeves
Crew neck
Side seamed, double needle hem to withstand everyday wear
Preshrunk fabric to minimise shrinkage over time
Mid-weight, 180 GSM construction for comfort
Soft-touch, high-quality artwork for a premium feel
Printed locally on Yugambeh Country (Gold Coast, Queensland).

Fabric & Care

Thickness

Lightweight Heavyweight

Softness

Rough Super Soft

Breathability

Waterproof Breathable

For best care, machine wash gently in cold water, using a mild detergent, and avoid using bleach or fabric softeners.

Line dry out of direct sunlight, refrain from tumble drying to prevent shrinkage or fabric deterioration. If necessary, use a cool iron on the reverse side of the fabric to avoid damaging any prints or embellishments.

Avoid contact with rough surfaces or abrasive materials, as this may cause pilling or snags in the fabric. For long-term care, store the garment in a dry place and avoid prolonged exposure to direct heat or moisture.

Sustainability 🍃

Environmentally Responsible
Selected colours are made from sustainably grown Australian-grown cotton yarns, renowned for their exceptional quality and sustainability worldwide. Australian cotton is the most water-efficient cotton industry globally and has achieved an 85% reduction in the use of herbicides and pesticides.

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Sustainable Production
Life Apparel is committed to sustainability by partnering with vetted local and international manufacturers. We print these hoodies on demand, ensuring both exclusivity and preventing overproduction, which helps to reduce waste and minimise our environmental footprint.

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Eco-Friendly Packaging
Our commitment to sustainability extends to our packaging, which is entirely plastic-free. We use kerbside-recyclable or home-compostable mailers to reduce landfill waste. All deliveries are managed by Australia Post, which actively supports carbon-offset projects aimed at reducing emissions and promoting a greener future.

The Artwork

"Tagai is an important constellation Torres Strait Islanders use for navigation at night."

Glen Mackie

Kaikazi Ia

2023
Mixed Media On Paper

Glen Mackie is a First Nations artist and printmaker, a proud Iama man, currently residing on Yidinji Country (Queensland).

Elders are important teachers of culture. "Kaikazi ia" means "old words." Athe (grandfather) is teaching a young boy cultural ways through story and song, asserting community values and life skills as he approaches adulthood. The laws of Malu are sung, made visible by the shark-tooth linear pattern minar (also representing the beat of the warup, a traditional drum) and run from the mouth of Athe to Siu, the younger brother of Malu, depicted running with the wind in his canoe, warning of the imminent onset of the cyclone season. The hammerhead shark beside the canoe is Glen’s major totem.

Athe’s voice carries up to the night sky where Tagai, the warrior, is depicted. Tagai is an important constellation Torres Strait Islanders use for navigation at night. The traditional patterning and basket designs refer to the cycle of the seasons—when to perform a ceremony for hunting waru (turtle) and when to plant and harvest crops such as yam. Traditionally, a ceremony was performed to ensure a successful hunt or harvest, appealing to the spirits of nature well in advance to guarantee a more abundant yield.

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Acknowledgement Of Country

Life Apparel celebrates and acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work, the Kombumerri families of the Yugambeh Language Region. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging for their generosity and custodianship of Country throughout Australia.

We recognise and honour the ongoing connection and deep spiritual relationship that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples have to this Country, and acknowledge the unique role they play in caring for and protecting it for future generations. As an Australian-led boutique label and proud allies, we demonstrate our respect for First Nations peoples through our commitments to environmentally sustainable and ethical business practices. We recognise their continuing connection to land and waters, and thank them for protecting our natural resources and ecosystems.