A statement short sleeve shirt, made from 100% certified Fairtrade digitally printed lightweight organic cotton voile. The Paper Shirt has a relaxed fit and is detailed with a front patch pocket and agoya shell button fastening. Features our Iridescent print, inspired by bioluminescence in our oceans and light shifting our perception of colour.
These individual product measurements have been taken from the garment pattern. The bust, waist, waistband, hip & hem measurements have been doubled to show the full circumference.
Please note that while we do our best to control all measurements, the fabrication and individual construction of each garment means that minor variances to the measurements listed above can occur. Please use these measurements as a guide to your fit.
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Paper Shirt
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Bust
Measured flat across the front of the garment, taken just below the underarm point. This figure has then been doubled to get the full bust measurement.
02
Length
Measured from the front shoulder neck point, to hem.
03
Sleeve Length
Measured along the full length of the sleeve.
This garment is created using the principles of circular design with full seed-to-garment traceability.
Single fibre:
Made from 100% certified Fairtrade organic cotton, grown from non-genetically modified seeds, without harmful chemicals.
Natural labels:
All our garment labels are Oeko-Tex Standard 100 approved organic cotton. Our swing tags are made from certified GRS recycled organic cotton card, a by-product of our fabric offcuts, attached with a certified organic cotton cord.
Agoya shell buttons:
Finished with natural, responsibly-sourced and Oeko-Tex Standard 100 approved agoya shell buttons.
Fusing:
Fused with Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) approved organic cotton interlining, an alternative to synthetic industry standard.
Inks, dyes and washes:
Processed using Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) approved inks and dyes, free from chlorine bleach, toxic heavy metals, formaldehyde and aromatic solvents.
Thread:
Sewn with industry-standard polyester cotton thread, which we are committed to replacing with a natural alternative by the end of 2023.
Reimagined:
Surplus Kowtow fabrics reimagined in new forms.
Care & Repair
Extend the life of this garment and minimise the impact on the environment by only washing when necessary. We recommend airing or steaming to refresh your garment between wears.
Cool machine wash (30° or lower)
Line dry in shade
Medium iron on reverse
Do not soak or bleach
Low tumble dry
Product code: KTW154-G-IRIDES
Repair Programme
Every Kowtow garment comes with the promise of a free repair to extend the life of your clothes. This service is free for all minor repairs and accepts all Kowtow garments, whether purchased from us or one of our stockists.
Cherished clothes deserve to last a lifetime, so please get in touch for advice on repairing a beloved garment.
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Ethos
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Circular Design
We are committed to the principles of circular design - reducing waste, making products that last, keeping them in use and regenerating the natural environment at every point in the process.
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Transparent Manufacturing
We are committed to being open and transparent about our business, from material sourcing and production processes to looking after the people working in our supply chain.
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Responsible Business
We aim to provide a positive work environment where people can achieve their full potential, and are committed to being diverse, inclusive and accessible.
We are committed to the principles of circular design - reducing waste, making products that last, keeping them in use and regenerating the natural environment at every point in the process.
We are committed to being open and transparent about our business, from material sourcing and production processes to looking after the people working in our supply chain.
We aim to provide a positive work environment where people can achieve their full potential, and are committed to being diverse, inclusive and accessible.
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A statement short sleeve shirt, made from 100% certified Fairtrade digitally printed lightweight organic cotton voile. The Paper Shirt has a relaxed fit and is detailed with a front patch pocket and agoya shell button fastening. Features our Iridescent print, inspired by bioluminescence in our oceans and light shifting our perception of colour.