Shimoga Shirt - Malkha Cotton - Summer Indigo

The perfect oversized shirt. The versatility of wearing it open or closed makes it a great layering piece and a Maiwa favourite. The Shimoga Shirt stays true to what we believe about timeless sustainable design; it's easily worn year round.

Malkha cloth represents a different way of making textiles. Created through a network of cotton farmers, spinners, and handweavers in South India, the fabric is the result of a production system where every stage is connected.

The yarn is developed specifically for handloom weaving, allowing the cloth to retain a lively texture and supple hand. Rather than striving for uniformity, Malkha embraces the qualities of cotton and the subtle variations that come from human hands.

The result is a cloth with remarkable depth and character—one that reflects not only the skill of its makers, but also a commitment to regional livelihoods, sustainable production, and the enduring beauty of handwoven cotton. The richly textured surface celebrates the natural variation of the yarn, creating a fabric that is tactile and full of life!

Details:

• 100% Malkha Cotton
• Handwoven
  
• Thread dyed with indigo
• Dropped shoulder
  
• Shell buttons
• Flat felled seams
• Sewn at the Maiwa Studio in India
  
• Worn with the Copal Tank & Atlas Pant

*Handwoven fabrics may contain slight variegations that are to be celebrated and are a reminder of the hand craft that created the garment. 

A note on fit:

• Generous fit
• This garment is one size

One size: 64" around the body / 34" length from shoulder to hem (approx. size 8-24)

Model: Sophia is 5’11” bust: 36”, waist: 28”, hip: 40” 

Note: Indigo is a friendly dye and likes to share its colour. You can expect some colour to rub off on your skin or other clothing for the first part of this garments life.

Care Instructions: Hand wash only in cool water. To protect the natural dyes and natural fabric you absolutely must use a pH neutral liquid detergent. Roll in a towel to remove excess moisture and hang to dry.

Some natural dyes are sensitive to citrus.

Recommended detergents: Ecos, Eucalan, or a mild liquid detergent no higher than pH 7

- Tru Earth must dissolve completely in water before adding garments to wash

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Comfortable, versatile clothing that celebrates natural fibres, natural dyes and hand weaves. Feels great against your skin, while looking effortless and stylish at home or out in the world.

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