Cat's Meow Short Sleeved Shirt
The cat’s out of the bag and it’s fabulous! This playful print brings a lively, whimsical energy to a relaxed short-sleeved silhouette.
- Textile design by artist: Joanne Kalute
- 100% cotton kitenge, 100% woven and printed in Kenya
- Color Notes: Red, Blue, Black and White
- Machine wash cold with like colors
- Short sleeves with cuff
- Front chest pocket
- Oversized fit; for a more fitted look, take the next size down
- Airy fit, cut to be worn loose and stand away from the body
- Light-weight, non-stretchy fabric
- Model info: Kym is 5' 9", Elizabeth is 5' 9", and Jaz is 5' 5"
Please Note: The culottes are sold separately
These textiles are a part of our 100% Made in Kenya collection and were printed in Kenya on Kenyan grown cotton. The print was designed by Jo Kalute, a Kenyan-born creative currently living in Sydney, Australia. Her work is inspired by her African heritage and seaside living. Her patterns are bold, energetic and contemporary.
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Meet our production partner, SOKO Kenya! Based in Kikambala on the Kenyan coast, they are an ethical manufacturer that truly embraces a fair, kind and transparent work culture. In addition to paying above living wages, SOKO provides employees with paid leave and stipends for family emergencies, free pre-primary childcare for all employees with children from ages 2-4, daily mid-morning tea and midday lunch, and clear, outlined processes for job advancement. These values extend to the workspace itself, which is open, airy and bright. It’s truly a privilege to work with the SOKO team, and we invite you to learn more about the stitching process here!
When we say 100% Made in Kenya, we really mean it! Made from cotton grown in western Kenya and designed, printed and stitched outside of Nairobi, it doesn't get more local than this! We’re so proud to be part of an ecosystem supporting and advocating for Kenyan agriculture and manufacturing. Learn more about these fabrics are made here!
The ecosystem for rotary printed fabrics is complex and truly global. While it's rare to see a rotary printed textile produced in a closed-circuit, farm-to-shop supply chain, the fabrics we're producing are verifiably 100% made in Kenya. Not just traceable, but local. Not just identifiable, but ethical and accountable.
Our production impacts hundreds of smallholder farmers and their families each year. It impacts young Kenyan artists whose voices and work may now have a slightly bigger audience (and fan club:) ). It impacts the Kenyan textile manufacturing industry, which for years has been out-competed in the local market by imported fabrics. Finally, it impacts you, because you can know that your dress was made ethically, honestly, and with pride.
- ZHZuzka H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars1 week agoI LOVE this older print's comeback in new styles!
Everything 'cat' is simply the best in my view and this shirt doesn't disappoint... I wore it open with the maxi dress of the same print and it's a perfect pairing... this shirt is a most versatile piece in a beloved design... I'm thrilled this print came back (like in the old 'the cat came back' short film) in additional pieces for mix & matching and ensembling! It's a lightweight fabric that easily adapts to year-round wear.
- MHMuriel H.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2 weeks agoSpectacular!!!
This shirt is Everything!!! I absolutely Love this print for the vibrant Red with Colbalt Blue and Black Cats! Having it in a shirt is perfection! The fit and feel is perfection and I will get alot of wear out of this shirt.
- CPCarolyn P.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2 weeks agoSo many Compliments!
I love this shirt. It makes me happy when I wear it. I explain about the fabric and the people that make it when I am asked where I got it. I make many of my clothes and these garments are very well made! The shirt is unique, the design flattering and the fast service makes it PERFECT!
- BJBarbara J.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars3 weeks agoToe beans applause!
Comfy and colorful, worn by ALL feline lovers