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Kii Face Hawaii T-Shirt

The ki'i is the carved figure — the wooden image that holds the form of an akua, an aumakua, or an ali'i. A ki'i face concentrates all of that meaning into a single steady gaze.

The Story Behind the Kii

Hawaiian ki'i were carved from native woods like 'ōhi'a and koa, often by master craftsmen working under strict kapu. The figures stood at heiau, accompanied processions, and marked the boundaries of sacred space. The face is the most charged part — bared teeth, deep eye sockets, a brow that asserts presence rather than expression. To carve a ki'i was a serious undertaking. To look into one is to be looked back at.

For Culture Lovers & the Curious

For locals, this design honors a tradition of carving that still continues in the hands of contemporary Hawaiian artists. For visitors, it is a souvenir of the seriousness behind Hawaiian sacred imagery — a face that asks to be met with respect.

Premium Gildan 5000 Unisex Tee

Fit & Sizing

True-to-size Gildan 5000 Unisex Classic Tee, sizes S through 2XL — order your normal size.

Care & Longevity

Durable DTG print. Machine wash cold inside-out, tumble dry low to keep the art vivid.

Designed by Kahana Designs

Kahana Designs is an independent Hawaiʻi design shop. Every design is researched with respect for Hawaiian place and culture, and every order supports a small maker — mahalo nui.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this tee run true to size?

Yes — the Gildan 5000 is a classic unisex fit. Order your usual size; size up one for a relaxed look.

What colors are available?

Available in 8 colors.

How is it printed and will it last?

Direct-to-garment printed with durable inks designed to hold color through regular washing.

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