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The 21 Best Hawaiian Shirts for Men to Rock This Summer

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Dog days of summer, we’re here. Yup, we’re in the thick of the season, when it often feels like the only tolerable form of clothing is nothing at all, and the thermostat’s intensity can be measured by the number of sweat beads that have taken up residence on your face. July and August can take their toll on your usual cool and collected self, but no need to let Mother Nature’s relentless deliveries of heatwaves and humidity compromise your fresh vibes. Au contraire. Enter, the best Hawaiian shirts on the market.

Dress it up with khakis or white pants, dress it down with denim or shorts (or denim shorts!)—the tiki-inspired shirt is endlessly versatile. This is a license to dig up your dad’s old vacation uniform (vintage is always in style), but if you’re craving a more modern take, we’ve got you. 

Here are 21 of the best Hawaiian shirts to buy now. Summer is one big luau, after all.

What is a Hawaiian Shirt?

Also referred to as a Aloha shirt, Hawaiian shirts are a specific style of dress shirts that originated in Hawaii. They are vibrant, colorful, and full of floral patterns. Hawaiian shirts are typically short sleeve with a collar, and while they are traditionally worn by men, women can wear them as well.

Who Invented the Hawaiian Shirt?

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The origin of Hawaiian shirts remains something of a mystery that will probably never know the exact answer to. Some say it was first made by Japanese seamstresses in Hawaii, while others say the shirts migrated from Tahiti. Like we just said, we'll probably never know the exact answer, but we do know is that Hawaiian shirts have been heavily in demand since the 1920s/1930s.

How to Style a Hawaiian Shirt:

Hawaiian shirts are generally worn untucked (though you can wear them tucked if you so choose), and can be worn with trousers, shorts, khakis, and jeans (though jeans shouldn't be an automatic—you should try to experiment a little bit more with your bottoms).

The Best Hawaiian Shirts, at a Glance:

Some Other Collared Shirts to Buy This Summer:

1. Lavahut Mountain Green Hawaiian Shirt

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Lavahut

The Most Authentic Option

  • Material: Rayon Poplin
  • Sizes: S - 2XL

Lavahut's Mountain Green Hawaiian Shirt is authentically made, giving you that unique island touch. The tones of the shirt are cool and calming without being too overbearing. Just enough, but not too much.

BUY NOW AT LAVAHUT, $49

2. Amazon Hawaiian Shirts for Men

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Amazon

Best Casual Option

  • Material: Premium Polyester
  • Sizes: S - 4XL

There's loads of Hawaiian shirts to be found on Amazon, but our favorite is this short sleeve regular fit one that gives you fifteen color options, and has a silky smooth feel.

BUY NOW AT AMAZON, $24.99

3. Temu Ukiyo-E Hawaiian Short Sleeve Shirt

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Temu

Most Affordable

  • Material: Cotton
  • Sizes: M- 3XL

This Hawaiian shirt from Temu is super affordable, and a great comfortable choice to wear on a hot vacation day. In addition to the comfort, the $11 price point is also really attractive if you've never tried a Hawaiian shirt before and want to give it a shot.

BUY NOW AT TEMU, $10.79

4. Fair Harbour Casablanca Camp Shirt

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Fair Harbour

Best Design

  • Material: 53% Organic Cotton, 41% Viscose, 6% Elastane
  • Sizes: S-XXL

A buttery soft slightly tailored option from Fair Harbour, the Casablanca Camp Shirt is wrinkle-resistant with UPF 30 protection, lightweight, breathable, and vibrant.

BUY NOW AT FAIR HARBOUR, $88

5. AllSaints Catalina Tropical Print

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AllSaints

Best Luxury Option

  • Material: 50% EcoVero™ viscose, 50% viscose
  • Sizes: XS-XXL

Allsaints Catalina Tropical Print Hawaiian shirt will have you coming in hot this summer with its tropical landscape design, and relaxed fit. You can wear this shirt to the beach, lunch, dinner, or a party, giving you excellent versatility.

BUY NOW AT ALLSAINTS, $199

6. Zara Palm Tree Print Shirt

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Zara

  • Material: Cotton
  • Sizes: XS-XL

You can always count on Zara for trends, and this dark blue palm tree option makes an eye-catching statement for any occasion.

BUY NOW AT ZARA, $29.90

7. Bonobos Riviera Cabana Shirt

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Bonobos

  • Material: 100% Tencel Lyocell
  • Sizes: XS-XXL

Sometimes, more is more. Particularly when it comes to Hawaiian shirts. If boldness is your thing, go with this colorful option and watch frowns turn upside down as you pass people on the street.

BUY NOW AT BONOBOS, $89

8. H&M Cotton Shirt

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H and M

  • Material: Cotton
  • Sizes: XS-XXL

Let’s debunk once and for all the myth that pink is for girls: it’s actually an OG dude hue dating back to the 18th century. Strong men wear pink. Especially when it involves sharks.

BUY NOW AT H&M, $14.99

9. ASOS Homme Revered Short Sleeve Shirt

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ASOS

  • Material: Cotton
  • Sizes: S, L, XXL

If florals make you fret, there’s always the fruit route. It telegraphs tropical without the Hawaiian horticulture, so you win.

BUY NOW AT ASOS, $52.50

10. Faherty Kona Camp Shirt

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Vineyard Vines

  • Material: Linen
  • Sizes: XS-XXL

If mint chocolate chip is the new black, then its close cousin creamsicle is the new white. This sorbet shade is so crisp, you’ll instantly feel the cool once you make it yours.

BUY NOW AT VINEYARD VINES, $89.50

11. Topman Ink Print Deep V Revere Shirt

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Topman

  • Material: Linen
  • Sizes: XS-XXL

Nothing screams summer more than oversized prints. This shirt will pair exquisitely with a refreshing cocktail too. Just sayin’.

BUY NOW AT ASOS, $58

12. REI Co-op Trailmade Shirt

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REI

  • Material: 94% Nylon, 6% Spandex
  • Sizes: S-XXL

For when you want the vintage feel without the dated fit. A hula pattern like this reads retro while looking oh so modern.

BUY NOW AT REI, $34.89

13. Marine Layer Tencel Linen Resort Shirt

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Marine Layer

  • Material: TENCEL™ Lyocell and Linen
  • Sizes: S-XXL

Not ready to fully commit to the tiki? Dip your toe instead of diving headfirst with this fun twist on the classic resort shirt.

BUY NOW AT MARINE LAYER, $98

14. Reyn Spooner Summer of '66 Shirt

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Reyn Spooner

  • Material: 55% Cotton, 45% Polyester
  • Sizes: XS, M, 2XL, 3XL

The art of non-effacing subtlety is seldom mastered but could be achieved with this palm-forward button-down.

BUY NOW AT REYN SPOONER, $77.99

15. J. Crew Cotton-Viscose Camp Collar Shirt

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J.Crew

  • Material: Cotton
  • Sizes: XS-XXL

The juxtaposition of bright colors on a black background makes this shirt a no-brainer for dudes who crave a visual vestiary balance.

BUY NOW AT J.CREW, $54.50

16. Patagonia Go-To Shirt

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Patagonia
  • Material: Cotton
  • Sizes: XS-3XL

Patagonia has this epic Hawaiian shirt that's available in multiple colorways, and full of breathability. Comfortable to the skin, the design is one that is sure to standout in a crowd.

BUY NOW AT PATAGONIA, $79

17. The North Face Short-Sleeve Pattern Shirt

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The North Face
  • Material: Cotton
  • Sizes: S-XXL

While we're used to grabbing our winter apparel from The North Face, it shouldn't be forgotten that they have a number of cool summer selections as well including this short sleeve pattern trail shirt that offers a distinct design that is also elevated. This shirt will go super well with those khakis you have sitting in your closet.

BUY NOW AT THE NORTH FACE, $70

18. Tommy Bahama Jungle Royal Shirt

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Tommy Bahama
  • Material: 83% Recycled Polyester, 17% Spandex
  • Sizes: XS-3XL

Tommy Bahama is one of the go-to places to get Hawaiian shirts from with their classic tailoring and eye-catching designs. Consider this floral Jungle Royale IslandZone shirt to wear on your next summer outing.

BUY NOW AT TOMMY BAHAMA, $128

19. Scotch & Soda Abstract Shirt

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Bloomingdales
  • Material: 67% LENZING™ EcoVero Viscose, 33% Cotton
  • Sizes: M-XXL

Designed for a relaxed fit, Scotch & Soda’s cool and fresh camp collar shirt is a standout piece that is sure to go with most of the pants/bottoms in your closet. Feel free to mix and match a bit to come up with a cool combo.

BUY NOW AT BLOOMINGDALES, $76.80

20. Bugatchi Hawaiian Shirt

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Bugatchi
  • Material: 95% Cotton, 5% Spandex
  • Sizes: S-3XL

Also consider Bugatchi's ORSON Leaf Printed Short Sleeve Shirt which is suitable for any event. You can wear it in the mornings/afternoon for breakfast or brunch, on the beach, lakeside, or out to dinner. Additionally, Bugatchi shirts are excellent quality with the option to choose a classic or shaped fit for your needs.

BUY NOW AT BUGATCHI, $149

21. Ralph Lauren Tropical Oxford Shirt

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Ralph Lauren
  • Material: Linen
  • Sizes: XS-XXL

This oxford shirt from Ralph Lauren is quite possibly the most tropical shirt that's ever tropicaled (yes we just made that word up). Major island vibes for sure.

BUY NOW AT RALPH LAUREN, $125

How We Made Our Picks:

Our picks were made primarily from a combination of user reviews and our own experiences. We researched what the highest rated Hawaiian shirts on the market were, and used that along with our personal testing to rank the best options. ONE37pm staffers have personally worn shirts from Ralph Lauren and Tommy Bahama all day during warm/hot weather to test durability and comfort. We vetted all of our selections through a combination of user reviews, brand research, and editor experience.

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