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Kowtow

Nova Shirt – Polka Dot

$269
Description

An oversized fit shirt with a drop shoulder and exaggerated batwing sleeve. The Nova Shirt has a classic shirt collar, wide cuffs and an Agoya shell button closure through the front. Featuring a playful polka dot printed onto organic cotton twill.

All Fairtrade organic cotton. All plastic-free.

DETAILS + MATERIALS

⋄ Designed in New Zealand
⋄ Ethically Made in India (FLO & SAAS cert.)
⋄ 100% Fairtrade organic cotton
⋄ Full seed-to-garment traceability.

This garment is plastic-free and 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 Kowtow's garment labels are Oeko-Tex Standard 100% approved organic cotton. Swing tags are made from certified GRS recycled organic cotton card, a by-product of their fabric offcuts, attached with a certified organic cotton cord.

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 Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) approved organic cotton thread.

CARE + REPAIR

⋄ Cool gentle machine wash (30° or lower)
⋄ Dry flat in shade
⋄ Do not soak or bleach
⋄ Do not iron

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.

Cherished clothes deserve to last a lifetime, so please get in touch for advice on repairing a beloved garment.

SIZE + FIT

⋄ This style is designed for an oversized fit.
⋄ We recommend taking your normal size to achieve this look or size down up to two sizes for a closer fit.

Abigail is wearing a Kowtow size XS...

Her measurements:
Height: 179cm / 5'10"
Waist: 67cm / 26"
Hips: 94cm / 37"



This Product's Measurements (cm):
The Kowtow Nova Shirt – Polka Dot size guide includes bust, hem, length, and sleeve measurements for sizes XS to L, helping you find the perfect or oversized fit to effortlessly elevate your style.
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.

How it’s measured:
01 - Bust  flat across, below underarm point, doubled.
02 - Hem  flat across bottom hem, doubled.
03 - Length  front shoulder neck point, to the hem.
04 - Sleeve Length  full length of sleeve.

Diagram of the Kowtow Nova Shirt – Polka Dot with four measurement arrows: 1) chest width, 2) waist width, 3) body length, 4) sleeve length. Features one front pocket. Ideal for your size guide to ensure the right fit for styles from tailored to oversized.

Size Guide (cm):
A size chart listing XS, S, M, and L sizes with corresponding chest, waist, and hip measurements in centimeters for the Kowtow Composure Cardigan – Leaf from our cozy knitwear collection.


    Shipping + Returns

    New Zealand:
    Free shipping on orders over $250.
    Flat rate shipping of $8 on orders under $250.
    Additional Rural fee of $6.

    Standard delivery times:
    1-2 working days (Auckland region)
    1-3 working days (outside Auckland).

    Tracked courier & eco-friendly packaging on every order.

    Australia:
    Shipping from $25NZD.

    Rest of the World:
    Shipping rates calculated at checkout

    For exceptions & further details, see our Shipping Policy.

    RETURNS

    You can return full-priced items within 21 days of your order dispatch date for an exchange or store credit.

    Unfortunately, we cannot offer exchanges or refunds on sale items, including flash sales.


    For further details, see our Returns Policy.

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    Opting for cruelty-free alternatives not only reduces animal suffering but also promotes the use of more accurate and humane testing methods, such as in vitro and computer modeling.

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    Goods produced by artisans or companies that are open, honest, and straightforward about their business operations and supply chains. Transparency builds trust, from makers through to customers.

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    Goods made from organically grown materials - produced using organic methods without the use of harmful chemical fertilisers and pesticides with an environmentally and socially responsible approach.

    Natural

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    Goods made from materials derived from naturally occurring materials, plants or animals, with minimal processing.

    Biodegradable

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    Goods that can be composted at the end of their useful life, leaving no trace of their existence.

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