Jamaican Bandana Madras

$310

While most of our Madras styles are drawn from our own archives, this cloth follows a...

While most of our Madras styles are drawn from our own archives, this cloth follows a different path. Jamaican Bandana carries deep cultural and historical resonance, and we are honored to incorporate it through our collaboration with Nicholas Daley.

Though its origins trace back to the mills of Madras in India, the fabric’s true significance begins with its arrival in Jamaica in the nineteenth century. First worn as a lightweight cloth by laborers, it gradually evolved into a powerful symbol of national identity and pride. It's closely tied to figures like Miss Lou and to Jamaica’s national costume, and its iconic red plaid now holds associations with resilience, creativity, and cultural continuity.

Design Construction 
- Barrel Cuffs - 18 stitches per inch
- Asymmetrical button-closure pockets - Flat felled seams
- 4.5" adjustable sleeve gauntlet - Extra thick chalk buttons
- Split Yoke - Unlined collar and cuffs
- Rear collar button - Lined placket
- Locker Loop - Pre-washed, pre-shrunk
- Rear center box pleat - Made with love in the USA

 

Formal or casual, tucked or untucked, our easy-wearing shirts are an obvious choice for all occasions.

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Color: Jamaican Bandana
  • Fabric details

    Content: 100% Cotton
    Origin: India
    Weight: 3oz/yard
    Lightweight Midweight Heavyweight

    Characteristics:

    All of our Archive Madras fabrics are cut and sewn from the same Italian-made fabric. Why? Because we find it to combine the perfect balance of weave clarity, vintage slubbing, and weight. Plus, just like a madras fabric should, this fabric performs best on warmer days. Wear it alone or with layers when temperatures begin to drop.
  • Shipping & Returns

    We offer free shipping for all orders within the USA and international orders over $300. International orders under $300 are shipped at a flat rate of $30. Returns and exchanges will be gladly accepted within our policy guidelines. To view our full returns and exchanges policy, please visit our FAQ page.

     

    Import duties and taxes for international orders are calculated and collected during checkout.

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Size & Fit Guide

Sizing & Measurements

Our button-down shirts are pre-shrunk at our factory to prevent shrinking once you receive them.

unit:in
Size XS S M L XL XXL
measurement:Neck 13.5" 14.5" 15.5" 16.5" 17.5" 18.5"

To measure the neck, first open the collar and lay it flat. Our measurement is taken from the center of the collar button to its corresponding buttonhole.

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measurement:Shoulder 17" 18" 19" 20" 21" 22"

To take the shoulder measurement, lay the shirt flat and measure from shoulder seam to shoulder seam at the widest point on the rear of the shirt.

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measurement:Chest 38" 41" 44" 47" 50" 54"

Our chest measurement is taken one inch below the armhole around the front and back of the shirt.

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measurement:Length 29" 30" 31" 32" 33" 33.5"

Our length measurement is taken from the bottom of the rear of the collar straight down to the bottom hem.

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measurement:Sleeve 32" 33" 34" 35" 36" 36"

Our sleeve measurement is taken from the bottom of the rear of the collar straight across to the end of the sleeve cuff.

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unit:cm
Size XS S M L XL XXL
measurement:Neck 34.3 36.8 39.4 41.9 44.5 47

To measure the neck, first open the collar and lay it flat. Our measurement is taken from the center of the collar button to its corresponding buttonhole.

|measurement-detail:Neck
measurement:Shoulder 43.2 45.7 48.3 50.8 53.3 55.9

To take the shoulder measurement, lay the shirt flat and measure from shoulder seam to shoulder seam at the widest point on the rear of the shirt.

|measurement-detail:Shoulder
measurement:Chest 96.5 104.1 111.8 119.4 127 137.2

Our chest measurement is taken one inch below the armhole around the front and back of the shirt.

|measurement-detail:Chest
measurement:Length 73.7 76.2 78.7 81.3 83.8 85.1

Our length measurement is taken from the bottom of the rear of the collar straight down to the bottom hem.

|measurement-detail:Length
measurement:Sleeve 81.3 83.8 86.4 88.9 91.4 91.4

Our sleeve measurement is taken from the bottom of the rear of the collar straight across to the end of the sleeve cuff.

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Find Your Fit

Half-Sizing

Between sizes? Our Made-To-Order program and shrink-to-fit guide can help if you need a different from what's shown above.

Made to Order

The Gitman MTO program offers true half-sizing, specific sleeve lengths, and adjustments to the length of the shirt. A wide selection of fabric and stylistic options allow you to create a shirt that’s truly one of a kind.

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Shrink-To-Fit

For those who want a quick and effective method for achieving half sizes, we recommend our shrink-to-fit guide. Most of our shirts can be taken in by a half size in just two easy steps.

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