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Price: NZD$44.99 | Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL | Colours: military green, white, navy, sport grey, black | In Stock
It's the bird. Built from the words. 🥝
We took Aotearoa's most iconic creature and constructed it slang word by slang word — every feather, every curve of that legendary beak, shaped from the expressions Kiwis actually use. "Sweet As." "Choice." "Yeah Nah." "Bro." "Hard Out." "Good As Gold." All in there, holding the whole bird together.
The vibe? Modern streetwear meets classic Kiwi character. Distressed vintage typography, clean high-contrast artwork, and a silhouette that looks sharp whether you're hitting the city, cruising on a road trip, or lost somewhere in the wop-wops.
This is the tee for anyone who gets it — and a perfect way to introduce the uninitiated.
Why you'll love it:
Full kiwi bird silhouette built entirely from authentic NZ slang
Vintage-inspired distressed typography with serious streetwear energy
High-contrast design that pops on black and dark apparel
Unique souvenir or gift for anyone who loves Aotearoa
Ideal for locals, travellers, backpackers, and expats missing home
Not just a bird. Not just a tee. Pure Kiwi.
Let the words speak for themselves.
Printed on Gildan 64000 premium cotton. Made fresh on demand in New Zealand. Free NZ shipping on orders over NZD$100. Ships worldwide. 30-day free returns.
This tee comes in S, M, L, XL and 2XL. It’s a unisex fit, so if you’re between sizes or want it roomier, size up.
Shipping is free within New Zealand on orders over NZD$100 — otherwise it’s a flat NZD$15. We ship worldwide (Australia, UK, US) at NZD$15 flat, free over NZD$100.
We offer 30-day free returns. If the fit or the print isn’t sweet as, send it back within 30 days for a refund or exchange.
It’s printed on a premium Gildan 64000 cotton tee and made fresh on demand in New Zealand, so nothing sits in a warehouse.
Yeah, for sure — it’s an ideal gift for birthdays, Christmas, a going-away prezzie for a Kiwi heading overseas, or a New Zealand souvenir.
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