I still have memories of my grandfather going to certain official functions wearing batik prints. He brought up his family in Davao, in southern Philippines, the same place I bought this shirt from.
I like it because its blue theme guarantees that it is not that outlandish. Also because of the gold detailing.
I wore the shirt yesterday with a kimono robe I paired with a tank long, long ago. Plus navy wool tie, mustard skinny belt, and drawstring pants.
More than two cultures and three textures in one outfit.
Shirt, from Davao; wool tie, kimono robe, Liv Sport belt, and Izzue pants: all thrifted