1970s Kennington California Green Orlon Banded Hem Shirt – Modern Men’s M/L, 40/42 Chest

Description

A vintage Kennington California green Orlon shirt with that specific 1970s sweet spot: part knit shirt, part lounge top, part soft resort layer. The body is a muted medium green with a darker green ribbed banded hem, giving it a cropped, pulled-together shape that sits especially well with high-waisted trousers.

The shirt features a camp-style open collar, front button closure, long sleeves, a single chest pocket with flap detail, and subtle decorative stitching at the collar and pocket. The fabric is 100% Orlon, a vintage acrylic fiber known for its soft hand, easy care, and lightweight knit-like drape.

Kennington California is a strong vintage menswear label for 1960s and 1970s shirts, especially pieces with novelty details, unusual collars, lounge silhouettes, and California-casual attitude. This one is quieter than their loudest printed pieces, but the color, ribbed hem, and pocket detail still make it feel very period.

Marked size Large. Based on Dean’s measurements and the visible fit, this best fits modern men’s M/L, approximately 40/42 chest, depending on desired fit. On Dean, it fits cleanly through the shoulders and chest with a neat banded waist.

Shown on Dean with pleated trousers. Listing is for the shirt only.

Details

Brand: Kennington California
Era: Estimated 1970s
Marked Size: Large
Estimated Modern Size: Men’s M/L, approx 40/42 chest
Size Basis: Marked size, Dean’s measurements, visible model fit, banded hem construction, and vintage 1970s shirt sizing context
Model: Dean
Model Measurements: 6’2”, 170 lb, 15.5” neck, men’s Medium shirt, 36” sleeve, 40” chest, 40L slim-fit suit, 31/32” waist, 33” inseam, size 12 shoe
Model Fit Reference: Fits Dean cleanly through the chest and shoulders with a neat banded waist
Color: Medium green with darker green ribbed waistband
Material: 100% Orlon acrylic
Collar: Camp-style open collar
Sleeves: Long sleeves
Closure: Front button closure
Pocket: Single chest pocket with flap detail
Hem: Dark green ribbed banded hem
Care: Machine wash warm, tumble dry warm, remove immediately, steam iron at medium setting per care label
Condition: Very good vintage condition

Fit Notes

Marked size Large. Estimated modern fit is men’s M/L, approximately 40/42 chest.

Shown on Dean, who is 6’2”, 170 lb, wears a men’s Medium shirt, 40L slim-fit suit, has a 40” chest, 36” sleeve, and 31/32” waist. On Dean, the shirt fits cleanly through the chest and shoulders with a neat vintage silhouette. The ribbed banded hem gives the body a slightly cropped, gathered shape at the waist.

Best for a modern men’s Medium/Large or a 40/42 chest depending on desired fit and preferred ease at the waistband.

Condition

Very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age. The Orlon fabric, buttons, collar, pocket detail, and ribbed waistband present well overall. Minor thread wear/loose threads are visible around some button areas and near the interior label/care tag, with natural wrinkling from storage or handling. No major holes, stains, or structural flaws are visible in the provided photos. Please review photos carefully.

Styling Notes

Style it with high-waisted pleated trousers for a full 1970s lounge look, or wear it with faded denim, cream pants, brown corduroy, loafers, or a relaxed blazer. The green tone pairs especially well with tan, beige, chocolate brown, rust, ivory, washed denim, charcoal, and black.

Styling / Cross-Sell Note

Styled with trousers and jewelry for shoot styling. Listing is for the shirt only unless otherwise stated.

Curation Note

Selected for its Kennington California label, soft 100% Orlon fabrication, muted green color, ribbed banded hem, camp collar, and easy 1970s lounge-shirt silhouette. A quieter but very wearable vintage menswear piece with strong styling potential.

Authenticity Note

Interior label reads Kennington California with size Large. Fiber tag reads 100% Orlon. Era is estimated based on label design, Orlon fabrication, camp collar, banded hem construction, button style, and overall 1970s menswear context.