Katin Alan Boys SS Shirt
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A best-selling boys shirt, now in a solid herringbone
The Katin Alan Boys SS Shirt takes the brand's best-selling Alan Shirt and finishes it in a solid herringbone weave, giving it a more versatile, classic look that pairs easily with the rest of a boy's wardrobe. It is built with the same materials and construction Katin uses across the line, so it holds up to regular wear while staying comfortable for all-day use.
What it is made of
This short sleeve shirt is woven from a 52% cotton, 48% linen herringbone blend, a combination chosen for breathability and a soft hand feel. A left chest pocket adds a practical spot to stash small items, and the shirt is garment washed, which softens the fabric and gives it a broken-in feel right out of the bag. Clean-finished interior seams keep the inside of the shirt free of raw edges, so it feels comfortable against the skin rather than stiff or scratchy.
Who it is for and how it gets worn
This shirt is built for boys and fits into the kids lineup, sized for the 8 to 16 range. It works as a button-up layer over a rash guard or tee at the beach, a light throw-on for a boat day, or a shirt that transitions straight from outdoor play to dinner out. The herringbone weave and garment wash make it easy to dress up or keep casual depending on the day.
Care and how it wears in
Because the shirt is already garment washed, it starts soft and only gets more comfortable with wear. Cotton linen blends like this one breathe well in warm, humid conditions, which makes them a practical choice for a South Florida climate where kids are moving between sun, water, and shade throughout the day. Treat it as a wardrobe staple that can be worn on repeat rather than a special-occasion piece.
About Katin
Katin traces back to 1954, when Nancy and Walter Katin opened a small boat cover business in Surfside, California, just north of Huntington Beach. Raised along the California coast, the brand became a fixture of Southern California surf culture and holds the title of one of California's first brands to make surf trunks. Katin has carried that same commitment into its apparel line, focusing on high-quality, durable goods built to be worn hard.
Why shop it at Island Water Sports
Island Water Sports has outfitted South Florida surf and skate families since 1978, and carries the Katin boys line as part of a wider selection of kids' beach and everyday apparel. Shopping here means a shirt vetted by a shop that lives the same coastal lifestyle it's built for, backed by a team that can speak to fit and fabric from firsthand experience.
- 52% cotton, 48% linen herringbone weave
- Left chest pocket
- Garment washed for a soft, broken-in feel
- Clean-finished interior seams
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Specifications
- Brand
- Katin
- Product
- Katin Alan Boys SS Shirt
- Gender
- Male
- Feature
- 52% cotton 48% linen herringbone
- Feature
- Left chest pocket
- Feature
- Garment washed
- Feature
- Clean-finished interior seams
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the Katin Alan Boys SS Shirt made of?
- It is made from a 52% cotton, 48% linen herringbone blend fabric.
- Does it have a pocket?
- Yes, it has a single left chest pocket.
- Is the shirt pre-washed?
- Yes, it is garment washed, which softens the fabric before it ever reaches you.
- What age range is this shirt for?
- It is part of Katin's boys lineup, sized for the 8 to 16 age range.
- Are the seams finished on the inside?
- Yes, the shirt has clean-finished interior seams for added comfort.