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Arbor Vitae · Handloom cotton shirts & t-shirts

Woven slowly.
Worn for years.

Plain handloom cotton shirts and t-shirts — full sleeve, half sleeve and polo — for men, women and everyone.

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The craft

Every thread
has a name behind it.

Every shirt and t-shirt starts as handloom cotton — woven slowly, washed for softness and cut in small batches, so nothing is made that won't be worn.

100%
Handloom cotton
Small
Batch production
Slow
Made to last
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Handloom cotton

Soft, breathable cotton woven on handlooms.

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On all orders above ₹999.

14-day returns

Easy exchanges, no questions asked.

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Arbor Vitae — the tree of life

“We make fewer things, and make them well. Clothes that grow softer, kinder and more yours with time.”
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Questions, answered

Everything about our handloom cotton shirts and t-shirts, delivery and returns.

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What does Arbor Vitae sell?

Arbor Vitae Styles makes plain handloom cotton shirts and t-shirts — full sleeve, half sleeve and polo neck — for men, women and unisex. Everything is sold online at arborvitaestyles.com with delivery across India.

Are your shirts and t-shirts really handloom cotton?

Yes. Our shirts and t-shirts are made from handloom cotton, woven on hand-operated looms. Small variations in the weave are a natural sign of handloom craft.

Is handloom cotton good for hot and humid weather?

Yes. Cotton is breathable and absorbent, and the handloom weave lets air move freely — which is why it is so comfortable in Kerala’s heat and humidity.

How long does delivery take, and is shipping free?

Shipping is free across India on orders of ₹999 and above (₹379 below that). Orders are processed within 1–3 business days, and standard delivery takes 5–7 business days after dispatch.

What is your return policy?

You can return unused, unwashed items with tags within 14 days of delivery. Refunds are processed within 7–10 business days. Sale items are final. See our refund policy.

What does the name Arbor Vitae mean?

Arbor vitae is Latin for “tree of life”. We chose it because good clothes, like trees, should grow with you and last for years.

About Arbor Vitae

Arbor Vitae — the tree of life, in plain cotton shirts & tees

Arbor Vitae Styles, often simply called Arbor Vitae, is a clothing brand from Kerala, India, making plain handloom cotton shirts and t-shirts — full sleeve, half sleeve and polo neck — for men, women and unisex. Our name is Latin for “tree of life”: a reminder that good clothes, like trees, should grow with you. We deliver across India from arborvitaestyles.com.

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