Ancient Hula is Old School

July 29, 2009 by Jimmy J  · Leave a Comment  

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Item #3: Vintage Kuu-Ipo Hula Girl Hawaiian Shirt

Availability: Explore eBay for Vintage Hula Girl Hawaiian Shirts

Decade: 1970s

Label: Kuu-Ipo, Hawaii

Fact: Hula was originated in the in the Hawaiian Islands by Polynesians.  The dance is meant to accentuate the “mele” which is accompanying song or chant. There are numerous forms of hula, “ancient hula” being the purest as it is performed without Western-influence.

Approximate value: $500