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The Saffa Shorty is proudly made in South Africa, from yarn to final garment.
Designed for those who demand both comfort and durability, this shirt moves with
you, whether you're casting a line, hiking a trail, or enjoying a fireside sundowner.
Pique Square Poly-Cotton fabric offers a stretch fit for unrestricted movement.
SPF50+ sun protection keeps you shielded from the African sun.
ChillCore stainless steel studs ensure ventilation and temperature control.
Designed for versatility, whether you're in the wild or in town.
Compostable packaging and a plantable swing tag embedded with indigenous
South African Daisy and Vygie flower seeds.
Material: Pique Square Poly-Cotton
Weight: 200 GSM
Sun Protection: SPF50+
ChillCore Stainless Steel Studs
Fit: Tailored for comfort and mobility
Available Colours: 2 Tone Olive Green
| Weight | 0.5 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 30 × 20 × 5 cm |
| Size | XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL |
| Colour | Bi-Tone |
The Saffa Shorty has been a great and durable shirt. Nice enough for going out to dinner but also great in the bush for a hunt. The material is comfortable and durable. The style is sleek and the pattern is catchy. Also the cooling studs are awesome when the wind blows. Highly recommend. Will buy more
Thanks Mason, we really appreciate the support all the way from the US! We will keep on making gear you love, you just gotta use it!
This shirt fits so well, I’m convinced it was stitched by someone who’s seen my torso. Clean lines, top-notch fabric, and tough enough to survive both a night out and a day in the bush dodging Buffalo.
It’s soft, durable, and doesn’t shrivel up after a wash—unlike my gym motivation. Plus, it works for everything from Sunday lunch with the in-laws to pretending you’re on a GQ safari shoot.
Best part? It’s proudly South African. Local is not just lekker—it’s flipping stylish. Highly recommend if you want to look good without looking like you tried too hard.
Andreas, we have to get you to be a professional Walt reviewer! Thanks yet again for the kind words. Luckily if you are out and active with your Saffa shirt, you don’t have to gym that much! 😉
If you’re spending any serious time under the South African sun, you know the importance of a shirt that works with the heat—not against it. The Saffa short sleeve shirt nails this balance with breathable fabric and one seriously clever design feature: cooling button vents on the shoulders.
First off, the cut is clean and tailored without being tight, giving it a versatile look that works equally well for a casual braai, a bushwalk, or even a day in town. The material is lightweight but durable—perfect for high temps and dusty roads.
The standout, though, is those shoulder cooling vents. They’re subtle but genius. You can literally feel the heat escaping. It’s like built-in aircon for your shirt, especially handy when there’s no breeze to save you.
In short: it’s a shirt that’s clearly designed with the South African climate in mind—practical, stylish, and just a bit smarter than your average tee. Highly recommended for anyone living in or traveling through Africa’s sun-drenched landscapes.
Love my shirt and will most definitely be buying more
Hey Antois,
You hit the nail on the head, that’s exactly why we created the SAFFA range! It’s not a flashy tech shirt, but it’s built to handle the real South African heat with smart, no-fuss design. Glad the cooling studs are doing their job, we like to think of them as built-in bush aircon!
And you’ll be happy to hear… an ultralight version is in the works. Stay tuned, and thanks for the epic review, it means a lot!