Kilauea Lodge is a beloved destination on the Big Island of Hawaii, offering cozy accommodations, a renowned restaurant, and authentic Hawaiian hospitality just minutes from Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. With a deep connection to their community and landscape, Kilauea Lodge wanted something unique and local to reflect their spirit.
They partnered with Roody to design custom Hawaiian shirts for staff to wear at work—combining function, comfort, and brand identity in a way that’s distinctly Hawaiian and unmistakably Kilauea.
Why Custom Shirts Are Great for Work
Uniforms don’t have to be stiff. With custom Hawaiian shirts, businesses can keep their teams looking coordinated while reflecting the energy of their brand. These shirts are breathable, relaxed, and ideal for warm weather environments—perfect for customer-facing teams like Kilauea Lodge’s welcoming staff.
✔️ A professional look with a relaxed island vibe
✔️ Comfortable to wear through long shifts
✔️ Reinforces brand personality in every guest interaction
The Design Story
Kilauea Lodge went with two custom shirt options. One design featured a stunning, almost botanical-inspired background with lush greens and natural textures, evoking the lodge’s setting in the rainforest. The other embraced a slightly bolder tropical theme. Each shirt was cut and sewn from printed rolls, meaning the entire fabric was custom-printed before tailoring.
The lodge’s logo was added to the pocket of each shirt, creating brand visibility without overpowering the design—striking a clean balance between identity and style.
Whether worn by front desk staff, servers, or the kitchen team, these shirts became a daily expression of the lodge’s attention to detail, warm personality, and pride in place.
The Result
The team at Kilauea Lodge absolutely loved the shirts and regularly order replacement shirts for their team.