Afghan Kurta Shirt

Afghan Army Kurta

This is a kurta shirt from the Afghanistan Army: a long, loose pullover tunic in navy blue, cut in the traditional pattern worn across Afghanistan. The length and relaxed fit keep air moving in heat, and the sleeves cover the arms against sun and dust. Collectors of Afghan military clothing and reenactors building an accurate impression will want it, and it also works as a comfortable long shirt for hot weather.

Features

• Afghanistan Army Issue — Originally issued government clothing with genuine provenance, which is what collectors and reenactors look for.
• Traditional Kurta Cut — A kurta is the long, loose tunic worn throughout Afghanistan and South Asia, and this one falls well below the hip.
• Four-Button Half Placket — The front opens only partway down the chest, so the shirt pulls on over the head.
• Pointed Shirt Collar — A turn-down collar, like the one on a dress shirt, keeps the neckline neat and structured.
• Side Vents — Open slits at the lower side seams let the long hem move freely when you walk or sit.
• Full-Length Sleeves — Long sleeves give the arms cover from sun, wind and dust.
• Cotton-Polyester Blend — Cotton brings breathability and polyester adds strength and wrinkle resistance.
• Solid Navy Blue — A single dark navy color throughout, finished with matching navy buttons.

Origin And Fabric

The kurta carries the Afghanistan Army as its source, so this is issued clothing rather than a commercial fashion piece. It is made from a cotton and polyester blend in plain navy, with a simple pullover construction: collar, short button placket, long straight body and vented sides. The loose cut is part of the original pattern, so expect a relaxed drape rather than a fitted shirt.