ARIKAMEDU – Classic T-Shirt | Black

Across oceans. Through time.

The story behind it

Arikamedu, near today’s Puducherry, was a trading port more than 2,000 years ago, connecting the Tamil coast with the Roman Empire. Greek and Roman sailors knew it as “Poduke”.

Archaeologists found Roman amphorae for wine and olive oil and fine tableware from Arezzo in Italy. In the other direction went fine cotton textiles and exquisite beads of glass and semi-precious stones made in Arikamedu itself. Tamils were connected to the world long before anyone spoke of globalisation.

The design

• Front: small “THIS IS TAMIL” logo with தமிழ் on the chest
• Back: “ARIKAMEDU” – an ancient sailing ship riding high waves before a red sun. Below: “Across oceans. Through time.”

Product details

Soft, lightweight and with just the right amount of stretch – an everyday tee.

• 100% combed and ring-spun cotton
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz/yd² (142 g/m²)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Side-seamed construction, shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Note: the fabric is slightly sheer, especially in lighter colors.

Every piece is made to order just for you and shipped from one of our international production centres. Delivery usually takes 7–14 business days (remote destinations may take longer), depending on your country and availability. Customs duties and import taxes may apply depending on your country. Details in our shipping policy.

Returns within 14 days of delivery – unworn, unwashed and with the original tag only. Return shipping is paid by you. All details in our refund policy.