This Paua Blue Māori Ceremonial Short Korowai is perfect for graduations or other ceremonies where it provides the look of a korowai without the full length.
This korowai, or kahu huruhuru to be exact, is made by a Māori lady of Ngati Porou descent. She machine stitches the kakahu, to make a very affordable garment.
The korowai has a knitted taniko top. The taniko has a patiki pattern. Pātiki (flounder) designs are based on the diamond shape of the flounder fish. The flounder is a symbol of favourable times, prosperity and good luck.
Below the taniko are beautiful paua blue feathers.
This korowai measures approximately 1m wide, and 20cm (8") deep. It is lined.
NB: If we are out of stock at the time you order, allow 2 weeks for it to be made.
Proudly Māori made in New Zealand, and shipped worldwide.
The korowai is also available in a deluxe black gift box - perfect if this is a presentation piece.
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I bought this for a special event overseas, and wanted something traditional from NZ as others would be wearing their traditional costumes. I had so many compliments and questions about it. Very happy with my purchase.
Fiona R.5/5Verified
Beautiful Korowai, so glad I went for short option as it was a wet day. Hint for future buyers remember to allow it to hang before wearing so the folds don't make it hard to drape. Arohanui
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Renier W.5/5Verified
I loved wearing my korowai to the special event I attended in Auckland.
It is so beautifully made and the Paua colour combination is beautiful too.
Thank you for the prompt delivery during a time when most people would have already been on their summer holiday break. Very much appreciated.
Nga mihi nui
Lois W.5/5Verified
My husband made his own korowai with his scottish tartan on top of the taniko so very proud of him . My korowai blend in beautiful with his !
Esther S.5/5Verified
It was so easy to make this purchase for my daughters primary school graduation, the team had open comms around availability and the korowai was sent at the earliest convenience.
Upon arrival I was surprised to find the smaller size I had ordered was so big, which means this will do my daughter all the way through school and into adulthood!
I'll definitely be a repeat buyer with one for my son this year and his primary graduation, and will recommend these to anyone who asks in the future!
Damien M.5/5Verified
What a wonderful gift for my daughter's graduation 😍
Lola D.5/5Verified
I just loved gifting this kahu huruhuru korowai to my daughter for her Graduation. It felt like an incredibly special gift to have given from mother to daughter. So vibrant, symbollic and meaningful. I felt like I was cloaking her in love. It was blessed by a very special kuia from her school, and were actually the school colours.
Marion F.5/5Verified
Yesr 12 Graduation, looked stunning 😍
Nina N.5/5Verified
We were delighted to be able to gift this beautiful Korowai to our daughter to wear with such pride as she celebrated her 12th birthday and Year 6 graduation on the same day.
Communication was great, delivery was quick and easy and packaged well on arrival. Thank you so very much! A treasure we will hold onto forever 🙌
Stephanie A.5/5Verified
Just love this beautiful Korowai and it meant so much to wear it for a recent conference and represent NZ!
Thank you 🙏
Adrienne E.5/5Verified
My daughter was so proud to wear her korowai Taylah was the talk of the night as noone had no idea what was the meaning of the korowai I was a proud mum so thank you beautifully made, ❤️
Lyn W.5/5Verified
My daughters formal 💜💜🌹🌹
Nicole B.5/5Verified
I ordered this last minute & they sent it right away so we could recurve it in time for our son’s graduation. Really appreciated the excellent service & when it arrived it was stunning!
Charlotte J.5/5Verified
We love the Paua Shell colors. It worked very well for the Graduation in Dunedin. Thank you.
Owen S.5/5Verified
Beautiful! Great quality and fast shipping.
Tahlia M.5/5Verified
I wanted to gift my daughter her korowai for her high school graduation. It was easy to order & communicate to check stock availability. The quality of the item is absolutely beautiful. She loved it and everyone commented on how stunning it was. Highly recommend.
Janai L.5/5Verified
My Moko Moko loves her Korowai my older Moko would love 💕 Kakahu wish I’ll order before Xmas 🎅 for her 30 th birthday 🥳 March 2025 totally 💯 love 💕 your work thank you 🙏
Ngaio R.5/5Verified
Very high quality, delivery was very quick looks like like the pictures would definitely recommend ❤️
Ashleigh H.5/5
It's a beautiful piece and the colours are exactly like the photo.
Sarai V.5/5Verified
Our American friend with her taonga,
She was absolutely amazed with her gifts from her Maori ‘whanau’
Her korowai sits on her perfectly and is easy to wear and of course pack away for travel. Also thank you for the certification so she can take her taonga home through customs
Thank you so much for the experience of ordering and service with you.
Te Rama T.5/5Verified
Friendly Customer Service, quick delivery, packaged well. It’s great value for what you pay.
Kristel D.5/5Verified
Fantastic product, felt and looked fabulous on the day. Heaps of comments in regards to colour and fit
Nicola N.5/5Verified
Presented this beautiful korowai to our daughter on her 21st. So many compliments on it. Beautifully made and the colours are stunning.
Natalie H.5/5Verified
Beautifully made. Perfect quick and personal communication. Just amazing and fast delivery
Renee W.5/5Verified
I wore this beautiful korowai for my graduation of 2022!
Charlie W.5/5Verified
Had it shipped to Oz for my son’s graduation. It was the perfect size and look for the occasion. Great quality and great service.
Sharyn J.5/5Verified
Absolutely love this for my daughters graduation ceremony. She was so proud to wear a korowai on her special day in her favourite colours and it’s just so beautiful! Thank you.
Janette D.5/5Verified
Great she loved it it was 21st gift
Devon T.5/5Verified
Purchased for my daughters graduation. Service and shipping hassle free. Very happy with our purchase look forward to seeing her wear it.
Karmen O.5/5Verified
My granddaughter wore this BEAUTIFUL PAUA BLUE KOROWAI at her ceremony just Saturday pass. She has not posted any photos yet but will do as soon as she arrives back in Wellington.
Hine C.5/5Verified
So happy with the Korowai, it arrived within a couple of days from ordering online, beautiful quality and packaged well with great care. Highly recommend to all!
Ropeti T.5/5Verified
Amazing
Deborah C.5/5Verified
I bought this for my niece who is graduating a 4 year Bachelor in Applied Social Services. It got sent straight to her so I haven't seen it on her, but she said 'aunty I absolutely love it'.
Gloria G.5/5Verified
Purchased this beautiful korowai for my daughter, for her cultural school assignment. It is absolutely stunning. Made beautifully, highly recommend.
Jordan O.5/5Verified
Great Service and a beautifil korowai to celebrate our daughters nursing graduation. Would highly recommend.
Pam K.5/5Verified
Korowai is beautiful 😍
Peggy T.5/5Verified
Bought this for my wife for Xmas. She definitely wasn't expecting this from me! She opened the box slowly and the look on her face was PRICELESS! She was just in awe and over the moon on how beautiful it is. Boy,did I score a lot of points! Lol
David Q.5/5Verified
Both my girls love their korowai. Both look very ataahua.
Stacy M.5/5Verified
Such a beautiful piece....
A last minute purchase that i feared might not arrive in time, but thankfully it did with days to spare.
Thanks ShopNZ
Nikki H.5/5Verified
Absolutely Beautiful my Granddaughter is goin to love this for her 21st Birthday..
Thank you 💜
