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Lukarrara (Blue)

Desert Fringe-Rush Seed [Warlpiri Language]

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Colour – Lukarrara Blue
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Sizing: our swim shorts are a slim, tailored fit. If you’re between sizes we recommend sizing up.

Designed with Warlukurlangu artist Pauline Napangardi Gallagher, our Lukarrara (Blue) men's swim shorts shares her Lukarrara Jukurrpa (Desert Fringe-Rush Seed Dreaming). The geometric pattern reflects how seeds fall to the ground and are gathered.

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Artwork Story

This Dreaming is associated with a place called Jaralypari, north of Yuendumu.

‘Lukarrara’ [desert fringe-rush] is a grass with an edible seed. The seeds are traditionally ground on a ‘ngatinyanu’ [large stone] with a ‘ngalikirri’ [smaller stone] to make flour. This flour is mixed with ‘ngapa’ [water] to make damper cakes, which are cooked and eaten.

In Traditional Warlpiri paintings, iconography is used to represent the Jukurrpa [Dreaming]. In Pauline’s painting, ‘U’ shapes can depict the Karnta [women] collecting ‘lukarrara’. Straight lines are used to portray seeds that fall to the ground, which are collected by women using their ‘parrajas’ [wooden food carriers] and ‘karlangu’ [digging sticks].

Product Details
  • Authentic First Nations artwork
  • Light weight, soft & quick-dry
  • Slim, tailored fit for all-day comfort
  • Mid-thigh cut for a refined look
  • Elastic waistband with drawcord
  • Side and back pockets
  • Internal mesh lining
  • Made from recycled fabrics
Size Guide

GALI swim shorts are a slim, tailored fit. If you are between sizes we recommend sizing up.

XS: 28-29" (70-75cm)
S: 30-31" (75-80cm)
M: 32-33" (80-85cm)
L: 34-35" (85-90cm)
XL: 36-37" (90-95cm)
2XL: 38-39" (95-100cm)
3XL: 40-41" (100-105cm)
4XL: 42-43" (105-110cm)

Refer to the Size Guide for full details.

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Fabric & Care Guide

Made using recycled PET bottles, our premium fabric is quick-drying and resistant to saltwater and chlorine.

  • Body: 92% Polyester (Recycled), 8% Spandex
  • Lining: 100% Polyster

For the best results, hand or gentle machine wash at 30 degrees. Do not bleach, tumble dry, or iron. Hang to dry in the shade. Avoid rough surfaces. Sun tan lotions can damage fabric. Rinse after use.

Delivery & Returns

Free standard shipping on all orders.

Pre-order Delivery

Pre-orders will be packed and shipped on 6 December. Please note, we cannot guarantee delivery before Christmas, especially for international orders.

Changed your mind or need a different size? Full-price items can be returned for store credit or exchanged within 30 days from receiving your order, provided they’re in original condition.

Due to our limited production run of swim shorts, we cannot guarantee the same design or size will be available for exchange. If it isn't available we will offer you a full refun

Lodge a request through our Contact Us form.

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Lukarrara (Blue)
Lukarrara (Blue)

Pauline Napangardi Gallagher (deceased)

Meet The Artist

Pauline Napangardi Gallagher is a Warlpiri women, painting at Warlukurlangu Artist art centre in Yuendumu since 2006.

Mob: Warlpiri

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