Kapa Haka Uniforms Kākahu by Kākahu Outfitters: Crafted with Aroha

Kākahu Outfitters
Apr 29
2 min read

Kia ora koutou! It’s been a busy past month here at Kākahu Outfitters, your trusted manufacturer of Kapa haka performance uniforms in Waikato, Aotearoa. We’ve been pouring our hearts into creating stunning designs, producing mock-ups, and preparing quotes for kura and rōpū across the motu. Our whānau is dedicated to weaving the traditions of Kapa haka into every kākahu we craft, ensuring they reflect your unique whakapapa and wairua.

A Balancing Act of Mahi and Aroha.

Our wahine toa Juanita, has been working tirelessly, burning the candle at both ends as she balances being an amazing māmā , a gifted designer, and a savvy wahine Pakihi. Meanwhile, Graham has been taking the lead on production, ensuring our knitted Taniko panels and other projects are ready to be transformed into beautiful kākahu by our talented seamstress, Ms. A. Together, we’re filling our cup with the joy of working alongside appreciative whānau who value our collaborative approach to designing their Kapa haka uniforms.

New Designs and Custom Requests.

We’ve been thrilled to receive requests for wider Taniko panels—ka pai! We’re proud to offer these as part of our commitment to meeting your needs. We’ve also had whakaaro from rōpū for alterations and variations to the contemporary Kapa haka style kākahu, and we’re actively exploring how to implement these changes. From adjustable fits to enhanced comfort, we’re eager to hear your whakaaro on how we can make your kākahu even better for haka performances. Whether you’re after a pari, tātua , tīpare, or custom korowai, we’re here to bring your vision to life.

Haere Mai, Korero Mai: Share Your Ideas for 2025.

We’d love to have a kōrero with you to share ideas and understand your vision for your kākahu in 2025. At Kākahu Outfitters, we specialize in creating knitted Taniko panels and fully manufactured Kapa haka uniforms that reflect your rōpū’s mana. As a whānau business with a legacy spanning over 25 years in Kapa haka uniform manufacturing, we’re passionate about preserving tikanga while innovating for the future. Contact Juanita to discuss your needs and get a quote—we’re happy to match and set up designs based on your past projects.

Tautoko Our Small Business .

As a small, whānau-owned pakihi, we’d be deeply grateful if you could share our details with other Kapa haka rōpū who might benefit from our services. Your tautoko helps us continue our mahi - crafting kākahu that make your performances shine with mana and pride.

Our Latest Mahi

Take a look at the photos below to see some of our recent mahi, featuring intricate Taniko patterns in vibrant colors like red, blue, and yellow, paired with our quality black fabric. These kākahu showcase the unity of tikanga and modernity that defines our mahi at Kākahu Outfitters.