Venroy Linen Shirt Alternatives in Australia: Made in Italy
Australia
If you like Venroy's linen shirts but want one made in Italy, the Santoli Napoli Positano shirt is the alternative. Venroy's linen shirt is A$150 with free shipping in Australia, and Venroy does not say on its product page where it is made. Ours is A$199 plus GST, 100% Italian linen, cut and sewn in Napoli. It costs more. Here is when that is worth it and when it is not.
Prices in Australian dollars. 10% GST is added at checkout and there is no duty on orders under A$1,000, so nothing extra is due at your door. Ships from Florida, usually 7 to 10 business days, free on orders over US$360. Between two sizes, size up. Our model is 180 cm, 85 kg and wears L, see the size guide. Returns within 30 days of delivery, return shipping paid by you. Three or more Positano shirts take 10% off automatically.
Venroy started on Bondi Beach in 2010 and now has stores in Australia, Italy and the US. Plenty of men in Sydney wear its linen shirts in summer, and for good reason. It is 100% linen, it looks relaxed, and at A$150 delivered it is fair value. I make linen shirts in Napoli and ship them to Australia, so I will be straight about where we beat it and where we do not.
Venroy and Santoli Napoli side by side
| Venroy Linen Shirt | Santoli Napoli Positano | |
|---|---|---|
| Price on the page | A$150 | A$199 |
| GST | Included | 10% added at checkout |
| Shipping in Australia | Free | Flat international rate, free over US$360 |
| Fibre | 100% linen | 100% linen |
| Where it is made | Not stated on the product page | Cut and sewn in Napoli, Italy |
| Cloth | Not stated | Woven in Italy, 180 GSM |
| Returns | 14 days, return postage paid by you unless faulty | 30 days, return postage paid by you |
| Sizes | XS to XXL | M to 2XL |
Venroy details from venroy.com.au product and FAQ pages, checked 9 November 2026. Prices and terms change, so check before you buy.
When Venroy is the better buy
- Price comes first. Venroy is cheaper, delivered, with GST in the price. If you want a good linen shirt at the lowest total cost, buy theirs.
- You want to try it on. Venroy has stores. We sell online only and ship from Florida.
- You wear XS or S. Our men's shirts start at M.
- You need it this week. Our standard shipping to Australia usually takes 7 to 10 business days.
When the Italian shirt is worth the difference
- You want to know where it was made. Ours is woven in Italy and cut and sewn in Napoli. It says so on the label and on every page of this site.
- You want a slightly heavier cloth. At 180 GSM the Positano cloth hangs straight and does not cling on a humid day.
- You want one shirt for the beach and the wedding. The Italian collar works open at the beach and under a jacket in the evening.
- You want more time to decide. You have 30 days from delivery to return it, against 14.
- You are buying three. Three Positano shirts take 10% off automatically, which closes much of the gap.
What you will actually pay
One Positano shirt is A$199. GST of 10% is added at checkout, which makes A$218.90, plus shipping. There is no duty on orders under A$1,000, so the courier will not ask for anything when it arrives. Three shirts are A$537.30 before GST with the 10% bundle applied.
If the total matters more to you than the making, Venroy wins on price and I would tell a friend the same. If the making matters, read on.
Which colours to choose for an Australian summer
- Pescatore. Faded grey blue. Looks better worn in than new.
- Vesuvio. Warm stone, good with navy shorts or white trousers.
- Cielo. Clear sky blue for the harbour on a January afternoon.
- Marina. Deep navy for dinner.
How it fits if you wear Venroy
Ours is close through the shoulder and armhole, with room through the body. If you are between two of our sizes, size up. Our model is 180 cm, 85 kg and wears L. The L measures 111 cm across the chest and 47 cm across the shoulder. Australian letter sizes sit close to US sizes, and the AU and NZ sizing guide has the conversion.
Frequently asked questions
Is there an Italian made alternative to Venroy linen shirts?
Yes. The Santoli Napoli Positano shirt is 100% Italian linen, cut and sewn in Napoli, A$199 plus 10% GST added at checkout. It ships to Australia from Florida, usually in 7 to 10 business days.
Where are Venroy linen shirts made?
Venroy's product and FAQ pages did not state the country of making when we checked in November 2026. Check the label or ask Venroy directly.
Do I pay duty on a shirt shipped to Australia?
Not on orders under A$1,000. GST of 10% is collected at checkout instead, so nothing extra is due when the parcel arrives.
Is Venroy cheaper than Santoli Napoli?
Yes. Venroy's linen shirt is A$150 with GST included and free Australian shipping. Ours is A$199 plus GST and shipping. You pay more for a shirt woven in Italy and sewn in Napoli.
Can I return it from Australia?
Yes, within 30 days of delivery, unworn with tags and packaging. Return shipping is paid by you, and GST paid at checkout is not refunded by us, though you may be able to reclaim it.