Lei Chic - Fashion

May 3, 2013

Salato bags mix punchy colors and prints

Your outfits say a lot about you, whether you're carefree, edgy, minimalist, preppy, or, in some cases, all of the above. So why is your basic, totally neutral handbag radio silent?

Time to make a statement with Salato's charming line of clutches, wristlets and totes by local designer Katie Evans. The Honolulu Community College fashion graduate mixes vibrant colors, prints, and fabrics to create playful combos that truly sing.

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Posted on Friday, May 3, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()

May 1, 2013

Popular local lines add matching keiki collections

Happy May Day! Or, as we like to call it, 11 days until Mother's Day.

Turns out, we're not the only ones. Several local designers are also gearing up for the big day by launching matching keiki lines that make dressing up total child's play. Below, a look at some upcoming releases (expected to hit stores within the week!) and recent arrivals.

Talk about a match made in heaven.

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April 30, 2013

Kauai Feather Creations' colorful accessories

We hate to break it to you, but Coachella's been over for more than a week. So why are you still clicking through photo after stylish photo of Almost Famous celebs sporting maxis, oversized sunnies, sweet flower garlands, and more feathers than a bird sanctuary?
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Posted on Tuesday, April 30, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()

April 29, 2013

Highlights from UH-Manoa's senior fashion show

Photos by Tommy Shih

Explorer's Log: The search for up-and-coming designers has taken a fruitful turn. Our latest expedition - to the front row of University of Hawaii at Manoa's Apparel Product Design & Merchandising Program's senior fashion show - yielded impressive discoveries. Here, our favorites... Read more »