Lei Chic - Men

June 18, 2013

Salvage/Public T-shirts pay tribute to traditional surf culture

There are some things your man refuses to compromise on.

• Moving his big screen TV out of the bedroom.
• Playing video games until 4 a.m.
• Getting rid of ratty, old T-shirts touting corny sayings (if you see "I'm With Stupid" one more time...)

Actually, we might be able to help you with that. Take a look at Salvage/Public, a new line of organic, surf-inspired men's T-shirts. No juvenile phrases... Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()

June 10, 2013

Maya Bella Boutique adds men's section, Kane Clothing line

Lei Chic presents Real Men of Genius
(Singer: "Real Men of Geniuuuus")

Today, we salute you: the misters of Maya Bella Boutique.
("The misters of Maya Bella Boutique.")

We're... Read more »

Posted on Monday, June 10, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()

June 7, 2013

Lei Chic's 2013 Father's Day gift ideas

Now that National Donut Day is nearly over, it's time to focus: you've got just nine days until Father's Day. Even if you've already planned the dinner, Dad's VIP treatment wouldn't be complete without some serious swag. Here are 11 ways to make him feel like the ultimate Pops... Read more »

Posted on Friday, June 7, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()

June 5, 2013

Ryan Ota's menswear now at The Human Imagination

Kaya camouflage shirt, $80, and Woodsmen crop pant in navy, $60.

Ryan Ota. Great guy. Often referred to as the M.C. Hammer of menswear designers.

Kidding. He's not, although both know their way around a great pair... Read more »

Posted on Wednesday, June 5, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()

June 4, 2013

Hippy Chic repurposes fire hoses in new men's belt line

Operator: Fashion police. What's your emergency?

Caller: (frantic) My boyfriend's "I-like-em-baggy" pants are perilously close to falling to the ground! I've tried to dump them, but he's clinging on for dear life. I see no chance of letting go. You've gotta help me!

Operator: Whoa, take a deep breath. Now, if he refuses to cut... Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()

January 28, 2013

Lei Chic's Valentine's Day Guy Gift Giveaway

This contest is now closed. Thank you for entering!

Whew. Last night's storms were pretty intense. Extreme downpours. Heavy ponding. Horribly flat hair. Good thing you received all those flash flood warnings via television, radio and text message. A girl's gotta be prepared.

Speaking of red alerts, you've got little more than two weeks until Valentine's Day (oh snap, you totally forgot). So this morning, we're... Read more »

Posted on Monday, January 28, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()

January 8, 2013

HuMn wallets land in Honolulu

Your 2013 New Year's Resolutions include:

#1: Get organized.
#2: Tackle your overstuffed behemoth of a wallet/purse.
#3: Battle ID theft.

Okay, that last one might not actually be on your list, but go with it. Because we found something to help you conquer all three at the same time...

Meet the HuMn wallet: two metallic plates held together by a durable elastic strap. Just tuck your credit cards between the plates, stick some cash on one... Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, January 8, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()

January 4, 2013

Best of Lei Chic 2012: Bands of Brothers

As we ring in 2013, Lei Chic is taking a look back into our archives and bringing you some of the best stories we published during 2012. Happy New Year!

Originally published on November 16, 2012

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Posted on Friday, January 4, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()

December 18, 2012

Fair Leather Friends

Good news! One of your childhood friends just moved back into town.

Okay, when we say childhood friend, we really mean Leather Soul. But admit it, when the original downtown location closed in 2007 to focus on its growing Waikiki business, you cried. Just a little.

Well, as of 10 this morning, Leather Soul downtown is back and you're going to want to pay it a visit. Its newly-renovated home on Merchant Street is stunning with high ceilings, original crown... Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, December 18, 2012 in Permalink | Comments ()

December 12, 2012

Happy Haulidays 2012: Man's Best Trend

It's 12/12/12.

The day something astronomical happens; something so profoundly mind-blowing, it will change reality as you know it.

More specifically, today's the day you unearth amazing gifts for all those impossibly-hard-to-shop-for men in your life, courtesy of our expertly-culled gift guide. So go ahead. Click through to the gallery and inspect each item. We'll tell you who it's for and where you can find it.

Because "I thought the world was gonna end" is a terrible excuse for not having the perfect present.

For more gift ideas, view our holiday Editor's Picks and... Read more »