December 2009

Lei Chic’s guide to the weekend’s best events.

Boom Boom Pow
What: Pick your favorite viewing spot in Waikiki, get cozy, pop some bubbly, and watch the largest New Year’s Eve fireworks display in the state. Tune into KCCN FM 100 for the musical simulcast.
When: Tonight. Starts five minutes before midnight.
Where: Waikiki Beach
Details: For more info, call 808.923.1094.

As we get set to ring in 2010, Lei Chic is taking a look back into our archives and bringing you some of the best stories we published during 2009. Enjoy and see you next year!

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Originally published May 5, 2009 for Cinco de Mayo -- we recommend making another round for New Year's Eve!

Last year, Cinco de Mayo was a huge party, and Seis de Mayo was total hell. It's not just the tequila in margaritas that causes hangovers - the flavored liqueurs and sweet-and-sour mixes have tons of sugar and... Read more »

As we get set to ring in 2010, Lei Chic is taking a look back into our archives and bringing you some of the best stories we published during 2009. Enjoy and see you next year!

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Originally published June 1, 2009

The soundtrack to your life is several gigs of random songs from three crates of CDs and two Christmases worth of iTunes gift cards.

Meaning you hear the same old songs when you're working out, driving home from the office, or hosting a soiree chez vous.
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As we get set to ring in 2010, Lei Chic is taking a look back into our archives and bringing you some of the best stories we published during 2009. Enjoy and see you next year!

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Originally published August 26, 2009

You: My fridge is filled with tomatoes, coffee, even chocolate grown here in Hawai‘i. What do I hafta do for milk from a lovely, amazingly talented Kama’aina cow like you?

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As we get set to ring in 2010, Lei Chic is taking a look back into our archives and bringing you some of the best stories we published during 2009. Enjoy and see you next year!

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Originally published April 13, 2009

Lots of good things last just a few days. The post-facial glow. The box of Girl Scout cookies. Your paycheck.

And, sadly, your manicure.

But pro surfer Emilia Perry is an expert in making short-lived fun – like riding waves – last longer. She also knows... Read more »

We know you've got your cards mailed, presents wrapped, and hostess gifts at the ready.

But we have one last-minute gift request.

We want your opinion.

Fill us in by taking our short Lei Chic Reader Survey, and tell us a little about who you are, what you like, what you love, what you’re over, and what you want more of.
 

It’ll be the fastest gift you'll ever give (it takes just a few minutes — we swear!) and you don't have to spend a dime. Just tell us what you think. Your answers will be kept completely... Read more »

Lei Chic’s guide to the weekend’s best events.

Had Us At Hello
What: Limited edition Hello Kitty Brut Rose sparkling wine and the lightly sweet Demi-Sec Rose wine has arrived on island. But there are only fewer than 150 bottles total, so snap up your gifts and party favors now.
When: Starting today
Where: SWAM wine shop, Waimalu Shopping Center
Details: Call SWAM at... Read more »