July 2010

You’ve been keeping an eye on the gently worn goodies at the Pzazz consignment shop since the first time you picked up that pair of Manolos for a virtual steal.

In fact, browsing the racks for finds has become something of an obsession. After all, nothing quite beats the high of unearthing that practically mint condition Marc Jacobs satchel, BCBG party frock or... Read more »

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

Sake It To Me
What: Get your tickets now for the sure-to-sell-out Joy of Sake event. This year, there will be more than 300 sakes to taste, with... Read more »

You want to be surrounded by beautiful things, but it can be hard to find a balance of form and function in the aisles of your local hardware store.

Besides, features like sweat-proof rubber handles don’t really hold sway with you. And the last time you remodeled your home, you needed a hammer to hang a few new prints in your bedroom, not build an addition off the kitchen.

Posted on Tuesday, July 27, 2010 in Permalink | Comments ()

You’ve invented a new dance move. You call it: “getting into your jeans.” It’s a mix of hip wiggling, hopping, groaning and breathing strategically that you’ve been perfecting over the past few months.

But you’ve got a sinking feeling that it’s time to face the fats. You either need new pants or a serious workout intervention.

Luckily, we’ve got just the man for your blob.

Posted on Monday, July 26, 2010 in Permalink | Comments ()

Your mini-est mini. A few (too many) martinis. A 6 a.m. walk-of-shame.

Usually you’re more of a girl-gone-mild than anything else. But even Little Miss Squeaky Clean gets a little down and dirty every now and then.

And just because your inner bad girl spent the night knee deep in dirt, doesn’t mean you can’t come up smelling like roses. Or mint, or lavender, or yummy coffee vanilla for that matter.

Posted on Monday, July 26, 2010 in Permalink | Comments ()

You’ve got a rough formula for diet-blowing that goes something like this: taste must be greater than, or equal to, the amount of time it will take to burn it off (in treadmill minutes, which are longer than actual minutes).

And since you’re a whiz at math, you know that some snacks just don’t add up (we’re looking at you, convenience store nachos). Well, plug this one into the equation: Tropical Dreams ice cream is now available on Oahu.

Tropical Dreams treats have been around on the Big Island for years, and now, thanks to Melanie Boudar, owner of Sweet Paradise Chocolatier (and our... Read more »

DVR programmed? Check.
Couch cushions plumped? Check.
Remote handy? Check.
Ingredients for vodka gimlets and old fashioneds chilling? Double check.

You’re all set for this Sunday’s Mad Men premiere, except for one thing—your outfit is decidedly too modern. What you need is the perfect vintage-style apron, like the one Betty Draper rocks throughout the series. Sounds like a job for your inner domestic goddess.

For a few tips, we turned to vintage material maven Micah Iaukea, the gal... Read more »

You’d much rather show up to a summer party rocking a one-of-a-kind design than donning the same-Old Navy sundress as everyone else. So wouldn’t you want the same for your sweet, stylish mini-me? Gear up your little one with these locally made threads and accessories, and let your baby be a standout in the crib-cruising crowd.


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Summertime—and the shopping is easy! Sale-ing season is in full swing, both online and in stores, so read on for a score of new collections, deep discounts and sweet deals especially for Lei Chic readers.

It’s a Sale-ebration... Read more »

Owl 1: Man, my chick is spending every moment of her free time trying to find unique, locally-made stuff online on Etsy. It's turning her into a total night owl.

Owl 2: Spending hours internet shopping is for the birds! Especially since Pueo Boutique opened... Read more »