May 2012

Buy
Don't Miss(oni) Out
What: Missoni and Havaianas are back with a second colorful collaboration. The pattern-filled, eco-friendly footwear isn't supposed to go on sale until June, but select pairs have already made their way online. Just get your credit card out now - the first collection sold out in less than 24 hours.
Where: Available at Nordstrom, Read more »

The Fashion Police is issuing an all-points bulletin for the Lei Chic team. This crew is notorious for crimes of fashion. Its latest violation: overshopping.

For the past four weeks, undercover detectives have followed its members from store to store. Surveillance photos show them casing window displays and chatting up sales clerks before moving in for the big bill.

If you know the whereabouts of any of these individuals, contact the Fashion Police immediately.

Warning: Suspects may be charmed and dangerous.

Ah, summer.

You'd give anything to be lounging on the beach; icy, blended cocktail in one hand, trashy beach read in the other.

Instead, you're stuck in a freezing office, with a stack of mind-numbing reports and a cold cup of coffee.

Sun of a...

Whoa, brighten up. We've got just the thing - a.wattz's new summer bracelets, an array of fun, colorful pieces by designer, and former Bead It! instructor, Amanda Watkins.

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Playing tour guide never works to your advantage.

"To your left is uh, hmm, what ridge was that again?"

Sure, you know most of the scenic spots - but you're hit or mostly miss when it comes to the correct names (we won't even mention pronunciation). And the moment anyone asks you for the history, the answer is usually "I think it's because of King Kamehameha."

Your out-of-town friends called. They want their money back.

It's time to rediscover the unique culture of the islands. Let... Read more »

Watch
State Secrets
What: Get insider tips that even kamaaina might not know about when you watch two Hawaii-centric episodes of Park Secrets, a show that veers off the beaten path to uncover amazing foods and adventures. "Hidden Beaches" explores Kauai's lesser-known coasts, while "Hidden Hawaii" hops from a secret Oahu surf spot to a Maui rainforest and ends at Hawaii Volcanoes National Park.
When: Monday, 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Where:... Read more »

Uh-oh. Your girlfriends are debating where to hold their Bachelorette marathon viewing party, and they're all looking at you. Quick, which excuse haven't you used yet?

I've got out-of-town guests. I'm in the middle of renovations. The fumigator's coming. I forgot to pay the electric bill.

You refuse to tell them your slob story - one look at your disaster of an apartment and they'll be forced to nominate you for the next episode of Hoarders.

Quit messing around. Here are five easy... Read more »

Watch
Hot Stuff
What: Be the first to see the new summer capsule collection by Matt Bruening and Wonderland Denim's Jess Shedlock at Local Motion Surf into Summer's official after party and fashion show. Roam Hawaii and Acacia Swimwear also showcase hot new looks.
When: Sunday, 10 p.m.
Where: M (formerly The Standard), 500 Ala Moana Blvd.
Details:... Read more »

We see it all too often. A perfectly good T-shirt is carelessly tossed aside - stuffed into a dirty rag bag, left to rot in a donation box or, in worst case scenarios, abandoned in the trash.

You can prevent this from happening. Over the years, adoption has become an increasingly popular form of wardrobe building. If you can find room in your closet to help a tee in need, contact ili designs.

Designer (and incoming UH law student) Kaili Akina rescues old T-shirts and scrap fabric, and repurposes them into colorful, eye-catching accessories.... Read more »

A celebrity glam squad? Sure, you've got one.

Your department store makeup kit, a flat iron and the latest issue of InStyle are all you need for an award-winning look. Riiight.

Now's your chance to consult a real A-list expert. Kate Somerville, a skincare specialist whose client list includes some of Hollywood's top celebrities, spotlights her secrets to glowy, red carpet skin.

And while you won't end up looking like Jessica Alba, here's hoping you come pretty darn close.

1) Fill your diet... Read more »

You refuse to be that mom.

You know - the one who color coordinates everyone's outfits on family vacations, buys matching Aloha wear for family reunions and, come Christmas time, organizes photo shoots with - wait for it - identical reindeer sweaters.

As if you would be caught dead in a reindeer sweater.

Lucky for you, there's a much cooler way to show just how close-knit your family is.

Introducing Life is Swell - organic, surf-inspired apparel for men, women and keiki. Owner Vanessa Fowler... Read more »