November 2008

Up next… We go behind the scenes with the one and only nine-time World Surfing Champion whose little black book includes the likes of Pam, Giselle and Cameron …

Sounds like the perfect True Hollywood Story you love to gossip about on the beach with your BFF doesn’t it?

But the new memoir “Kelly Slater: For The Love” is more True Hale‘iwa Story than The Hills.

Turns out, Slater is a political tree hugger and a deep thinker who writes poetry and music. He uses more surfboards than anyone on the planet, and is troubled by it. He’s always late, loves... Read more »

Up next… We go behind the scenes with the one and only nine-time World Surfing Champion whose little black book includes the likes of Pam, Giselle and Cameron …

Sounds like the perfect True Hollywood Story you love to gossip about on the beach with your BFF doesn’t it?

But the new memoir “Kelly Slater: For The Love” is more True Hale‘iwa Story than The Hills.

Turns out, Slater is a political tree hugger and a deep thinker who writes poetry and music. He uses more surfboards than anyone on the planet, and is troubled by it. He’s always late, loves... Read more »

Leaner times have you eating in a lot lately. But if there were ever a time to loosen your belt, it’s this week, when more than 40 local restaurants are offering special dishes, discounts and tasting menus as part of the first Restaurant Week Hawai‘i.

Eat out anywhere from Alan Wong’s to Zippy’s, and order the special meal deals offered only this week. Vino has a four-course menu for $35, Side... Read more »

Cooler winter weather has finally moved in and brought a surprise swell – of new boutiques all around the islands. Wave hello to favorite labels, new and hard-to-find lines, and even bargains at these four new shops.

Guava Shop, Hale‘iwa
Beach-casual looks both affordable and organic share space at Guava with bags, footwear, beauty products and beach accessories. Owners and Kahuku High grads Liz Lerner and Kai Cost opened Guava two weeks ago and put Cost’s experience as an interior decorator to work – the space is a bright airy with lots of room to browse. The store also... Read more »

Leggings under skirts, tunic shirts, wide belts – you’re all in on the 80s revival. All that’s missing is feathered hair and rhinestone jewelry.

Until now. Local hair and makeup artist Christine Gardner of Flaunt Makeovers has just launched a decidedly modern collection of custom feather hairpieces and leather and rhinestone bracelets. Called Attached in Hawai‘i, the hairpieces are perfect for holding your updo together or adding a plume of color to your tresses. Add a simple leather wrist strap to any... Read more »

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

Present Perfect
What: More than 10 local boutiques and designers are taking part in Soiree a la Mode, where you can snap up gifts from Katrina Cordova jewelry, Maui beauty product line Pala‘au, Makana Mother and Baby, Kona boutique Eden, and lots more. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
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Tough times have us desperately seeking sinful comfort. While some find it in a wine bottle, lately you’ve been turning to boxes of chocolates and loose sweatpants.

A much healthier strategy is donning Femme Bazaar’s soft and easy-fitting color block skirt and subtly sexy wrap dress. They’ll make you feel like you’re lounging through the day, help you head into a romantic evening, and in colors that can’t help but... Read more »

You’ve done girls’ night out. You’ve done girls’ night in, and brunches and birthday lunches. And now your BFF’s big day is just weeks away. But you don’t have to give her another boring encore.

Instead, call Love Luna mobile spa and boutique for a spa day and shopping spree all wrapped into one. Love Luna owner Chanelle Kanani and her team bring everything to the party location to transform it into a luxurious treatment room that just happens to carry cute tops and dresses from your favorite labels.

Let the guest of honor choose from... Read more »

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

Royal Deals
What: The Royal Vintage boutique is now open every weekend for the holidays. Score some party attire for you and some posh gifts for others at this private store full of gently used luxury and designer items once worn by the Alliata sisters. The Italian princesses, who live part-time in Honolulu, are clearing out their closets, and their friends' too, and selling off the goods.
Read more »

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

Royal Deals
What: The Royal Vintage boutique is now open every weekend for the holidays. Score some party attire for you and some posh gifts for others at this private store full of gently used luxury and designer items once worn by the Alliata sisters. The Italian princesses, who live part-time in Honolulu, are clearing out their closets, and their friends' too, and selling off the goods.
Read more »