November 2011

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What: Find an oasis off of busy Bishop Square with the opening of the Andrew Rose Gallery. The former Honolulu Magazine art writer, teacher, and artist's space is inviting, quiet, and the ideal frame for vibrant paintings by Noreen Naughton. You don't have to wait for tomorrow's grand opening. Stroll down Bishop street and Naughton's joyous work practically pops through the floor-to-ceiling glass doors and windows. Read more »

He looked great on paper.

In person, your friend’s co-worker’s “great sense of humor” consisted of ripped-off dumb blonde jokes. His “stylish look” was a crumpled, too-tight tee and his “generous spirit” folded when it came to splitting the bill.

It looks like this night is a total write-off.

You’d love to spend some time with a real card guaranteed to make a big impression. You’ll find it at South Shore Paperie.

The new stationery shop... Read more »

It’s always tricky trying to figure out how many treats will get you through the 31st.

Last year, you had to bag it early – turning off the lights and pretending not to be home when you ran out. This year, you upped the candy and are stuck with pounds of leftovers.

We asked Duke Waikiki bartenders and authors of The Cocktail Handbook Amie Fujiwara and Jesse Greenleaf to help you raise the bars with some custom-created candy cocktails.


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There’s an economic crisis in your wallet.

Plans to send your style stock soaring by investing in key pieces crashed when the bottom fell out of the leather hot pants/designer trucker hat/harem pants market.

You’re staring at two options: tighten last season’s belt for a few more months or troll the discount stores for pieces that are literally a dime a dozen.

Or ease your dry spell with a trip to the land of Milk & Honey.

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