June 4, 2013

Buckle Up

Hippy Chic repurposes fire hoses in new men's belt line

Hippy Chic Hero Belts

Operator: Fashion police. What's your emergency?

Caller: (frantic) My boyfriend's "I-like-em-baggy" pants are perilously close to falling to the ground! I've tried to dump them, but he's clinging on for dear life. I see no chance of letting go. You've gotta help me!

Operator: Whoa, take a deep breath. Now, if he refuses to cut... Read more »

Posted on Tuesday, June 4, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()


June 3, 2013

Kelp Wanted

Salty Girl Jewelry's new Limu collection

Salty Girl Jewelry

Shells are gorgeous, but if you're fishing for a different beachy chic look, reel in Salty Girl Jewelry. Like her signature sea-urchin-inspired pieces, designer Amber Chesebro's new Limu collection is a fresh catch when it comes to ocean-inspired accessories. Here are three reasons why you'll fall for it, hook, line and... Read more »

Posted on Monday, June 3, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()


June 1, 2013

Weekend Picks - Saturday, June 1, 2013

Late adds to Lei Chic's guide to the weekend's best events

Lei Chic

Eat
Braise the Bar
What:
Chef Jamal Lahiani marks his return to thirtyninehotel with a new cocktail-inspired bar menu. Our favorites, shown above, include juicy Margarita Mussels marinated in tequila with crispy Portuguese sausage strips, black beans, orange and red pepper (the flavors, like the drink, blend surprisingly well). Also addicting: crispy, salty Triple Cooked Fries served with bacon, truffled cheddar, and green onion-filled sour cream (there's no actual alcohol in this one - the sour cream is served in a crushed beer can... Read more »

Posted on Saturday, June 1, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()


May 31, 2013

State of Sundress

Roberta Oaks releases fun, flirty summer dresses

Roberta Oaks summer dresses

Dear Mrs. Draper,

We love your fashionable take on beachwear. That mini dress and floppy hat? Gorge.... Read more »

Posted on Friday, May 31, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()


May 30, 2013

Weekend Picks - May 30, 2013

Six reasons to do something this weekend

Lei Chic Shop
May Days
What:
Hawaiian May!, a new annual event targeting Japanese tourism and fashion, makes its debut this weekend. Paris Hilton and several Japanese models are scheduled to appear. Tonight's kick-off, a food summit on the edge of Waikiki, is free and open to the public and features more than 20 local food trucks, live music, and a fashion panel. Plus, check out Hawaii Fashion Incubator's pop-up shop featuring 14 local designers and interactive DIYs, like a... Read more »

Posted on Thursday, May 30, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()


May 29, 2013

Domestic Bliss

Stand Up Eight relaunches as local, handcrafted furniture store

Stand Up Eight

Classifieds

Wanted: Style-savvy homeowners and renters willing to forego big box stores and give unique, carefully curated furniture and accessories with backstories a good home.

... Read more »

Posted on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 in Permalink | Comments ()


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About Lei Chic

Lei Chic is a daily email and shopping blog that plugs you into Hawaii's newest and hottest boutiques, designers, trends, spas and salons, and more. You'll also discover all the cool events, dinners and sales happening around town in our Weekend Picks every Thursday and Saturday. With Lei Chic, you'll get the inside scoop on what everyone will be talking about tomorrow – in your inbox today.

Lei Chic associate editor Terri Inefuku graduated from Northwestern University with degrees in Journalism and International Studies, and worked in New York, Chicago, Austin and Honolulu as a broadcast journalist before joining HONOLULU Magazine. When she's not rooting out new fashion discoveries for Lei Chic, you'll find her in the kitchen baking up treats for family and friends.
 


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