Frolic Hawaii teamed up with cinematographer Peterson Rosario, armed with his epic steadicam, for exclusive interviews of “The Haumana’s” Kelly Hu, Tui Asau and Keo Woolford at last Friday’s DVD release party of the film. In our video, we talk to…
The new guards of Philippine fashion were showcased at the Luzviminda fashion show at the Cupola Theatre on Saturday night. Presented by JCI-Hawaii Filipino Junior Chamber, the glamorous event was a benefit for the GMA Kapuso Foundation, an organization that…
Director Keo Woolford and actors Kelly Hu and Tui Asau reunited with cast and crew members of “The Haumana” Friday night at Crown Bar and Night Club to celebrate the DVD release of the award-winning independent film. This was the…
The runway giants have spoken, and the hottest summer trends for 2014 are in full effect. Fendi, Lanvin and Gucci are all about high-shine and iridescent shimmer.Don’t just rest on florals this season, Christian Dior, Dolce & Gabbana and Burberry Prorsum have…
And More… by Local Fever is true to its name; there is definitely more of everything. Fellow contributor Melissa Chang and I were at the exclusive media preview on Wednesday and had a chance to check out the entire store,…
Photos by Mel TjoengAsymmetric, urban, sporty yet luxe — key elements of Matt Bruening’s spring/summer 2014 collection. Perhaps the new line, aptly named “Matte” is a clever homonym to Matt, but judging from our sneak peek, it’s a reference to…
In 2004, the last time Hawaii Opera Theatre presented “The Mikado,” the term selfie wasn’t part of our every day vernacular, but 10 years later, HOT’s production of the Gilbert and Sullivan comic opera, which debuts tonight at Blaisdell Center,…
Photo by Stephen FongWe’re all busy. But if we look on the plus side, most of us are also super lucky. There are those out there who could use a little kokua, and what better time to start giving than…
Kanoa Bristol complemented the pieces by adding black light and strobe. Photo by Lyle Amine. A lively medley of art forms came together this past Friday at NextDoor featuring Jagoism, hosted by Chanel Tanaka and Artisabridge. Doug Jago, a highly…
Romantic Eccentric Dress, that’s what the RED stands for in REDValentino, which opened Wednesday at Ala Moana Center. Considered the sister to iconic powerhouse Valentino, the brand features more affordable, contemporary and street-style offerings. Make no mistake, the black dress…
The Hawaiian word hau’oli means happy, and seriously, as soon as I arrived at Hau‘oli Waikiki’s grand opening party Wednesday evening, Pharrell Williams’ “Happy” song popped into my head. The items are fun, the decor bright and friendly, and the…
photo by Patrick FraserYou know when you see an actor early in their career and you just know they’re going to be huge one day? I called it when I saw Sandra Bullock in “Love Potion No. 9” and Natalie Portman as…
The Royal Hawaiian Hotel on Friday was the epic back drop of the second annual Hawaiian May runway collection. It was a semi-public outdoor fashion show facing the beach, with a large crowd perched on the sand to watch the Japanese models featured in the show. Their fervor…
A feast for the eyes and ears, I left the Hawaii Theatre Wednesday night amped up and inspired by the Native Hawaiian artists featured at the 2014 MAMo Wearable Art Show. Tattoo artist Keone Nunes set the tone for the…
Model Citizen features inspirational people in fashion, art and entertainment, who utilize their talents for the good of the community. Meet Model Citizen Moani Hara, Miss Hawaii USA 2014. She’ll be leaving soon for Baton Rouge, Louisiana to compete for…
Honolulu Community College’s Fashion Technology Program on Saturday presented its senior fashion show, C’est si bon – It’s all good. The new format was refreshing with informal modeling of underclassmen designs during the reception. It was a smart move since…
Is it just me or is Waikiki finally getting it? Kamaaina street style that is. T Galleria hosted a mega beauty event on Friday night that featured a book signing of “Honolulu Street Style” by authors Malie Moran, Attila Pohlmann…
Honolulu Theatre for Youth on Tuesday evening hosted the first annual “Rally for [respect].” April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, and HTY partnered with the Sex Abuse Treatment Center to organize the rally, intended to empower youth to prevent sexual…
The UH Manoa fashion program celebrated its 48th anniversary Sunday night at the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort and Spa. Every year, I look forward to witnessing what could be a major diamond in the rough and possibly the next Ari…
Honolulu Night Market was aptly themed Recharge with its new location on Cooke Street Saturday, and offered a fresh element to the fashion show layout, sans the runway and stage.Featured swimwear brand Issa de’ mar, complemented by ready-to-wear clothing brand,…
When you hear the term, New York Fashion Week, the first thoughts that may come to mind are haute couture, international designers and top models. Perhaps you should add another to that list — Hawaii’s own Lynne O’Neill. Her career…
Funny, super smart and thankfully, unpredictable. This tagline should be on the poster of the romantic comedy, “How to Fight in Six Inch Heels,” directed by Ham Tran. I had a chance to work with Tran on a project in…
Tori Richard celebrated the grand opening of its new Ala Moana store last night. Through April 8, the vibrant new space will feature artwork from youth participating in Art to Go, an outreach program at the Honolulu Museum of Art.…
Uno de 50’s new Jewels of the Mediterranean collection was highlighted last weekend during an in-store fashion show at Ala Moana Center. The wearable art jewelry collection includes pieces that are unique and pairs well with outfits for all seasons,…
More than 800 people attended Wednesday’s VIP preview for H&M, which officially opens its doors in Waikiki today at noon. The high-energy party was a fashionable affair, with everyone from media to fashion insiders gathered to shop, browse, mingle, eat,…
The new H&M in Waikiki — the first H&M outlet in Hawaii — officially opens to the public Thursday at noon. But on Tuesday, I got an early tour of the highly anticipated 31,000-square-feet mega store, with high ceilings and…
This past weekend during Shop A Lea at Ala Moana Center, Amos Kotomori styled and produced yet another set of fabulous fashion shows this year, bringing to life the best trends of spring 2014. Check out the descriptions of my…
Pink hues, bold geometric patterns and the ever-so-elegant white on black, these spring trends were showcased at the On the Cusp instore shopping soiree at Neiman Marcus on Thursday. This was one of many Shop A Lea fashion events at…
Students from the University of Hawaii Manoa’s Fashion Design and Merchandising Program on Sunday conducted a group exhibition coinciding with the UH Manoa Museum Day. Students showcased their choices of items from the Historic Costume Collection “closet” and titled this…
Honolulu has been the epicenter of a progressive movement of fashion, style and dress. This movement is not limited to just young adults; the creative workforce has found a way to merge urban elements and business chic to create an…
On Saturday, Elite at the Trump International Hotel Waikiki relaunched, reinvigorating one of the city’s chicest monthly events. Attendees enjoyed music by DJs, and exotic drinks crafted by skilled mixologists. Here’s what I like about the Trump bar and restaurant:…
The first annual Red Dress Gala, a benefit for the Life Foundation, took place this past Saturday at Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. The Life Foundation has provided life-saving HIV/Aids services to the community for more than 30 years.The evening was filled…
A year ago, Hawaii native Kyle Kagamida was zipping up actress Jennifer Lawrence in her strapless Dior gown, a few hours before she accepted her Academy Award for Best Actress. During that time, he fulfilled one of his bucket list…
At the Helping Heroes Hawaii Golf Tournament, held Saturday at Turtle Bay Resort, golfers played alongside a mix of professional athletes and business leaders for a great cause, Jared Allen’s Homes for Wounded Warriors. This organization was created to raise…
Pashma — a brand known around the world for its luxe textiles, scarves and wraps — has opened a store at The Royal Hawaiian Hotel in Waikiki. Hawaii has been an inspiration destination for designer Shilu Kumar, who founded the…
At Saturday’s Honolulu Night Market, fresh urban looks from Illest and Puffer Hawaii were showcased on the runway. Illest Hawaii recently celebrated the grand opening of its street boutique in Kakaako, adding to shops in Los Angeles and Costa Mesa.…
Last night, New York Lux designer boutique celebrated its grand opening at Ward Centre. The store, which had its soft opening early last month, sells new and consigned European luxury items at 30 to 70 percent off the retail price.…
Honolulu Fashion Week, a mega fashion convergence between Honolulu Magazine and Japan Fashion Week, was announced Friday night at the Pagoda Hotel, with representatives in fashion, media and government in attendance.The centerpiece of the two-day event — scheduled for Nov.…
Dior’s new Waikiki boutique, which held its opening Thursday night, lived up to the label’s reputation for elegance, luxury and beauty. On display — Dior’s 2014 Cruise collection with an obvious influence of the Monte Carlo resort lifestyle. The collection…
At Sunday’s Pro Bowl at Aloha Stadium, it was clear the new unconferenced format added a fresh element. The game was more defensive than in recent years with nine sacks and eight turnovers. No one scored in the third quarter,…
Football legend Warren Moon, along with fellow Pro Bowl Hall of Famers, gathered Thursday night at Morton’s Steakhouse as part of a benefit for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, an internationally recognized nonprofit hospital that treats pediatric cancer and other…
“Are you a left brain or a right brain type of person?” For clothing designer and board certified physician, Rupal Gohil, the answer is both. The proof of her design talent was showcased at The Modern Honolulu this past Saturday…
If you’re still looking for last-minute Christmas gifts, there are lots of options not just to complete your list, but to support local businesses as well.On this morning’s KHON segment, I featured two possible places to shop today for those…
La Revolution 2013, a Fashion Benefit for the Life Foundation held Saturday at Hula’s Bar and Lei Stand, raised more than $1,400 for the organization. The show was presented and produced by MystikLove808, who gave the audience a full night…
Decked out in suits, aloha shirts under blazers and epic cocktail dresses, the who’s who of Hawaii fashion were gathered at the Governor’s Fashion Awards Wednesday evening at The Modern Honolulu. It was an opportunity to recognize the talent of…
This past Friday, it was all about highlighting the talent of local designers during the Hawaii Designer Fashion Show at Royal Hawaiian Center, as part of Hawaii Fashion Month.The runway show featured designs by local brands including Ava Sky, Fighting…
This past Friday, Manuheali’i showcased its fresh floral designs during a runway show featuring Niu, Nohoanu and the debut of Lilikoi and Coral collections. The presentation featured youthful silhouettes along with island classic cuts. Owners Danene and Pono Lunn welcomed…
If you happened to be at Ward Centers Saturday night, you were pretty much a part of fashion history in Hawaii. Ward Centers and Hawaii Fashion Month (HFM) partnered to present the first surprise street Flash Mob, incorporating dancers from…
Fashion IS art, and the proof was on display Friday night at the Hawaii State Art Museum (HiSAM). The State Foundation on Culture and the Arts, and HiSAM hosted this First Friday event as part of Hawaii Fashion Month. Under…
at Ward Centers. New designs from Akihiko Izukura — a world-renowned natural fiber and textile artist who descends from a prestigious line of master silk weavers for the imperial family of Japan — were unveiled during the runway show. Twenty…
