There you are, having the ultimate girls' night with Angelina Jolie, Rihanna and Kat Von D. First, some red carpet hopping and cocktails at the Chateau Marmont. Next, an awkward run-in with the paparazzi. Then, sometime during the night, comes…
Shop Ladies Choice What: It's all about girl power at First Lady: The Movement's 3rd Annual Expo. More than 20 local female designers and vendors, like B. D'Angelo and Cassandra Rull, will showcase their latest fashion, jewelry and accessories for…
Show a little more enterprise, DES, and make the Neil S. Blaisdell concert hall live up to its potential.
Psst. Wake up. It's 1 p.m. You're sprawled face down in a random hotel room. You appear to be missing a sequined stiletto. You can't remember anything that happened in the past 18 hours. And don't freak out, but there's…
The last time you went to a chocolate factory, things didn't go so well. One kid fell into a river and disappeared down a pipe. Another bit off more than she could chew and turned blue in the face. And…
Eat Crepe Escape What: Venture into Waikiki to try Arancino's new breakfast crepe menu - light, airy crepes filled with delicious combinations like mortadella ham and cheese or fresh berries, cream and mint. Ask to sit outside and enjoy a…
There are some things your dad just won't retire. Like the hole-riddled Class of '67 T-shirt that he still wears in public. Or his collection of Betamax tapes, and "trusty" encyclopedia set published when the Soviet was still a Union.…
When you walk into this Kaneohe home, there isn’t a compromise anywhere in sight.
...on Hawaii being a worthy place to live, KPOI and donating eggs in Honolulu.
Celebrate Present Day What: The Butik is celebrating six years in business with a style-studded birthday bash. Enjoy pupu, cocktails and giveaways out front while you sift through the newest collections from Khush, Gillia, Jana Lam, Modern Philosophy, Stella &…
...on tiki culture, John Heckathorn and Chinatown.
You tend to make rash decisions. Like when you were 10 and decided the neighbor's dog needed a haircut. Or when you were in college and got a donkey tattoo on your butt (it was supposed to be ironic.) Or…
If you had it your way, you'd live in your pajamas. Too bad the only person over the age of five who can actually pull that off is Hugh Hefner. (His scantily-clad bunnies and billions of dollars probably help.) You…
Fashion trends from the '70s you tried (and failed) to pull off: A sequin blouse. Blinded everyone in your office, and the office across the street. Flared denim. Made your hips look enormous. A jumpsuit. Turned you into a giant,…
Going Big: Artist Carter Black painted a huge, native Hawaiian mural entitled "Na Moolelo o Kapolei" which is currently installed at Kapolei Hale.
Shop The Sample Life What: Great news - two of our favorite designers are having sample sales. First, get downtown asap for prime pickings at Fighting Eel's sale, held in the space formerly occupied by Super Citizen. Then sign up…
Shop like a local and snap up pattern-perfect suits from local swimwear lines.
Tori Richard's new womenswear designer brings a fresh feel to the iconic island brand.
It's starting to come back. The massive designer blowout. The disgruntled sales clerk. The crazy mob of shoppers. One hand on a fabulous Marc Jacobs coat. Then everything faded to black. The good news: you're alive. The bad news: you…
HONOLULU Magazine's June 2012 issue table of contents.
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…
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.…
...on homelessness, Hawaii being a worthy place to live and the Consulate of San Marino.
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
You had that dream again. The one where you float from cloud to cloud devouring plates of succulent steak and watch the sun set with an amazing glass of cabernet. Then you woke up starving and, naturally, all you could…
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…
You're always on the hunt for a great deal, and on Friday, you've got the perfect target: Down to Earth's 35th Anniversary Sale. When it comes to everyday low prices on organic and natural foods, this kamaaina health food chain…
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.…
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…
Enter London Calling What: Compete for the trip of a lifetime during KPOI and Hard Rock Cafe's Plug In and Win game. One lucky winner will receive round-trip airfare for two to London, tickets to the three-day Hard Rock Calling…
Okay, so you're probably thinking, "Is this like a scene out of Clueless or what?" But seriously, you actually have a way normal life for a working girl. You get up, brush your teeth, and pick out your clothes... except…
Shop Say Good Buy What: Freshen your wardrobe with summery pieces from Mikinola's traveling boutique. Pick up a delicate, hand-beaded Tiare Hawaii maxi or sexy MinkPink cropped top, then accessorize with jewelry by Pure Joy Adornments, B.D'Angelo, Nattolee and Yashi.…
On behalf of the Department of Accessory Management, we regret to inform you that your jewelry box has been classified as a Clasp B hazard zone. Upon a recent visit, our inspector found the following violations: a) exposed heaps of…
Good morning, students. My name is Professor L. Chic and welcome to Style Finds 101. Throughout the semester, you'll research multiple choices to infuse style into your everyday life. Study icons like Alexander McQueen and Audrey Hepburn, review inspirational ideas…
Bird 1: Whoa, what are you so angry about? You're blasting tweets all the way across the canyon. Bird 2: There's a giant pig down below that says my style stinks. Thick brows are so last season. Red is definitely…
Everyone says you're a real doll. But the moment your perfect sister walks in, they skipper right over you. So what if she's got her PhD, worked as an astronaut and is now running for president? (All in four-inch stilettoes,…
Shop City Sleeker What: Fall in love with Loveizm, a brand-new high-end line from Lovelessizm and Lava Roses designer Richie Miao. Both men's and women's apparel collections feature Miao's signature urban edge and asymmetrical hems, but with cleaner silhouettes and…
You live in paradise. Too bad you don't see it very much. Your apartment has a breathtaking view of... another apartment. Your daily commute features freeway and gridlock. Then there's your cubicle, which overlooks sweeping vistas of your not-so-attractive co-worker.…
Landlords of Honolulu, tear out your carpets! You and your tenants will be much happier.
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It's late. You're sprawled in front of the TV, channel surfing until something on HGTV catches your eye. Four designers raid a candy store, then transform bare white rooms into dreamy works of confection. Awesome. If only you could get…
She spent nine months ballooning to epic proportions, with an achy back and swollen feet. Then came painful hours in the hospital room, juggling contractions and a hyperventilating husband. After that, she served years of hard labor as a cook,…
