Author: Terri Inefuku

Designer Bliss Lau to hold seminar, trunk show in Honolulu

Sure, it's been awhile, but you still get nightmares about school. Especially the one where you're taking a test. On a subject you know nothing about. In your underwear. Fear not. Local-girl-turned-New-York-designer Bliss Lau returns home this weekend, along with…

The real reason behind Fishcake's big fixture sale

Fishcake isn't going anywhere, though, for $800, this metal mobile ladder could. Fixture sales are often a sign that a store is about to move or close. For the record, Fishcake wants you to know it isn't going anywhere. When…

Saffron James debuts keiki trucker hats at Rebecca Beach

Now that summer's here, it's super important to protect your keiki's head from the harsh sun. Even more important: making sure he or she looks stylish at the same time (hey, gotta start training 'em early). Thank your lucky star…

Holoholo Bicycles offers bike rentals in Chinatown

Quick, what has 60 wheels and likes to roam the streets of Honolulu? If you said a team of rollerblading dogs, well... you'd be wrong (but, kudos for creativity). The real answer: Holoholo Bicycles, a new bike rental shop that…

Wishing Bridge designer launches affordable Pi jewelry line

Fashion Math Quiz Word Problem: Girl A loves gold jewelry. Unfortunately, Girl A's paycheck (x) does not equal the cost of elegant, goldfill pieces (y). What should Girl A do? Solution: y must equal Pi, as in Pi jewelry, a…

Sales to hit this Fourth of July weekend

Yes, it's Independence Day. Shouldn't you be out barbecuing or something? Well, it's a good thing you're here, because there are a ton of sales happening throughout the weekend. We rounded up as many as we could below. If you…

Cassandra Rull launches limited-edition Dream Beach dresses

You don't know how it happened, but here you are. Floating from cloud to cloud. Mmm, they taste like cotton candy. Oh, look. There's Leonardo DiCaprio. You've got to be dreaming. Especially since you're now gazing upon the most gorgeous…

Nico Made's whimsical, nature-inspired greeting cards

Hold the phone. When it comes to maintaining quality relationships, an I <3 U!! =) text isn't going to cut it. You need to play your cards right with an actual card. Stack the deck with Nico Made's whimsical greeting…

Sierra Keylin's handcrafted sterling silver jewelry

If you've ever seen Lord of the Rings, then you know two things: 1. Orlando Bloom is way hotter as a blond. 2. Never underestimate the power of precious metal jewelry. Get ready to go googly-eyed over Sierra Keylin Jewelry,…

Major sales at two downtown Honolulu boutiques

Stop what you're doing. We've got an urgent job for you today: infiltrate Community and Florencia Arias, search through racks of discounted merchandise, and stock up on amazing summer steals. You'll be rewarded handsomely. Just do it quick - with…

11 bars and restaurants with extended happy hours

You look different today. Did you get a haircut? Switch up your foundation? Get a little work done? No, no, and no... comment? Oh. We know what it is. You've got that first official day of summer glow (it's totally…

HGTV designer reveals 7 easy ways to style your home

Furniture scales the wall of Angelo Surmelis' in-store pop-up at HomeWorld. When it comes to your wardrobe, you're always up-to-speed on the latest trends. Graphic prints? Totally. Neon? You betcha. Leather and lace? On it. Too bad the same can't…

Rumi Murakami's tailored, work-appropriate apparel

White cotton sundress with adjustable tie, $150. Picture this: you have a handful of clothes and roughly 30 minutes to photograph them. What do you do? Sure, you could cry. Or, you could throw them at your co-workers, drag them…

Maya Bella Boutique adds men's section, Kane Clothing line

Lei Chic presents Real Men of Genius (Singer: "Real Men of Geniuuuus") Today, we salute you: the mister of Maya Bella Boutique. ("The mister of Maya Bella Boutique.") We're talking to you, Jake Pacarro. You helped your wife and her…

Lei Chic's 2013 Father's Day gift ideas

Now that National Donut Day is nearly over, it's time to focus: you've got just nine days until Father's Day. Even if you've already planned the dinner, Dad's VIP treatment wouldn't be complete without some serious swag. Here are 11…

Ryan Ota's menswear now at The Human Imagination

Kaya camouflage shirt, $80, and Woodsmen crop pant in navy, $60. Ryan Ota. Great guy. Often referred to as the M.C. Hammer of menswear designers. Kidding. He's not, although both know their way around a great pair of pants. Take…

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

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…

Salty Girl Jewelry's new Limu collection

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…

Roberta Oaks releases fun, flirty summer dresses

Dear Mrs. Draper, We love your fashionable take on beachwear. That mini dress and floppy hat? Gorge. We were even impressed with your luau attire (though your hula, we're sorry to say, needs serious work). There was, however, something missing…

Stand Up Eight relaunches as local, handcrafted furniture store

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.     1// "8" letterpress set, $208. 2// 'Fish People' koa sculpture on marble, $550.…

Skincare secrets from Fresh co-founder Lev Glazman

We were carefree once. Then we learned the cold, hard truth: being a natural beauty does not come naturally. So, when Fresh co-founder Lev Glazman flew in to headline Nordstrom's Beauty Trend Show this weekend, we jumped at the chance…

Exclusive first look: Issa de' mar's new swimsuit cover-ups

How to make your Memorial Day super memorable: start the party at midnight. That's when local swim line Issa de' mar kicks off its debut fashion show with a full lineup of stylish bikinis, cover-ups and dresses (the latter two…

Local bookstores pick their top summer reads

Much like your wardrobe, your bookshelf needs updating (Fifty Shades of Gray was so last season). Don't worry, we've got you covered with top summer picks from our favorite local bookstores. Get ready for some serious page burners.   The…

Kao Pao Shu bags arrive at Riches Kahala

Mom is (almost) always right. You just don't always listen. Eat your vegetables. Stop picking or it won't heal. Wear your seatbelt. Actually, following that last one is easy thanks to Kao Pao Shu's unique, handmade bags just into Riches…

Pre-order NOE Undergarments' debut lingerie collection

Photos courtesy: NOE Undergarments Did you see Jennifer Morrison reveal nearly everything at last night's Billboard Music Awards? Whether you loved or hated her "dress," you gotta to admit, the girl looked good. So good, in fact, we're craving some…

Roam Hawaii releases Single Fin capsule collection

Photos and graphics courtesy of Roam Hawaii. Harsh rays, salt, and sand aside, throwing on a ratty old T-shirt and frayed short-shorts to the beach makes you look more bum than babe. Lucky for you, Roam Hawaii's new capsule collection…

A sneak peek at Barrio Vintage's first fashion show

Time travel is way fun. So says your future self, and yes, we chat now and then. Future self also says you'll get your first shot at time travel Saturday night thanks to Moda, Barrio Vintage's first-ever fashion show. Owners…

Wings Hawaii launches Rock Studdy bag line

Truth be told, we're totally obsessed with rock stars. They're edgy, ooze show-stopping style, and look even better with age... Erm, did we say rock stars? We meant Rock Studdy, a new bag line by Wings Hawaii. The Maui-based brand…

10 last-minute Mother's Day gift ideas

You had a crazy busy week. Or, you just woke up from a coma. Either way, Mother's Day is just two days away and you're gift-less. Don't worry, we've got your back. Here are 10 totally last-minute gift ideas you…

Lei Chic's no-cook recipe for overnight oatmeal

Today marks the launch of a new DIY series exploring the many ways to use one of our favorite household objects, the mason jar, which you can pick up at most grocery and drugstores. Here in the office, we've coined…

Highlights from UH-Manoa's senior fashion show

Photos by Tommy Shih Explorer's Log: The search for up-and-coming designers has taken a fruitful turn. Our latest expedition - to the front row of University of Hawaii at Manoa's Apparel Product Design & Merchandising Program's senior fashion show -…

Fashion Plate pop-up boutique at Hifi Coop and Cookspace

Congratulations, you made it into the office today! We weren't sure you could drag yourself out of bed, what with the sky falling down and all. Just make sure you do the same this Sunday for Fashion Plate, the first-ever…

Love+Monsters' handmade keiki booties

Your little man has countless needs. The latest: slipping his precious piggly wigglies into some seriously adorable handmade booties. Time to scoot over to Baby Awearness for the debut of Love+Monsters, a line of soft, colorful keiki shoes by Kalihi designer…

Beauty picks from a jet-setting cosmetics CEO

Your overflowing drawers of half-used beauty products are pretty telling. They say your constant search for the holy grails of skincare and makeup has you going cents-less. Spare your wallet, and your sanity, by consulting the professionals for on-the-glow picks.…

Happy Town Hawaii debuts recycled canvas totes

Monday is Earth Day. So, you should probably get it a present. Something eco-friendly, practical, and so adorable, you'll want to keep it for yourself - like a recycled canvas tote by Happy Town Hawaii. For owner Tamar Wong, the…

Colorful home accessories abound in Quince's Kakaako shop

Home is where the heart is. Especially if that home is filled with bright, eye-popping accents that perfectly capture your love of pattern and color. Sadly, yours is not. At least, not until Saturday, when Quince, a brand new home…

Noelani Studios opens retail store in Haleiwa

As the saying goes: when life hands you lemons, make lemonade. Or, better yet, build your own lemonade stand. Case in point: When Noelani Love was told to vacate her North Shore studio (the property was in escrow), she decided…

TOR designer launches new Citrine Swim line

Searching for the perfect swimsuit makes you feel like Goldilocks rummaging through the closets of three bears. Too small: It's tiny enough to fit a five-year-old. Too big: It's the swimsuit equivalent of "mommy jeans." Just right: You haven't been…

New comic-based T-shirts by Black Book

Stop right there. We don't want to alarm you, but your weekend style is in grave danger of being a real snoozefest. It's time to call in the super team of Black Book. Founders Thomas Hwang and Maaki Shiroyama joined…

Bones & Feathers Collective's new spring/summer collection

Bones and Feathers Collective, we have a bone to pick with you. Your new spring/summer collection is just too awesome. Did you seriously expect us to fall for bold, vintage-style pieces influenced by Frank Lloyd Wright, The Great Gatsby, and…

Cory Labang's graphic new clutches

It may be April Fool's Day, but these new clutches by Cory Labang are no joke. The Lanai designer known for crafting bright bags out of vintage Hawaiian fabric is expanding into bold, new territory: bags that showcase her own…

What's Inside Hawaii Five-O star Michelle Borth's Beauty Bag

Beauty Buzz: Whether rooting out hardened criminals or romancing Steve McGarrett, actress Michelle Borth glows as Lt. Catherine Rollins on Hawaii Five-O. We investigated the new Honolulu resident's makeup bag and uncovered the star's favorite beauty buys.

Best of Honolulu 2013

Honolulu Magazine's 2013 Best of Honolulu winners. Check out the 101 best things Honolulu has to offer from the island's best beer, rum, chocolate and pau hana spot to last-minute gift options.

Salon Chérie's DIY Halloween cat manicure

You've been possessed by the Halloween spirit. Well, at least your home has. But you know if you don your Halloween costume now, like you totally want to, you're gonna get weird looks at work. (You may be possessed, but…