Brie Thalmann

Home & Style Editor of HONOLULU Magazine

Born and raised on O‘ahu, wardrobe stylist and writer Brie Thalmann has logged more than a decade of experience in the local fashion industry. Currently the home & style editor of HONOLULU Magazine, Brie oversees the brand’s home- and style-focused editorial content. A day at her post includes everything from styling photo shoots and editing articles to meeting with designers, photographers and boutique owners. Brie holds a bachelor’s degree in fashion merchandising from UH Mānoa. Her previous stints include full-time and contributing positions at Hawai‘i Woman Magazine, Ala Moana Magazine and Smart Magazine.

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Best of Honolulu

Best of Honolulu 2020: The Best Services on O‘ahu

The 99 editorial and reader picks for the places and businesses in Honolulu that make our lives just a bit easier.

Best of

Best of HONOLULU Family 2020: SHOP

Our readers’ and editors’ picks for the best places to shop for your family in Honolulu.

Hawai‘i’s De la Rosa Marries Elegance and Versatility in Wedding Gowns That Go Beyond Bridal

Modern romance.

Of One Sea Designer-on-the-Rise Launches a Swell New Womenswear Collection

Maryam Fortuna’s Hawai‘i brand is one to watch.

These Popular Hawai‘i Boutiques Just Opened Online Stores So You Can Shop from Home

Now you can support these previously brick-and-mortar-only boutiques (and score some stylin’ finds) from the comfort of your couch.

Fashion Feature

Fashion Feature: Tropical Flora Isn’t the Only Thing Blossoming Right Now

Poppy hues, sleek suiting and cutting-edge accessories will soon be everywhere.

Meet the Model: Hawai‘i’s Neka Lanoza

After taking the L.A. scene by storm, the local model-on-the-rise is back home pursuing one of her greatest passions. She spills about making a difference, her gasp-worthy TV moments and what’s next for her in fashion.

Meet the Mother-Daughter Design Team Behind Hawai‘i Jewelry Label Paradisus

As we celebrate mothers this month, it’s the perfect time to spotlight two of our favorite mom-preneurs, Linda Ueda and Akemi Ueda Jensen of Paradisus.

Good And Planty 7 Greenery Inspired Picks From Hawaii Boutiques Plant Sax

Get Your Greens With 7 Plant-Inspired Finds from Local Boutiques

Create your perfect jungalow with our roundup of leafy greens, lush palms and tropical flowers.

HONOLULU Staff’s Favorite Hawai‘i Products: La Tour Bakehouse Breads

For this installment of local products you can buy online, in grocery stores or straight from the producer, we toast to the Island bakery’s scrumptious, freshly baked loaves.

HONOLULU Staff Picks Hawai‘i Favorites: Takeout From Kaimukī Super Town Hen Water

In our latest spotlight of local eats to get right now, we check out Ed Kenney’s Kaimukī trifecta.

Things to Do at Home: These Super-Fun Hawai‘i Card Games Will Have You Smiling, Laughing and Learning In No Time

Forget the Tiger King, being crowned pidgin king is where the real bragging rights are at.

Coronavirus

Coronavirus in Hawai‘i: Public Schools Will Remain Closed for the Rest of the School Year

Your daily update of everything you need to know related to COVID-19 on April 17.

Coronavirus in Hawai‘i: Two More Deaths Confirmed and Funds Are Released for Local Farmers

Your daily update of everything you need to know related to Covid-19 on April 10.

Crafts

Art Class Made Easy: Fun and Easy Hawaiʻi Drawing Tutorials Keiki Will Love

Hawai‘i artist Karen Obuhanych teaches kids how to draw adorable lions, tiger and unicorns, oh my!

Meet the Designers and Local Businesses Making Face Masks for Hawai‘i’s Brave Essential Workers

These Hawai‘i fashion designers are sewing the extra mile to help keep us safe.

Coronavirus

Hawai‘i Has Its Highest Single-Day Case Increase and President Trump Approves a Major Disaster Declaration for the Islands

Your daily update of everything you need to know related to COVID-19 on April 1.

Good and Planty: 7 Greenery-Inspired Picks from Hawai‘i Boutiques

Since you can’t go out, we’ll help you bring the outside in.

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Dating

50 First Dates: 145 Thoughts We Had While Watching “Love Is Blind” with Netflix Party

What better time to watch strangers get engaged without ever meeting face-to-face than while practicing social distancing ourselves?

9 Rainbow Finds from Hawai‘i Designers To Brighten Your Day

’Cause we could all use a little cheer right now.

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Shop From Home! Support Hawai‘i Brands and Score Great Online Deals Right Now

Support local while snagging special discounts, free shipping and more.

Ranked

Taste Test: We Tried (Almost) Every Bread at Breadshop in Kaimukī

Ready. Set. Dough!

Designer Profiles: These Hawai‘i Brands That Give Back Will Have You Looking and Feeling Fab

Feel good fashion.

Cocktails & Spirits

A Special Valentine’s Day Taste Test: We Tried 8 Sugarfina Cocktail Gummies

Sorry Ryan Reynolds, you may be hot, but your gin candy is not. Find out which one made it to last call.

HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 11 Best Healthy-ish Vegetarian Dishes on O‘ahu

Whether you’re a vegan, a vegetarian or trying to lessen your meat consumption, your restaurant experience should not have to suffer.

New Year, New Adorable Hawai‘i Toys from Keiki Kaukau

Photo: Courtesy of Keiki KaukauMore Keiki Kaukau set, $35 Infusing more local love into our keiki’s playtime is one of those resolutions we try to work on all year round. So, we were thrilled to hear that O‘ahu mom and…

Volunteer

50 Ways to Volunteer in Hawai‘i in 2020

From drop-in workdays that take just a few hours to opportunities to train in a new skill, here are dozens of ways to make a difference in 2020.

Crafts

Make It With the Family: Glass Glitter Ball Ornaments

Just what you need to make your treetop glisten.

Outdoors

The Beach Towels From This Hawai‘i Surfer Brand Are Perfect Gifts for the Outdoor Adventurers in Your Life

With its fun locally designed prints and quick-dry fabric, Surfer Towel is soaking up water and attention fast.

Make It: Shaka Felt Ornament

Photo: David Croxford Supplies: felt scissors marker stuffing (you can use fiberfill or even recycled gift tissue paper) needle thread ruler or measuring tape Instructions: Make a shaka with your hand. Using a marker, trace the outline of your hand…

Trend Watch Our Style Editors Are Adding Valentinos A Line Mini Dress To Their Wish List Cover

Trend Watch: Add This Valentino A-Line Mini Dress to Your Christmas Wishlist

Here comes the bloom.

Diamond Head Based Label Marina Co Has Us Planning Our Upcoming Vacation Outfits Cover

Hawai‘i-Based Label Marina & Co. Has Us Planning Our Upcoming Vacation Outfits

It’s sunny styles ahead.

Hawai‘i’s Best Shopping

10 Cool Things to Buy at the Eden In Love 2019 Black Friday Pop-Up Shop

We pre-scouted all the goodies—here are the must-haves to put at the top of your list.

Trend Watch: The Owner of Honolulu-Based Label Pi Collection Shows Us How to Wear a Modern Slip Dress

Local jewelry designer Lauryn Gordines shows us how to rock the slinky ’90s staple and spills on her latest project—it’ll get your creative juices flowing.