Brie Thalmann

Managing Fashion 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 managing fashion editor of HONOLULU Magazine and editor of the publication’s ancillary magazine shopping Honolulu SHOPS, Brie oversees the brand’s fashion-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 2022: The Best Shopping on O‘ahu

These 21 winners deserve a spot on your must-buy list.

Best of Honolulu

Best of HONOLULU 2022: The Best Services on O‘ahu

Take a class, sing your heart out onstage or get your hair done at our 84 top picks chosen by readers and editors.

Best of Honolulu

Best of HONOLULU 2022

From best Korean fried chicken to banh mi, the best way to get into pickleball to best beach blanket, we pulled together the top food, fitness, shopping, services and family-friendly picks.

Fashion

First Look: Take a Peek Inside Kailua’s Dreamy New Gillia Boutique

Now you can shop Hawai‘i designer Saori Santos’ gorgeous summer-ready fashions in person.

Fashion

8 Super-Cute New Sundresses from Fighting Eel, XIX Palms, Yireh and More

Slip on these bright and breezy summer fashions from Hawai‘i boutiques.

Atelier Apotheke Fins Courtesy Ciara Torres

Fashion

Summer’s Coolest Tropical Home Accessories in Hawai‘i

Our style editor reveals the local designs she’s been obsessed over.

Style

French Designer Simon Porte Jacquemus’ Collection Le Splash Debuts

When it came to debuting his SS22 collection, he looked for an equally enthralling backdrop—and found it in the pristine shoreline of Kualoa Ranch’s Secret Island Beach.

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Local Brands & Boutiques

Father’s Day Gift with a Hawai‘i Twist

Shirt-y pickins.

Local Brands & Boutiques

Hale Pua’s Paint-by-Number Lei Kits Offer an Artful Way to Relive Happy Memories

Paint of heart.

Honolulu Family

These are the Cutest Boys’ Day Koinobori We’ve Ever Seen

There’s still time to reel in a few of these eye-catching carp before May 5.

Things To Do

Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: April 20–26, 2022

Celebrate your love for Spam, dress up as your favorite anime character, mālama ka ‘āina for Earth Month and score cute eco-fashions made from pineapples.

Local Brands & Boutiques

Up Next: Keep An Eye Out For These Wahine-Owned Lines On The Rise

Three wonder wāhine we adore for their standout styles, bright ideas and support of one another.

Weekend Guide: Who You Again Courtesy Kumu Kahua Theater

The Perfect Weekend

Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: March 30–April 4, 2022

Learn how to use some cool tools, celebrate Earth Day with a community clean up and see Timmy Chang talk the future of football.

Drinks

Here’s the Scoop on Kaimukī’s New Matcha and Coffee Spot

Go ahead, sip-back and relax at Daily Whisk Matcha.

Crafts

HONOLULU Family Easter Craft: Hawai‘i-Inspired Eggs

Decorate Easter eggs to look like adorable pineapples, shave ice cones and hula dancers.

Fig And Ginger Girls Day Set Courtesy Fig And Ginger

Things To Do

Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: March 2–8, 2022

Celebrate Girls Day with delicious treats, be enchanted by Shangri La Museum’s latest virtual exhibit, learn about Polynesian voyaging traditions through fun water activities and take a culinary tour of the Mediterranean.

Things To Do

Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: February 2–8, 2022

Shop fresh local finds, flash back to the ’80s with the Brat Pack, see a Hawai‘i-born The Voice standout live, and cheer on world-class athletes as they go for the gold.

Style

5 Things from Local Boutiques and Designers on Our Style Radar for February

Check out the fresh finds on our shopping list for February 2022.

History

The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Midcentury Mod Island Style

Eames meets Island living in this 1952 O‘ahu home.

History

The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Hawai‘i’s First Condominium

We’ve come a long way baby.

History

The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Hawai‘i’s First Roller Rink

Let’s roll the clock back to 1871.

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Things To Do

Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: January 12-18, 2022

Get your giggle on, cheer on top surfers and golfers, and celebrate Mu‘umu‘u Month in style.

From Our Files First Hawaii Drive In Theater

History

The History of Hawai‘i From Our Files: Hawai‘i’s First Drive-In Theater

We miss 'um, fo' reels! Here’s a look back through our archives from January 1982.

Holiday Guide

Make It With the Family: Shave Ice Pom Pom Ornament

Have an icy-cool yule with this merry and bright ornament.

Things To Do

Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: November 17–23, 2021

Add to your Robert Cazimero music collection, get a jump-start on your holiday gift list and check out fashions rocked by ali‘i.

Weekend Picks Canstruction Credit Courtesy Aia Honolulu

Things To Do

Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: October 20–26, 2021

It’s a full moon tonight. Whether that makes you scream, laugh or howl, we know just where to do it.

Things To Do

Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: October 13–19, 2021

Work up a sweat or a scare, order spooky sweat treats and dress up your doggo in locally made Halloween gear.

Pumpkin Patch Photo Waimanalo Country Farms

The Perfect Weekend

Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: October 6-October 12, 2021

Take fall photos in two Insta-worthy fields, find your next great read and listen to Anuhea under the stars to support local students.

Crafts

Local Artists Share 38 Printable Coloring Sheets That Are Fun, Fabulous and Free!

Color us happy. Eight of our beloved local creatives offer Hawai‘i-inspired sketches and doodles that kids can customize at home.

Liliha Bakery Cheeseburger Credit Thomas Obungen

Cheap Eats

HONOLULU Staff Favorites: The 12 Best Meaty and Meatless Burgers on O‘ahu

From Punahou Carnival to Hale ‘Aina-winning restaurants, here are our team’s top spots to pile on the patties.

Crafts

Make It with the Family: Balsa Wood Tabletop Christmas Trees

Get to rockin’ around these adorable tabletop trees.

Crafts

Make It With the Family: Festive Felt Garland

Deck the halls with this cute ‘n’ cozy strand.

Best of Honolulu

Best of Honolulu 2020

We sought out the best of everything—from local sake to seafood boil, bank to barbershop—and expanded our list with a finalist in every category chosen by our readers.