Tails of the City: Barkhaus Instills Pack Mentality
Barkhaus owners Andres Monasterios and Natalie Sanchez share what it takes to successfully train dogs.
Brie Thalmann
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Solario Studio Art Unlocks Core Memories
Meet illustrator Matías Solario, whose nostalgia-fueled style pays homage to the Hawai‘i of the 1940s through ’90s.
On View: 9 Crazy-Good New Art Exhibits to See in September
The O‘ahu art scene is popping off with a ton of great shows this month. Here’s where we’ll be heading.
Bretman Rock Launches a Podcast for the Baddies
DaBaddest Radio is your new hub for Bretman Rock content, airing every Thursday.
The IYKYK Vintage Charm Collection at Oliver Men’s Shop
Take a peek into the boutique’s secret treasure trove of unique Hawai‘i-themed charms.
Get Moving With These New Local Fitness Lines
Check out these three local brands to help you get active in style.
Pursuits: Meet the Women Carrying on Trophy House’s Legacy
Behind the scenes at the decades-old South King Street shop, the most-valued prize is connection to community.
Don’t Miss HoMA’s Fashioning Aloha Exhibition
Leaving Sept. 1, this exhibition is a fun and colorful exploration of alohawear’s origins, cultural crossovers and signature motifs.
Made in Hawai‘i Festival: 13 Exclusives on Our Style Editor’s Wish List
Get a sneak peek at some of the cool new releases debuting at the 2024 Made in Hawai‘i Festival, happening Aug. 23–25.
The Maui Wildfires, A Year Later: CocoNene’s Comeback
A year after the local homewares company lost its flagship Front Street store, we talk with CocoNene co-owner Kent Untermann about his path forward and plans to return to Lahaina.
Kāko‘o Maui: Shop Online to Support These Maui Boutiques
A year later: Send some love to Maui’s independent boutiques by shopping them online. These tiny gems are brimming with fantastic locally made finds.
42 Awesome Back-to-School Accessories From O‘ahu Stores
From kakimochi backpacks and shaka pencil cases to matcha ice cream hair claws, these cool school supplies will score your keiki some major style points.
Best of HONOLULU 2024: Shopping on O‘ahu
Where to shop for the best beach bag, houseplants, sun hat, crystals, home accessories, swimwear and more.
Cheers, Roberta, to 20 Years!
Designer Roberta Oaks reflects on celebrating her 20th anniversary in the local fashion industry.
Cirque du Soleil: ‘Auana Debuts in December
The Hawai‘i-inspired Cirque du Soleil production will meld hula and acrobatics.
New in Town: Summer 2024
New places we’ve spotted across the island include O‘ahu’s first adults-only hotel, a free art gallery and a Japanese grocery.
This New Hidden Botanical Shop in Kaka‘ako Is Brimming with Cool Plants
Plant Bar is a tiny plant lover’s oasis in the heart of Honolulu.
Dreamy Blooms at the Petal Mettle Flower Farm in Waialua
Petal Mettle farmer-artist Laarni Gedo finds strength in the delicacy of flowers.
June Finds: What’s In This Summer
A new poolside hangout, Island-inspired cakes, seashell sculptures and Hawaiian swimwear to rock in the sun.
Better Together: A New Artist Space for Weird Friends
Formerly known as Lana Lane Studios, the artist collective Weird Friends has made a new home in Kaka‘ako.
Rocket Ahuna Designs New Collection With Waikīkī as His Launch Pad
Rocket Ahuna’s Waikīkī residency inspires a stellar new collection with nods to the neighborhood’s evolution.
O‘ahu Shopping Guide: 6 Great Ways to Spend the Day at Ka Makana Ali‘i in Kapolei
Families love Kapolei. Foodies love Kapolei. But, will two (townie) fashion editors feel the same? Only a 45-minute drive will tell.
O‘ahu Shopping Guide: 4 Reasons Waikīkī Is the Local Shopper’s Paradise
Tips from our style editors for navigating the Waikīkī shopping scene.
O‘ahu Shopping Guide: The Best Boutiques in Chinatown and Downtown Honolulu
HONOLULU Magazine’s style editors spill on where to go and what to buy to shop like a local.
Get a Sneak Peek at Aloha Revolution’s New Kaimukī Store
Ed Sugimoto’s newest VH07V shop has its grand opening this weekend, and we’ve got all the deets.
O‘ahu Shopping Guide: The Best Boutiques in Kaimukī
HONOLULU Magazine’s style editors spill on where to go and what to buy to shop like a local in Kaimukī.
Beautiful Winning Lei From the Lei Day Celebration Contest 2024
Hawai‘i’s talented lei makers showed out this May Day with dazzling submissions to the annual lei contest.
1,000 Flowers Become Grand Strands
In celebration of Lei Day, admire this impressive piece of lei art by floral designer Kim Scott for Aloha de Mele.
Architect Aaron Ackerman Builds a World-Class Sustainable House
Aaron Ackerman is reaching new heights of sustainable living with his Pālolo home Haleola‘ili‘āinapono.
Carissa Moore Shares Her Inspiring Story in a New Book
Carissa Moore’s newly released book is a love letter to the Islands told through the lens of surfing.
Our 5 Favorite Hawai‘i Shops for Eco-Friendly and Zero-Waste Products
From Kaimukī to Kailua, these are the best spots for scoring sustainable lifestyle, personal care and household items.
April Finds: What’s New and What’s In
From hand-built ceramic lei vases to sewing classes taught by fashion designer Kini Zamora, this month’s style picks are giving spring feels.
The New Island-Boy Boutique Is a Hidden Artsy Oasis in Kaimukī
Island-Boy has moved to a spacious new storefront in Kaimukī showcasing home items, clothing, accessories and more.
Historical Threads Live on at Old Queen Street Stadium
At Old Queen Street Stadium, find pieces of Hawai‘i history in the form of vintage clothing and high school memorabilia.
One Paddle, Two Paddle, All Locally Designed Pickleball Paddles
Score major style points with local pickleball gear.
Screen Time: Renovation Aloha, Home in Hawai‘i and The Cabin Chronicles
Hawai‘i homes and their talented designers shine on three national TV shows.
We Tried It: Love Me Knots’ Piercing Party
Get pierced by a professional piercer and shop for jewelry at the label’s lovely Kaimukī showroom.
Are These the Most Beautiful Restaurants in Honolulu?
Beauty is timeless, taste is not. A year after this post was originally published, our style and dining editors can’t get enough of these gorgeous interiors.
We Tried It: Studio Norae’s Wheel Pottery Class
Create beautiful ceramics at artist Lauren Shin’s peaceful Kāne‘ohe studio.
