Pitacus Chop Art Wows With Upcycled Vintage and Boro Looks
Designer Lisa Weimken transforms vintage fabrics from around the globe into fresh, one-of-a-kind fashions.
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Aloha Got Soul’s Vinyl Reissues Celebrate Old-School Hawai‘i Jams
Offering fresh spins on Island classics, the local record label’s recent Kalapana and Brother Noland reissues have been garnering major buzz.
Two New Bookstores Open in Hawai‘i Kai and Mililani
BookHouse and Poindexter’s Books pair fantastic reads with fun in-store events, sunny reading spots and even a snack bar loaded with saimin and ice cream.
Celebrate Hawaiian Culture and Dresses at the Mu‘umu‘u Library
The Mu‘umu‘u Library opens with hundreds of styles ready to be borrowed.
Hie Heirlooms of Hawai‘i Shares a Fresh Take on Hawaiian Bracelets
Friends Meleana Estes and Noël Shaw bring back luster to the Hawaiian bracelet tradition with Hie, their new fine jewelry brand.
Editors’ Picks: Holiday Gift Guide 2023
A book of lei, a mini pottery wheel, island-inspired swaddle blankets and locally made chili oil—here’s what’s on our editors’ gift lists.
Sneak Peek: Fighting Eel Opens a New Boutique in Kapolei
We’ve got the scoop on six new releases you’ll want to shop first at the West O‘ahu location.
Score Awesome Goods From 11 Hawai‘i Brands in the Help Maui Rise Box
Created to support Maui families affected by the wildfires, it’s jam-packed with fantastic items from top local fashion, home and beauty companies.
Our Top 5 Buys From the Yireh x Mahina Made Pop-Up Shop
Shop bestsellers, special new releases and in-store exclusives from both local brands at their holiday pop-up shop in Kaka‘ako.
Kāko‘o Maui: Shop Cool Art Prints Curated by World Wide Walls and Aloha de Mele
Artists around the globe join forces to bring attention and funds to Maui.
Shop Gorgeous Homewares From New Hawai‘i Interior Design Firm Averylily
Lily Kanter and Avery Solmssen team up on an exciting new homewares brand that keeps community at the forefront.
O‘ahu’s Great Neighborhoods: Kaimukī
A supportive small business community where old-school meets hip and new.
Peek Into Paiko Hawai‘i’s Lovely New Kaka‘ako Boutique
The botanical shop’s new digs are open! Shop houseplants, cut flowers, stylish pots and more.
Our Top 10 Pieces From the New Wabi Sabi Hawai‘i Furniture Store
From modern-organic dining tables to modular sofas and customizable beds, here’s what you’ll find at the newly opened Ala Moana boutique.
From the Heart: Shop Maui Fundraiser Items From Local Brands
This month, 100% of the proceeds from these pieces are being donated to Maui wildfire relief.
Go Check Um: 7 Hawai‘i Things We’re Loving This Week
From new music and art to fresh fashions and interiors—our quick picks for living stylishly.
Our Watch List: Films to Look Forward to This Fall
Get tickets and mark your calendars for these upcoming films and shows we’re excited to see from HRFF, HIFF and more.
Shop Dreamy Home Décor at the New Woven by Shaolin Boutique
Interior designer Shaolin Low brings together chic homewares, curated furniture options and accessible design services in Kailua.
These Hawai‘i Designers and Boutiques Are Donating 100% of Proceeds to Maui’s Recovery
Shop local and support the Maui community on their road to recovery after the wildfire disaster.
What’s Happening to the Animals Displaced by the Maui Wildfires?
We look into what’s been going on with the search for lost pets, the strays sent to the U.S. mainland and ways to help.
Bon Appé-chic: Finery for Fall Fits
Indulge in fall accessories that offer delicious nods to your favorite Island treats.
Literary Lineup of New Local Books Exploring Hawai‘i Culture
Three new books celebrate eclectic aspects of local culture, from women’s surfing to Okinawan heritage to Hawaiian wisdom.
How Can You Tell If a GoFundMe Fundraiser Is Legitimate?
We checked out GoFundMe’s vetting process and new hub for verified Maui wildfire disaster fundraisers and got tips for spotting red flags.
You Can Drop Maui Donation Items At These O‘ahu Stores
If you can’t make it to one of the main donation centers, bring your items to one of these neighborhood shops.
12 First-Time Made in Hawai‘i Festival Vendors We Can’t Wait to Shop
Add these Made in Hawai‘i Festival newbies to your can’t-miss list before you shop Aug. 18-20.
Mikinola Opens a Gorgeous New Hawai‘i Kai Boutique
Get the scoop on the shop’s new digs before it opens this weekend.
6 Reasons Why I Loved Chiburu, Lee A. Tonouchi’s New Book About the Hawai‘i-Okinawan Experience
Joyful, hilarious, thoughtful and heartbreaking all at once, the multi-genre collection is a love letter to Okinawan culture.
13 Things You Didn’t Know About Kimié Miner
The music powerhouse gives us the scoops, from her go-to karaoke song and stint as a morning news anchor to the inspiring way she gives back.
Best of HONOLULU 2023: The Best Shopping on O‘ahu
From leather handbags to upcycled alohawear to furniture, our roundup of best shopping will add a thing or two to your wishlist.
Best of HONOLULU 2023: The Best Services on O‘ahu
You need something done? Consult this list of businesses voted and selected as most reliable in their fields.
Best of HONOLULU 2023
From matcha to mochi, neighborhood gym to pickleball equipment, we pulled together the top food, fitness, shopping, services and family-friendly picks.
You Can Now Shop Yireh at the Label’s New Sunny Kaimukī Showroom
Emily Jaime sets up a bright, airy (and shoppable by appointment!) headquarters just a stone’s throw from all your favorite Kaimukī haunts.
Hawai‘i Walls 2023: Learn the Story Behind Artist Jana Lam’s Tropical Dreamscape
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the creation of her whimsical mural and the cool new accessory collection that inspired it.
Love At Dawn Gives Second Life to Vintage Aloha Shirts and Mu‘umu‘u
Designer Angela Matsuo’s sustainable spin on alohawear reimagines classic Hawai‘i fashions in fresh, unexpected ways.
Native Hawaiian Brand Lexbreezy Hawai‘i Opens a Dreamy Boutique in Ala Moana Center
Alexis Akiona’s first Honolulu location is a tropical wonderland brimming with Ala Moana-exclusive designs.
New Gather Cowork Space in Hawai‘i Kai Was Designed by Women for Women
Come for the lovely work space; Stay for the amazing community, business support and self-growth.
20 Awesome Father’s Day Gifts From Hawai‘i Shops and Designers
Father’s Day is on June 18. Tip your dad cap to the father figures in your life with cool and handsome finds from O‘ahu boutiques.
3 New Local Hawai‘i Swimwear Brands to Sizzle in This Summer
Hit the beach in fresh releases from Native Hawaiian designers and eco-friendly swimsuit lines.
