Natalie Schack

Former Lei Chic editor Natalie Schack has been a cultural anthropology student, museum worker bee and dabbler in graphic design. When she isn’t scouting new fashion, compiling to-do lists or crafting puns, Natalie spends her free time dreaming up elaborate picnic ideas; “researching” via YouTube tutorials, blogs and Instagram; and dusting off her pith helmet for the next adventure life throws her way.

Articles

HONOLULU Fashion Week Favorites: 6 Aloha Shirts for Every Island Guy

We looked to our HONOLULU Fashion Week contributors for ideas on how to update our aloha wear.

HONOLULU Fashion Week Designer Spotlight: Sneak Peek at Issa de Mar’s TRIBE Swimwear Collection

We are loving these sizzling ethnic prints and sexy, strappy styles.

HONOLULU Fashion Week Designer Spotlight: New Collection from Allison Izu

Adopt a young, modern feel with these new pieces.

The 6 Most Fashionable Ways to Spend Your Weekend

Lei Chic's shopping, eating and sales picks for the best of the weekend.

HONOLULU Fashion Week Designer Spotlight: Aloha Sunday’s New Fall 2014 Collection

The collection is a class act, filled with timeless silhouettes and autumn shades.

Lei Chic's Greatest Hits of September

Relive some of our favorite stories from the month, from the burgundy lip trend to vibrant dyed tees from Salvage Public.

6 Products to Help You Recover from the Hawaiian Sun

Perk your toasted skin and hair right up with these lotions and sprays.

Cool, New Handmade Purses from Owens & Co. and BoxEleven

These pretty cross-bodies are handmade with vintage fabric, inside and out.

To Do: Eat. Shop. Repeat.

Lei Chic's guide to the weekend's best events.

Hearts and Stars Salon’s Sulfate- and Paraben-Free Hair Care Line is Made in Hawai‘i

Big Island stylist Jason Harsin hits a high note with his Hawai‘i-made, luxury hair care line.

Perfect a Seductive Pout With Fall’s Wine-Red Lip Pencils

War of the Roses: Put the posies back in your pout with fall’s dramatic lip pencils in deep, wine-red hues.

Get the Look: 8 His and Hers Denim-Inspired Pieces

He said, she said—but everyone says they love blue jeans and chambray.

Get These Luxe Wine-Red Lip Pencils For Less

Raid the drugstore for this HONOLULU Shops-featured look.

Ikea Shipping Company Haul2HI Expands

The Haul2HI showroom now has double the space for more displays and décor ideas.

Liliko‘i Now Carries Local Designers Such As Lani Lau

Former LBDB rebrands store with a beachy, local aesthetic.

New York Fashion Week – Part II

Local stylist Summer Shiigi gives us her NYFW highlights.

Fitness Fridays: Personal Attention from Pilates O Ka La Studio

Stretch and strengthen, without strain.

Hawaii-Inspired, Hand-Letterpressed Greeting Cards From Island Penman

Find the right way to say it with these gorgeous new greeting cards by Island Penman designer Chae Ho Lee.

New York Fashion Week Diary – Part I

Stylist Summer Shiigi gives us the lowdown on NYFW.

Ready, Set, Style! HONOLULU Magazine Takes on Fashion Week

Join HONOLULU Magazine as we cover New York Fashion Week.

A Sneak Peek at New Dyed Tees from Salvage Public

These upcoming tees hand-dyed with Hawaiian indigo are a real dive win.

New E-vites from LeiMation

Animated aloha from artist Laura Margulies

Exfoliate With These Locally Made Brewty Essentials From Kauai

All-Natural, Kauai-Made coffee scrubs now available at Noelani Yoga Studios.

New Gypsy Hawaii Lingerie + 8 More Date Night Staples

9 lovable items to make your next date night a dream come true

Lei Chic’s Greatest Hits of August

Here’s a look at a few of our favorite stories from this month, from the Made in Hawaii Festival to Of One Sea boardshorts.

New Petroglyph-Themed Cards From Aloha Letterpress

This sweet stationery is handmade and Hawaiian-inspired.

Neighborhoods

Quiz: Where on O‘ahu Do You Belong?

Mililani-raised. Mānoa-educated. Kaka‘ako-bound. Kama‘āina or visitor, you’ve found yourself settled into one of Honolulu’s many diverse neighborhood pockets. But are you in the wrong place?