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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.
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They say that a rose by any other name would smell as sweet. You wouldn’t know. Because after a day on the go, and a few too many pilates sessions, your scent is anything but rosy. Nature Girl products creator Dina…
Mick Jagger. Lou Reed. You, after a couple of beers and hogging the karaoke mic. You don’t need to be a top record seller to be a rock star. All you have to do is smell a little bit like…
Easter basket photo by Toelstede. Easter rocked as a kid: the egg hunts, the frilly dresses and enough of a sugar rush to turn you into a basket case. But let’s be honest: you’re no spring chick. The prospect of gorging…
The style team members have always got their eyes peeled for hot finds and new style faves while we scour the Honolulu scene. Look out for the latest spoil of our fash-ventures in our new Lost and Found files. Lost:…
They say a lunar eclipse can make people go a little … well, mad. We totally feel it. And since Hawaii’s eclipse begins around 8 p.m. tonight and goes until about 11—hours before the rest of the country—we've been getting…
Thank God for Pharrell, aka the only thing getting us through this gloomy winter (65 degrees??? Kill me). Ever since his “Happy” 24-hour-long music video came out—not to mention that awesome Academy Awards performance—it’s our go-to pick-me-up when we’re feeling…
Where to find healthy smoothies, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide to shopping, fashion, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Photos: Crystal Chanel Photography Your apartment decorating to-do list has been backlogged since you moved in—two years ago. Time to call in the emergency Aesthetic Reserve. Give your space some much-needed TLC with nature's remedy: a fresh floral arrangement. Shilhi…
Ideas for where to take your next profile picture, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide to shopping, fashion, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
You used to love showing off your tongue-twister talent, but you've outgrown Peter Piper and his puzzling pickled peppers. Now you’re a Padma & Pickles girl all the way, no matter how you say it. The local jewelry line, made…
Goodnight room, goodnight moon, goodnight cow jumping over the moon ... ... goodnight laptop, goodnight TV, goodnight face cream, goodnight phone ... So it’s time for bed, you’ve brushed your teeth and snuggled up under the covers, and yet, your…
You know you're onto something when a network sitcom dedicates an entire episode to buying and selling your product on the black market. And no, we're not talking about drugs, although based on the (still!) insanely long lines, one might…
Cute, handmade greeting cards by Mistprint, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide to shopping, fashion, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Alternative Valentine's Day date ideas including rock climbing, glamping and even Krav Maga, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide to shopping, fashion, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Shop any thrift store like a pro with these key shopping tips.
Keep your New Year's fitness resolutions with tips from personal trainer and Fitness HI founder Ryan Pang, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide to shopping, fashion, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Don't drink alcohol? Here are some bars and restaurants in Honolulu to visit for non-alcoholic drinks.
Summer, I get it. You're leaving. You're throwing away all 59 days of us to go off and "discover yourself." Does it matter that I'm not ready? That I think we can work this out? That I'm willing to salvage…
From left: drawstring bags, $25 for set of 2, minky baby blanket, $50, cotton burpee, $14. Once upon a time, in a land not so far away, there was a busy woman who gave birth to two adorable babies. No,…
Meet Honolulu's new crop of bartenders who approach drinks like chefs craft dishes.
This week is craaazy. First, you had all that Tropical Storm-turned-Depression Flossie frenzy. Then came The Cure's epic, adrenaline-pumping concert (your mind is still blown). And it's only Wednesday? Seriously, no one would blame you if you started planning your…
Photos by Tamiz Photography You're what they call an old soul. Nothing says you more than a dainty pearl necklace, a Frank Sinatra record, and a set of good, old-fashioned sayings from Granny. Unfortunately, your collection doesn't include a phonograph…