Stacey Makiya

As a former fashion editor and stylist for HONOLULU Magazine, Stacey Makiya’s work included conceptualizing, producing and editing fashion editorials. She entered the world of fashion in 2007 as an editor for SMART Magazine, and since then has worked for various local publications, styled fashion shows and commercial models, contributed to local fashion blogs, and assisted in executing the inaugural runway shows for HONOLULU Fashion Week. Her passion for giving back is deeply rooted going back to hanabata days when she would visit senior homes and talk story with the residents, volunteer in soup kitchens and participate in beach cleanups. Stacey is a graduate of the University of Hawai‘i’s journalism program.

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New Year, New Gear: Where to Shop in Honolulu Right Now

Bold earrings, new shopping spots and collections, plus style resolutions for 2019.

Primary Covers: 3 Bold Winter Jackets That Are Perfect for Those Chilly Days in Hawai‘i

Expect a bold front with this season’s coats, capes and coverups.

Open for Fitness: We Tried the Aerial Silk Workout at Samadhi Hawai‘i in Kaka‘ako

This month, we flipped and climbed our way through an aerial silk class.

Hawai‘i Designer Reise Kochi Makes Moves from Womenswear to Leather Goods

We caught up with the leather junkie to get his thoughts on his hide-and-chic career, avant-garde accessories and more.

Nightlife

MY HONOLULU: Before Tinder There Were Bars and Clubs to Meet Up, Drink Up and Hook Up

Ocean’s. Liquid’s. Shipley’s. If you know, you know. If you don’t, you probably weren’t gettin’ jiggy with it.

13 Super Cute Girl’s Day Gifts

Photo: Aaron K. Yoshino Who runs the world? GIRLS! So, on March 3 show the MVG’s (most valuable girls) in your life how special they are with something sweet and nice—just like them! (Clockwise from left) Herschel Supply Company pencil…

Jana Lam’s 8-Piece Travel Accessory Set is Our New Must-Have Collection

Ladies and gents, to make your flight more enjoyable we’re announcing the arrival of Jana Lam’s Bird of Paradise collection.

5 Nonalcoholic Holiday Sips That’ll Make You Cheer-Hoo!

Sugar and spice, and chocolate twice, in this roundup of free-spirited holiday drinks in Honolulu.

F45 Fitness We Tried It Review Honolulu Workout Gym Katrina Stacey

Open For Fitness: F45 Training Kāhala

We try the latest workout phenomenon to hit Honolulu.

Mom Made Market—2.0. No Potpourri or Needlepoint Here

Photo: Courtesy of The Mom Made Market The Mom Made Market’s holiday pop-up is this weekend at Aloha Tower Pier 11 Terminal, featuring successful companies owned by smart, savvy mothers. How do they balance work and family life? What advice…

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These Highly Spirited Tours Will Scare the Pants, Socks and Everything Else Off of You

Listening to a ghost story takes some guts, but it takes a real brave soul to explore the most hair-raising, haunted places on O‘ahu. You down?

10 Shamazing Reasons to Check Out The New Ulta Beauty in Kailua

It’s 10,000 square feet of beauty products and services, a brow bar, skin bar and salon. Why are you still sitting at home?

Catching Up: Ginger13 Celebrates Fifth Anniversary at Downtown Shop

14 years later, this local jewelry designer is still one to watch.

Fashion Feature

7 Rustic-Meets-Romantic Looks for Fall

The west is calling this fall with rustic-meets-romantic spins on prairie florals, cowgirl fringe and rugged outerwear, even equestrian accessories, all gussied up with the season’s rich textures and romantic jewel hues.

Inside HONOLULU: A Behind-the-Scenes Look at our Fall Fashion Shoot

Runway to ranch.

Two Honolulu Fashion Designers Talk Feminism and Fashion

Local women are strong and have no problem owning the F-word (feminist, of course). A few of Honolulu’s fashion designers are giving gals an opportunity to bear their beliefs in a trendy way. We find out what, and who, motivates them.

Best of Honolulu 2018

Discover all the 2018 Best of Honolulu winners—both editorial and reader picks.

Best of Honolulu 2018: Family

The 5 editorial and reader picks for the best for you and your ʻohana.

Best of Honolulu 2018: Home

These editorial and reader picks will make your home picture perfect.

Best of Honolulu 2018: Food

26 editorial and reader picks for the tastiest food in town.

Best of Honolulu 2018: Services

The 9 editorial and reader picks for the places in Honolulu that make our lives just a bit easier.

Feature

Best of Honolulu 2018: Fitness and Outdoor

The 6 editorial and reader picks for the best ways to get out and active.

Best of Honolulu 2018: Shopping

The 14 editorial picks for the chic-est shopping in the city.

A New Collab Summer Pant Is Not Short on Style

Jana Lam and Matt Bruening have done the leg work to create this season's wardrobe staple. Here are the deets.

Natural Competitors: Down to Earth vs. Whole Foods

Hawai‘i’s two biggest natural-food grocery stores are almost neighbors in Kaka‘ako.

The Brighter Picture: Spice Up Your Space with These 6 Local Pieces

Do you have a wall of shame? Poker playing dogs still hanging around? Then this roundup of charming, vibrant artwork will definitely be a huge home improvement.

Coming Soon

Chick-Fil-A is Coming to Hawai‘i and This Parent is Excited

The eatery known for its chicken and humorous cow commercials will open its first Hawai‘i location as a franchise.

Brighten Your Wardrobe with Pantone-Inspired Looks from Local Designers

Cherry Tomato. Chili Oil. Lime Punch. Whole Foods receipt? Or Pantone’s summer palette? If you guessed the latter, you’re correct.

Bitchin’ Shades: 6 Sunglasses That Are So Fetch

The dog days of summer are upon us, so we rounded up stylish locally designed (human) sunnies to help you protect your peepers. And yes, they’re on pooches. Why? ’Cause these wags have serious swag.

Mu‘umu‘u Month! It’s a Thing Now

New mom, therapist and now mu‘umu‘u maven, Christy Werner is leading a movement that spreads aloha in a fun, vibrant way.

Here’s a Look Inside the Biggest Whole Foods Market Store in Hawai‘i

We have three words for you. Mac'n'cheese bar. Mic dropped—because we left to go get some.

Now Open: Take a Look Inside the New Down to Earth in Kaka‘ako

More local produce. More baked goods. More hot bar choices. More to love (and scarf down) at the locally owned health food giant’s new location.

Here’s How You Can Decorate Your Kids’ Bedroom With the Season’s Coolest Colors

Here’s the latest scoop: This season, ice cream pastels are the cool hues for kids bedroom décor. Deck out your keiki’s nest in cotton candy, pistachio, honey lavender and lemon custard.

Women's Fashion

New Pop-Up at Ala Moana Hotel Features Four of Our Favorite Local Designers

The perfect cure for rainy days? Shopping. And, we’ve got a doozy of a spot that carries exclusive pieces from Allison Izu, Ten Tomorrow and Misha Lam, plus, a full collection of Jana Lam accessories that brighten anyone’s day.

Well + Proper Makes You Want to Drink (and Eat) All Your Veggies

Smoothies, shrooms and swings. We explain it all.

The New Local Accessory That’ll Be Hanging Around for a Long Time

Here’s an earful on why MA.GA.NDA is becoming a superfly lobe rider.

Meet the Inspiring Woman Behind the Dishes That Whisk You Away at Fête

Any way you slice it, chef Robynne Mai‘i is talented, creative and beautiful (we have the pictures to prove it). Here, she dishes about the amazing ladies who have influenced her life, her favorite food to make and eat, and her go-to Zippy’s order that she goes bananas for.

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