32 Fabulous Mother’s Day Gifts from Hawai‘i Shops and Designers
May 14 is Mother’s Day! Treat the mommas in your life like the goddesses they are with stylish finds from local designers, artists and boutiques.
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Gorgeous Mu‘umu‘u Worn at Mu‘u at the Museum 2023
Decked out in stunning new and vintage mu‘u and holokū from iconic Hawai‘i designers, guests celebrated Mu‘umu‘u Month at Queen Emma Summer Palace.
Sunny Up Your Outfits with Lola Pilar's New Tropical Hats and Totes
Plus, a gorgeous new collection of photo prints from designer-photographer Kristen Reyno.
First Look: Take a Peek Inside Kailua’s Dreamy New Gillia Boutique
Now you can shop Hawai‘i designer Saori Santos’ gorgeous summer-ready fashions in person.
Do the Bright Thing: Rainbow Bright Bags Are Trending Right Now
We could all use more color in our lives, especially in our closets.
Up Next: Keep An Eye Out For These Wahine-Owned Lines On The Rise
Three wonder wāhine we adore for their standout styles, bright ideas and support of one another.
The Big Bag Theory: Tiny Totes Are Out Because This Season Bigger is Better
We’re talking monster-size ones that can fit everything and the kitchen sink.
Hawai‘i Brand Mohala Eyewear Creates New Sunglasses For Asian Women
We’re not trying to throw shade at other companies, but for us Asians, finding sunglasses that fit has been waaaaay difficult—until now.
Free People Tapped Aloha Collection To Create These Sporty-Chic Beach Bags
Cool enough to take you from the sand to the street with ease.
10 Tropical-Chic Finds You Need from Lauren Roth’s New Kailua Boutique
The painter-illustrator opens a charming color-filled storefront on Hekili Street.
Get a Look at Valia Honolulu’s Chic New Bethel Street Shop
The local boutique joins up with the rest of your Downtown favorites.
Catching Up: Ginger13 Celebrates Fifth Anniversary at Downtown Shop
14 years later, this local jewelry designer is still one to watch.
Imi Jewelry’s Island Pride Collection Brings Us Back to Our Roots
This minimalist summer collection is perfect for your work-all-week then beach-all-weekend lifestyle.
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.
Salty Western’s Latest Handbag Collection Is a Bohemian Dream Come True
Wild-at-heart fashion fans, rejoice.
This New Local Sunglasses Line Grants Girls a Bright Future
Ashley Mariko Johnson is brilliant. She created a supah stylish accessory line—we refer to it as specs-n-affect—that shines a spotlight on women and education.
Meet the Local Designer Behind Spring’s Must-Have Statement Earring
There’s no single jewelry piece more impactful than an attention-demanding earring, and Indian Giver designer Margaret Steinmeier’s bold tasseled stunners are turning heads.
The One Bag Style Your Closet Needs, Just in Time for Spring
Fresh silhouettes and fun, unexpected details make the updated straw bag the season’s most sought after accessory.
Meet the Shopkeepers: We Are Iconic
Shie and Nate Clark on must-have brands, reaching icon status and their shop’s move to a gorgeous new space in Ward.
16 Sweet Stocking Stuffers for Less Than $25
Christmas is only five days away, what the fudge?! Put down the spiced eggnog and get shoppin’. Here are some of the best pint-size buys from local designers and boutiques that are elfin’ fabulous.
Stylish Gifts for Your Favorite Fellas
Still stuck on what to get the merry gentlemen on your list? From Island-style threads and cool bar gear to cheeky accessories, we hit up our favorite neighborhood shops for present-perfect finds they’re sure to love.
15 Bright and Cheery Gift Ideas Under $50 from Honolulu Boutiques
Stuff so cute you’ll want to keep it all for yourself.
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