9 Unique Local Treats and Gifts to Thank Our Teachers
Support local and show appreciation for our school teachers with these sweet surprises during Teacher Appreciation Week, May 8–12.
Local Brands & Boutiques
Three Native Hawaiian Brands We Love
These local businesses are helping to perpetuate Native Hawaiian culture while drumming up excitement with their ingenuity and authenticity.
Editors’ Picks: Our Favorite O‘ahu Hotels for Staycations
Feel like escaping, but don’t want to wander too far? Just in time for spring break, the HONOLULU team spills its favorite O’ahu staycation spots.
Is the New Wayfinder Waikīkī Hotel Your Next Staycation Spot?
We're loving its retro tropical aesthetic, charming cafe-bar and dreamy saltwater pool just minutes from the beach.
5 Springtime Reads to Honor Nature and Poetry
Celebrate Earth Day, National Poetry Month and Native Hawaiian Plant Month this April with these handpicked titles from the team at da Shop in Kaimukī.
Local Alohawear Brand Flourishes With a Nod From New York Times
Self-taught fashion designer David Shepard’s line of aloha shirts and womenswear are inspired by native Hawaiian flora and fauna.
Local Brand Laulima's Designs Feature Lovely Native Flora and Fauna
Helmed by a conservation biologist, the Hilo label’s nature-inspired fashions and home goods are a call to protect endangered native species.
Earth-Friendly, Fashionable Hawai‘i Brands
Two local companies helmed by women prove that style and sustainability fit perfectly together.
28 Irresistibly Cute Girls’ Day Gifts for Women and Keiki
Celebrate the Japanese holiday with these fun Girls' Day finds, all for $35 or less.
Mahina Made–A Local Lifestyle Brand Rooted in Hawaiian Culture
Taking inspiration from her family’s puakenikeni tree, Kailee Freitas turned the fragrant lei flower into a breakout fashion trend.
Kaua‘i’s Coolest and Chicest Shop Here—And So Do We
Located in quaint Kapa‘a, Shipwrecked Kaua‘i is a boutique brimming with coastal-casual fashions, home décor and lifestyle goodies.
We're Obsessed with Momi Vintage's Checkerboard Cutting Board
The Maui label merges the checkered and curvy home décor trends in one ultra-chic cutting board style.
Cool Sustainable Finds at Kim and Jack Johnson’s Kōkua General Store
Once a pop-up shop, this beachy Hale‘iwa eco-boutique is now open full time and brimming with stylish, environmentally friendly goods.
Exciting Mu‘umu‘u Month Events Happening in Honolulu
From shopping pop-ups and a vintage fashion show to a mu‘umu‘u repair class, get in on the fun celebrations and activities still to come this January.
Get Fit in the New Year with These Stylish Hawai‘i Activewear Brands
New year, new fire workout apparel.
Carissa Moore’s Cool New Home Décor Collab is All About Aloha
The surfing champ tells us about her collaboration with CocoNene and artist Frankie Frank on a stylin', limited-edition collection for a good cause.
First Look: Pop-Up Mākeke’s New In-Person Holiday Store
Shop food, fashion, home décor, books, keiki finds and more from 150-plus Hawai‘i brands.
Festive Holiday Cards and Gift Wrap from Wrappily, Lauren Roth, Hontas Higa and More
Send season’s greetings and deck out your gifts the Hawai‘i way with cheery island-inspired designs.
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.
Holiday Gift Guide: Gear Up, Dudes
For the hiking, surfing and camping fellas—and ladies!—who appreciate starry nights and days outdoors.
Holiday Gift Guide: Hale Jolly Christmas
Cheers to the hosts who make our spirits and kitchens bright.
Holiday Gift Guide: Oh, Coconut Tree!
Have yourself a tropical little Christmas with island motifs and cheery, punchy hues.
Allison Izu-Song on Calmness, Confidence and Her New Crop Tops
We caught up with the veteran designer and learned more about her optimistic outlook, her fresh new space and how to rock tiny tops in a grown-up way.
