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Shopping & Style
Spring Fashion Feature: Local Multicultural Model Amber Abara Is the Face of #StopAsianHate
Being on a billboard in New York’s Times Square is a huge honor, but being on a billboard in Times Square representing a movement close to your heart and home was beyond incredible for newbie model Amber Abara.
Spring Fashion Feature: After Years of Modeling Shaholly Ayers Steps Into A New Role Advocating For Amputees
Shaholly Ayers and other models with disabilities are redefining our notions of beauty, and opening doors for different body types in a cutthroat industry.
Spring Fashion Feature: Proud Hawaiian Model Mahina Florence Inspires Murals
Not willing to change her identity to be part of the industry, Mahina Florence is at the height of her career because of her flawless Hawaiian complexion, strong athletic build, and friendly aloha spirit.
Spring Fashion Feature: Model and Tennis Coach Jared Carstenn’s Distinguished Look
Age is nothing but a number right now in modeling, and mature gents like Jared Carstenn are hot commodities.
Meet HONOLULU Magazine’s April 2022 Cover Artist, Margaret Rice
We spoke with the talented illustrator about her process.
Spring Fashion Feature: Meet Curvy Catwalk Model Kiani Souza from Kaua‘i
Kiani Souza is a midsize model who fits in perfectly on runways and in fashion campaigns thanks to her curves and fierce angles.
5 Things from Local Boutiques and Designers on Our Style Radar for February
Check out the fresh finds on our shopping list for February 2022.
Fall’s Must-Have Skirts Are Denim Midis That, Quite Frankly, Are The Bee’s Knees
Pack those minis away—it’s mid season.
HONOLULU Magazine 2021 Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Gifts Under 50 Dollars
Do you see what I see? Easy-on-the-wallet gifts.
HONOLULU Magazine 2021 Holiday Gift Guide: The Best Gifts for the Home from Local Boutiques
Baby, it’s cold outside, so give these warm and cozy gifts to your favorite homies.
HONOLULU Magazine 2021 Holiday Gift Guide: The Perfect Presents for All Day Workers and All Night Players
For those who sleigh all day and get into the spirit(s) at night.
HONOLULU Magazine 2021 Holiday Gift Guide: Designed and Made in Hawai‘i for Stylish Friends and Family Who Shop Local
Ho ho hooo, das some good kine gifts.
Here Are 3 New Women-Run Shops in Honolulu Worth Checking Out
Aloha Collection bags a sweet spot in Waikīkī, Plantoem plants roots in Kaimukī and Kealopiko mixes comfort and style at a new location on Monsarrat Avenue.
A New Lifestyle Shop at Ward Opens Our Minds (and Wallets) to Unique Goods
Island boy meets world.
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.
2021 HONOLULU’s Best Shops Winners
We asked, you voted. Here are this year’s winners of HONOLULU Magazine’s shopping awards, chosen in 36 categories.
Shop and Support Countless Acts of Kindness and Generosity Have Sparked Hope and Love in 2021
Let’s keep that feel-good vibe rolling through the holiday season with five fashion businesses that make it easy for us to give back.
Best of Honolulu 2021: The Best Shopping on O‘ahu
We asked our readers and searched the island for the best of everything—from locally designed house dresses and locally made hand sanitizers, gifts to art, jewelry to native plants—all so you can live better in Honolulu.
Fashion Feature: Elevate Your Fall Ensembles with Eye-Catching Textures
Embellished knits, intricate crochets and feel-good wools. All the fall feels.
