Amazing Valentine's Day Gift Ideas From Local Businesses and Designers
Your Valentine's Day ideas list—featuring fun, stylish and sweet gift ideas for everyone—plus some fun activities for couples, singles and gal pals.
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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.
We Tried It: “The Home Edit” Kitchen Makeover (Budget: $100)
Inspired by Netflix’s hottest home organizing show, we cleaned, curated and classified my kitchen—all within a $100-ish budget.
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.
5 Must-Read Local Books to Dive Into
Kick off the new year with these recommendations from our friends at da Shop: Books + Curiosities.
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.
Get Fit in the New Year with These Stylish Hawai‘i Activewear Brands
New year, new fire workout apparel.
Here’s Where You Can Get a Lucky Fukubukuro Bag on O‘ahu
Retailers will be selling the grab bags for at least half the cost of the merchandise inside.
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.
What Honolulu Services, Malls and Stores are Open or Closed for Christmas
Your winter guide to which Honolulu City and County services and retail stores will be available Christmas weekend 2022.
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.
Holiday Gift Guide 2022: 5 Picks from da Shop
Our friends at da Shop: Books + Curiosities present a selection of gift ideas beyond just books from their Kaimukī storefront.
Shop Local: Our Ultimate 2022 Holiday Gift Guide
Here are options to get fabulous gifts from Hawai‘i Designers and Boutiques.
Your Guide to the Perfect Weekend in Honolulu: Dec. 1–7
Take in the Honolulu City Lights, shop an eco-friendly holiday market and listen to Yo-Yo Ma under the stars.
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: All the Small Things
These petite presents have big personalities, style and charm—just like Santa.
Hawai‘i Finally Has a Maison Margiela Store
The luxury brand has opened a sleek 1,300-square-foot space at Ala Moana Center.
Your Ultimate Guide to the Made in Hawai‘i Festival with 400 Local Vendors
Get a jump-start on your holiday shopping at the annual Honolulu event, now at Ala Moana Center, featuring a wonderland of clothes, jewelry, accessories and food.
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.
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