Love At Dawn Gives Second Life to Vintage Aloha Shirts and Mu‘umu‘u
Designer Angela Matsuo’s sustainable spin on alohawear reimagines classic Hawai‘i fashions in fresh, unexpected ways.
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Native Hawaiian Brand Lexbreezy Hawai‘i Opens a Dreamy Boutique in Ala Moana Center
Alexis Akiona’s first Honolulu location is a tropical wonderland brimming with Ala Moana-exclusive designs.
20 Awesome Father’s Day Gifts From Hawai‘i Shops and Designers
Father’s Day is on June 18. Tip your dad cap to the father figures in your life with cool and handsome finds from O‘ahu boutiques.
13 Must-Have Items From the New Apt by HomeWorld Furniture Store
Honolulu’s newest furniture store is brimming with a ton of affordable, small-space styles.
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.
Take A Peek Inside Aussie Label Zimmermann’s First Hawai‘i Boutique
The chic new Honolulu store is chock-full of gorgeous spring fashions, sun-ready swimwear and tropical Hawai‘i exclusives.
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.
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.
5 Notable Women Writers and Changemakers
March is Women‘s History Month. We rounded up some intriguing books by and about women from Hawai‘i.
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.
Discover Up-and-Coming Native Hawaiian Brands at Nā Mea Hawai‘i
Owner-curator Maile Meyer hand-picks every item and here, she shares her latest finds with us.
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.
Meet Skull-Face, Honolulu’s Newest Indie Bookstore
We explored the shop’s deep, dark, nerdy and weird books and music. And now, we’re obsessed.
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.
All Things Filipinx: 5 Great Reads for February
Explore and celebrate Hawai‘i’s vibrant Filipinx community with these five titles.
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.
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.
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.
Get Fit in the New Year with These Stylish Hawai‘i Activewear Brands
New year, new fire workout apparel.
