Get Reel
It's Saturday night and you're off on your weekly fishing expedition – down into the depths of your jewelry box, that is. Sure you love the seafloor's worth of pearly shelled pieces you've reeled in over the years, but when…
Lei Chic - August 2010
Shutter Smug
It took you all afternoon, but your online dating profile is almost complete. You checked off the boxes for those that need not apply (we’re looking at you Mr. Emotionally Unavailable) and supplied enough info about your life to make…
Take It Outside
Blue skies. Fresh, clean air. Deliciously balmy breezes. Ahh, another gorgeous day in paradise. And where are you? Stuck in a windowless dungeon of an office slaving away on expense reports. As soon as you break free of your shackles,…
Weekend Picks - August 26, 2010
Lei Chic's guide to the weekend's best events. Star Quality What: Wanna be a TV star? Hit up the Hawaii Five-O open casting call. The CBS show is looking for U.S. citizens ages 18 and over of all types and…
Vintage Point
You've always been a bit envious of thrifty girls. You know, the ones that somehow transform the most off-beat consignment store finds into drool-worthy outfits. And while you'd love to rock a little vintage yourself, your attempts always seem to…
Mat Trick
When it comes to yoga you’re kind of a poser. Sure you own the mat and the pants (mostly because they make your butt look a-ma-zing), but when it comes to actually making it to class, the only stretching you’ve…
Sheer Genius
Moto jackets. Zipper-flanked cargos. Stud and chain-adorned everything. With fall right around the corner, your wardrobe is starting to take a turn for the tough. Give sweet one last shot with a few pieces from local designer Reva…
Weekend Picks - August 19, 2010
Lei Chic's guide to the weekend's best events. From the HIFF What: Love film? Love mingling? Love prizes? Get it all and more at the Second Annual I Heart HIFF Member Mixer and Open House. Check out film trailers, get…
Island Bopping
Admission Day is just a few days away, which means it's time to celebrate our status as the 50th (and hands-down coolest) state. To help you get in a Hawai‘i state of mind, we compiled a fun Islands-inspired playlist, jam-packed…
Pair for the Course
Incriminating Facebook photos. Lamentable texts to your ex. That YouTube video of you on the dance floor screaming “teach me how to Dougie!” In your recent memory (err, somewhat fuzzy memory) liquor usually pairs best with regret. Until now. Starting…
As Hood As It Gets
You know you’re lucky you live Hawai‘i. And with Statehood Day fast approaching, you’d really like to rock a little something that shows your affection for the good old 808. But so far, your choices are looking pretty lame… …
The Thigh's the Limit
You: Wow, when did cottage cheese take up residence in my thighs? I really need to start exercising again. Thighs: Wait, we thought you and the gym were splitsville? You know, after that time you couldn’t figure out how to…
Weekend Picks - August 12, 2010
Lei Chic's guide to the weekend's best events.Drink for the FishWhat: For a rare, one-night-only gathering, Honolulu’s super-star mixologists are teaming up for Re-VeeV the Gulf, a fundraiser featuring VeeV acai vodka cocktails. With thirtyninehotel's Christian Self, TOWN's Dave Power,…
Shakra Value
You made it to an entire month’s worth of yoga classes. You zoomed into zumba enough to actually be able to keep up with the instructor. You even struggled through a handful of booty-camp classes. You totally deserve a…
Sponsored Edition: Reel Time
VIP treatment. Invites to blockbuster movie premieres. Sweet celebrity discounts at your favorite boutiques. You’d love to live the movie star life, even just for a day. Well, here’s your big chance – This Saturday, August 14, from 12:30…
Days of Our Knives
Bedwetting, gym class, and side ponytails: all things you're glad you've firmly left in your former years. But every now and then you can't help but feel nostalgic for a few choice things from your past, like your favorite childhood…
Pop Stars
David Beckham. Her own ultra-stylish clothing line. David Beckham. A ton of chart-topping singles. Err, did we mention David Beckham? Sure Sporty Spice had the killer abs and an enviable track pant collection, but Victoria proved that a little Posh goes…
Project Gunn's Way
"This is looking a little The Matrix meets Chiquita Banana meets angry T-rex – this concerns me." You nod in agreement at the TV while stuffing your face with pretzels. That Tim Gunn is always so spot on, you think.…
Weekend Picks - August 5, 2010
Lei Chic's guide to the weekend's best events. Cheap Thrills What: This First Friday, hit up the season-end blowout sale at Roberta Oaks Hawaii. Scoop up deals from a $40 rack, an $80 rack and get 20 percent off…
Say Yes to the Dress
Something old: Every last dress in your closet (in your case they’re more like ancient). Something new: This summer’s wedding season and the stack of cheery little event invites mocking you from your desk top. Something borrowed: Your outfits, if you…
Feeding Frenzy
The hungry female is a ruthless hunter. Perusing the waters to find her prey, she will not rest until she finds her victim, err, sandwich. Smelling the freshly baked breads, the savory deli meats, and the abundance of freshly chopped…
Tressed Out
Lately, returning to the salon depends less on how grown out your roots are, and more on whether your hair can stand any more chemicals. Forget ravishing; mostly your hair just looks ravaged. The flat-irony of the whole thing is…
