Five o’clock stubble on Bradley Cooper: Sexy. Five o’clock stubble above your stilettos: Not so much. Looks like those razors, creams and waxes aren’t really smoothing things over. But with laser hair removal, you'll never have to worry about embarrassing…
We’ve all done it—tried to contact the other side through a Ouija board, gazed into a crystal ball searching for the future, asked the magic 8-ball for advice, read horoscopes. When you were a kid, there was just something absolutely…
Watch Midnight in Paris What: Live streaming of Paris Fashion Week's Fall/Winter 2014 Collections on the runway will make you forget that springtime is just around the corner (but if you need a reminder, see the Spring/Summer 2014 Collections here).…
For all the reasons we’re #luckywelivehonolulu, being ahead of the fashion curve is not one of them. Don’t get us wrong, Honolulu has some great designers and world-class events, but when it comes to Mainland trends, we’re pretty slow to…
You used to love showing off your tongue-twister talent, but you've outgrown Peter Piper and his puzzling pickled peppers. Now you’re a Padma & Pickles girl all the way, no matter how you say it. The local jewelry line, made…
Goodnight room, goodnight moon, goodnight cow jumping over the moon ... ... goodnight laptop, goodnight TV, goodnight face cream, goodnight phone ... So it’s time for bed, you’ve brushed your teeth and snuggled up under the covers, and yet, your…
Recycle bin for newspaper? Check! Recycle bin for aluminum cans? Check! Recycle bin for clothing? Umm ... Don’t worry—local apparel company glyf is on it. According to one core team member, Skye (no last names here—the trio of Skye, Shawna…
The weekend's best events, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide to shopping, fashion, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Jewelry designer Sheri Kira would have made Michael Jackson proud. Her new line, dubbed the Rebel Collection, screams, "I’m bad." And it makes bad look good with strong statement pieces, chunky rings and chain-link bracelets. Kira, a 30-year-old Mililani native,…
It happened again. Your significant other waited until the last minute to get you a Valentine’s Day gift. So while your Instagram feed was getting flooded with pics of elaborate floral arrangements, chocolate-covered strawberries and heart-shaped cookies, you were being…
You know you're onto something when a network sitcom dedicates an entire episode to buying and selling your product on the black market. And no, we're not talking about drugs, although based on the (still!) insanely long lines, one might…
It seems like everyone has the flu right now, but you? You're not catching germs, you're catching everyone's eye with the latest addition to your closet: Illest's collection of down-to-earth skater-style graphic tees, tanks and accessories. The new Hawaii store…
Support If You Build It, They Will Come What: Help create a new public, indoor gathering space in Kakaako for all your studying, creating, working and thinking needs. Renowned architectural firm Atelier Bow-Wow will design the project, called Kakaako Agora.…
Cute, handmade greeting cards by Mistprint, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide to shopping, fashion, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Some like to go out with a bang (I mean, did you see Alex Bilodeau's freestyle mogul run in the Sochi Olympics?). But this month’s Night Market comes back, after two months of beauty rest, with a POW! Right now,…
You've done all you can. Leave your iPad on that gorgeous J.Crew statement necklace. Casually point out that your favorite Coach bag is on its death bed. Mention how much better your feet would feel in a new pair of…
Alternative Valentine's Day date ideas including rock climbing, glamping and even Krav Maga, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide to shopping, fashion, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
The Beatles have given you some great advice: Let it be. Tomorrow never knows. Think for yourself. All you need is love. But try telling that to your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day and chances are you’ll be hitting the long…
Eat What a Teas What: Moana Surfrider executive chef Ryan Loo just revamped The Veranda's entire afternoon tea menu to include unique scrumptious bites like a goat cheese gougere, or savory pastry puff, filled with prosciutto, red onion and arugula,…
A look at Rumi Murakami's spring collection of tailored, work-appropriate pieces to debut at The Cut Collective, as seen on Lei Chic, your go-to guide to shopping, fashion, beauty and lifestyle in Honolulu, Hawaii.
Ten Tomorrow (from left): Jacqueline jumpsuit (custom body chain not included), $146, Elizabeth gold brocade skirt, $124, and jacket, special order only. Photos: Tommy Shih (left) and Dallas Nagata-White (right). There are some things you're just not cut out for.…
