Dry and Mighty
You're all for getting wet 'n wild, but as for your expensive electronics, not so much. Getting your gadgets anywhere near water used to be a big H2No. But with these cool waterproof accessories, you'll stay high and dry. Swim…
Lei Chic - May 2009
Weekend Picks - May 28, 2009
Lei Chic’s guide to the weekend’s best events.Swap Til You DropWhat: Exchange your old clothes for new-to-you threads and bop to tunes from DJ Cape Cod. Bring your new or gently used clothing, and when the siren sounds you must…
Biting Commentary
Dinner time. And that means one thing. Decisions. Do you want to try that okazuya in your neighborhood – the one you always drive by but have never been in? Or do you want to try takeout from that…
You've Got Sail
You forgave your boyfriend for forgetting your birthday. You bought a refurbished phone instead of a shiny new one. You’re even giving jellies another try. Yes, you believe in second chances. So does Kristine Hoffman, the Maui surfer who…
Pint Of No Return
The three-day weekend is approaching, and you’re already brewing up plans to get your buzz on. Here’s a few beer-rific ideas to get you through the weekend, or at least ‘til the keg runs dry. Hit the Bottle You may…
Weekend Picks - May 21, 2009
Lei Chic’s guide to the weekend’s best events.Get INTO A DealWhat: Chinatown's INTO boutique is closing its doors, and their entire inventory of cute and kitschy one-of-a-kind finds, jewelry, bags and home accessories is all marked down 30 percent.When: Now…
IT Girl
That sleeveless top and pencil skirt you’re wearing today? Sure it works together, technically. But you get no points for style. For that, turn to Deena White, the Honolulu girl who just debuted her new Umee clothing line this…
Ready For This Jelly?
Your cute new capri pants look twice as good with your sky high peep-toe wedges. And your super comfy maxi dress can go glam with your python T-strap Jimmy Choos. But your achy arches beg for rubbah slippahs after a…
All The Write Moves
Your sister's method of showing appreciation is texting Thank U 4 dinner. It was GR8. Luv U! Your boyfriend opts for flirty Facebook posts instead of romantic love letters. And that birthday e-card of the dancing monkey your mom sent…
Crave Rider
The south shore is going off this weekend, and there’s gonna be some huge action in town. The news that’s making waves? Storto’s, the Hale‘iwa post-surf-session sandwich shop, is opening its second location in Kaimuki today. A North…
Weekend Picks - May 14, 2009
Lei Chic’s guide to the weekend’s best events.Burger KingsWhat: Create and name your own special burger at Burgers On The Edge, and get entered for a chance to win $200 plus free burgers for a year. The Burger Genius contest…
It Suits You
Supermodels. Wince-worthy waxes. And super-skimpy bikinis. Brazilian trends sure have made swimsuit season more painful. Which is why neighboring Peru gets the real thanks. That’s where North Shore swimwear designer Diana Delgado hails from, and her new line of bikinis…
Body and Sola
Your fashionable outfits put on a good front. But what lies beneath is a list of problems. Your boyshorts always bunch up. Your bikinis are too teeny. And your g-strings get wedged up where no fabric should be. Enter Sola2…
The Royal Treatment
Once upon a time, there was a little princess who asked her mommy, the Queen, for a magical birthday party. The Queen wanted to grant her daughter's wish, of course, but she was no Fairy Godmother. Between keeping the castle…
Weekend Picks - May 7, 2009
Lei Chic's guide to the weekend's best events.Home Stretch What: Local pro surfer Rochelle Ballard releases her yoga DVD, “Surf Into Yoga,” and celebrates at two weekend parties. Saturday, head to Bar 35 to check out yoga dancers with a…
Haute Dogs
With the dog days of summer fast approaching, it’s time to bone up on the latest and greatest treats, products and services for your four-legged BFF (Best Friend Fur-ever). Tiny Bubbles If your poi dog is looking more mongrel than…
Heading to Margaritaville
Last year, Cinco de Mayo was a huge party, and Seis de Mayo was total hell. It's not just the tequila in margaritas that causes hangovers - the flavored liqueurs and sweet-and-sour mixes have tons of sugar and calories, adding…
Sponsored Edition: Mom's The Word
Mom always told you to be prepared. So you've already planned exactly how you'll treat her to a special day this Sunday. No? You aren't ready for Mother's Day? Try one of these great gift ideas. Cake Walk…
Knotty But Nice
8 a.m.: Freezing in your cube thanks to over-cranked air-conditioning 9 a.m.: Briefly consider actually buying (and possibly wearing) a Snuggie. 7 p.m.: Dig through drawers and closets for a cute cardigan – anything – to take in case the…
In Full Bloom
Your favorite color? Baby pink. Your favorite outfit? Ruffled sundress and ballet flats. In your makeup bag? Sparkly lip gloss. Cosmo quizzes never lie. You always have been and always will be a Girly Girl who loves to dress…
