Dreamy Blooms at the Petal Mettle Flower Farm in Waialua
Petal Mettle farmer-artist Laarni Gedo finds strength in the delicacy of flowers.
Brie Thalmann
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June Finds: What’s In This Summer
A new poolside hangout, Island-inspired cakes, seashell sculptures and Hawaiian swimwear to rock in the sun.
Better Together: A New Artist Space for Weird Friends
Formerly known as Lana Lane Studios, the artist collective Weird Friends has made a new home in Kaka‘ako.
Rocket Ahuna Designs New Collection With Waikīkī as His Launch Pad
Rocket Ahuna’s Waikīkī residency inspires a stellar new collection with nods to the neighborhood’s evolution.
O‘ahu Shopping Guide: 6 Great Ways to Spend the Day at Ka Makana Ali‘i in Kapolei
Families love Kapolei. Foodies love Kapolei. But, will two (townie) fashion editors feel the same? Only a 45-minute drive will tell.
O‘ahu Shopping Guide: 4 Reasons Waikīkī Is the Local Shopper’s Paradise
Tips from our style editors for navigating the Waikīkī shopping scene.
O‘ahu Shopping Guide: The Best Boutiques in Chinatown and Downtown Honolulu
HONOLULU Magazine’s style editors spill on where to go and what to buy to shop like a local.
Get a Sneak Peek at Aloha Revolution’s New Kaimukī Store
Ed Sugimoto’s newest VH07V shop has its grand opening this weekend, and we’ve got all the deets.
O‘ahu Shopping Guide: The Best Boutiques in Kaimukī
HONOLULU Magazine’s style editors spill on where to go and what to buy to shop like a local in Kaimukī.
Beautiful Winning Lei From the Lei Day Celebration Contest 2024
Hawai‘i’s talented lei makers showed out this May Day with dazzling submissions to the annual lei contest.
1,000 Flowers Become Grand Strands
In celebration of Lei Day, admire this impressive piece of lei art by floral designer Kim Scott for Aloha de Mele.
Architect Aaron Ackerman Builds a World-Class Sustainable House
Aaron Ackerman is reaching new heights of sustainable living with his Pālolo home Haleola‘ili‘āinapono.
Carissa Moore Shares Her Inspiring Story in a New Book
Carissa Moore’s newly released book is a love letter to the Islands told through the lens of surfing.
Our 5 Favorite Hawai‘i Shops for Eco-Friendly and Zero-Waste Products
From Kaimukī to Kailua, these are the best spots for scoring sustainable lifestyle, personal care and household items.
April Finds: What’s New and What’s In
From hand-built ceramic lei vases to sewing classes taught by fashion designer Kini Zamora, this month’s style picks are giving spring feels.
The New Island-Boy Boutique Is a Hidden Artsy Oasis in Kaimukī
Island-Boy has moved to a spacious new storefront in Kaimukī showcasing home items, clothing, accessories and more.
Historical Threads Live on at Old Queen Street Stadium
At Old Queen Street Stadium, find pieces of Hawai‘i history in the form of vintage clothing and high school memorabilia.
One Paddle, Two Paddle, All Locally Designed Pickleball Paddles
Score major style points with local pickleball gear.
Screen Time: Renovation Aloha, Home in Hawai‘i and The Cabin Chronicles
Hawai‘i homes and their talented designers shine on three national TV shows.
Stunning Mu‘umu‘u Worn at the 2024 Mu‘u at the Museum
Guests showed off vintage and Eastern-influenced mu‘umu‘u in honor of Queen Emma’s 188th birthday.
We Tried It: Love Me Knots’ Piercing Party
Get pierced by a professional piercer and shop for jewelry at the label’s lovely Kaimukī showroom.
Are These the Most Beautiful Restaurants in Honolulu?
Beauty is timeless, taste is not. A year after this post was originally published, our style and dining editors can’t get enough of these gorgeous interiors.
We Tried It: Studio Norae’s Wheel Pottery Class
Create beautiful ceramics at artist Lauren Shin’s peaceful Kāne‘ohe studio.
Pitacus Chop Art Wows With Upcycled Vintage and Boro Looks
Designer Lisa Weimken transforms vintage fabrics from around the globe into fresh, one-of-a-kind fashions.
Aloha Got Soul’s Vinyl Reissues Celebrate Old-School Hawai‘i Jams
Offering fresh spins on Island classics, the local record label’s recent Kalapana and Brother Noland reissues have been garnering major buzz.
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.
Two New Bookstores Open in Hawai‘i Kai and Mililani
BookHouse and Poindexter’s Books pair fantastic reads with fun in-store events, sunny reading spots and even a snack bar loaded with saimin and ice cream.
Celebrate Hawaiian Culture and Dresses at the Mu‘umu‘u Library
The Mu‘umu‘u Library opens with hundreds of styles ready to be borrowed.
Bloom Bloom, Pow! These Flower-Blocked Lei Pack a Punch
Stamen + Style creates bold new looks for lei by mixing and matching different blocks of blooms.
Hie Heirlooms of Hawai‘i Shares a Fresh Take on Hawaiian Bracelets
Friends Meleana Estes and Noël Shaw bring back luster to the Hawaiian bracelet tradition with Hie, their new fine jewelry brand.
Editors’ Picks: Holiday Gift Guide 2023
A book of lei, a mini pottery wheel, island-inspired swaddle blankets and locally made chili oil—here’s what’s on our editors’ gift lists.
Sneak Peek: Fighting Eel Opens a New Boutique in Kapolei
We’ve got the scoop on six new releases you’ll want to shop first at the West O‘ahu location.
Score Awesome Goods From 11 Hawai‘i Brands in the Help Maui Rise Box
Created to support Maui families affected by the wildfires, it’s jam-packed with fantastic items from top local fashion, home and beauty companies.
Our Top 5 Buys From the Yireh x Mahina Made Pop-Up Shop
Shop bestsellers, special new releases and in-store exclusives from both local brands at their holiday pop-up shop in Kaka‘ako.
Kāko‘o Maui: Shop Cool Art Prints Curated by World Wide Walls and Aloha de Mele
Artists around the globe join forces to bring attention and funds to Maui.
Shop Gorgeous Homewares From New Hawai‘i Interior Design Firm Averylily
Lily Kanter and Avery Solmssen team up on an exciting new homewares brand that keeps community at the forefront.
O‘ahu’s Great Neighborhoods: Kaimukī
A supportive small business community where old-school meets hip and new.
Peek Into Paiko Hawai‘i’s Lovely New Kaka‘ako Boutique
The botanical shop’s new digs are open! Shop houseplants, cut flowers, stylish pots and more.
