Nancie Caraway, who is soon to be Hawaii’s First Lady, followed designer Andy South throughout season 8 of Project Runway. The Abercrombies have been fans of Island fashion for decades. Governor-elect Neil Abercrombie was a close friend of Dave Rochlen, founder of Surf Line and JamsWorld. Now the governor-elect and his wife want to support the
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The Contemporary Mueseum gift shop doesn’t have sales often, so be sure to take advantage of this one. While you’re there, enjoy lunch or a picnic at The Contemporary Cafe and don’t miss the current exhibit of talented Island artists. Lots to do in Makiki Heights….. Shop the Shop The Contemporary Museum
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And here’s the gorgeous new Hifi T-shirt, designed by Fashion Forum and Hifi member Sierra Dew, that will be launched on Wednesday night: – Paula Rath
Lynn Chang retired earlier this year as a copy editor – a truly gifted and perfectionistic copy editor – at The Honolulu Advertiser. We were fortunate to have her working with us in the Island Life section. Lynn always had a creative, entrepreneurial side. For example, she would employ found objects such as palm fronds, creating
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The Living Ornament For the giftee who loves holiday things that are alive (no plastic tree or fake wreath, please) this little glass ornament filled with moss and air plants, created by 1st Look Exteriors, is totally a propos. It costs $25 at Whole Foods Kahala Mall. If you like, they will ship to the Mainland for
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Therapy Boutique celebrated its one year anniversary this month. Owner Tina Wary invited many of her loyal shop-Therapy clients to her private VIP party. It was a reunion and full circle moment of sorts. Kara Wagner bought the dress she wore that evening from Therapy Boutique at the opening party last year. Since then, she describes the piece as
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Well, right at this moment he is working feverishly in his Chinatown studio. I look forward to meeting with him tomorrow to see what he has sketched and designed for Nancie Caraway’s inaugural gown. When I texted him on Monday, however, to see if he would be available for a live appearance on “Sunrise,” Australia’s
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Before Whole Foods opened in Kahala Mall, they sent scouts throughout the Islands, looking for suitable local vendors. They weren’t just looking for food, although they found plenty; be sure to try the Ho Farms mini-cucumbers. Did you know the co-owner of Ho Farms, Xieng Ho, used to be my seamstress when I was a fashion
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Today and tomorrow (November 27 -28) only the Honolulu Printmakers are putting on a show that features art and a little fashion at every price range. Many fo Hawaii’s most renowned printmakers have portfolios with their original art sitting on tables for you to peruse. I found a surprising number of prints within our gift budget
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