Growing up on Oʻahu, I spend a lot of time in Mānoa, a sleepy neighborhood a few miles mauka (upland) of Waikīkī. I take my son to play at Mānoa Valley District Park, hike the trails in the area, grab lunch at Andy’s Sandwiches & Smoothies and meet friends at quaint coffee shops. It’s easily […]
Since most of us aren’t traveling this holiday season, here are 10 gifts to get you in the mood to plan your next visit to the Islands. 1. Passport Wallet, Jana Lam Photo: Courtesy of Sig on Smith A collab among three Hawaiʻi designers—Sig on Smith, HAYN and ILA Swim—this large mesh bag is perfect
We all wear masks because we care about our families, friends and the future of humankind. And, because our community of incredibly talented designers are ah-maz-iiiing, we now have another way to show off our aloha spirit and support small businesses. Below, find a roundup of masks in exotic hues and extraordinary patterns that proudly
Photo: Courtesy of Flip Flop Makers Design your own slippers (or flip flops) at this family-owned business, which started in 2011 on Hawaii Island. (The business is now called Flip Flop Makers, but the Ala Moana store still bears the original name.) You can customize a pair with adornments—flowers, cute animals, jewels—to the straps, too. Kids will
