the missing wink

word is that purchases of little indulgences are, at least for now, recession-proof as people seek comfort in fancy chocolates, lip gloss, and other affordable treats. if your peepers have been yearning for a pretty pick me up then you may want to investigate the latest product launch from maleana cosmetics.

biolash promises lush lashes with a blend of 100% natural algae complex, plant-based phytohormones, and bio-informed ginger root extract infused in an olive oil and jojoba oil base while being free of parabens and synthetic hormones. at $59, this lash wonder may be considered an indulgent splurge unless your one and only wish whenever blowing on an eyelash is for an abundance of flirty lashes without the assistance of mascara or falsies.

in other news, the honolulu-based beauty parlor has gone web 2.0 and is now offering destination brides complimentary skype consultations so you no longer have to hop on a plane and hit the streets to book your makeup match.

you can pick up a tube of biolash and shop maleana's spring/summer 2009 color collection at the line's studio in kaimuki (phone/email orders are also welcome):

• where: 3405 waialae avenue, suite 203
• studio hours: mon to fri, 9a to 6p

weekly sales sheet

 

fashionista's market kick's off this weekend's divas doing good shopping event with a savings bump on the standard issue 20% discount. scoop up a pass and save 40% off regular priced styles and 25% off designer denim during tonight's sale.

• when: fri, mar 27th - 5p to 9p
• where: the wedding café, ward warehouse
• tix: $5 (on sale at twc)
• fyi: proceeds from sales of the boutique pass will be donated to the tap project.

stop by soha living and save 30% off all pillows and bed linens during the design shop's annual pillow sale (in-store only).

• when: now to sun, mar 29th
• where: soha, kahala mall
• shop hours: mon to sat, 10a to 9p & sun, 10a to 5p

hele over to the ocean expo and step into the surfers closet sample sale to scoop up surf & skate labels from the islands and beyond for below cost.

• when: sat, mar 28th & sun, mar 29th
• where: blaisdell center exhibition hall

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and the winner is . . .

katherine of houston who will be adding the lovely naupaka to her bookshelf soon!

many mahalos to all who entered . . . it seems caren's lovely block prints have found fans from all over. you can scoop up a copy of naupaka at island bookshops and online at amazon.

congratulations, katherine!

p.s. clf's gorgeous artwork can be found in her etsy shop.

{mahalo caren!}

fishcake: one night sale

hele over to fishcake tonight and save 25% off everything* in-store (with the exception of art and consignment goods) including the divine ceramics from mud australia.

• when: thu, mar 26th - 6p to 8p
• where: 307c kamani street, kaka'ako

sweet baby snaps

today's etsy find is the adorable snappables, a homegrown keiki line launched earlier this month by local girl sheila rich who began crafting the sweet felt snaplets as a way to add some handmade love to her baby daughter's wardrobe.

the result: a capsule collection of onesies and mini tees stylishly upgraded with a little felted flair that can be switched out with a quick snap. the genius part is that your little one's favorite snaplets can grow with her from onesie to lap tee to toddler togs. the thoughtful design deserves extra credit for both its versatility and because a set of interchangeable snappables is a winning solution for families living with limited drawer space.

each snappable includes your choice of two snaplets with additional felt delights priced just right for pinched pocketbooks. in addition to pint-sized wearables (newborn to 18 months), headbands and tote bags are also in the mix with organic onesies on the way. custom orders are also welcome if you require something extra special.

hele over to the snappables etsy shop to take a peek at the entire line!

p.s. sheila and her 'ohana are currently touring the mainland so orders will not ship out until early april.