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weekly sales sheet

update your pop's aloha friday wardrobe with a little modern island style from sig zane. the two day sale kicks off today with 25% off all men's merch stocked in both the hilo flagship and online shop.

• when: today & sat, jun 13th
• where: 122 kamehameha avenue, hilo
• shop hours: today, 9:30a to 5p & sat, 9a to 4p

• secret code: dad
• expires: sat, jun 13th - 4p hst

update your space at fishcake and save 30% off the design shop's entire stock (exceptions: art and consignment goods).

• when: now to wed, jun 17th
• where: 307c kamani street, honolulu
• shop hours: tue to sat, 10a to 6p & sun, 11a to 4p

'oiwi ocean gear celebrates kamehameha day with a tent sale stocked with styles perfect for all your summer fun needs. save 10% off paddling jerseys, 20% off tees, plus select swimwear can be had for up to 75% off.

• when: sun, jun 14th - 10a to 5p
• where: 130 kailua road, suite 130, kailua

online, click over to lanikai bath & body and save 20% off your entire order.

• secret code: mahalo
• expires: sun, jun 14th

have a happy weekend!

introducing posh pua

. . . floral bikini : monokini . . .

posh pua, the new handmade clothing line created by maui designer julie stone, is further evidence that the islands' emerging style scene is inspiring more kama'ainas to take the plunge into fashion design. upon moving to maui a few years ago, julie took notice of the success of homegrown labels tamara catz and letarte which eventually prompted the kailua-raised designer to turn her sewing hobby into an indie biz.

this past spring, posh pua quietly launched its debut collection which features a handful of patterns designed for flirty days on the sand and simple coverups that easily transition from the beach to the streets. what sets posh pua apart is julie's commitment to creating a sustainable swimwear/resort line by incorporating eco-friendly fibers like bamboo and organic cotton plus the occasional vintage textile appearance.

. . . plaid bikini . . .

. . . a gathering dress : pua o papaete romper. . .
. . . beach bloomers . . .

all designs are made to order in julie's upcountry studio and custom requests are also welcome should you require a little assistance to find the perfect fit.

preview the collection on the official website and then click over to the etsy shop to scoop up the latest offerings.

you can also find posh pua at beauty & the beach's online emporium and sassy 2nds, a new to you consignment boutique that julie and her sister-in-law recently opened in paia.

letarte at hautelook

this just in! the luxe resort looks from letarte can be had for over 50% off during the maui-based label's latest appearance at hautelook. you'll have to register at the online sample sale's website to take a peek at all the goods which range from past season swimwear, coverups, and a super cute aloha rashguard.

• sale ends: fri, jun 5th - 11p pst
• fyi: all sales final

roberta oaks summer sale

it seems while i was in between computers, roberta oaks revealed her summer 09 collection filled with more sweet and sexy fairly-made frocks designed for island living. for a limited time, all styles past and present, currently stocked in the online shop have been marked down 40 percent!

and, if you are in the market for a new bikini, click over to take your pick of roberta's inaugural swim collection which made a splashy debut earlier this year. all mix & match sets are just $50 during the sale.

styles are flying off the rack so hele over to the online shop to scoop up a few pieces on your wishlist.

• expires: wed, jun 10th
• fyi: no code needed

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

on sunday, island brides get ready to rumble during the wedding café's inaugural bride wars. rock your cake eating - bouquet tossing - table decorating skills for a chance to go home with a $250 gift certificate from one of 40-plus island wedding vendors.

• when: sun, mar 29th - 12p to 2p
• where: center stage, ward warehouse
• fyi: pre-registration takes place at twc between 10a and 12p

lanikai bath and body makes spring cleaning more pleasant with 15% savings off all home items. shop in-store and online.

• where: 600 kailua road, suite 119, kailua
• shop hours: m-f, 10a to 6p / sat, 10a to 4p /
  sun, 10a to 3p
• secret code: spring
• expires: sun, apr 5th

online, save $15 on malie kaua'i's supersized mango butter bun and enjoy a pampering springtime soak without the spa price tag.

• secret code: mango
• expires: wed, apr 15th

have a happy weekend!

letarte swimwear: 50% off two day sale

. . . cable twist halter : popcorn stitch tunic. . .

yoo hoo, bargainistas! couturecandy just announced a two day sale on their remaining stock of letarte's 2008 collection.

if you don't mind rocking styles from last season, you can make like a sports illustrated swimsuit model (the maui label recently made its ninth appearance in the 2009 swimsuit issue) and stash the tidy 50% savings in your rainy day account.

• secret code: 50letarte
• expires: thu, mar 19th

weekly sales sheet

swooning over malia mills 09 swimwear collection? click and print an exclusive $50 coupon that the mm 'ohana kindly sent over for h|h readers.

• expires: mon, aug 31st
• fyi: redeem in-store or via phone

call san francisco home? brave the elements and make your way to union square for a two day tropical trunk show compliments of paradisus.

• when: fri, feb 13th & sat, feb 14th - 11a to 6p
• where: bloomingdales, sf

p.s. score a free charm with every purchase!

last minute valentine's goods can be scooped up during shasa emporium's storewide sale. save 10% off all regular-priced merchandise (including local labels indah, katrina cordova, machine machine & recycled sweetheart) plus an additional 25% off previously marked down styles.

• when: now to sun, feb 15th
• where: shasa emporium, kahala mall

on maui, brides on a budget will want to hele over to the tamara catz flagship for a valentine's bridal sale. select wedding gowns will be 25% off plus enjoy chocolates and tea while you shop.

• when: sat, feb 14th & sun, feb 15th
• where: 83 hana hwy, paia
• shop hours: mon to sun, 10a to 6p

online, click over to the online outpost of la-based jools and save 20% off on all handcrafted jewelry designs stocked in the sale section.

• secret code: 20sweet
• expires: mon, feb 16th

p.s. scoop up $49 worth of goods and score complimentary shipping.

and, letarte arrives for a 39-hour online sale (50 to 75% off) over at hautelook (registration required) next week.

• when: tue, feb 17th - 6a hst / 8a pst / 11a est
• fyi - returns are for credit only so shop smart

malia mills swim 2009

. . . pucker strawberry fields . . .

whether your beach body issue is coverage or curves, ny-based swimwear architect malia mills (who may be the first hawaii-born designer to be inducted into the cfda) has a suit designed to flatter no matter your shape or size. the new collection recently hit the online shop with looks ranging from urban sophisticate with a minimum of fuss to pinup glamour complete with flirty shirring and cinches.

since malia was last featured, the eponymous label has expanded its seasonless offerings with a swoon-worthy selection of frocks for readers who covet city girl coverups. plus, a girls swim line also made its debut with the option to rock a matching mother & daughter set (phone order only).

scroll down for more peeks . . .

. . . pleated flirt & majorette . . .

. . . dreamboat . . .

in happy news, the coconut wire sent along word that malia mills is returning to los angeles this week with the opening of an outpost at the brentwood country mart. 'tis the closest shop to the islands, so next time you find yourself in lala-land, hele over for a personalized fitting and the chance to scoop up jewelry from bliss lau, yet another local girl designer based back east.

• where: 225 26th street, santa monica
• shop hours: mon to sun, 11a to 6p

you can, of course, shop online or click over to the stockist list to locate a brick and mortar shop near you.

p.s. the bittersweet brown colorway is being retired so if you splurge on a new suit you can score one in b.brown for 50% off. click here for more details.

[2/13 update: the malia mills 'ohana sent over an exclusive $50 coupon just for h|h readers. enjoy the extra savings by mon, aug 31st.]

saltwater and feathers

chinatown boardroom will be hosting the opening of artist heather brown's solo show, saltwater and feathers, tonight.

heather's been on quite the roll since she was first featured last year creating the official poster for the 2008 women's triple crown and putting her twist on the iconic waikiki skyline for the cover of honolulu weekly.

• when: tonight, feb 4th - 6p to 8p
• where: 1160 nu'uanu avenue
• show dates: now to sat, feb 28th

roberta oaks spring/swim 2009

. . . kahala . . .

oahu designer roberta oaks shares a glimpse of what to expect when the weather warms up with her pre-spring 09 collection. fans will be happy to find updates on the label's signature silhouettes while hand screened details and sustainable textiles (organic cotton and bamboo jersey are favorites) make their mark on the latest offerings.

. . . moana . . .

. . . quaint . . .

the new year also brings a splashy dip into the world of swimwear with a debut collection filled with mix and match sets designed with a flair for the unexpected. bold solids mingle with animal prints and vintage florals for a bohemian look styled on flirty halters and ooh-la-la brazilian cuts.

click over to the official website to shop the entire collection or to find your neighborhood stockist.

p.s. the fall & winter 08 collections are now on sale (up to 60% off) in the online shop.

peter wise surf exhibit

on maui and looking for something to do on friday night? hele over to the letarte flagship which is hosting a show for ny painter peter wise who has made a splash in the art world documenting surfers and their favorite breaks.

. . . surfer (23) . . .

peter will also be signing copies of a special maui edition of his book, surf, an anthology of his work through the years.

• when: fri, jan 30th - 6p to 8p
• where: 24 baldwin avenue, paia
• fyi: rsvp details can be found here

p.s. a portion of sales will be donated to the surfrider foundation.

25% off at beauty & the beach

whoops, i completely spaced last week and forgot to mention an exclusive deal sent over by the beauty & the beach 'ohana in friday's sales sheet.

h|h readers who swooned over the saucy stitched styles featured last week are invited to knock 25% off the crochet collection from itsy bitsy bikinis to mini coverups.

• secret code: crochet25
• expires: fri, feb 20

p.s. orders over $60 score complimentary shipping!

[mahalo katie & tami!]

beauty & the beach

since my remaining weeks of 2008 and opening weeks of january were a bit of a holiday/traveling whirlwind, the next few weeks will be spent playing catch up on the sidelined features that have patiently waited until my return. also making an appearance: all the fab finds from my trip home plus peeks of the latest looks from hi's favorite designers . . . and a few surprises!

. . . two tone bikini : crochet one piece . . .

katie wilson and tami snodgrass, the maui-based roomies/creators behind beauty & the beach, launched their new swimwear collection late last year to add a retro meets romantic point of view to the growing number of ocean style offerings from the islands.

if anthropologie sold swimsuits year round, i imagine they would stock styles reminiscent of beauty & the beach which dishes up sweet bohemian looks ranging from a revival of vintage crochet designs to embracing a more modern turn complete with flirty flourishes in the dfly line.

. . . plum bow : fru fru . . .

. . . crochet beanies by malea : seaglass & opi'i necklace . . .

and, while not all of us can rock the more revealing beach looks, the online storefront offers one stop shopping of an edited selection of maui goodness from the likes of ginger 13, malea, jules' jewels (shown above), pompei beach & wings hawaii. welcome news for off-island fans searching for ways to reduce shipping charges while stocking up on their favorite valley island designers.

p.s. katie and tami are on the lookout for up & coming island talent so drop them a note to learn how to get your label stocked in the b&b online shop.

'ohana night at 'oiwi ocean gear

a quick fix for checking off the remaining peeps on your gift list can be found tomorrow night in kailua when 'oiwi ocean gear welcomes one and all to its 'ohana night sale. deals include 50% off all w's swimwear, 25% off m's tees, 15% off keiki surf shirts & more!

• when: thu, dec 18th - 5p to 9p
• where: 130 kailua road, suite 130, kailua

happy hale • days 08: nalu edition

1 - towel off with raymond pettibon's whimsical design (part of the art basel 09 series at target) then hang this oversized delight out to dry for all to see.

2 - surfer girls get the letterpress treatment via byvik ink's cheery holiday greetings. (m's design here; p.s. wed, dec 17th is the last day to order for holiday delivery).

3 - coola's sport sunscreen sports a high spf, an endorsement from the american lifeguard association, and organic extracts (hold the parabens and paba) to pamper parched skin while it protects. (fyi - everyday spf can be had in mango and plumeria scents)

4 - local artist john c elliott's handpainted tubetops put a wearable twist on original surf art.

5 - paddlers will heart the graphic pop of 'oiwi ocean gear's stand tee.

6 - heather brown's delightful birdies make a happy appearance on her very merry chocolate trees surfboard (available at chinatown boardroom).

7 - hit the surf in old school style with sig zane's kai palaoa waiuli board shorts.

8 - a groovy rainbow of sorbet waves channel a retro polynesian pop vibe in phoenix artist jason hill's limited edition screen print.

shop letarte opening

the once sleepy beach town of paia has been abuzz with the opening of letarte's flagship boutique earlier this week. the letarte 'ohana (lisa designs the luxe swimwear line while sister michele handles all the behind-the-scenes business) designed the shop with an eye on sustainability including eco-friendly paint and lighting while offering packaging made from post-consumer recycled materials to tote your purchases home.

. . . lisa & michele . . .

ana from letarte was kind enough to send along peeks from the 2009 collection which is already on the rack in the new shop. does anyone else think letarte's modern take of gorgeous island inspired patterns would be equally lovely at home?

. . . peacock bikini . . .

. . . kenneth jay lane for letarte . . .

. . . handblock fish print one-piece . . .

. . . maya tunic . . .

. . . letarte surfboard . . .

the paia shop also stocks keiki line petite letarte, alora ambiance home fragrance, claus porto soaps, golden child jewelry, in2 design lariats, t-luxury & more. 

• where: 24 baldwin avenue, paia
• fyi: 10% of purchases during opening week will be donated to surfrider's maui chapter.

p.s. off-island fans can scoop up select styles from the 09 collection in the newly relaunched online shop.

yusuke hanai art show

chinatown boardroom is kicking off a new solo exhibit tonight featuring the work of japanese artist & designer yusuke hanai. surf, life and culture are the inspirations behind yusuke's collection of colorful characters and the neverending search for the perfect wave.

• when: tonight, sep 3rd - 6p to 8p
• where: 1160 nu'uanu avenue
• show dates: wed, sep 3rd to sat, sep 27th

pualani 2008 collection

. . . key lime . . .

in only a few short years, the fit of pualani hawaii bikinis has become legendary among waterwomen (and movie stars) who prefer to focus on the waves and not readjusting their swimsuit every few minutes. the secret is a four-way stretch fabric imported from europe that allows pualani swimwear to move with you yet still retain its shape.

the 08 collection is now out in a tempting mix of solids and patterns as well as the introduction of a chic reversible design that is sure to win new fans for its appealing versatility.

. . . black & creme : tattoo . . .

. . . winn dixie : convertible top . . .

. . . safari cat . . .

the mix and match pieces are available in a variety of cuts allowing you to minimize or maximize coverage as you please. since pualani was last featured, a keiki collection has been added and last year designer iwalani isbell opened the doors to pualani's flagship boutique on the gold coast of waikiki.

shop online, click over to the stockist list, or stop by pualani's waikiki outpost:

• where: 2863 kalakaua avenue, suite 2
  (at the new otani kaimana beach hotel)
• shop hours: mon to sun, 10a to 7p

shinn-ful indulgence

. . . firelight . . .

this year is flying by . . . i can't believe it's been eight months since last checking in with artist christie shinn. christie recently sent along word that the wyland gallery on the north shore is featuring her work during this weekend's meet the artist show. enjoy a few sneak peeks of her latest creations!

. . . on duty . . .

. . . makeshift . . .

if you love the warm magic hour glow of firelight, be sure to inquire about the special show rate for the giclée prints which will be 20% off (the deal will also be honored on phone & email orders placed this weekend).

and, fyi, christie is now accepting commissions!

• when: sat, jul 19th & sun, jul 20th - 12p to close
• where: 66-250 kam hwy (north shore marketplace)

click rewind to learn more about christie.

fresh goodness: heather brown

. . . m's three wave set . . ..

north shore artist heather brown's newest hand screenprinted tees are just the thing to wear on a lovely summer day.

. . . w's surfer girl : ginger . . .

the online shop is also stocked with new prints fresh from heather's latest art show. i, for one, am quite smitten with the latest depictions of heather's delightfully happy little hawaiian birds.

. . . rusty feathers . . .

. . .party wave . . .

. . . south point . . .

with the exception of party wave, the original paintings have already been snapped up by savvy buyers but the online offerings include a variety of matted prints (starting at $15 for an 8x10), giclées, and the occasional greeting card.

heather's artwork and tees can also be found at chinatown boardroom.

click rewind to learn more about heather.

boardshort roundup

sometimes it seems like the fellas are forgotten about here on h|h so take a moment and enjoy this mid-summer boardshort roundup!

1 - patagonia's palaka boardshorts were the jumping off point for this edition. the delightfully old school pattern is instantly recognizable to anyone who grew up in hawaii back in the day (available online or stop by the haleiwa shop).

2 - paddlers will definitely want to hit the waves in 'oiwi's ho'ohele boardshorts. alas, they have disappeared from the online shop so hit the kailua outpost to get yours.

3 - represent the 808 with j.crew's retro map bermudas (oops, forgot to mention that these may also be available at the ala moana shop).

4 - i spotted loomstate's organic holas boardshort while shopping greenloop's summer sale. the 100% organic cotton will take longer to dry but 'tis a small sacrifice for going green (p.s. a w's version is available here).