From sand to the city

u girls are busy women, but oh, how we love our beach time. Surfing, swimming, bodyboarding, windsurfing, kayaking, canoe paddling or just lying on the... More

Skeletons not very sexy to us

As a fashion writer and former fashion designer, one of the questions I am asked most frequently — by men and women — is: "Why are models so wraithlike, even anorexic looking?" More

4 enchanted evenings out

Date-night restaurants get the U seal of approval. More

Club guide

When skies go dark, Honolulu comes alive with its own brand of nightlife, which happens to include everything from karaoke to cocktails, slack-key concerts to turntable trip-hop. More

Eye spy

In Hawai'i, sunglasses are an absolute necessity, but they can also be a fashion statement. This season the styles are ladylike, retro, sophisticated and chic. They come in wow... More

10 must-dos this summer

No other season is as liberating as summer. More

Modern Now

Mid-century modern design is simplicity: An open floor plan replaced enclosed rooms, sleek furniture was preferred over ornate antiques, and form followed function. This was the... More

My bag

For Island girls, a beach bag is as personal — and revealing — as a favorite handbag. The contents are carefully edited: Sunscreens are researched, a musical mood thoughtfully... More

Posh goes the picnic

Summer just seems like the right time to pack a picnic. Whether at the beach, in the park or on the lawn in your backyard, why not add a little pizzazz? Sure, we love our plate... More

Shorts story

What do a guy's shorts say about him? Well, in Hawai'i, mostly that he wants to take it easy. Keepin' it casual, our guys on the street favored longer, loose styles. More

Pressure — the great motivator

I recently had the privilege of attending The Billie Awards, an awards ceremony presented by the Women's Sports Foundation. The Beverly Hills event was studded with the world's... More

u Shopping Guide

Tasha Matsubara and Mayumi Villiatora shop the L.A., New York and Miami markets to please their patrons. Their new private label line is already a winner. More

Under cover

A broad-brimmed hat can be your best friend during our sunny summers. Along with sunglasses, a favorite sunscreen and protective coverup, it will help keep you comfy and safe in... More

Stylephile

Age: 28
Profession: Event coordinator/nightclub promoter/concert promoter (www.flashandmattyboypresent.com, www.bampproject.com) More

Slippahs

Who says slippers can't be chic? This summer, color is haute, so step up to the brightest slippers you can find. A sunshine-yellow sundress? Pair it with turquoise thongs. Orange... More