Estee Lauder Event At Neiman Marcus

Estee Lauder Event At Neiman Marcus

It’s the Up Close: Estee Lauder seasonal event, exclusively at Neiman Marcus. From Jan. 25 to Feb. 5, receive an elegant tote and beauty gifts ($195 value) with your Estee Lauder purchase of $70 or more. Open up the cork print fashion tote, and you’ll find a makeup palette featuring the most requested shades for lips and eyes, a full-size lipstick, deluxe sample of mascara, 14-day supply of Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Age-Correcting Creme and 14-day supply of Re-Nutriv Ultimate Lift Age-Correcting Eye Creme. One gift per customer, while supplies last. For more information, call Neiman Marcus Ala Moana at 951-8887.

Revive Skincare Event At Nordstrom

Dr. Gregory Bays Brown, renowned plastic surgeon and founder of ReVive skincare, will host intimate anti-aging education classes at Nordstrom Ala Moana Friday, Jan. 27 at 3 and 5 p.m., and Saturday, Jan. 28 at noon and 2 p.m.

The 90-minute seminar will focus on ReVive’s new product offerings and the brand’s unique Nobel-prize winning technology. After each seminar, Dr. Brown along with brand ambassador Hylton Lea will be available to explain how the science behind ReVive can help women and men reverse the signs of aging skin, and conduct customized skin analyses and consultations for all class attendees.

To reserve your seat in a complimentary ReVive skincare class, call 953-6100, ext. 1901. Space is limited and will be filled on a first-come, firstserved basis.

New Stores At Windward Mall

Windward Mall has announced the addition of three retailers Mocha Java Cafe, Tax Busters and TrickedOut Accessories.

Mocha Java Cafe is located across from Zales and offers specialty coffees, teas, pastries and acai bowls.

Tax Busters, part of the Jackson Hewitt family, is a seasonal store offering assistance with federal tax returns, income return services, filing services and tax return preparation services.

TrickedOut Accessories is located in a kiosk near Center Court and offers cell phone accessories such as faceplates, screen protectors, chargers, holsters and headsets.

For more information, visit WindwardMall.com.

Designer David Beahm In Honolulu

New York City comes to Honolulu as the Meeting Professionals International Aloha Chapter hosts an all-day event Jan. 19 at The Modern Honolulu featuring David Beahm, world-renowned event designer and founder of the New York City-based event design and production firm David Beahm Design.

It begins with a morning session from 8:30 to 11 a.m. in The Modern Honolulu’s Sun Suite, providing attendees the opportunity to learn more about Beahm and ask questions in small group conversations. The main event, which will be hosted in The Modern Honolulu’s Ballroom from noon to 2 p.m., includes lunch, networking opportunities and Beahm’s presentation on luxury wedding and event-design techniques.Then, the MPI Aloha Chapter will host its first Meet & Greet from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in The Modern Honolulu’s Lobby Bar.

Known for his inventive work and trademark lavish flower creations, Beahm has designed countless weddings for high-profile clients including Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas, as well as a host of celebrity and Fortune 500 corporate events. His diverse corporate client base includes Target, The Discovery Channel, Champagne Perrier-Jouet, Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry, Victoria’s Secret Beauty, Christian Dior and Louis Vuitton.

A Day with David Beahm at The Modern Honolulu costs $80 for all three sessions, or you can choose to attend just the morning session for $45, the luncheon presentation for $55, or the meet and greet for $15. For more information, go to mpi-alohachapter.com.

U.S. Postal Service Aloha Shirt Stamps

The U.S. Postal Service celebrates the spirit of “Aloha” with five new stamps, each depicting a different aloha shirt, to be released Jan. 19. Manufacturer Alfred Shaheen created four of the shirts in the stamp art one depicts surfers and their boards on a black background, another shows the tropical flower known as the bird of paradise, one shows the Big Island volcano Kilauea, and the fourth carries the private label of retailer Watumull’s and Leilani and depicts fossil fish, shells and sea stars. The red shirt showing surfers and a large wave was manufactured by Malihini.

Art director Carl Herrman designed the stamps using photos by Honolulu-based photographer Ric Noyle.

The colorful stamps are denominated at the postcard rate.

Fighting Eel Kailua

Fighting Eel Kailua

Fighting Eel has opened its second store at Kailua Town Center offering its entire collection as well as its Mini Eel line along with children’s books and accessories. The store also carries women’s accessories and fashions by various local designers such as Jana Lum, and jewelry designers B. D’Angelo, NattoLee and A. Wattz. The new store is located on the Kailua Road side of the Whole Foods Market, which is expected to open in a few months.

The Paris Gold Facial By Orlane

Neiman Marcus at Ala Moana Center hosts a Paris Gold Facial by Orlane Jan. 13 and 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. by appointment only. Mini experiences also will be available at the counter. The facial features Creme Royale, Orlane’s premium anti-aging line infused with 24k gold.

Also, happening Jan. 19 to 22, Yves Saint Laurent will present its 2012 Spring Shoes Trunk Show in the Shoe Salon.

And tune in to Lifetime Jan. 5 to see Neiman Marcus fashion director Ken Downing as a guest judge on Project Runway All Stars. For more information, visit neimanmarcus.com or call 951-8887.

Pearlridge Train Ride, Sidewalk Sale

Pearlridge Express returns to the roundhouse after its final trips Jan. 8. Keiki under 48 inches can take a ride on the custom-built locomotive and enjoy the journey for $3 per ticket. Running daily, Pearlridge Express is located in Uptown Center Court and runs from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.

And if Santa didn’t quite bring what you wanted, check out the great winter values throughout Pearlridge Center during its centerwide sidewalk sale Jan. 13 to 15.

There also will be a Chinese New Year celebration with Chinese lion dances Saturday, Jan. 14, from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Uptown, and from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Downtown.

For more information, visit pearlridgeonline.com.

DFS Galleria Offers Beauty Concierge

DFS Galleria Waikiki adds a unique Beauty Concierge offering personalized beauty expert services.

Located in the store’s recently expanded and renovated second-floor Beauty World, customers can receive complimentary concierge services, including skincare analysis using a skin imaging machine and light therapy device, hand and foot massage, makeup application and trend techniques, latest beauty tips and beauty workshops and seminars.

In addition to this new concierge service, DFS Galleria launched some new brand boutiques in the upgraded space, including Aveda, Jo Malone, Origins and Shiseido. Also, it is the only store in Hawaii carrying Burberry Beauty products.

Customers will discover many special offerings at the various counters, such as Rituals of Renewal at Aveda: a cup of comforting tea, an aroma sensory journey, stress-relieving hand treatment, stress-relieving neck and shoulder treatment, and preand post-flight rituals. The first two floors of DFS Galleria Waikiki are open to everyone, and there’s no state tax added to purchases made. Only international airline ticket holders can make purchases on the third floor.

The Beauty Concierge is a specialized service with a licensed aesthetician who will help customers understand their skin and recommend products that are best suited for their unique conditions. Beauty Concierge service is by appointment only. Call 808-931-2595 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) to book an appointment.

DFS Galleria Waikiki is located at the corner of Kalakaua and Royal Hawaiian avenues. For more information, visit dfsgalleria.com.

 

Honolulu City Lights Ornaments

Macy’s National Believe Day

Macy’s and Make-A-Wish Foundation granted 57 wishes across the country, including one from a 17year-old girl named Taylor from Wahiawa.

She received the news on Dec. 9, which is Macy’s National Believe Day. Her wish was to go to the Grammys in Los Angeles taking place in February. Taylor, who is a big fan of Taylor Swift, was diagnosed with cystic fibrosis in March 2010.

To help prepare her for the big night, she’ll also receive a makeover including wardrobe styling with celebrity stylist Crystal Pancipanci.

Honolulu City Lights Ornaments

Honolulu City Lights, the city’s premier holiday celebration, is in its 27th year of bringing holiday joy to island families and visitors. To keep the monthlong event free to the public, the Friends of Honolulu City lights have for years created Shaka Santa-inspired ornaments, which are now soughtafter by collectors.

The 2011 “Holoholo-Just Have Fun” ornaments kick off a series that will feature the Shaka Santa around town. This year, there are two ornaments one with the Shaka Santa packing his toy bag out front of Honolulu Hale and the other depicting his arrival by canoe in Waikiki to distribute his toys.

The ornaments were designed by Owen Ho and are made of brass. Each costs $18 and can be purchased at all Oahu Macy’s stores. The Honolulu Hale Holoholo ornament also is available at all branches of First Hawaiian Bank on Oahu.

The Friends also sell all of their ornaments, dating back to 2000, at honolulucitylights.org. There also is a 2011 commemorative T-shirt for $10 to $14 (depending on size) available at a booth at Honolulu Hale during the monthlong celebration or through the Friends website.

Meet Guy Bedarida At Neiman Marcus

Meet Guy Bedarida, head designer and creative director for jewelry designer John Hardy, at Neiman Marcus Dec. 7 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Bedarida, who has taken over the reins for John Hardy, has an impressive background in fine jewelry having worked at such prestigious houses as Boucheron and Van Cleef & Arpels in Paris and the United States. While on a trip to exotic Bali to visit John Hardy at his compound, Bedarida was awakened with an appreciation for Asian design and influences and soon made the move to work for Hardy in Bali.

In 2007, Bedarida and a partner purchased the management of the John Hardy Group, where he continues Hardy’s mission to maintain the quality and value of the Balinese legacy of handcrafted work as well as his green efforts to plant trees for every piece of jewelry created to offset their carbon footprint on the environment.

This is Bedarida’s first personal appearance in Hawaii, and he will be traveling with an extensive trunk show featuring exclusive one-of-a-kind pieces from his Cinta collection as well as his popular Naga collection which feature dragon motifs. He also will be handengraving John Hardy purchases during his appearance. The event will take place at Neiman Marcus in the Designer Jewelry department on Level One.

For more information, call 948-7352.

 

Milk And Honey Opens In Chinatown

MILK AND HONEY OPENS IN CHINATOWN

Milk and Honey, a new women’s boutique, has opened in Chinatown at 1129 Smith St. (between Hotel and Pauahi streets).

The store carries apparel, shoes, jewelry, purses and sunglasses, as well as bath and body products. Some of the brands you’ll find include House of Harlow 1960 sunglasses and jewelry, Tokyo Milk Dark, REPORT shoes, Soludos shoes, Low Luv jewelry, JJ Winters handbags and Dolce Vita clothing. “We are one of the few stores to carry House of Harlow 1960 jewelry, but our collection is the most extensive,” note owners Patricia Chang and Christine George. “We also carry the highly coveted headpieces from Nicole Richie’s HoH collection. In addition, we have some pieces from the very adorable Disney Couture Collection as well as MM Couture clothing from L.A. “Ninety-five percent of our products are priced at under $100, and we try to purchase clothes made in the U.S.A. for quality purposes.”

For more information, visit milkandhoneyhawaii.com or call 533-3343.

TOMS STYLE YOUR SOLE AT WHOLE FOODS

Hawaii residents can step it up by purchasing a pair of shoes that go the extra mile at Whole Foods Market’s TOMS Style Your Sole event Dec. 3.

From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. local artists will be on-site at the Kahala Mall store creating custom-designed TOMS canvas shoes as participants purchase them from the store.

For every pair of shoes sold, TOMS will donate a pair of shoes to a child in need as part of the company’s One for One campaign.

Eight artists from across Oahu will be unleashing their creative talents for a good cause, including Jamie Allen, Solomon Enos, Ryan Higa, Byron Inouye, Christopher Lum, Jon J. Murakami, Cade Roster and Masako Schwalbenitz. Pairs of TOMS shoes can be purchased for $49.99 to wear home or wrap up for a unique holiday gift.

TOMS Shoes launched in 2006 with the mission to match every pair of shoes purchased with a pair of new shoes for a child in a developing country. As of September, more than one million pairs of shoes have been provided to youths in need around the world.

As part of the day’s festivities, Whole Foods Market also will showcase artwork from local keiki participating in the Honolulu Academy of Arts’ Art to Go program throughout the store.

For more information, call 738-0820.

Black Friday At Kahala Mall

Black Friday At Kahala Mall

For the first time ever in recent Kahala Mall history, Macy’s will open at midnight Nov. 24 followed by more than 40 stores opening at 7 a.m. Nov. 25 to offer shoppers steep discounts of up to 70 percent off. Also, guests who purchase $125 or more in same-day receipts (starting at 7 a.m. Nov. 25) will receive a $10 Kahala Mall gift certificate and breakfast items from Whole Foods Market and Starbucks Coffee in Center Court. There also will be prize giveaways every three hours at Center Court, including a two-night/three-day staycation at The Kahala Hotel & Resort, a $200 shopping spree at Kahala Mall, dinner for two at Hoku’s restaurant, and a family move gift pack from Consolidated’s Kahala 8 Theatres (must be present to win). Entertainment will be provided by Ka Hale I ‘o Kahala hula halau at noon, Lehua Kalima at 1:30 p.m., Harold Uchino Ukulele at 3 p.m. and John Cruz at 5 p.m.

Some of the Black Friday specials are 40 percent off the entire store at Adore from 7 to 9 p.m.; 40 percent off the entire store at Banana Republic from 7 a.m. to noon; 30 percent off the entire store at Calista from 7 to 9 a.m.; 30 percent off the entire store at Gymboree from 7 a.m. to noon, and more.

For more information, call 732-7736 or visit kahalamallcenter.com.

Pearlridge Holiday Happenings

For the first time ever, Pearlridge Center kicks off the holiday shopping season with a Thanksgiving night celebration outside of Toys “R” Us Nov. 24 from 7 to 10 p.m. immediately before the store opens. There will be family-friendly activities, including prizes, games, music, goody bags and an appearance by Santa Claus.

Pearlridge Center opens at 6 a.m. Nov. 25, but select merchants will open their doors even earlier, including:

* At midnight Aeropostale, Bed Bath & Beyond, Blue Hawaii Surf, Charlotte Russe, Children’s Place, Diamond One, Ecko Unlimited, Forever 21, Hatsby, Jeans Warehouse, Macy’s and Wet Seal

* 12:30 a.m. Starbucks near Bed Bath & Beyond

* 3 a.m. Diamond Wireless

* 4 a.m. American Eagle, Arby’s, Sears and Starbucks Uptown

* 5 a.m. Aloha Sunglasses, Calendar Club, McDonald’s and Nicky Shoe Company For more information, visit pearlridgeonline.com

Letarte Launches Shoe Collection

Letarte Launches Shoe Collection

Letarte, the iconic Mauibased label best known for its elite designs of swimwear, cover-ups and sportswear, has launched Letarte Sole, a new shoe collection featuring sandals, espadrilles and wedges. The shoes, which will be sold online and through distinguished Letarte retailers starting in December, come in an assortment of styles and colors consistent with the label’s whimsical and bohemian flare. Created by sisters Lisa Letarte Cabrinha and Michele Letarte Ross, the company was founded in 2000 and has since developed a devoted fan base of loyal customers worldwide, including endorsements from Hollywood celebrities.

Recently, actress Vanessa Hudgens (pictured above) was spotted shopping at the Letarte flagship store in Paia, Maui. Also, Audrina Patridge was photographed in Letarte’s coral ruched bikini in Malibu this fall. For more information, visit letarteswimwear.com

Kailua Verde Anniversary Sale

Kailua Verde Boutique & Consignment celebrates its second anniversary with a sale Nov. 18-20. All clothing items are 50 percent off, and all other items in the store are 25 percent off. Then, from Nov. 21 through the end of the month, all clothing items are 25 percent off, and all other items in the store are 15 percent off.

Located at 111 Hekili St., the store specializes in upscale gently used women’s, men’s and children’s clothing, custom and fine jewelry, purses and shoes. There also are unique art pieces and woodcraft, including some high-end furniture, consigned by local artisans. “We have received many very nice items, including a Hermes tea set, several items of Spode Christmas China, Tiffany & Co. jewelry and many other pieces,” says owner Lilian McDonnell. “Also, our selection of men’s clothing and accessories is growing. We have some great Tommy Bahama, Tori Richard, Reyn’s, Ralph Lauren and other brands of aloha and dress shirts, some still with new price tags on them. And we have received some very nice fashion jewelry, and we are fortunate to be able to offer a great selection of handbags.”

For more information, call 261-6190.

Children’s Consignment

Children’s Consignment

The next Rhea Lana’s children’s consignment event in Honolulu takes place Nov. 17 to 20 at 801 Dillingham Blvd. across the parking lot from Costco Iwilei. The temporary store accepts clothing (children, maternity and juniors), toys (indoor and outdoor), furniture (children and household), baby equipment, books, puzzles, video games/systems, DVDs, sports equipment and more. Consignors keep 70 to 80 percent of their total sales.

Consignors need to sign up and enter their items for sale online at honolulu.rhealana.com by Nov. 11 at noon. Merchandise is then dropped off Nov. 12 and 13, and a check along with your things that are not sold are to be picked up Nov. 21. You also can choose to donate your unsold items to The Lokahi Giving Project.

Rhea Lana’s was founded in 1997 by Rhea Lana Riner, a wife and mother of three, who hosted her first consignment sale in her living room in Conway, Ark. In 1998, Riner and her husband Dave, created a consignment sale barcoding and data entry system and hosted its first Web-based computerized children’s consignment event. In 2008, they started selling Rhea Lana’s Franchise packages, and have since grown with a total of 38 events in 15 states last year.

For details, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or visit honolulu.rhealana.com.

Laulani Village Groundbreaking

Property Development Centers (a Safeway subsidiary) held a blessing and groundbreaking last Thursday for Laulani Village Shopping Center in Ewa. The new 20acre center sits on the corner of Fort Weaver Road and Keaunui Drive (across from the Hawaii Prince Golf Club) and will include more than 218,000-square-feet of retail space. Upon full build out, the shopping center is anticipated to create 500 jobs.

A total of 70 retailers and service providers, including home improvement, hardware, apparel, lifestyle and restaurants are expected to populate the shopping center. A two-story office building will provide additional space for doctors, dentists, lawyers, accountants and other professionals. A 60,000-square-foot Safeway will anchor the complex. Construction is expected to last 12 months. For details, visit laulanivillage.com.

Valli At Macy’s

Valli At Macy’s

Macy’s launched the Giambattista Valli (pictured at right) for Impulse Only at Macy’s limited-edition collection Oct. 26. Priced on average from $50 to $150, the line features cocktail dresses, flirty skirts, feminine blouses, lightweight jackets, edgy pants and graphic T-shirts.

Key textures such as lace, tweed, brocade, faux fur and point d’esprit tulle capture the designer’s celebrated stylistic sensibilities.

As part of Macy’s Designer Capsule Initiative, in which the retailer collaborates with a designer to create an exclusive collection for Macy’s fashion Impulse department, Valli’s collection is the fourth capsule in the series. Known for extravagant designs and great party dresses, this collection is Valli’s first foray into affordable fashion.

For more information, visit macys.com.

Title Ix Bracelet

In celebration of the 40th anniversary of Title IX, a federal law authored by Hawaii Congresswoman Patsy Mink, Maui Divers Jewelry has partnered with the Women’s Sports Foundation (WSF) to create a limited edition commemorative bracelet. The handcrafted 7mm sterling silver cuff bracelet featuring three recessed Roman numeral IXs is available for $115, with Maui Divers Jewelry donating $40 from each sale to WSF to support its grant and outreach programs. “The Title IX bracelet isn’t just another piece of jewelry, it is a true conversation piece,” says Laila Ali (pictured above), WSF president and daughter of Muhammad Ali. “When people ask me about the bracelet, it opens a new conversation about the importance of sports in our lives and our daughters’ lives. Title IX has done a great deal for me and my peers, and it continues to provide our society with empowered girls who will take the life lessons and health benefits of sports with them throughout their lives.”

The bracelet is available in Honolulu at the Maui Divers Jewelry Design Center (1520 Liona St.) and at Maui Divers Jewelry at Ala Moana Center. For more information, visit MauiDivers.com/wsf.

New Shops At Ward

New Shops At Ward

Ward Centers welcomes five new merchants and two national retailers to its family of more than 135 shops and eateries. New are Tiare Teiti “All Things Tahiti,” Leloa Baby Collections & Keiki Boutique, Basique Threads and Quiksilver. DOLCE is under new ownership and has moved to a new location in Ward Centre, and national toy store Toys “R” Us-Express has opened a holiday store in the former Borders Books location. Men’s Wearhouse is expected to open at Ward Entertainment Center in spring 2012.

On Oct. 29, Ward Centers invites shoppers and diners to its Discover More Hunt. Beginning at 4 p.m., clues will be given via Ward Centers’ Facebook and Twitter newsfeeds. The first 200 hunters to find the first secret checkpoint will receive a free Ward tote bag, and the first 100 finishers can win prizes including a $500 shopping spree, Bose Quietcomfort acoustic noise cancelling headphones, movie tickets and more. For more information, go to wardcenters.com.

Paul Brown Salons Model Search

Paul Brown Salons and Spas is partnering with Honolulu Pulse to find the newest faces to be featured in upcoming promotional and marketing campaigns. The New Faces of Paul Brown Presented by Pulse model contest is part of the salons’ 40th anniversary celebration. “Hawaii has some of the most attractive people in the world, and our New Faces model search gives us the opportunity to showcase a few of them,” says master stylist and salon namesake Paul Brown. “Our stylists are always on the cutting edge, and looking to feature the latest hair trends and styles on fresh faces.” Aspiring male and female models should visit PaulBrownHawaii.com for complete rules, eligibility information and an application. Entries are accepted now through Nov. 4. Online public voting, which runs Nov. 7-20 at HonoluluPulse.com, will narrow the finalists to the top 10 men and top 10 women, who will then have a meet-and-greet session with the Paul Brown Creative Team. Two men and two women will be named the New Faces of Paul Brown in December, and will receive a year’s worth of styling services and Paul Brown Hawaii hair care products.

The contest is open to Hawaii residents between the ages of 14 and 25. No modeling experience is necessary, and contestants must not be currently under contract with a modeling agency.

For more information, call 591-1881 ext. 228.

Think Pink At Windward Mall

Think Pink At Windward Mall

Think pink at Windward Mall’s inaugural Paint the Mall Pink event Oct. 22 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. in Center Court.

In partnership with the American Cancer Society, Windward Mall will be transformed into an allpink shopping center. There will be pink decor, pink pins and gifts from participating merchants in return for donations, a “Pretty in Pink” photography booth, a survivors wall with stories and photos from cancer survivors, and prizes. There also will be a fall fashion show presented by ADR Modeling Agency, Hawaiian music and hula featuring Mihana Souza, performances by Anuhea and Mailani, Zumba and yoga demonstrations by 808 Zumba and Washington Fitness, and celebrity hosts Olena Heu of KHON2 News and Kaulana of Torch Entertainment. There also will be complimentary bra fittings at Macy’s, and exhibits by various community organizations, representatives from local hospitals and the healthcare community, as well as numerous information tables to educate the public about healthy living. Also, mall patrons wearing pink may be randomly selected by mall staff to receive a prize. No pink attire? Have no fear; a weekend-long sidewalk sale will feature many pink options to suit your personal style.

For more information, visit windwardmall.com.

Fall Events At Ward

Celebrate fall with two weeks of family fun at Ward Centers’ Harvest Festival Oct. 22 to 31. Events include a scarecrow competition, The Pet Corner contests and specials, and Halloween trickor-treating for kids and a costume contest for adults. On Oct. 22 and 23 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., enjoy 50 percent off and more at Ward Centers’ Fall Inventory Clearance Sale. More than 24 merchants are cleaning out their inventory to make room for holiday items.

Participating merchants include Island Slipper, Executive Chef, XCEL Wetsuits, Downtown Gifthings, Local Fever, Rainbowtique, Pictures Plus, Taj Clubhouse, My Little Secret and Honolulu Chocolate Company.

On Oct. 23 from noon to 4 p.m. is The Pet Corner’s Howl-O-Ween celebration with an owner/pet lookalike contest, fastest tail wag competition, best pet trick contest, pet costume contest and a puppy giveaway. For more details, visit WardCenters.com.

Cosmetics Trend Show At Nordstrom

Cosmetics Trend Show At Nordstrom

Mark your calendars for the popular Cosmetics Trend Show at Nordstrom Oct. 29. The event, called Red Carpet Glamour, highlights the newest makeup, skincare and fragrance must-haves. Industry experts will update you on the latest beauty trends and share their secrets.

Doors open at 7:15 a.m. and the show begins at 7:45. Tickets are $15 and are redeemable toward your cosmetics purchase of $15 or more on the day of the event. Plus, receive a gift for attending the show, while supplies last. To purchase a ticket, go to your favorite cosmetics counter at Nordstrom and ask for details or call 953-6100.

Armani Exchange Reopens In Waikiki

AX Armani Exchange celebrates the relocation of its Waikiki store with a grand opening celebration Oct. 13 from 7 to 11 p.m. Guests can enjoy music by DJ Kool E and host emcee Sam the Man from 102.7 Da Bomb, cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, a photo booth, and a chance to win a $1,000 shopping spree. In addition, every guest who makes a purchase that evening will receive a limited edition AX Waikiki T-shirt.

The store is located at the Waikiki Shopping Plaza (2250 Kalakaua Ave., Suite 104). For more information, call 923-1663.

Tiare Teiti Opens At Ward Warehouse

Tiare Teiti Boutique opens at Ward Warehouse Oct. 15 featuring the collection of designer Ida Teiti, including dresses hand cut from a Tahitian pareo and sewn here in the Islands. The store also will carry made in Hawaii boardshorts for men and boys, as well as swimwear by local company Honey Girl Water Wear and Little Honeys.

There also will be products imported from Tahiti, such as Grade A Tahitian Vanilla Bean, soaps, footwear, bags, purses, authentic Tahitian black pearls, and tamanu, tiare and vanilla oil cold pressed.

For more information, visit tiareteiti.com

Think Pink At Ward Centers

To raise awareness about breast cancer and support the Susan G. Komen Hawaii Race for the Cure, Ward Centers will be “In the Pink” throughout the month of October. Participating merchants will offer shoppers a selection of pink products, with a portion of the proceeds donated to support breast cancer awareness month.

Pink bookmarks made by Komen Hawaii volunteers also will be available at participating stores for a $1 donation through Oct. 16.

Participating stores include:

* Island Slipper Eight percent of the proceeds from the Island Slippers’ second annual special edition collection of “Get Your Pink On” slippers

* Downtown Gifthings A portion of the proceeds from the sale of Live, Love, Hope Bracelets will be donated

* Nohea Gallery A portion of the proceeds from the sale of hand-blown cherry blossom perfume bottles, heart paperweights and cast glass hearts will be donated

* Island Gold Collection 10 percent of the proceeds from the sale of natural color freshwater pearl button and 18K pink plumeria pendants from Denny Wong’s Tropical Sunset Collection will be donated

* Merle Norman Cosmetics A portion of the proceeds from the sale of “Pink Escape” manicure sets, OPI Pink Shatter nail polishes and heated eyelash curlers will be donated

* The Pet Corner A portion of the proceeds from the sale of airline-approved pink carriers, pink leashes and collars, and pink nylabone chew toys will be donated

* Executive Chef A portion of the proceeds from the sale of pink ribbon floral aprons, oven mitts and potholders, pink ribbon pepper mills and bags of peppercorns, and Tervis pink ribbon tumblers will be donated

* Sedona A portion of the proceeds from the sale of pink ribbon charms will be donated

* Island Soap & Candle Works 10 percent of the proceeds from Island Soap’s special pink gift boxes containing different combinations of a plumeria pillar candle, votive candle, bathsalt and glycerine soap will be donated.

For more information, visit wardcenters.com

Crazy Shirts Goes Pink For A Cure

New Store At Kahala

LBDB-Little Black Dress and Bikini, a stylishly sexy dress and biki- ni concept boutique, opens Sept. 29 at Kahala Mall on the California Pizza Kitchen side across from Macy’s. For more information, call 737-3337 or visit lbdb.us.

Crazy Shirts Goes Pink For A Cure

Hawaii-based apparel company Crazy Shirts has joined the fight against breast cancer with the launch of specialty rose-dyed Tshirts, pink luggage tags and a signature pink-and-white Sharka plush toy. Developed in partnership with the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, the new items will be available through the Crazy Shirts catalog and website, and at select Hawaii retail stores, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the 17th annual Komen Hawaii Race for the Cure taking place Oct. 16 at Kapiolani Park.

T-shirt and accessories, which range in price from $3 to $31, also will be available at Komen Hawaii Race for the Cure on-site registration events. For more information, visit KomenHawaii.org or call 754-6659.

 

Sorelle Fashion Trunk Show

Sorelle Fashion Trunk Show

View some of the latest trends from L.A.‘s Fashion District at the Sorelle Fashion Trunk Show Sept. 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ala Moana Hotel (Pakalana Room on the second floor).

Since its first trunk show in July, Sorelle has become a popular traveling boutique with booths at the recent Hawaii Woman Expo and Hawaii Super Sale events. Hosted by Michelle Lau and Renee and Kylene Yamauchi, the upcoming trunk show is free and open to the public.

For more information, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or visit its facebook page.

New Stores At Ward Centers

This Month At Windward Mall

Windward Mall kicks off the fall season with a great lineup of events. On Sept. 15 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., enjoy free ukulele lessons with the Ukulele Club of Hawaii. Instrument tuning begins at 5 and lessons start at 6. Bring your own ukulele or borrow one.

On Sept. 16 from 5 to 6 p.m. and Sept. 17 from 2 to 3 p.m., jam with the kids of Rock Works School of Rock as they perform in the Center Court area. Also Sept. 17 from 5 to 9 p.m. is the Eastside Hot Rod Club Car Show. Join other car lovers and browse through more than 200 of your favorite makes and models while enjoying some great tunes.

A bone marrow donor awareness recruitment drive takes place Sept. 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This drive is about raising public awareness on the importance of bone marrow donation. Volunteer signups also will be available in addition to donor screenings.

On Sept. 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., bring the kids for a fun-filled educational adventure with Cartoonists Across America, NOAA and other partners. Then at 6 p.m. head to Windward Mall’s Paina Koolau Food Court for dinner and to watch the University of Hawaii Warriors take on the Utah State Aggies.

On Sept. 25 from 3 to 4 p.m., performers from Roy Sakuma Ukulele Studio take the stage.

For more information, visit windwardmall.com or call 235-1143.

New Stores At Ward Centers

Ward Centers welcomes five new merchants: Ocean Queen, CaraMia, Chelsea, The Patisserie and Divalicious. The complex also will welcome three seasonal stores: Santa’s Pen, Calendar Club and Go! Games.

CaraMia features a collection of Hello Kitty branded products and other items for girls. The store will offer customized theme parties, as well as premade party items created to order. CaraMia will be located at Ward Warehouse next to T&C Surf and opens Sept. 15. Ocean Queen opened Sept. 1 near Happy Haleiwa at Ward Warehouse and offers an array of yoga and meditation products. Chelsea opened Sept. 1 at Ward Warehouse next to Paina Cafe, and offers a variety of boutique products and an assortment of unique gift items.

Divalicious is scheduled to open in the first week of October in the space adjacent to Honolulu Chocolate Company at Ward Centre. The store carries contemporary women’s clothing, handbags, shoes and accessories.

The Patisserie opens at Ward Warehouse in October offering quality fresh-baked goods, as well as soups, sandwiches and more. Santa’s Pen features Hawaiian and traditional Christmas ornaments designed to be personalized, and a broad assortment of ornaments and personalized gifts. The store is located at Ward Warehouse next to Pictures Plus. Calendar Club opens Sept. 15 at Ward Warehouse next to Secured Gold Buyers.

Go! Games opens Sept. 15 at Ward Warehouse next to As Seen on TV and offers games for all ages, as well as puzzles, plush, toys and other novelty items.

For more information, visit wardcenters.com.

Wakamatsu At Q-Pot.

Wakamatsu At Q-Pot.

Q-pot. designer Tadaaki Wakamatsu of Tokyo visited the Ala Moana Center store Aug. 21 to meet with Hawaii fans and customers. Founded in Harajuku in 2002, Qpot. offers fun and unique accessories designed to bring happiness to the person wearing it. Some of their popular items include pendants, rings and charms shaped as chocolates, macaroons, biscuits and ice cream.

“My inspiration comes from small happiness experienced in everyday life, for example, from playing with kids to having a good meal,” says Wakamatsu, a father of two girls age 8 and 6. “I also have a big sweet tooth. When I eat sweet foods, I feel relaxed and happy, and I feel everyone should feel like this.”

While working on his new autumn collection, the March earthquake and tsunami hit Japan, and Wakamatsu found himself feeling scared of nature’s destructive power. This led him to change his vision for the collection, and in collaboration with Disney, he changed it to feature the lovable Winnie the Pooh.

“Pooh can make people feel relaxed,” explains Wakamatsu. “With this collection I show Pooh living with nature without being scared. He’s one of my favorite characters because he heals people.”

The new Winnie the Pooh collection, as well as a new Milk Biscuit series from the Q-pot. bag line, arrived in the store Sept. 1. Also, in celebration of Fashion’s Night Out, starting from 5 p.m. Sept. 8 to 7 p.m. Sept. 11, receive a free original Q-pot. jewelry box with a purchase of $150 or more, while supplies last. For details, call 9559330.

Ala Moana Market

Sadick At Sephora

Dr. Neil Sadick, one of the world’s most respected dermatologists and the medical director and owner of Sadick Dermatology, makes an appearance at Sephora at Ala Moana Center Sept. 8 from noon to 5 p.m.

Call 944-9797 to make an appointment for a personal consultation.

Ala Moana Market

From the creators of the Haleiwa and Hawaii Kai farmers’ markets, Ala Moana Center welcomes the Ala Moana Farmers’ Market beginning Sept. 3 at the mall’s upper deck near Sears. A grand opening oli and blessing starts at 8:45 a.m. and the market opens from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. More than 50 seasoned vendors will bring the highest quality island-fresh produce and healthy foods to indulge your palate, such as locally caught fish, grassfed beef, Kona coffee, organic breads, island honey, macadamia nuts, smoothies, fruits, tropical flowers, local greens, fresh herbs and more. Guests also can enjoy plenty of free parking, openair covered cafes and local entertainment. Admission is free. For more information, visit AlaMoanaFarmersMarket.com or call 388-9696.

Ala Moana Fashion’s Night Out Event

Ala Moana Center celebrates all things fashion during The Fall Fashion Event Sept. 8-11. Shoppers can enjoy a weekend filled with fashion shows, a stylish gift-with-purchase, a chance to win a Las Vegas getaway, opportunities to give back to the community and more. In addition, participating merchants wil offer in-store demonstrations, exclusive products and promotions.

Festivities kick off with Fashion’s Night Out Sept. 8 from 5 to 9 p.m. The event is part of a global initiative created in partnership with American Vogue, the Council of Fashion Designers of America, NYC & Company and the City of New York to celebrate fashion, restore consumer confidence, boost the industry’s economy and put the fun back into shopping.

On Sept. 9 at 7 p.m., it’s Firefighters’ Night Out at Centerstage with the men of the Hawaii Fire Fighters Association. On Sept. 10 from noon to 8 p.m., enjoy hourly fashion shows on Centerstage. For details, visit AlaMoanaCenter.com.

Fashion Designers Bootcamp

Fashion Designers Bootcamp

Hawaii Fashion Incubator and Hawaii RED Magazine present Fashion Designers Bootcamp with fashion expert Theo Garcia Aug. 27 at The Venue (1146 Bethel St.). The event, which also includes a presentation by brand expert David Tyreman of World Famous Company, is aimed at emerging student designers, people with an interest in designing, boutique owners and designers who need a refresher.

Registration is at 8:30 a.m. and the “bootcamp” runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost is $149. For more information, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or call 593-8485. To register, visit launchyourlinebootcamp.eventbrite.com.

Hawaiian Sun Shorts

Hawaiian Sun and HIC have teamed up to create the Hawaiian Sun boardshort featuring the popular Hawaiian Sun drink available at HIC stores and at hawaiiansunproducts.com. The boardshorts are available in black and green and retail for $57-$59.

Tori Richard Shirts For Apec Volunteers

The APEC 2011 Hawaii Host Committee has announced the selection of Tori Richard as the manufacturer of volunteer uniforms in conjunction with the APEC 2011 Leaders’ Week. The family-owned company will be responsible for designing and producing aloha attire uniform apparel to be worn by volunteers for APEC-related activities during APEC 2011 Leaders’ Week Nov. 7 to 13.

The volunteer uniform print will consist of the national flowers of each of the 21 APEC economies, as well as authentic Hawaiian kapa motifs in a traditional aloha shirt gridded pattern. Also integrated into the design is the APEC logo.

The APEC 2011 Leaders’ Week is the culmination of a series of events held throughout the year.

The Leaders’ Meeting on Nov. 12 and 13 is expected to attract about 20,000 attendees including the leaders of the 21 APEC economies, ministers, business leaders and news media.

Vice Classics, Remi Mead Trunk Show

Vice Classics, Remi Mead Trunk Show

Local designers Richard Togami of Vice Classics and Remi Mead team up for a trunk show at Kissaten (88 Piikoi St.) Aug. 25 from 7 to 10 p.m.

Togami, who has been designing men’s wear for the past year, will show his new women’s line of handcrafted limited-edition T-shirts customized with zipper pockets shaped as hearts and diamonds.

For more information or to view some of the latest designs by Vice Classics, visit hobnobcity.com Mead will display some of her recent artwork on canvas, as well as T-shirts, stickers and buttons.

To see some of her work, visit wix.com/remim8/remiillustration

Little Sprouts Third Anniversary

Little Sprouts, a children’s boutique in Kailua, celebrates its third anniversary Aug. 20 from 6 to 8 p.m. with a champagne toast and light pupus from Beaches and Backyards Catering.

There also will be prize drawings, including a $100 gift certificate, Klean Kanteens and a handpainted bodysuit by Little Dew Drops. Customers also will receive 20 percent off any items purchased during the party.

Little Sprouts, owned by Melanie Koehl (pictured below), is located at 600 Kailua Road #106. For more information, visit littlesproutshawaii.com or call 266-8877.

Meet Tadaaki Wakamatsu Of Q-Pot.

Japanese Positive Accessory brand Q-Pot. will have a meet-and-greet event with Q-pot. designer Tadaaki Wakamatsu at the Ala Moana Center store Aug. 21 from 1:30 to 3 p.m. This event is being held to show appreciation for Q-pot. fans and customers who have supported the store since it opened in July 2010. During the event, Japan exclusive “brownie macaron” cell phone charms will be available in a very limited quantity of 12 pieces. Also, customers who spend $100 or more will receive a Q-pot. Mook Book Vol.3 with chocolate print apron and mini bag.

At Ala Moana Center, Q-pot. is located on the second floor near Macy’s. For more information, call 955-9330.

Fendi Teams Up With Local Artists

Fendi introduces a series of two separate unique design projects with local artists Eli Baxter and Aaron Padilla to launch Fendi’s design-focused Fatto a Mano for the Future (handmade for the future) platform in Hawaii.

Maintaining Fendi’s fundamental value of craftsmanship, Fatto a Mano for the Future combines old world artisanship and modern day techniques through the collaboration, support and perpetuation of emerging contemporary artists.

In the spirit of these core concepts, Fendi’s Roman craftsman will work intimately with both Baxter (at the Ala Moana boutique Aug. 12 and 13 from noon to 8 p.m.) and Padilla (at the Royal Hawaiian Center boutique Aug. 14 and 15 from noon to 9 p.m.) to build, cut, assemble, sew and create contemporary design pieces that fuse each artist’s signature craft with Fendi’s Italian sensibilities and materials.

During the event, attendees are offered the opportunity to schedule private appointments with Fendi’s Roman craftsman to create, customize and purchase their very own Fendi Selleria handbag. In honor of alumni Baxter and Padilla, 20 percent of the event’s proceeds will benefit the University of Hawaii Art Department. For details, call 973-3311.

Andy South’s Fashion Journey

“Andy South’s Fashion Journey,” a celebration of local fashion designer Andy South’s road to success, will be the theme for the First Friday event Aug. 5 at Pacific Gateway Center’s Lemon Grass Cafe at 83 N. King St.

The event starts at 5 p.m. and will feature the Project Runway Season 8 finalist’s favorite drink, food and music, as well as mannequins displaying designs from his early years to present day.

A one-of-a-kind dress designed by South also will be sold as part of a silent auction. Bids will be taken until 8:30 p.m.

There also will be a special video chronicling South’s fascinating life from his days working on his family’s farm to his considerable success in the fashion world.

South was born in Kailua, graduated from Waianae High School and studied in the Fashion Technology program at Honolulu Community College.

He has designed gowns for Miss Hawaii and Miss Hawaii USA contestants, and during Project Runway, he learned that host Heidi Klum would be including three of his designs in her athletic wear line.

His new line, Andy South, launches in Neiman Marcus this September.

According to Pacific Gateway Center, all proceeds from Andy South’s Fashion Journey event at First Friday will go toward helping refugees who are fleeing persecution in their home country and arriving in Hawaii with little clothing or means of support.

South, 24, was born in Hawaii of Laotian parents who had fled persecution. Pacific Gateway Center provided assistance to his family and later on continued projects in aquaculture with them.

Over the past 35 years, it also has helped more than 50,000 refugees, immigrants and low-income people. The center operates two incubators (kitchen and businesses) for people who want to build skills that will lead to selfsufficiency while respecting their diverse cultural heritages.

For more information on Pacific Gateway Center’s many programs, call 851-7010.

 

NORDSTROM SALE

NORDSTROM SALE

Nordstrom is having its Anniversary Sale now through Aug. 1. Save on next season’s styles for women, men and children. Prices go up Aug. 1, so shop early for the best selection. On Oahu, Nordstrom is located at Ala Moana Center. For more information, visit nordstrom.com or call 953-6100.

TAIL WAGGIN’ AT WARD

Ward Centers invites shoppers to bring their pets July 30 and 31 for fun activities and exclusive discounts at participating merchants including:

* At Eden in Love/The Wedding Cafe, make a $10 donation to the Hawaiian Humane Society and receive 20 percent off the entire store’s stock. A doggie photographer also will be available for pet photos with a qualifying purchase July 31.

* At Calista, buy one item at regular price and receive the second regular-price item of equal or lesser value for 50 percent off.

* At Local Fever, receive an additional 50 percent off all red tag merchandise.

* At Novel-T World, receive 15 percent off any dog-inspired tee or plush.

* At T&C Surf, buy three T&C tees and get one free. Also, purchase any Reef junior’s swimwear and receive a free Reef beach mat.

* At Island Gold Collection, receive 10 percent off Hawaiian heirloom jewelry and 20 percent off other already-manufactured jewelry.

* At All About Hawaii, blouses regularly priced at $45 will be on sale for $30 each or two for $55. Also, parents can bring their keiki to Ward Warehouse for free crafts and activities, including sand art, tattoos and Keiki ID July 30 from noon to 3 p.m.

On July 31, shoppers can pamper their pooches with $5 Doggie Washes and $5 Doggie Massages that benefit the Hawaiian Humane Society from noon to 3 p.m. at the Ward Warehouse center driveway. There’s also a Krazy Pet Trick Contest at 1 p.m. with prizes from The Pet Corner.

Also, present your same-day Ward Centers shopping or dining receipts totaling $50 or more and receive a $5 Dairy Queen/Orange Julius gift certificate, while supplies last. Receipts must be dated July 3031 and can be redeemed during mall hours at Island Slipper at Ward Warehouse and Crazy Shirts Outlet at Ward Centre.

For more information, visit WardCenters.com.

Koa Sunglasses At Martin & Macarthur

Martin & MacArthur introduces its newest koa fashion accessory: koa-framed sunglasses.

Initially, the premium fashion sunglasses will be available at three of the company’s eight locations: Ala Moana Center, Hilton Hawaiian Village and the Outrigger Reef on the Beach. The koa is Martin & MacArthur’s own wood, harvested from private estates of fallen trees on the Big Island, and the sunglasses are priced from $299.

The introduction of the Martin & MacArthur-branded sunglasses builds on the company’s other recent successful launches into personal accessories. Long known for its fine furniture and home accessories, the wood sunglasses join the Martin & MacArthur wood watches, which were introduced in August 2010, and koa jewelry, first introduced in 2008. Other personal accessories will be launched before the end of 2011.

In addition, the Martin & MacArthur sunglasses are available in other fine hardwoods, including Italian ebony, cocobolo, walnut, olive ash burl, rosewood and zebrawood; and are available in six fashion styles to flatter both men and women. All sunglass frames are made entirely of waterproof wood composite; for ecological reasons, Martin & MacArthur was determined that no plastics would be used in the engineering of the frames.

All lenses are specifically treated to eliminate harsh reflective glare and are guaranteed to block out UV rays. The lenses are offered in brown, gray and green.

For more information, visit MartinandMacArthur.com

 

New Merchants At Ward Centers

Sorelle Fashion Trunk Show July 9

View some of the latest fashion trends from L.A.‘s Fashion District at the Sorelle Fashion Trunk Show July 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Ala Moana Hotel (in the Pakalana Room on the second floor).

There will be clothing, handbags and accessories, as well as jewelry by Silpada available for sale. The event is free and open to the public.

It’s the first fashion trunk show for event hosts Michelle Lau, and Renee and Kylene Yamauchi.

For more information, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

New Merchants At Ward Centers

Ward Centers welcomes four new merchants Curry King, The Watch & Jewelry Company, San Lorenzo Bikinis & Clothing and Ninja Sushi to its family of more than 135 shops and eateries. Curry King is expected to open Aug. 15 at Ward Warehouse, and specializes in Japanese curry dishes such as pork katsu, tempura shrimp, salmon katsu, Japanese ramen and more. The Watch & Jewelry Company features a wide selection of designer watches and elegant fine jewelry, including designs by Denny Wong and Feraud. The store will open mid-August and is located in Ward Centre, near Brookstone.

San Lorenzo Bikinis & Clothing is located in Ward Entertainment Center and offers hundreds of suits to choose from, as well as a variety of beachwear clothing and cover-ups, locally crafted jewelry, sunglasses, hats and sandals.

Ninja Sushi is now located streetfront at Ward Centre and offers a menu of traditional and specialty sushi rolls, as well as salads, bentos and udon.

Paina Cafe also has relocated to a bigger location that was previously occupied by the Chowder House at Ward Warehouse. Paina Cafe’s fully renovated restaurant now offers air conditioning, indoor seating, free Wi-Fi with any purchase, and an expanded menu with coffee drinks, acai bowls and more, in addition to its fresh and healthy menu selections such as poke bowls, salads, sandwiches and smoothies.

For more information, visit WardCenters.com.

Mahina Opens Store In Kailua

Mahina Opens Store In Kailua

Mahina boutique marks its fifth anniversary with the opening of, coincidentally, its fifth store at 539 Kailua Road in Windward Oahu.

Originating on Maui’s north shore, Mahina specializes in super-cute, on-trend women’s clothing, jewelry, shoes and accessories at friendly prices.

Mahina also is located in Waikiki; and in Paia, Kihei and Lahaina on Maui. For more information, call 262-2240, visit mahinamaui.com or “like” their facebook page at facebook.com/mahinahawaii.

$225 Wedding Gowns At Verde

Abilities Unlimited Hawaii has received a donation of more than 100 brand-new wedding gowns and has them on consignment at Kailua Verde Boutique & Consignment located at 111 Hekili St (across from Foodland).

The gowns, which retail for $1,000 to $3,000 each, are priced at only $225. There are a variety of styles, and sizes range from 2 to 14.

For more information, call 261-6190 or visit kailuaverde.com.

Sip N Shop At Global Village

Sip N Shop At Global Village

Global Village in Kailua is hosting a night of champagne and shopping in support of Pets2Vets June 23 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Entry is a $5 donation at the door. Festivities include a Stella & Dot trunk show, and customers can enjoy 20 percent off all merchandise throughout the store. There also will be door prizes, and the first 40 customers receive a goodie bag valued at $25.

Pets2Vets is a nonprofit organization that helps heal the lives of our nation’s heroes and sheltered animals by providing cost-effective and readily accessible adoptions and health care so that both may live in dignity.

“We chose this organization because we are so close to the Marine Corps base here (on the Windward side), and we’re hoping by bringing awareness to Pets2Vets that we can help build it so that we can have access to their services for some of our veterans in Hawaii,” says Debbie Hopkins, co-owner of Global Village. “Pets2Vets needs more support and recognition.”

For more information, visit facebook.com/gbkailua or call 262-8183.

Brunch Fashion Show At Wolfgang’s

Wolfgang’s Steakhouse by Wolfgang Zwiener at Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikiki will present brunch fashion shows on the last Saturday of each month, featuring fashions from a variety of exciting designers.

Kicking off the first “Last Saturday” event this month will be local designer Cindy King of Acid Dolls. Happening June 25 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., King will show her Summer 1 collection called Nautical Nice, an ocean-inspired summer line filled with nautical stripes, flirty florals and happy polka dots.

The “Last Saturday” brunch and fashion show menu is $35 and includes a brunch cocktail (champagne, mimosa, Bloody Mary or bellini), appetizer (soup of the day, chopped salad, Caesar salad or melon and berries), entree (Wolfgang’s eggs Benedict, French toast, Omelette, rigatoni Bolognese or, for an additional $10, petit filet mignon), and coffee or tea.

Attendees also will receive an Acid Dolls $20 gift certificate for in-store purchases totalling more than $75.

Reservations are encouraged, but walk-ins are welcome on a space-available basis. For more information or to make a reservation, call 922-3600.

Children’s Consignment Event

Children’s Consignment Event

The next Rhea Lana’s Children’s Consignment event in Honolulu takes place at Windward Mall June 24-26.

The temporary store accepts clothing for children, maternity and juniors, indoor and outdoor toys, children’s and household furniture, baby equipment, books, puzzles, video games/systems, DVDs, sports equipment and more. Consignors keep 70 percent of their total sales.

Consignors need to sign up and enter their items for sale online at honolulu.rhealana.com. Last day to enter items is June 19. Merchandise is then dropped off June 21-23, and a check along with your things that are not sold are to be picked up June 27. You also can choose to donate your unsold items to The Lokahi Giving Project.

Rhea Lana’s was founded in 1997 by Rhea Lana Riner, a wife and mother of three, who hosted her first consignment sale in her living room in Conway, Ark. In 1998, Riner and her husband, Dave, created a consignment sale barcoding and data entry system and hosted its first Web-based computerized children’s consignment event. In 2008, they started selling Rhea Lana’s Franchise packages, and have since grown with a total of 38 events in 15 states last year.

For more information, visit hhonolulu.rhealana.com or call 284-2231.

Deuces Hawaii’s Soles Of Hawaii

Shoe store Deuces Hawaii has started a nonprofit organization, Soles of Hawaii, to give back to the community through the medium of stylish footwear. Soles of Hawaii collects new or lightly used footwear and distributes the contributions to organizations that promote fashion for a cause. Residents have an alternative outlet to proactively give back, using shoes to ultimately strengthen Hawaii’s community one foot at a time.

“My day job is to serve and protect the people of Hawaii,” says Arlynn Orpilla, HPD officer and owner of Deuces Hawaii. “As much as I love wearing the coolest sneakers off-duty, I want to serve Hawaii in a different way by providing shoes to those who cannot afford it.”

The process is simple: Donate as many pairs of shoes that are at least 50 percent reusable - or in other words, no holes, rips or tears. They should not have an odor, permanent stains or fungus under or on the insoles. Visit Deuces Hawaii at 1161 Nuuanu Ave. or call 533-6766 for easy curbside drop-off. For more information, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Fighting Eel, Lily Lotus To Open In Kailua

Fighting Eel, Lily Lotus To Open In Kailua

Kaneohe Ranch has signed leases with Fighting Eel and Lily Lotus at its Kailua Town Center redevelopment project, which is slated to be completed this fall.

Fighting Eel will be located in 1,300 square feet of retail space on the Kailua Road side of the Whole Foods Market now under construction.

Lily Lotus will occupy 750 square feet next to Cold Stone Creamery on Kailua Road.

Local designers Rona Bennett and Lan Chung created Fighting Eel in 2003 and it quickly became one of the fastest-growing young fashion companies from the 50th state.

Their designs have been featured in many national publications, and have been seen on countless Hollywood celebrities such as Eva Longoria, Hayden Panettiere, Paris Hilton and Lindsay Lohan. Lily Lotus was founded in 2001 by Honolulu designer Momi Chee. Comfort and quality form the foundation of Lily Lotus garments along with earth-conscious materials and production methods. Lily Lotus started its flagship boutique in Kaimuki in April 2008, and the line is sold nationwide. Chee says the Kailua store will be bigger than the town location, which is now closed, and is in alignment with Whole Foods Market and the whole living concept.

Lids Locker Room Opens At Pearlridge

The first Lids Locker Room in Hawaii has just opened at Pearl-ridge Center. The 2,500-square-foot store is located in Pearlridge Center Downtown, on the second level between Champs Sports and Pretzelmaker.

Lids Locker Room offers a comprehensive selection of sports merchandise and memorabilia for fans of professional and collegiate baseball, football, basketball and other sports. The store features a wide assortment of officially licensed and branded headwear, apparel and other novelties for men, women and youth. Custom embroidery also is offered.

For more information, call 486-0679.

Also at Pearlridge, Prototype recently reopened a 1,500-square-foot location in Downtown on the second level. The store had been located in Uptown since 2006. Prototype offers the latest in men’s and women’s apparel and accessories with a focus on active styles popular with skate-boarders. Their lines include The Hundreds, Diamond, Akomplice, Stussy, Dissizit by Slick, Obey, Kidrobot, Married to the MOB, Gentle Fawn and more. They also sell skateboard gear and fun toys for all ages.

For more information, call 484-8973.

Kailua Verde Moves

Kailua Verde Moves

Kailua Verde Boutique & Consignment has moved a few doors down into a larger space from its original location at 111 Hekili St. (across from Food-land).

The consignment store carries high-end fashions for women, men and children that are new or gently used. Items are consigned for 30 days, and the owner of the consigned item receives 40 percent of the profit in check or 50 percent in store credit.

The store also started hosting a Swap Day on the first Friday of each month where customers can bring items in to be traded for another item of the same value.

For more information, visit kailuaverde.com or call 261-6190.

Ice Age At Pearlridge

Starting June 3, Pearlridge Center Uptown and Downtown will be overrun with giant animatronic early mammals and even human ancestors as part of Hawaii’s first experience with Planet Ice. This original traveling exhibit by Kokoro Exhibits was developed to depict the giant mammals of between 60 and 3 million years ago - the time after the dinosaurs. It was a period when the Earth’s landscape was changing violently because of volcanoes, powerful earthquakes and moving glaciers, and new creatures were evolving to take the place of the extinct “terrible lizard.”

Exhibit highlights include:
* A group of smilodons, the giant saber-toothed cat
* A conflict between a smilodon and a megatherium, the giant sloth
* A woolly mammoth
* A family of Australopithecus, the earliest-known human ancestor
* A diatryma, the giant flightless bird
* A doedicurus, the large armadillo
* A baluchitherium, the primitive rhinoceros
* A platybelodon, the prehistoric elephant
* A coelodonta, the extinct woolly rhino
* A group of hyracotherium, the fox-sized early horse

Uptown Center Court also will feature the Pearlridge Tundra Train, taking youngsters under 48 inches tall on an adventure through the snowy expanses and grasslands for a nominal fee. The exhibit is open through July 31. The Tundra Train is open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sundays and holidays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

 

Designer Bliss Lau At Waikiki Edition

Designer Bliss Lau At Waikiki Edition

New York-based jewelry designer Bliss Lau shows her new fall/winter 2011 collection at Fashion As Art May 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Waikiki EDITION Lobby Bar. Tickets are $10 and available at fashionasart.eventbrite.com.

Originally from Hawaii, Lau will be recreating her fall 2011 New York Fashion Week presentation, previously shown in February and performed by dancers from the Joffrey Ballet.

There also will be a casting and fitting for models for the event, specifically for dancers who are able to do pointe, modern or classic ballet. Casting is May 26 from 3 to 5:30 p.m. at the Waikiki EDITION Lobby Bar. Dancers should bring pointe shoes and a bodysuit, be at least 15 years of age and at least 5-feet-1-inch in height. Long hair is a plus. No appointment is necessary. Dancers will be asked to do simple movements for the event. Costumes will be provided by 1979 vintage bikinis and Bliss Lau Jewelry. Dancers will be offered professional photographs of the event. For more information, contact Malie Moran at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Searching For Next Miss MMA Hawaii

Fitness, personality, beauty and knowledge of the mixed martial arts world - do you have what it takes to be the next Miss MMA Hawaii? The search is on to crown the 2011 Miss MMA Hawaii at the Big Boys and MMA Hawaii Expo, The Baddest Display of Big Boys and Their Toys June 17 to 19 at the Neal S. Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall presented by NAPA Auto Parts Hawaii. Submissions are due June 8.

The contest is open to women 18 years and older. The winner will be featured on the MMA Hawaii website, MMA Hawaii Magazine and MMA Hawaii Insider Television; as well as make appearances at various MMA Hawaii events throughout the year. She also will receive cash and prizes valued at $500, including one round-trip ticket to Las Vegas with hotel accommodations for four nights, three meals per day and transportation to and from the airport. The Miss MMA Hawaii contest begins at 6 p.m. June 18 in the Exhibition Hall.

For details, contact Valen Ahlo at .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or call 391-6317.

New Stores At Ala Moana Center

Rix Opens At Kahala

Kahala Mall welcomes Rix Island Wear, a new creation from Crazy Shirts founder Rick Ralston.

Ralston, who pioneered the printed T-shirt industry in Hawaii with the opening of his first T-shirt store in Waikiki in 1963, retired 10 years ago. However, he’s back in business with a new retail operation specializing in creative designs in aloha wear. The store carries aloha shirts, logo T-shirts, cargo shorts and caps. All Rix aloha shirts are made of machine washable 100 percent cotton and made in Hawaii.

At Kahala Mall, Rix Island Wear is located near Starbucks. For more information, visit rixislandwear.com or call 735-0749.

New Stores At Ala Moana Center

Ala Moana Center has announced that Diane Von Furstenberg, one of the premier names in American fashion, will be opening its first Hawaii store in November. Renowned for its iconic wrap dress and signature prints, DVF has expanded her collection to include ready-to-wear, swimwear, handbags, footwear, accessories and more.

Also coming this fall is Jollibee, the largest fast-food chain in the Philippines, serving up its own brand of American-style fast food and Filipino-influenced dishes that have become local customer favorites.

The mall recently welcomed abercrombie kids, Bath & Body Works, and Australian-based Gilly Hicks, which is known for its wide variety of youthful, comfortable and flirty loungewear and lingerie.

For more information, visit alamoanacenter.com.

New Baby Expo

The 14th annual New Baby Expo takes place May 14 and 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall.

Festivities include:

* Meet Kai-Lan from Nickelodeon’s Ni Hao, Kai-Lan and Clifford the Big Red Dog.

* A Baby Crawling Contest at 1 p.m. Saturday. Contestants will receive a free T-shirt and gift just for entering and the opportunity to win great prizes.

* Hawaii’s Largest Baby Shower at 1 p.m. Sunday for all expectant moms and their guests. Each expectant mom will receive a baby shower gift bag, play shower games and win great prizes.

* Magic by Tayler Yafuso at 11 a.m. Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday.

* Noe Clothing fashion show at 2 p.m. Saturday.

* Aloha Clowns and Entertainment at 3 p.m. Saturday

* Coradorables Rock The Runway, a fashion show featuring handmade hair accessories and tutus by local designer Cora Spearman-Chang, at noon both days.

* Glen Bailey’s Wonderful World of Magic with the Junior Magicians of Hawaii at 11 a.m. Sunday.

* Cloth Diapers 101. Learn the difference between pocket diapers, all-in-ones, pre-folds, etc. at 12:30 p.m. Saturday.

* Babywearing at 12:30 p.m. Sunday. Get information on the many different types of baby carriers available and how to select one for your needs.

* Baby Signing Time at 11:30 a.m.

Saturday and 1:30 p.m. Sunday. Learn a few American Sign Language signs, a few original songs and the extraordinary benefits of signing with your children of all ages.

There also will be vendors and information for first birthday parties, birthing hospitals, baby boutiques, photographers, unique handcrafted items, children’s activities, preschools and more.

Cost is $4.50, free for children ages 5 and under. For more information, visit newbabyexpo.com or call 239-BABY (2229).

Jessica’s Traveling Boutique Closes Out

Jessica’s Traveling Boutique Closes Out

Jessica O’Neill, owner of Jessica’s Traveling Boutique, is moving to New York. So, she’s having a close-out sale beginning April 28 at Pearl’s Spring Fling fashion sale and beauty bar from 4:30 p.m. to 2 a.m.

O’Neill leaves in June, but plans to continue to have events in Hawaii twice a year. For more information, visit Jessicastravelingboutique.com.

The event at Pearl (located at Ala Moana Center, third floor, Hookipa Terrace) also will feature fashions from House of Aria, Wela, and Stella & Dot. There also will be free airbrush make-up makeovers and colored hair extensions ($10) by Flaunt by Christine Gardner, nutrition and body fat testing ($10) by Hawaii’s Fitness by Jake Woolley, and free massages by Aqua Spa. For more information, visit pearlhawaii.com.

Pualani Opens In Kailua

Pualani Swimwear opens a new store in Kailua May 1 at 111 Hekili St. Suite 101.

Now celebrating its tenth year, Pualani Swimwear was founded by local girl Iwalani Isbell. A big-wave surfer and water-sport stunt-woman, Isbell draws upon her own active lifestyle as the inspiration for her diverse line of swim and active wear.

Pualani also has a store at New Otani Kaimana Beach Hotel at 2863 Kalakaua Ave. #2. For details, visit pualanihawaii.com or call 923-0753.

ACUW Hosts Mother’s Day Event

In place of its annual fashion show luncheon, this year the Associated Chinese University Women Inc. presents To Mother, With Love and Laughter! May 7 at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Tapa Ballroom with entertainment by Frank De Lima and Hawaiian Soul. News anchor Stephanie Lum will serve as emcee.

A boutique also will be open from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and the luncheon and program begins at 11 a.m.

Ticket cost is $65. For more information or to make reservations, call 988-6197 or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Bath & Body Works Opens At Ala Moana

Project Runway Stars At Ala Moana Center

Season 8 Project Runway contestants Andy South, Casanova, Christopher Collins, Michael Drummond and Mondo Guerra will reunite in Hawaii at Ala Moana Center April 23 to showcase their latest designs and talk about the inspiration behind their collections. The event takes place at Centerstage from noon to 12:45 p.m.

These Project Runway Season 8 contestants have remained friends since the show’s finale, and have each gone on to successfully launch their own projects. Hawaii native Andy South recently premiered his collection, SOUTH by Andy South at Ala Moana Center’s Shop a Le’a. Casanova is working on expanding his designs internationally. Christopher Collins started his own self-titled collection described as an upscale line created with the modern day woman in mind and is intended to make women “feel beautiful, fresh, natural and new.” Michael Drummond’s line, The Exquisite Corpse, is a contemporary, eco-friendly women’s line. Mondo Guerra, who was one of the final three contestants with South, has continued to pursue a career as a fashion designer while also advocating for HIV and AIDS awareness, which he opened up about during his appearance on Project Runway.

For more information, visit AlaMoanaCenter.com

Bath & Body Works Opens At Ala Moana

Bath & Body Works opens its first Hawaii store May 2 at Ala Moana Center. The store will carry its Signature Collection of body care products in a scent for every personality and mood including shower gels, body lotions and eau de toilettes.

Also available will be its Anti-Bacterial Collection which includes its popular Deep Cleansing and Gentle Foaming Hand Soaps for bath and kitchen and pocket-sized

PocketBac Sanitizing Hand Gels; as well as its Home Fragrance Collection which consists of a variety of products to transform your home into a relaxing and refreshing sanctuary with candles, room sprays and plug-ins.

The new store will be located on the Mall Level, Macy’s Wing.

For more information, visit AlaMoanaCenter.com.

Island Slipper At Ward

Island Slipper At Ward

Island Slipper hosts a grand-opening celebration of its new Ward Warehouse location April 16 from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. with entertainment by Makana, Jeff Peterson, Puamana and Ernie Cruz Jr. The event is free and open to the public.

The store also will be collecting donations for the Surfrider Spirit Sessions throughout the day.

“We’re calling it a Slippahpalooza,” jokes owner John Carpenter.

Previously located next to The Liquor Collection, The Island Slipper Store is now on the ewa end of Ward Warehouse, next to Merle Norman, across from the food court.

For more information, visit islandslipper.com

Shop, Save and Show Your Aloha For Japan At Ala Moana Center

Enjoy spring savings while supporting the Japan earthquake and tsunami relief effort at Ala Moana Center. From April 15 to 17, participating merchants at Ala Moana Center will offer special in-store savings, sidewalk specials and exclusive tsunami relief fundraising products. Additionally, shoppers will receive a free RuMe bag and a donation of $5 will be made to the American Red Cross on their behalf just by turning in their same-day receipts totaling $75 or more to Ala Moana’s Customer Service Center. One gift with purchase per person, while supplies last. Gift card purchases are excluded.

“We continue to send our thoughts and prayers to the people of Japan impacted by the devastation of the recent earthquake and tsunami,” said Scott Creel, senior marketing manager at Ala Moana Center. “The Japanese people hold a special place in our hearts. Over the years, they have been loyal customers and friends and now this is our opportunity to support them during their time of need.”

More than 35 participating stores also will be giving shoppers an opportunity to shop and save for this good cause, including Blue Hawaii Lifestyle, Kate Spade, Hawaiian Island Creations, Folli Follie, Sanrio and more.

For more information, visit AlaMoanaCenter.com.

Project Runway Casting For Season 9

Project Runway Casting For Season 9

Do you have what it takes to be the next top fashion designer? Do you want a chance to show your fashion designs during New York Fashion Week? Do you want to win $100,000 to launch your own fashion line?

Project Runway is looking for the next great fashion designer, and is casting now for its Season 9.

The deadline to receive applications is April 15. Applicants can apply at bunim-murray.com/prcasting or email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Salvation Army Celebrity Fashion Show May 7

The Salvation Army presents its 23rd annual celebrity fashion show luncheon and boutique May 7 at the Hilton Waikiki Prince Kuhio Hotel. Sponsored by Bank of Hawaii, the fashion show will feature stylish pre-owned apparel, such as the outfits pictured below: Mahealani Richardson wears a white sweater top by Bebe $10, skirt $7, blue handbag $7; long dress $9; Narcissus Queen Ningjin Miao models an orange blouse by Express $5; floral dress $8, purse $5.

Guests also can purchase the best in thrift fashion at bargain prices at the fashion boutique to be set up in the hotel’s lobby area. Apparel modeled during the fashion show also will be available for purchase. Proceeds from the event which is sponsored by The Salvation Army Auxiliary of Honolulu, will benefit The Salvation Army’s social service programs that help families in need.

The fashion boutique opens at 9 a.m. followed by the luncheon and fashion show at 11:30 a.m. Cost is $60. Call 440-1859 for reservations.

Nordstrom Fits America

Nordstrom Fits America

Stop by Nordstrom at Ala Moana Center April 8-9 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. for Nordstrom Fits America, a free bra-fit event. Certified fit experts will find you the perfect bra to enhance and compliment your shape, and for every bra purchased $2 will be donated to Susan G. Komen for the Cure. For details, call 953-6100 ext. 1240.

GIVEandGET Weekend at Ward Centers

Shoppers can support their favorite local nonprofit or school group and also receive great shopping and dining discounts during Ward Centers’ GIVEandGET Weekend April 8-10. More than 50 nonprofit and school groups have begun selling $10 tickets for GIVEandGET Weekend, which give shoppers exclusive discounts and special offers from more than 90 participating shops and restaurants throughout Ward Centers. One hundred percent of the ticket proceeds will go to the organization selling the tickets. Participating organizations include Ballet Hawaii, The Children’s Outreach Foundation, Hawaii Foodbank, Hongwanji Mission School, Leilehua High School Class of 2011 Leadership, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, McKinley Band Boosters, PATCH (People Attentive to Children), Susannah Wesley Community Center and Waialua High School Social Studies Exchange. Tickets also will be sold on site during GIVEandGET Weekend.

Also, in celebration of Earth Month (April), University of Hawaii at Manoa Apparel Product Design & Merchandising Program students will dress mannequins with garments and accessories crafted entirely from recyclables, such as trash bags, soda cans and newspapers.

The mannequins will be on display at Ward Centre April 2-27, and shoppers are invited to view the eco-chic mannequins and vote for their favorite. Shoppers who vote will automatically be entered to win a $100 Ward Centers dining certificate.

For more information about events at Ward Centers, visit wardcenters.com.

Hawaii Fashion And Beauty Expo

The Hawaii Fashion and Beauty Expo takes place March 25-27 at Neal S. Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall featuring a variety of fashion and beauty shows, and seminars.

There also will be two exclusive competitions, Operation Runway, a fashion design contest featuring aspiring local designers who will be constructing pieces live, and Hawaii’s Top Model Search with top local fashion models competing on the runway and in a live photo shoot.

Some of the industry’s leading professionals will be on hand to share their expertise. Seminars include Fashion by Lyndzi Trang, Makeup by Liz Dahl, Hair by Richie Miao, Cosmetics by Dr. Gregory Herbich, and Health and Fitness by Matt and Alicia Jones.

There also will be entertainment by Hypersquad Dance Co. (Saturday at 7 p.m.) and local DJs spinning throughout the weekend. Clear Channel Radio also will be there with a Jackpot machine giving away prizes Sunday from noon to 3 p.m., and at the entrance to the expo will be a gallery featuring work by designers Harold Julian and Andy South.

Expo hours are Friday from 4 to 9 p.m., Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. General admission is $7, free for children age 5 and under. A portion of the proceeds will go to Women Speaking Out and Kids Hurt Too. For more information, visit hawaiifashionandbeautyexpo.com or call 372-8283. A complete schedule also is available on Oceanic Time Warner Cable channel 937 on your digital cable box.

Shop A Le’a At Ala Moana Center

Ala Moana Center presents its fourth annual Shop a Le’a festival March 21-27 with more than 100 exclusive in-store events, fashion shows, trunk shows, and shopping and dining offers.

Shoppers also have an opportunity to give back to the community by donating to YWCA of Oahu’s Dress for Success Honolulu. Unworn or gently used apparel, shoes, accessories and gift cards will be accepted at participating retailers. Merchants acting as collection sites will offer discounts and gifts to shoppers who provide a donation.

Stop by Ala Moana Center’s Customer Service Center to enter to win a luxurious Los Angeles getaway for two (valued at $2,800) by submitting an entry form March 21-27.

Also, shoppers who redeem $250 in Ala Moana Center store and restaurant receipts dated between March 21 and 27 will receive a Shop a Le’a RuMe bag (pictured here).

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Shop a Le'a events include: March 18-27, Level 1, Makai Hifi's Pop-up Store Experience the many facets of fashion and its interpretations in art, film, photography, design and more at Hawaii Fashion Incubator's Spring Pop-Up Fashion Incubator. Fashion is the focus during a dynamic schedule of events, exhibits, shows and classes. The Pop-Up also will feature a local design boutique, including fashions from designers Sierra Dew, HI State of Mind, Umee, MegByDesign and more. For details, visit hawaiifashion.org/pop-up-calendar March 23 (6 p.m.) at Centerstage Catwalk 101 Learn the do's and don'ts of walking the runway from one of the fashion world's top runway show producers, Hawaii native Lynne Hanzawa O'Neill (pictured above).

March 24 (7 p.m.) at Centerstage Andy South Collection Debut Hawaii's own Andy South, Project Runway season 8 finalist, will unveil his clothing line.

March 26 (6 p.m.) at Centerstage Rules of the Runway Take part in an intimate Q&A session with Lynne Hanzawa O'Neill, who will share her behind-the-scenes experiences that she often gives as advice to model hopefuls trying to make it big in the world of fashion.

March 26 (6:30 and 7:30 p.m.) at Centerstage Spring 2011 Runway Show Produced by Amos Kotomori, the show will feature the latest fashions available to shoppers at Ala Moana Center stores.

For more information and a complete listing of Shop a Le’a events, visit AlaMoanaCenter.com.

Prom Dress Help From Bella Project

PROM DRESS HELP FROM BELLA PROJECT

The Bella Project, a local nonprofit that provides formal dresses and accessories to high school teens in Hawaii who are unable to purchase their own prom attire, is accepting donations at any Hawaii Self-Storage location on Oahu. Dresses and accessories are collected throughout the year, but with prom season approaching, the organization is hoping to have as many options available for its next event March 27 at the Hawaii Fashion Incubator Spring Pop-up Boutique at Ala Moana Center, as part of the mall’s Shop a Le’a festival. For more information, visit thebellaprojecthawaii.com or call 271-0644.

CLEAN OUT YOUR DRAWERS CAMPAIGN

Goodwill Industries of Hawaii is teaming up with Hanes, America’s No. 1 Basic Apparel Brand, to launch a Clean Out Your Drawers effort and encourage kamaaina to donate responsibly. Building on the strength of the Goodwill Donate Movement, a global public awareness initiative focusing on donating responsibly, the new partnership with Hanes will help Island residents learn more about how they can donate their gently used items to make a positive impact on their community and keep reusable items from Hawaii’s landfills. In addition, the act of donating may have rewards beyond the knowledge of giving back. Through March 31, donors can be automatically entered to win $50 gift cards and a grand prize of $2,500 plus Hanes products. To participate, individuals are encouraged to take a photo of themselves donating gently used Hanes clothing into the special Clean Out Your Drawers donation boxes at local Goodwill sites and then upload to the Clean Out Your Drawers Facebook page.

Hanes recently conducted research that sheds light into the usually dark spaces of our closets and drawers. According to a national survey commissioned by Hanes, most people wear only 70 percent of the items inside their drawers. Together, Goodwill and Hanes will encourage the public to organize, donate and replenish. The program was developed in response to an overwhelmingly common occurrence of cluttered, messy drawers and offers fun and easy solutions for getting organized.

Hanes also will give the regional Goodwill with the most entrants a donation of 15,000 packages of Hanes products. Should Hawaii have the most entrants, Goodwill Industries of Hawaii pledges to pay it forward and share the winning prize to help local families in need.

For Clean Out Your Drawers campaign rules and more information, visit higoodwill.org to link directly to Hanes’ Facebook page. The Facebook page also features games and tips about how to Clean Out Your Drawers.

Andy South At Neiman Marcus

Andy South At Neiman Marcus

Project Runway Season 8 final-ist Andy South introduces his Fall 2011 collection at a special event March 3 at Neiman Marcus.

The store will carry South’s collection in the fall, but the public will get to view it for the first time at this event.

The show starts at 6:30 p.m. with a formal spring trends runway show by Neiman Marcus, followed by South’s show of his pre-fall/fall collection at 7 p.m. Neiman Marcus also is having its Beauty Event. From now through March 6, spend $100 or more in cosmetics or fragrances and receive a Neiman Marcus exclusive tote (available in black, coral and pink; see picture below) filled with deluxe samples. Plus, receive additional gifts with qualifying purchases in participating lines. One per customer, while supplies last. For more information, call 951-8887.

 

The Butik’s Fourth Anniversary Party

THE BUTIK’S FOURTH ANNIVERSARY PARTY

The Butik at 1067 Kapiolani Blvd. celebrates its fourth anniversary with a party from 3 to 6 p.m. March 5. Festivities include a live DJ, complimentary cocktails and light pupus. There also will be a mini sample sale by various local vendors, including Lovelessizm, Matt Bruening, Hollywood Million Denim jeans, Kiele, Organik, Mi Cielo, Mikinola and more. Designer Florencia Arias also will launch her spring 2011 collection. For more information, call 593-4484.

OPERATION MAKEOVER AT PAUL BROWN

In appreciation of the sacrifices made daily by military members and their families, Paul Brown of Hawaii’s Paul Brown Salons has launched Operation Makeover, which rewards deserving candidates with a complimentary day and evening of beauty, luxury and relaxation. Three Operation Makeover winners - members of the Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, National Guard and Navy and their dependents - are selected each month from nominees put forward by service personnel or members of the general public. Recipients receive services at Paul Brown Salons & Spas (Ward Centre, Kailua or Waikele), dinner for two at Roy’s Restaurant Waikiki, two-night ocean-view accommodations at the Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa and a personally escorted $250 shopping excursion at Guess.

The Armed Services YMCA is coordinating all of the arrangements for Operation Makeover, including the selection process. Armed services company commanders, chaplains and the public can nominate deserving individuals. Nominations should be based on the knowledge that the proposed recipient has served in a manner or capacity worthy of recognition either as a military person or as a supporter in a military-related role (such as spouses, mothers, fiancees, etc.). Particular consideration is given to candidates returning from recent deployments and their families.

For more information or to nominate a member of the armed forces family, call project coordinator Kehau Bice at 473-3398 or download the nomination information at paulbrownhawaii.com/operation-makeover.asp.

Open Casting Call

Open Casting Call

The Hawaii Fashion & Beauty Expo in March will host the Hawaii Top Model and Operation Runway competitions with an open casting call Feb. 19 from 10 a.m. to noon for models, and from 1 to 2 p.m. for designers at Honolulu Design Center.

These competitions are the Hawaii Fashion & Beauty Expo’s version of the hit reality television shows America’s Next Top Model and Project Runway.

Models and designers will be evaluated by a panel of four directors, who will eliminate contestants down to the top 10 semi-final-ists for the models and the top five semi-finalists for the designers. These finalists will then participate in the Hawaii Top Model and Operation Runway competitions March 25-27 at Neal Blaisdell Center in front of a live audience. More than $1,000 in cash and prizes will be awarded.

For more information about this casting call, visit hawaiifashionandbeautyexpo.com or call 372-8283.

Windward Mall News

Windward Mall celebrates President’s Day weekend with a sidewalk sale Feb. 18-21. Participating retailers will offer special savings. Also, stop by Center Court to enter to win a two-night stay at the newly renovated Outrigger Reef on the Beach. No purchase necessary. For more information, visit WindwardMall.com.

Also new at Windward Mall is the opening of five new merchants - Soul Trex, Gyu-Kaku, Toys R Us Express, Tax Busters and Cubby Caboose Mini Express Train.

Local start-up retailer Soul Trex offers high-quality, eco-friendly outdoor apparel and equipment, specializing in hiking, climbing, camping, biking and water sports gear. A member of 1 Percent for the Planet, Soul Trex donates 1 percent of revenue to environmental causes. The company also established a program called 1 Percent 4 Kids and donates an additional 1 percent of revenue to youth programs promoting activities and outdoor recreation for children. Gyu-Kaku, a yakiniku-style barbecue chain-restaurant, where diners choose meats and vegetables then cook the items over a grill at their table, is expected to open in the second quarter of 2011. Toys R Us Express is a smaller version of the well-known children’s store, offering a convenient selection of playthings and perennial favorites.

Tax Busters is a seasonal store offering assistance with federal tax returns, income return services, filing services and tax return preparation services. Cubby Caboose Mini Express Train, a train designed for children that will run by the Sears Wing on the lower level by Paina Food Court, opens Feb. 15. For $3, climb aboard the train and take a ride around the mall with Cubby and his friends.

Bead It! Hosts Guys Night Out

Hawaii’s Bead It! stores will host their fourth annual Guys Night Out Feb. 9 from 6 to 8 p.m.

As the name suggests, Guys Night Out is an event just for men, where they can create a handmade gift for their sweetheart for Valentine’s Day.

Guys can pick from a range of projects — a bracelet, a necklace or a pair of earrings using SWAROVSKI Elements or other items from the store. No jewelry-making experience is necessary as the store’s staff will be available to guide customers through the process of selecting and putting together a thoughtful gift for their Valentine’s sweetheart.

Bead It! is located in Kaimuki (1152 Koko Head Ave.), Kailua (600 Kailua Road) and Kapolei (590 Farrington Hwy.,The Marketplace at Kapolei). Guests can arrive between 6 and 7:30 p.m. Reservations are not required and there is no charge to attend; however, plan to spend 30-40 minutes to select and assemble gifts.

For more information, call 734-1182, 263-1182 or 674-1192.

Aeropostale Teens For Jeans

Aeropostale and DoSomething.org present its fourth annual Teens for Jeans campaign with a jeans drive going on now through Feb. 13.

Drop off your gently worn jeans to any Aeropostale store and receive an additional 25 percent off your next pair of Aero jeans. All jeans will be donated to homeless teens across the United States and Canada. In addition, Aeropostale will donate 10,000 brand-new pairs of jeans.

The school that collects the most jeans will win $5,000 and a party for their entire school. Also, jeans signed by “awesome” celebrities will be awarded to people who submit the best photos of their jeans drive, and any school or group that collects more than 500 pairs of jeans will receive a Teens for Jeans congratulatory banner.

Photos can be submitted to .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) by Feb. 13. For more information, visit dosomething.org.

On Oahu, Aeropostale is located at Ala Moana Center, Windward Mall and Pearlridge.

Revive Event At Nordstrom

REVIVE EVENT AT NORDSTROM

Nordstrom Ala Moana hosts a ReVive personal appearance with Hylton Lea, global skin-care expert and vice president of business development, Friday, Jan. 21, and Saturday, Jan. 22.

Lea will conduct private seminars (contact store for exact seminar times) and speak about the ReVive line, which features Nobel Prize-winning Epidermal Growth Factor technology, as well as a notable list of celebrity customers (think Victoria Beckham, Kate Hudson and Tom Cruise).

To RSVP or for more information, call 953-6100 ext. 1901.

FARMER’S MARKET EXTENDS HOURS

Ward Centers’ Specialty Farmers Market has moved to the open-air parking lot across from Ward 16 Theatre on the corner of Auahi and Kamakee streets. The market also has extended its hours, and is now open every Tuesday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., with free prize drawings starting at 11:30 a.m.

Vendors include Beauty Control, Chyler’s Hawaii Beef Chips, Hula Shrimp Co., Ko’s Ohana, Lin’s Market, MKL Specialty Gifts, Olay’s Thai Food, Panedesia, Party Arts Entertainment, Polynesian Art & Craft, Rainbow Farm, Sam Flowers & Fruits, Silpada, Tupperware and Wailani’s Massage with Natural Organic Hawaiian Products.

For a detailed list of vendor offers, or for more information, visit wardcenters.com.

 

Ala Moana Center’s Fukubukuro

Fitted Teams Up With Hawaiian Sun

Fitted has teamed up with Hawaiian Sun to produce a limited run of a custom New Era hats featuring a unique pattern and colors of the three juices used in POG (Pass-O-Guava): passion fruit, orange juice and guava. The cap ($59) also features a map of the Hawaiian Islands and a woven bill symbolizing the baskets that were used to transport the fresh pickings of fruit.

For every purchase of this special cap, you will receive a six-pack of Hawaiian Sun juice and a custom Fitted x Hawaiian Sun plastic cup. Fitted is located at 1438 Kona St. near Ala Moana Center. For more information, visit http://www.fittedhawaii.com or call 942-3100.

Ala Moana Center’s Fukubukuro

On Jan. 1, Ala Moana Center presents its annual Fukubukuro event, in which stores will sell “happy grab bags” valued at twice the cost.

Fukubukuro, meaning “lucky bag,” is a Japanese custom and an Ala Moana Center tradition since 2004. Each year, participating stores sell bags that are sealed to prevent shoppers from knowing the contents. The surprises vary, but expect jewelry, accessories, handbags, home goods and more. In the past, bag prices have ranged from $10 at Pacific Place Tea Garden to $5,000 at Gucci.

This year will mark the center’s largest Fukubukuro event to date, with more than 50 participating merchants: Animation Magic, Anteprima Wirebag, Bag’n Baggage, Bally, Betsey Johnson, Cathedral Gift Shop, Claire’s, Dewcarat, Diesel, Disney Store, Dooney and Bourke, Emporio Armani, Fendi, Folli Follie, Godiva Chocolatier, Gucci, Hawaiian Quilt Collection, Hilo Hattie, Hula Lehua, Island Edge, Lacoste, Lego, LeSportsac, Links of London, Local Motion, L’Occitane, Loco Boutique, Lupicia, Martin & MacArthur, Maui Divers Jewelry, MAX & Co., Metropark, Michael Kors, Midori-dori, Neiman Marcus, The Pacific Place Tea Garden, Pitter Patter, Proactiv, Reyn’s, Salvatore Ferragamo, Shanghai Tang, Silver Rhino, Spiral Girl, Swatch, Thinker Toys, Trade Secret, Valerie Joseph, Vera Bradley, Victoria’s Secret, Vim n’Vigor and W Salon.

For more information, visit www.AlaMoanaCenter.com.

 

Forever 21 At Royal Hawaiian Center

FOREVER 21 AT ROYAL HAWAIIAN CENTER

Forever 21 unveils its new 42,520-square-foot, tri-level flagship store at the Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikiki this week.

A grand opening is scheduled for Dec. 26 at 10 a.m. Festivities include Forever 21 gift card giveaways (400 gift cards), special 10 percent off $40 or more discounts (with a flier available at Royal Hawaiian Center or an e-mail from Forever 21) and free lock-ets with a $40 purchase while supplies last. There also will be a DJ spinning music, Forever 21 fashion stylists available for appointments and a raffle drawing.

The new store at Royal Hawaiian Center is located near Cheesecake Factory in Building C.

For more information, call 923-5202.

ADDITIONAL PARKING, NEW STORES AT WARD

Ward Centers has opened 80 additional street-level parking stalls located across from Ward Centre, next to Pier 1, with entrances at Auahi and Kamakee streets.

These stalls are adjacent to the seven-level parking garage currently in construction. More than 800 parking stalls will be available when the completed garage opens early next year.

Ward Centers also recently welcomed five new merchants: The Ultimate Foot Store at Ward Warehouse, Rix Island Wear, and seasonal stores Honolulu Chocolate Company Holiday Store, Calendar Club and Go! Games. Opened by Crazy Shirts founder Rick Ralston, Rix Island Wear specializes in made-in-Hawaii men’s aloha shirts with bold classic prints pulled from the archives of Hawaii’s fabric vendors and creative prints from Rix artists.

The Ultimate Foot Store specializes in post-surgical items, podiatry foot care and sandals. For more information, visit www.WardCenters.com.

 

Hollywood Million Denim In Hawaii

Hollywood Million Denim, the sexy, hip and chic new line of jeans seen on some of Hollywood’s hottest celebrities, such as Kim Kardashian, Miley Cyrus, Ashlee Simpson, Drea de Matteo, Stephanie Pratt and Kara DioGuardi, is now available in Hawaii at Fashionista’s Market.

Founded by Michele Genevieve in 2009, Hollywood Million Denim features revolutionary stitching techniques coupled with the perfect fabrics to ensure that every single piece will have the perfect fit and flatter all sizes and body types. Genevieve, who was named Emerging Designer of the Year at Orange County Style week, a title previously held by Lauren Conrad of MTV’s The Hills, also uses her jeans to give back to the community through a program called Give Back. Give Thanks.

With every pair of jeans sold, Hollywood Million Denim will donate 5 percent of the proceeds to each consumer’s favorite charity. Hollywood Million Denim lists more than 150 charities to choose from at HollywoodMillion.com.

Celebrities also can partner to design a jean for the line, and in return Hollywood Million Denim will donate 10 percent of the proceeds of their namesake jean sales to each celebrity’s favorite charity. Stars including Dawn Olivieri, Krista Allen and Stephanie Pratt already have signed on.

Honolulu City Lights Ornament

For the 11th straight year, the Friends of Honolulu City Lights have designed a collectible ornament to raise funds for the monthlong holiday program, which opened Dec. 4 at Honolulu Hale and closes Jan. 2.

This year’s ornament takes off in a new direction. After designing all-brass and enamel ornaments for the past decade, the Friends decided to offer a photo and brass ornament.

They created a maile leaf frame in brass to surround a tinted photo of the iconic Shaka Santa sitting on the Honolulu Hale fountain. The frame was designed by Owen Ho, longtime designer for Honolulu City Lights. The ornament’s artwork is by Ron Slauson.

The 2010 photo/brass ornament is $18 and can be purchased at any Macy’s store on Oahu, all Oahu branches of First Hawaiian Bank, the Borders Book store at Ward Centers and the Waikiki Trolley Stop at Duty Free Shoppers. A small stand for the ornament comes in each decorative box.

The Friends of Honolulu City Lights is a non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds to support the holiday celebration, which includes the Public Workers Electric Light Parade, a holiday concert and the tree-lighting event.

By purchasing one of these ornaments, you are helping to keep these events free to the public. There also is a T-shirt ($10-$14 depending on the size) available for sale and holiday notecards ($10). This year’s T-shirt was designed by Owen Ho and Leio Li, and celebrates the 20th year for the Electric Light Parade. The T-shirts are available for sale on most nights in front of City Hall through Dec. 23.

You also can purchase the 2010 ornament and all past year ornaments (2000-2009), as well as the T-shirts and notecards through the Friends’ website at honolulucitylights.org.

 

Extended Holiday Hours At Malls

Here is a list of the holiday hours at various Oahu malls:

Ala Moana Center

Nov. 29-Dec. 4 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Dec. 5 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Dec. 6-10 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Dec. 11-23 9:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve) 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Dec. 25 (Christmas Day) Closed.

Select stores and restaurants remain open.

Dec. 26 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Dec. 27-30 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve) 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Jan. 1, 2011 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Kahala Mall

Nov. 29 -Dec. 4 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Dec. 5 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Dec. 6-9 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Dec. 10-23 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve) 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dec. 25 (Christmas Day) Closed

Dec. 26 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Dec. 27-30 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Dec. 31 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Jan. 1 Closed

Pearlridge Center

Nov. 29-Dec. 9 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Dec. 10-16 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Dec. 17-23 9 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve) 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Dec. 25 (Christmas Day) Closed

Dec. 26 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Dec. 27-30 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Dec. 31-Jan. 2 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

*Restaurants and theaters generally have their own holiday schedules and could be open though Pearlridge Center is officially closed.

Windward Mall

Nov. 29-Dec. 4 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Dec. 5 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dec. 6-9 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Dec. 10-23 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve) 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Dec. 25 (Christmas Day) Mall closed. Theatre and some restaurants will be open.

Dec. 26 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dec. 27-30 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Dec. 31 and Jan. 1 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Black Friday, Nov. 26, At Pearlridge

Black Friday, Nov. 26, At Pearlridge

Pearlridge Center will open at 6 a.m. the day after Thanksgiving with selected merchants opening their doors even earlier, including Toys R Us (opening Nov. 25 at 10 p.m.), Macy’s and Children’s Place (opening Nov. 26 at 4 a.m.) and Bed Bath & Beyond and Aeropostale (opening Nov. 26 at 5 a.m.).

A special holiday parade featuring Santa Claus and the Aiea High School Marching Band takes place from 8:30 to 9 a.m. beginning Uptown and finishing Downtown.

Santa also will be at Downtown Center Court for photos with keiki starting Nov. 26. Photo packages start at $20.

And the Pearlridge Express, Hawaii’s only fully functioning scale-model locomotive, runs daily through Jan. 2 for children under 48 inches tall who are able to ride alone. Tickets are $3. For more information, call 488-0981.

Holiday Events At Windward Mall

Windward Mall welcomes the holiday season with the return of its popular Dear Santa Letter Writing Station, Toyworks Santa Set and Snow Flurry Tree.

At the Dear Santa Letter Writing Station, keiki can jot down their wish list and bring a 44-cent stamp to get a response in the mail.

The Snow Flurry Tree gives shoppers a taste of a winter wonderland with a simulated snow flurry for 15 minutes at the top of every hour.

Also, on Friday, Nov. 26, Windward Mall’s Blitz @ 6 sponsored by RevoluSun gives early bird shoppers a change to score great savings and win cool prizes. The first 500 shoppers to line up at Center Court at 6 a.m. will receive a free holiday coupon bag with dozens of special offers and a chance to win fabulous prizes, including a one-night stay at the Outrigger Luana Waikiki and breakfast for two at the hotel’s new Protea Cafe, a $500 Koolau Pets gift card, toys, Windward Mall merchant gift cards and much more.

The Lower Level Food Court entrance doors (next to IHOP) will open at 5:45 a.m. and bag distribution begins at 6. One bag will be distributed per shopper 18 years and older, while supplies last.

Prizes are randomly placed within the 500 coupon bags. No purchase necessary to enter. All prizes must be collected at the Information Cart at Center Court by noon, Nov. 26. For more information, visit WindwardMall.com.

Thanksgetting Day At Ala Moana Center

Ala Moana Center’s annual ThanksGetting Day happens Friday, Nov. 26 from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. with complimentary perks, giveaways and special events.

Deal-seekers can plan their day in advance by picking up a ThanksGetting Day Cheat Sheet outlining all of the early morning specials, one-day sales, promotions and events. Participating merchants include Banana Republic, T&C Surf Designs, Victoria’s Secret and more. Plus, 1,000 Cheat Sheets are labeled with a “You Win” sticker, good for one cup of coffee from Nordstrom’s eBar. Cheat Sheets will be available at the Customer Service Center, mall-level information kiosks or at AlaMoanaCenter.com starting Nov. 22.

Customers also can get a complimentary valet parking coupon at AlaMoanaCenter.com starting Nov. 21, or in the Nov. 21 and 25 Honolulu Star-Advertiser and Nov. 24 MidWeek. The coupon is good at three valet locations on Level 2: makai parking deck by Sears, makai side between LeSportsac and Macy’s, and mauka-ewa parking structure by Longs Drugs. ThanksGetting Day shoppers also can stay hydrated by picking up complimentary bottled water at one of six Refresh locations, receive free gift wrapping and package check (at Mall Level 2, above Barnes & Noble), and enjoy live entertainment at Centerstage (including performances by Honolulu Dance Studio, Kaiholu and the Keiki Palaka Band). There also will be strolling carolers performing throughout the center from noon to 2 p.m.

Ala Moana Center also is offering shoppers with receipts totaling $500 a limited-edition snow globe featuring Ala Moana Center’s iconic Santa (available while supplies last; limit one gift per person). Receipts can be redeemed at Customer Service and must be dated from Nov. 22 to Dec. 24. Receipts from gift card purchases are excluded.

Photos with Santa are available from Nov. 13 from Dec. 24 at Street Level 1, across from Centerstage. Photo packages start at $20.

For more information, AlaMoanaCenter.com.

Cosmetics Event At Nordstrom

Beauty industry experts will be at Nordstrom Ala Moana Saturday (Nov. 13), highlighting the latest makeup, skin-care and fragrance trends for the season. Featured artists will be on hand for one-on-one consultations. Various companies, including Smashbox, Trish McEvoy, Dior, and Chantecaille, also have a special gift with purchase promotion.

Customers also have an opportunity to meet the creator of their favorite brands, such as Dr. Zein Obagi of ZO Skin Health, Kate Growney of Saffron James Parfums, and Anastasia Soare of Anastasia Beverly Hills.

Call 953-6100 to make an appointment or for more information.

Festival Of Giving At Ward Centers

Festival Of Giving At Ward Centers

Ward Centers’ Festival of Giving fundraising and shopping event takes place Nov. 12-14. The $10 ticket gives shoppers exclusive discounts and special offers from more than 100 participating shops and restaurants throughout Ward Centers. Ticket holders can save their tickets for discounts at Ward Centers’ Specialty Farmer’s Market Nov. 16, 23 and 30. Nonprofit groups participating in Ward Centers’ Festival of Giving are selling tickets, and the organizations keep 100 percent of their ticket proceeds. Participating organizations include Aloha State Association of the Deaf, Catholic Charities Hawaii, Central Oahu Youth Services Association, Friends of the Missing Child Center Hawaii, Hawaii Canine Assistance Network, Hawaii Youth Opera Chorus, Honolulu Habitat for Humanity, Hula Preservation Society, Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, P.A.R.E.N.T.S. Inc. Hawaii, Rainbow Schools Honolulu, Reef Watch Waikiki, Taiko Arts Center and The Bella Project.

Select Ward Centers’ merchants also will sell tickets to benefit a charity of their choosing.

In addition, shoppers with a Festival of Giving ticket can enjoy free gift-wrapping, a prize wheel, enter-to-win shopping sprees and family fun activities. For a complete list of participating nonprofit organizations and Festival of Giving offers, visit WardCenters.com

Bliss Opens One-Day Holiday Boutique

Bliss, an online store owned by local girl Wendy Chang, opens a holiday gift boutique Nov. 13, featuring special discounts, door prizes, free samples, and a complimentary cupcakes and cocoa bar.

The event takes place at the American Association of University Women (AAUW) residence at 1802 Keeaumoku St. and also features other vendors, such as Lia Sophia (fashion jewelry), Pampered Chef (cookware and bakeware), Scentsy-Dawn Balmilero, Independent consultant (wickless candles and smell goods), Team Beachbody (shakeology) and MY Design (crystal jewelry). Free parking is available next door in the Catholic Charities parking lot.

Bliss, which celebrates its first anniversary this month, offers women’s apparel and handbags, children’s apparel and gift items, including Envirosax, Luxe Link, aromatherapy products and more.

For more information and to RSVP, visit shopblissonline.com.

PROJECT RUNWAY FINALE

 

PROJECT RUNWAY FINALE

Hawaii Red Magazine and Andy South present a Project Runway finale event Oct. 28 from 6 to 10 p.m. at The Cuppola Theater (second floor, Honolulu Design Center). In addition, South will reveal his new 2011 spring/summer collection.

The event is free and open to the public. Special $5 food menus as well as drink specials will be available. For more information, e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

 

HALLOWEEN, EARLY VOTING AT WINDWARD MALL

The General Election is next Tuesday, but busy shoppers can cast their ballots early by absentee voting at Windward Mall’s quick and convenient early-voting site, located on the upper level, Sears wing (next to Pay Day Hawaii) now through Oct. 30. Hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Then, Sunday, Oct. 31, Hawaii keiki are invited to take part in trick-or-treating fun from 3 to 4 p.m. at participating merchants.

 

TRICK-OR-TREATING AT ALA MOANA CENTER

On Sunday, from 4 to 6 p.m., Ala Moana Center will have treats for the entire family, with select retailers offering Halloween specials all weekend. Keiki dressed in their favorite costume can trick-or-treat throughout the center, while parents can take advantage of the many in-store “grown-up treats” available from more than 80 participating stores. Costume-clad kids can collect an assortment of free “treats” from participating retailers, which range from Nordstrom and Kate Spade to LEGO and Disney Store to Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. and more. Participating “treat” retailers will have a “Trick-or-Treat Here” sign in their windows.

Adults can take advantage of special store offers ranging from 15 percent to 30 percent off purchases to gift-with-purchase incentives. Retailers such as Anteprima Wirebag, Max & Co., LeSportsac, Swatch, Thinker Toys, Thinker Tots, W Salon and more will offer Halloween specials throughout Halloween weekend. A complete list of participating stores is available at Ala Moana’s Customer Service desk. Customers must present flier to receive shopping discounts and incentives.

For more information, visit alamoanacenter.com.

Waikele Outlets Pink Event

Waikele Outlets Pink Event

Waikele Premium Outlets teams up with Susan G. Komen for the Cure to support breast cancer awareness, outreach, research and treatment programs in its community. During the month of October, shoppers can text PINK to 90999* to donate $10 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure and then enjoy a rewarding day of shopping at the on-site Premium Outlets Pink Event Oct. 30 and 31.

Shoppers who make a donation can show the receipt on their phone at the event registration table from noon to 6 p.m. to receive a special savings card filled with discounts from Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Coach, LeSportsac, Michael Kors and more. On-site donations via cash or check also will be accepted during event hours, with all proceeds benefitting the Hawaii Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. A representative from the Komen Affiliate also will be available to answer questions regarding breast health and the organization’s efforts.

For more information, call 676-5656.

October Events At Nordstrom

Nordstrom at Ala Moana Center presents Not Your Daughter’s Jeans, a breast cancer awareness promotion now through Nov. 30.

In support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Not Your Daughter’s Jeans will donate $1 for every woman who tries on a pair of NYDJ denim at Nordstrom stores nationwide in October and November. NYDJ will make a minimum guaranteed donation of $75,000 and a maximum donation of $100,000 to Komen for the Cure.

Also happening at Nordstrom this month:

* Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a representative from ECCO will be in the women’s shoes department to showcase the newest styles for the season and assist with selection.

* From now through Oct. 31, Estee Lauder offers a free seven-piece gift with any Estee Lauder purchase of $29.50 or more. Add two dual-ended essentials for lips and lashes with any Estee Lauder purchase of $55 or more. Also, receive a free 10-day supply of your perfect foundation shade when you get matched at your favorite Estee Lauder counter, while supplies last.

For more information, call 953-6100.

Tory Burch Opens Ala Moana Boutique

Tory Burch Opens Ala Moana Boutique

Tory Burch opened at Ala Moana Center last Friday - the company’s 40th store - with a traditional Hawaiian blessing by kahu Kawika Kahiapo. The 3,100-square-foot boutique is the company’s first location in Hawaii and features the entire Tory Burch collection, including ready-to-wear, shoes, handbags, eyewear, jewelry and small leather goods.

The decor of the boutique is inspired by chairman Tory Burch’s lifestyle concept and reflects the iconic style of the first Tory Burch flagship on Elizabeth Street in New York City, starting with her signature orange lacquer door.

At Ala Moana Center, Tory Burch is located Mall Level, near the Apple Store. For more information, call 945-2670.

Kahala Hotel Hosts Event & Bridal Show

The Kahala Hotel & Resort’s annual Event & Bridal Showcase returns Oct. 22 from 5 to 9 p.m., but this year also will feature services and amenities for holiday parties, anniversaries, birthdays and more.

Peruse themed party and wedding tents throughout the resort, including gowns and cultural and event clothing, or participate in free consultations with event planners, photographers, makeup artists, video-graphers, florists, linen providers and more. The popular wedding cake, reception menu and champagne tastings also will be available.

Guests can tour different sites located throughout the property, including the Kahala’s ballrooms and guest rooms. Individual sites will feature complete ceremony setup with floral arrangements, chairs and aisles; banquet setups; a pastry chef station and vendors that are key to the overall success of a dream wedding.

To register for the event, visit thekahalaresort.com/bridal_showcase/ or call 739-8715.

Wacoal Hosts FI(GH)T For The Cure Event

Wacoal Hosts FI(GH)T For The Cure Event

Receive a complimentary bra fitting while helping to find a cure for breast cancer at Wacoal’s FI(GH)T for the Cure event Oct. 9 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Macy’s Ala Moana. Participate in any Fit for the Cure event and sign up to receive a monthly e-mail reminder to do a self breast exam. For every woman who participates, Wacoal will donate $2 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure for breast cancer research and community health programs. Wacoal also will donate an additional $2 for every Wacoal bra, shapewear piece or b.tempt’d bra purchased at these events.

For 10 years, Wacoal has provided education and fitting for nearly 500,000 women across 718 U.S. cities about the importance of bra fit, foundation and breast health. To date, through FI(GH)T for the Cure, Wacoal has donated more than $2.5 million to Susan G. Komen for the Cure.

According to Wacoal, research shows that eight out of 10 women are wearing the wrong-sized bra. Women should be professionally fitted for a bra once a year to ensure their bra size has not changed as a result of fluctuations in their body.

For more information on the upcoming Fit for the Cure event at Macy’s, call 941-2345.

Mall Expands Military Program

In a salute to the military community, Windward Mall is expanding its popular Military Monday program to take place every Monday of each month starting Oct. 4.

Previously, it was offered only on the first Mondays of each month. Additionally, more than 50 merchants, including several new mall merchants, will join the program to offer an even greater selection of deals.

The program provides a 15 percent discount on qualified purchases at participating merchants and eateries throughout the mall for active duty, retired military and qualified military family members including Department of Defense employees (with a valid U.S. military ID). Check store windows for Military Monday designated signs. Some restrictions apply.

For more information and a complete listing of Military Monday participating merchants, visit WindwardMall.com or call 235-1143.

High Tech Tools Event At Sephora

High Tech Tools Event At Sephora

Stop by Sephora Ala Moana Sept. 24 and 25 from noon to 5 p.m., or Sephora Pearlridge Sept. 26 from noon to 5 p.m. for a High Tech Beauty Event featuring the Clarisonic family of cleansing brushes, Bliss Pore-fector and the Clarisonic Opal (for treating fine lines and wrinkles around the eye area). Call Sephora Ala Moana (944-9797) or Sephora Pearlridge (487-0660) to make an appointment.

Fashionista’s Market Hosts Closet Swap

Clean out your closets for Fashionista’s Market’s fourth annual Closet Swap Oct. 9 at Luana Hills Country Club. It starts with a champagne breakfast at 9:30 a.m. followed by the swapping at 11 a.m.

This year’s swap also features exciting recyclable games, raffles, designer finds and more. Fashionista’s Market also will set up racks of “ultra cute” clothes and accessories with a portion of the sales to be donated to charity.

To participate in the Closet Swap, clean out your closet of fashionable gently used or new clothes, bags, shoes and accessories that don’t fit or you haven’t worn in the past six months. Drop them off at the Fashionista’s Market boutique (1185 Bethel St.) through Oct. 6. Your items will be tallied up and you’ll receive a ticket with the amount of pieces you’ve qualified for toward your swapping credit.

Then, on Oct. 9, Closet Swap participants can take home the amount of items marked on their tickets. All remaining clothing and accessories will be donated to the Leeward Domestic Abuse Shelter.

Attendees also are asked to bring their own reusable totes in which to take home their swapped clothes, and to bring donations such as children’s clothes, books, toys and toiletries. Closet Swap tickets are $30 and available through Sept. 29 at Fashionista’s Market or by phone at 537-1115.

Only 250 tickets are available. For more information, visit FashionistasMarket.com.

Fighting Eel Opens New Store

Fighting Eel Opens New Store

Local designers Rona Bennett and Lan Chung of Fighting Eel have opened a new flagship store at 1133 Bethel St. in Downtown Honolulu.

The fashion gurus also opened a T-shirt store next door called TeeTee Bar offering trendy T-shirts for men, women and children. Business hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, closed on Sundays. For more information, call 738-9300 (Fighting Eel) or 738-9301 (TeeTee Bar).

Ward Welcomes New Merchants

Ward Centers welcomes four new merchants to its family of more than 135 shops and eateries: The Pet Corner, All About Hawaii, Blazin’ Steaks and Point Break.

The Pet Corner: The Pet Spot at Ward Warehouse is now under new ownership and will be renamed The Pet Corner. The store carries a large selection of pet supplies for dogs, cats, birds, small animals and fish. There also are puppies for sale, all of which come from small, local breeders.

Point Break: Opening Sept. 16 at Ward Centre Streetfront next to Taco Del Mar, Point Break offers custom epoxy surfboards at unbeatable prices from reputable shapers, as well as the latest in surf apparel and accessories for men and women. Brands include Volcom, Quiksilver, Rip Curl, O’Neill, Reef, Fox Riders, Lost, Lucy Love, Havaianas, Melissa and more.

All About Hawaii: Located at Ward Centre near Borders Books & Music, All About Hawaii carries island-inspired apparel for women, including M.Mac and Noe Clothing, which are offered exclusively at the Ward Centre location. The store also sells bags, baby blankets, locally made cookies and salad dressing.

Blazin’ Steaks: This popular local eatery is at Ward Warehouse, Diamond Head Food Court, and offers affordable steak, garlic steak, shrimp, fish and chicken plates, as well as party platters.

For more information, visit WardCenters.com.

 

Sephora Opens In Waikiki

Sephora Opens In Waikiki

Sephora opens its third store in Hawaii at Waikiki Shopping Plaza, offering more than 13,000 products from more than 20 brands, including Sephora’s own collection of makeup, skincare, tools, accessories, and bath and body products.

Other products available include makeup lines by Bare Escentuals, Benefit, MAKE UP FOR EVER, Tarina Tarantino, Temptu and tokidoki; skincare lines Bliss, Clarisonic, Kinerase, Murad, PerriconeMD Cosmeceuticals and Philosophy; fragrance offerings from Fracas, Leslie Blodgett Perfume Diaries, Marc Jacobs and Stella McCartney; and specialty hair care lines such as HerCut, Living Proof, Oscar Blandi and Sultra.

In an effort to be “gorgeously green,” Sephora in Waikiki will use LED lighting on fixtures to reduce overall energy consumption, Sephora also is located at Ala Moana Center and Pearlridge.

Pandora Opens In Ala Moana Center

Valerie Yamashita, who has more than 18 years’ experience as a local retail owner, opens Hawaii’s first Pandora concept store in Ala Moana Center. After she began carrying Pandora in her first store Craft Flair in 2004, Yamashita expanded it to Jewel Flair in Ala Moana in 2008 and Ward Centre in May 2010. Pandora is known for its customizable charm bracelets with a selection of more than 800 handcrafted charms in sterling silver, 14K gold, gem-stones, glass, enamel and wood.

In addition to the charm bracelets, the Pandora concept store carries its entire collection of jewelry including its composable earring line, 18K Love Pod jewelry, Liquid Silver jewelry and the matching rings and necklaces of the Stories line. At Ala Moana, Pandora is located on the Mall Level, Nordstrom Wing. For more information, call 946-8001.

Fashion’s Night Out At Ala Moana Center

Ala Moana Center will join the fashion capitals of the world in celebrating Fashion’s Night Out Sept. 10 from 5 to 9 p.m. with fall runway shows, chic cocktail receptions, gift-with-purchase promotions and limited-edition products for shoppers.

Fashion’s Night Out is a program created in 2009 in collaboration with American Vogue, the Council of Fashion Designers of America, NYC & Company and the City of New York. Retailers, designers and brands throughout New York City are participating, along with at least 15 countries led by international Vogue editions including Australia, China, France, Japan, India, Italy and Germany.

This year, more than 80 retailers at Ala Moana Center will offer special incentives for shoppers to celebrate fashion. Neiman Marcus will host “Project: Trends,” where local fashion students will compete in a styling contest by dressing live models judged by a panel of fashion and media personalities.

Nordstrom will feature mini fashion seminars and offer a gift with purchase.

Luxury stores Escada, Fendi, Gucci, Harry Winston, Miu Miu and more will host cocktail and refreshment receptions.

Brontibay Paris, Custo Barcelona, Folli Follie, Island Edge, J.Crew-on-the-island, LeSportsac, Maui Divers, Pandora, Sears, Swatch and True Religion Brand Jeans are just a few of the stores offering a gift with purchase.

There also will be live runway shows featuring the latest in fall trends scheduled each hour at Centerstage. In addition, Ala Moana Center is offering a free limited-edition fashion bag (pictured here) with $75 in Ala Moana Center receipts from participating Fashion’s Night Out stores dated Sept. 10 from 5 to 9 p.m., redeemable at mall level, Center Court, while supplies last.

To ensure that an evening of fashion and fun also supports the greater good, Ala Moana Center will accept donations during the event for Dress for Success Honolulu, a nonprofit organization that promotes the economic independence of disadvantaged women by providing professional attire, a network of support and career development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Some stores participating in Fashion’s Night Out will offer special discounts and incentives for Dress for Success donations.

For more information and a complete listing of events, visit alamoanacenter.com.

 

Nolan Robert Cosmetics At Valerie Joseph

Hawaii-born celebrity makeup artist Nolan Makaawaawa showcases his new cosmetic line, Nolan Robert Cosmetics, at Valerie Joseph Boutique in Ala Moana Center Aug. 28 from 5 to 8 p.m. He also will offer customers makeup tips on how to use his products and a 10 percent discount.

Makaawaawa, winner of Lifetime’s reality TV show Blush: The Search for the Next Great Makeup Artist in December 2008, also is a Turbo Kick Boxing and hip-hop instructor and reportedly designed his cosmetics for the active women.

Fans also can meet Makaawaawa Aug. 29 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Fresh, a fashion benefit for Community Helping Schools at Rumours Nightclub in Ala Moana Hotel. The event, presented by the Valerie Joseph Boutique and P.I.N.C., will feature a fashion show, pupu buffet, dessert and candy bar, silent auction and music by Kaala Boys. Must be 21 and older to attend.

Tickets are $20 and available at the Valerie Joseph Boutique or online at valeriejoseph.com. For more information, call 942-5258.

Children’s Consignment Event At Windward Mall

Children’s Consignment Event At Windward Mall

The next Rhea Lana Hawaii children’s consignment event happens Aug. 27 to 29 at Windward Mall. Consignors can register and input items now through Aug. 22 at honolulu.rhealana.com.

This will be Rhea Lana Hawaii’s final sales event of the year. The temporary store will be located on the second level near Regal Theatres and will accept clothing (children, maternity and junior), toys (indoor and outdoor), furniture (children and household), baby equipment, books, puzzles, video games, DVDs, sports equipment and more. Consignors keep 70 percent of their total sales.

 

“Our specialty is name-brand and boutique-brand children’s clothing,” notes Terrence Iwamoto, president of Rhea Lana Hawaii. “Children’s furniture, toys and baby equipment are also among our top sellers. Expectant mothers love shopping at our events because of the wide selection, unique items and the opportunity to get everything they need in one place.” Rhea Lana Hawaii also has partnered with The Lokahi Giving Project, which will receive a portion of the sale’s proceeds and will distribute any donated, unsold items directly to families in need in Hawaii. For more information, visit rhealana.com, e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or call 306-5999.

Festival Of Giving At Ward Centers

Ward Centers offers local nonprofit organizations an opportunity to raise money for their causes by selling tickets for Festival of Giving, a three-day shopping extravaganza that takes place Nov. 12-14. The $10 tickets give shoppers exclusive discounts and special offers from more than 100 participating shops and restaurants throughout Ward Centers. Participating nonprofit groups begin selling tickets in September, and the organizations keep 100 percent of their ticket proceeds.

A special meeting for interested nonprofits is scheduled for Aug. 24 at 10:30 a.m. To register for the meeting or for more information, call Heidi Kuia at 591-8411, ext. 231 or e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). RSVPs for the meeting are requested by Aug. 18.

Eat Pray Love At Kahala Mall To Benefit Josephsohn Spirit Fund

Kahala Mall has partnered with Fashion With a Cause to host a fundraiser for the Elissa Josephsohn Spirit Fund at Kapiolani Women’s Center, which helps to educate women on combating ovarian cancer and to provide massage, spa, entertainment and other quality-of-life services to its patients undergoing cancer treatment.

The fundraiser takes place Aug. 14 from 12:30 to 4 p.m. at Consolidated’s Kahala Theatres. Inspired by the bestseller Eat Pray Love and soon-to-be-released film starring Julia Roberts, the event begins with coffee, gelato, wine, chocolates, a dessert bar and door prizes. Guests will then be entertained by the musical stylings of Emi Hart and the exotic dance moves of Willow Chang, followed at 1:45 p.m. by a screening of the film Eat Pray Love. Tickets cost $35 and can be purchased at any of the following Kahala Mall boutiques: Adore, Calista, The Compleat Kitchen, In My Closet, Ohelo Road, SoHa Living, Therapy Boutique. Seating is limited to 350 attendees.

All proceeds from the event will benefit the Elissa Josephsohn Spirit Fund at Kapiolani Women’s Center. Kahala Mall worked closely with Lisa on many of her entertainment projects, most recently, Cirque Dreams Jungle Fantasy and the musical MAMMA MIA! She died last August of primary peritoneal cancer at the age of 60.

 

For those who cannot attend the fundraiser but wish to lend their support, donations can be sent directly to: Elissa Josephsohn Spirit Fund, Kapiolani Health Foundation, 55 Merchant St. Suite 2600, Honolulu, HI 96813.

 

Sale At 2Couture

SALE AT 2COUTURE

Fashion designers Eric Chandler and Takeo Kobayashi of 2Couture are hosting a “hot summer sale” Aug. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon at their office located at 1128 Nuuanu Ave., Suite 204. Gowns, high-fashion apparel, vintage apparel, accessories and various decor items will be for sale.

The sale is open to the public. For more information, call 538-6690.

 

HOUSE OF ARIA OPENS

The Waiau Center in Pearl City welcomes House of Aria, a new boutique offering “comfortable, chic and figure-flattering clothing for the confident, modern and style-savvy woman.”

Brands available include Audrey 3+1, Collective Clothing, Lush, Andie Hart, Ginger 13, Koi Scrubs and more.

House of Aria is located at 98-450 Kamehameha Hwy., Suite 3. For more information, visit houseofaria.net or call 626-5982.

Island Edge Opens

Island Edge, a new store at Ala Moana Center featuring exclusive collections of contemporary island fashions and lifestyle accessories, hosts a grand opening and fashion show July 30 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Many of the items available are made by Hawaii designers such as Roberta Oaks, Andy Mohan, Leighton Lam and Fighting Eel.

The store also presents The Island Edge Design Star, a fashion competition to give fashion designers an opportunity to begin or advance their careers. Contestants are required to submit a women’s or men’s clothing outfit in the form of one wearable garment sample (in size 2) and design sketches. The grand prize winner will have their design manufactured, sold in the store, receive naming rights for the label and royalties from sales.

In addition, the winner will receive $2,000 in prize money and $1,000 to donate to a charitable cause of their choice. Second- and third-place winners will receive $1,000 and $500 respectively. The designs and sketches will have dedicated displays in the store for one month where the public can cast ballots and send text messages for their favorite.

The Island Edge Design Star contest is open to Hawaii residents at least 18 years of age. Registration forms are available at Island Edge (located on the Mall Level across from Victoria’s Secret). Entries must be mailed to Pomare, Merchandising Department, 700 N. Nimitz Highway, Honolulu, HI 96817, and postmarked by Oct. 8. For more information, call 973-3269.

Kimora Lee Simmons Comes To Hawaii

Kimora Lee Simmons Comes To Hawaii

Big Ben Entertainment has announced that fashion mogul Kimora Lee Simmons will be in Hawaii for a Baby Phat fashion show Aug. 21. There also will be a Baby Phat/Hello Kitty fashion show concert the night before. Location, show time and ticket information are still being finalized.

The supermodel, television personality, businesswoman and mother of three - girls Aoki Lee and Ming Lee Simmons and baby boy Kenzo Lee Hounsou - is expected to be traveling with her husband, three-time Academy Award nominee Djimon Hounsou, and a crew from the Style Network for filming of her reality show Kimora: Life in the Fab Lane.

For more information, call 306-9604.

Summer Style Events At Windward Mall

“Reserve Your Sense of Style Summer Edition at Windward Mall” takes place this month, starting with a three-day back-to-school sidewalk sale July 23 to 25.

And on July 24, Torch Entertainment presents Fuse, a talent showcase at 1 p.m. featuring dance performances by 24-VII Danceforce, Studio 808 Dance Project and Central YMCA’s Dance Central, as well as shows by Pas De Deux Performing Arts School, vocalist Jocelyn Palola and magic by Kaulana.

Then on July 31 it’s the Summer Glow Spa Series at 3 p.m. featuring a beauty seminar and special prize drawings, followed by an Ohana Concert featuring Kolohe Kai at 4 p.m. and a live runway fashion show and dance expo at 6.

Mall hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.

For more information, visit WindwardMall.com or call 235-1143.

Pearlridge Center Welcomes New Tenants

Pearlridge Center has announced that Blue Hawaii Surf and Title Guaranty Escrow will open this fall, and Bed Bath & Beyond and Panda Express will open later this summer. Also, Aeropostale opened its doors June 18.

Aeropostale is located Uptown, first level, next to Gymboree. The 2,900-square-foot store features high-quality, fashion-forward casual apparel and accessories for teens and young adults.

Title Guaranty Escrow will open a 1,000-square-foot office in September. It will be located in Pearlridge West in the former Modern Shoe Repair and Pearlridge Barber Shop & Hairstyling spaces.

The new 2,800-square-foot Blue Hawaii Surf store will be located Uptown, second level, in the former Kazu Couture and Cathay Kai locations. The local lifestyle retailer features men’s, women’s and kids’ surf and skate equipment, apparel and accessories. It is expected to open in November.

Bed Bath & Beyond will open its first Hawaii store in the nearly 66,000-square-foot former Circuit City location. Bed Bath & Beyond’s extensive line of merchandise includes bed linens, bath accessories, window treatments, kitchen linens, as well as cookware, dinnerware, glassware, lifestyle accessories, closet and storage items and juvenile items.

Panda Express will open this spring in the Uptown Food Court. The location was formerly Patti’s Chinese Kitchen.

 

Kinerase Event At Sephora

Kinerase introduces its newest product, the C8 Peptide Under Eye Treatment ($68), a refreshing gel that is fortified with a higher concentration of C8’s signature blend of proprietary Kinetin, SNAP-8 neuropeptide and vitamin C to help reduce the look of crow’s feet and aging around the eyes. It also is formulated with Haloxyl, which visibly reduces the look of under-eye circles, EyePro 3X which helps reduce the appearance of puffiness due to excess fluid buildup, and other innovative ingredients that brighten and visibly boost skin rejuvenation.

Also new is the Kinerase Restructure Firming Eye Cream ($55), which uses elastin-strengthening technology to lift, moisturize and smooth the eye area.

Stop by Sephora Ala Moana July 10 from noon to 5 p.m. or Sephora Pearlridge July 11 from noon to 5 p.m. and experience a complimentary facial starting with a cleansing with the Clarisonic brush system, followed by the new Kinerase C8 Peptide Eye Treatment and finished with the new Kinerase Restructure Pearlridge (487-0660) to schedule your appointment.

East-West Center’s 50th Anniversary Aloha Shirt

The East-West Center has partnered with Tori Richard to produce limited-edition aloha shirts exclusively designed for the center’s 50th anniversary.

Four designs are available - two for men and two for women - with the East-West Center logo subtly embroidered on the left sleeve.

The men’s shirt is a block style print with enhanced batik crackle, available in blue or red, and is 100 percent cotton broadcloth, a very durable and easy-care fabric.

One women’s design is a clean monotone print playing on positive and negative spaces with a mix of tropical and paisley motifs, while the other blends bamboo and orchids to create a feeling of serenity.

The women’s blouses are 100 percent viscose, which feels and drapes like silk. The men’s shirts cost $45 (available in sizes small, medium, large, X-large and XX-large) and the women’s $40 (available in sizes X-small, small, medium, large and X-large).

The aloha shirts can be ordered online at http://www.eastwestcenter.org/alumni/ewca-conferences/2010-hawaii/ewc-50th-anniversary-aloha-shirt/, and will be distributed at the East-West Center Alumni Conference in July.

Split Obsession Moves To New Space

Split Obsession Moves To New Space

Split Obsession at Ala Moana Center has moved from its ground floor location to a new spot on the second floor near Neiman Marcus. The new space is twice the size of its previous street level store, and will continue to host various art and fashion events, as well as support local artists and designers, such as Machine Machine, Moopiland, Allison Izu, CC Doodle, Laakea Jewelry and Super Good.

With its new space, the store also will carry children’s clothing and expand its selection of gift items and artist-designed exclusive Split Obsession T-shirts. For more information, visit www.splitobsession.com or call 951-8480.

New Stores At Ward

Ward Centers welcomes five new stores: Abracadabra, a new kiosk at Ward Entertainment Center, offers embroidered baseball caps, vintage hats, handmade hats and children’s hats in exclusive designs, as well as jewelry, keychains and handbags.

Downtown Gifthings, located in Ward Warehouse, offers personalized and inspiration jewelry, fashion accessories, eco-friendly products, stationery and a wide selection of travel bags and accessories. Eden in Love is a new boutique created by The Wedding Cafe at Ward Warehouse in order to distinguish its clothing, shoes and accessories collection from the bridal boutique that it’s best-known for.

Jewel Flair at Ward Centre offers jewelry from local, national and international designers, including Pandora charm bracelets. Discount Mobile & Computer Repair, a kiosk at Ward Warehouse, offers cellular phone and iPhone equipment and accessories, and computer technical assistance and intake for computer repairs done at an offsite location.

For more information, visit www.WardCenters.com.

Guava Shop’s Clothing Swap

North Shore’s Guava Shop, a beachy chic boutique, is teaming up again with Kokua Hawaii Foundation from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 26, for its second Community Clothing Swap.

Interested swappers are welcome to bring swappable clothing to the store through June 25 to receive swap meet tickets, which can be used to purchase clothing on the day of the event.

 

All clothing swap participants will be given 10 percent off the entire store’s merchandise and 20 percent off all marked, green-themed items. Green-themed merchandise includes: Envirosax, Baggu, Alternative Apparel Organic cottons, Maile Organics and Soap & Paper Company.

The amount of swap tickets given depends on the “value” of the clothing, which is determined at the discretion of the Guava Shop owners or Kokua Hawaii Foundation volunteers. Value will be based on the cleanliness, quality, style and brand of the clothing items.

Swappable items must be clean (freshly laundered) and in very good condition. All unclaimed items will be donated to various local non-profits that provide clothing to people in need.

Swap tickets also can be purchased for $3 per ticket on the day of the event.

Camp Gorgeous At Neiman Marcus

Camp Gorgeous At Neiman Marcus

Pick up everything you need for a beautiful summer at Neiman Marcus’ Camp Gorgeous happening now through June 20.

Spend $85 in cosmetics and receive a Neiman Marcus exclusive straw tote (pictured at right, available in orange, yellow or turquoise) filled with a variety of samples, including an Eau de Cartier Essence d’Orange fragrance sample, Frederic Fekkai Salon Glaze packette, Glowelle packette and Kate Somerville tanning towelette.

 

One tote per customer, while supplies last. For more information, visit www.neimanmarcus.com or call the Ala Moana store at 951-8887.

Bridal Fair At Harry Winston

From now through June 12, the Harry Winston salon at Ala Moana Center will host the Winston Bridal Fair, an exquisite bridal event celebrating love, romance and Harry Winston’s stunning diamonds. Capturing the spirit and style of the Winston bride, the salon will be specially decorated throughout the duration of the event. Guests will have the opportunity to meet with a sales executive to view the full range of Harry Winston’s bridal collections, from classic solitaires with tapered baguettes, to diamond rock bands, and the HW Ring, a contemporary engagement ring design from the House of Winston.

The salon also will conduct brief presentations June 11 and 12 from 6 to 7 p.m. on how to select your perfect Harry Winston diamond. Space is limited. For more details, call 791-4000.

To view Harry Winston’s selection of diamond engagement rings, visit www.harrywinston.com.

 

Nordstrom Cosmetic Trend Show

Nordstrom at Ala Moana Center presents a beauty show highlighting the newest makeup, skincare and fragrance must-haves Saturday, May 29. Doors open at 7:30 a.m., show starts at 8, and appointments begin at 10:30 a.m.

Industry experts will update you on the latest beauty trends and share their secrets. Guest speakers include Ross Burton (celebrity makeup artist), Victor Cembellin (senior pro artist with MAC cosmetics), Deborah Lippmann (celebrity manicurist whose clients include Sarah Jessica Parker, Mariah Carey and Cher), Gier Ness (owner and creator of Laila Fragrances), John Fussell (national artist for Chanel cosmetics), RC Stephens (international artist for NARS cosmetics), Jarvis Johnson (global artist for Laura Mercier) and more.

 

Tickets cost $15 and are redeemable toward your cosmetics purchase of $15 or more on the day of the event. Plus, receive a gift for attending the show, while supplies last. There also will be a Mascara Madness promotion. Customers who purchase any two mascaras will get one mascara free of equal or lesser value, in the same brand. Primers and lash enhancers do not qualify.

Also happening at Nordstrom May 29:

* Meet Dior’s national artist Thuy Pham from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Pham and her team of Dior experts will show you the new trends in signature Dior cosmetic and skin products. Reserve an appointment for a one-on-one consultation.

* Bobbi Brown’s latest trends event from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Learn the latest trends in spring makeup by booking an appointment with a featured artist.

* Trish McEvoy latest tips and techniques from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Stop by the Trish McEvoy counter and learn the latest tips and techniques of the season. Book your complimentary appointment with a Trish McEvoy makeup expert.

* Meet Chanel’s national artist John Fussell. John and his team of Chanel experts will help you create your new look for the season. Reserve an appointment for a one-on-one consultation.

To reserve an appointment or for more information, visit www.nordstrom.com or call 953-6100.

Project Runway Casting

Project Runway Casting

Do you have what it takes to be the next top fashion designer? Do you want a chance to show your fashion designs during New York Fashion Week? Do you want to win $100,000 to launch your own fashion line? The popular TV reality show Project Runway is casting for season eight. Hosted by supermodel Heidi Klum, the hit series provides budding designers with an opportunity to launch their careers in fashion under the watchful eye of mentor and Liz Claiborne chief creative officer Tim Gunn. Apply at www.bunim-murray.com/prcasting or e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Application deadline is April 22.

 

Pirates of the Caribbean Casting

Male extras (pirates, sailors and cast members), photo doubles and stand-ins are needed for the movie Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides, which is being filmed on Oahu and Kauai in June and July.

An open casting call is scheduled for Saturday, April 24, at the Waikiki Community Center (310 Paoakalani Ave.) at 9, 10 and 11 a.m., and 1, 2, 3 and 4 p.m. Choose an audition time listed above and don’t be late.

No experience is necessary. Bring a pen or pencil, and a 3-by-5 current color photo (no wigs, makeup or sunglasses in photos, and shoot it from the waist up). Only applications from men are being accepted at this time, and you must be 18 years or older and be legal to work in the U.S.

There is no on-site parking, but ample parking is available at the Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Shell and Kapiolani Park.

For more information, visit www.SandeAlessiCasting.com.

 

Bliss Launches New Product At Sephora

Bliss launches its newest product, the Triple Oxygen+C Energizing Cream, this month at Sephora with a special event March 26 and 27 from noon to 6 p.m. at Sephora Ala Moana, and March 28 from noon to 5 p.m. at Sephora Pearlridge.

This new product ($54, 1.7-ounce) is a dewy, lightweight, gel-cream formulated with three skin oxygenators and advanced vitamin C to moisturize, revive and brighten skin.

It’s also paraben-free and can be used for all skin types, safe even for sensitive skin.

At this upcoming promotion, customers will get to experience the benefits of the Bliss Triple Oxygen+C Energizing Cream as company representatives conduct complimentary Bliss facials while using the popular Clarisonic sonic skin cleansing system.

Call Sephora Ala Moana (944-9797) or Sephora Pearlridge (487-0660) to schedule an appointment.

There also will be a gift with any purchase of Bliss and/or Clarisonic products.

Ala Moana Center Hosts Shop A Le’a

Ala Moana Center presents its third annual Shop a Le’a, a weeklong spring shopping event, from March 22 to 28.

Shopping enthusiasts can enjoy more than 150 experiences and offers encompassing fashion, health and beauty, active lifestyle, home decor, travel, music and cuisine.

Included as part of the lineup are fashion shows and trunk shows, exclusive products, events at Centerstage, cuisine demonstrations, mall-wide shopping and dining offers, a grand prize spa vacation for two to Sedona, a donation opportunity for Dress for Success and much more.

A commemorative Shop a Le’a organic cotton tote will be the centerwide gift with purchase. Shoppers who redeem $200 in Ala Moana Center store and restaurant receipts dated from March 22 to 28 at the Customer Service Center will receive the chic, organic cotton tote (pictured here). Limit one per person, while supplies last.

Also, one of Shop a Le’a's highlights will be the introduction of Shopping Serenades,Ala Moana Center’s new monthly evening of music and retail therapy. The pau hana event takes place March 25 from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Level 3 of the Nordstrom Wing. Enjoy live entertainment by Grammy nominee Amy Hanaialii from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. and opening act Kaiholu from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.

For details, visit www.AlaMoanaCenter.com.

Sedona Jewelry Trunk Show

Sedona Jewelry Trunk Show

Sedona presents a gem and jewelry trunk show and sale March 13 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and March 14 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Sedona store in Ward Centre (ground level, next to Paul Brown Salon and Day Spa).

The trunk show will feature Deidre Berg, a Washington State-based wholesale gem-stone and jewelry dealer as well as a large shipment of new jewelry and stones brought back from the Tucson Gem Show by Sedona’s owner Malia Johnson.

Also, a special shipment of amethyst and citrine geodes, natural crystals, rare mineral specimens and stone carvings for collectors, and handmade jewelry with colored gem-stones set in sterling silver and 14K gold will be offered at dealer-direct prices for this weekend only. There also will be a wide assortment of affordable semi-precious stone and sterling silver jewelry priced below $50 and a number of bargain flats with unusual minerals. Also, 14K gold jewelry by designer Go Jolly will be on sale at 30 percent off.

A portion of the proceeds from the Sedona Gem and Jewelry Show will be donated to The Hawaii Foodbank.

Free Prom Dresses @Bella Boutique

The Bella Project and Cupola Theatre present The Bella Boutique March 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Honolulu Design Center (1250 Kapiolani Blvd.)

At this event, the Bella Project will give away dresses, shoes, jewelry and makeup for prom to Hawaii high school girls. The Bella Project is a 501(c)(3) organization with a mission to make prom affordable for every high school girl by collecting formal dresses and accessories, and providing them free of charge to those unable to purchase prom attire.

About 200 new or “virtually new” formal dresses have been collected since September 2009, and The Bella Project welcomes any high school girl unable to purchase her own prom attire. No proof of financial need is required, but attendees must provide a valid high school ID or other proof of enrollment in a Hawaii high school.

For more information, visit www.thebellaprojecthawaii.org.

Pearlridge Center Welcomes New Stores

Pearlridge Center Welcomes New Stores

Pearlridge Center welcomes new retailers and eateries in coming months, including Bed Bath & Beyond, Aeropostale (Uptown, first level), JHL Jewelry (Uptown, first level), Panda Express (Uptown, first level), Sanrio Cafe (Downtown, second level) and Vans (Downtown, second level).

This will be Bed Bath & Beyond’s first Hawaii store, and is scheduled to open late this summer in the nearly 66,000-square-foot former Circuit City location. Bed Bath & Beyond’s extensive line of merchandise includes bed linens, bath accessories, window treatments, kitchen linens, as well as cookware, dinnerware, glassware, lifestyle accessories, closet and storage items, and juvenile items.

Aeropostale will open this spring in the 2,900-square-foot former Honolua Surf Company location. The store carries fashion-forward casual apparel and accessories for young men and women.

 

JHL Jewelry will open this spring in the 500-square-foot former location of W.C. Jewelry and features fine women’s and men’s jewelry, gifts and timepieces.

Sanrio Cafe is scheduled to open this month as the only Sanrio-licensed eatery in the nation. Partners Ben Chow and Cyrus Goo will offer pastries, sandwiches, fruit salads and other tasty creations inspired by Sanrio characters, such as Hello Kitty, Pochacco and Keroppi. Other selections include specialty coffees, teas and smoothies. Goo, an award-winning pastry chef from Cafe Laufer, will focus on establishing the Sanrio Cafe as a healthy-eating landmark for the entire family.

Martin & MacArthur Opens At Hilton Hawaiian Village

Martin & MacArthur opened its fifth retail showroom last Friday in the Hilton Hawaiian Village with a free-standing building measuring 1,700 square feet located off the Tapa Tower and Rainbow Drive.

The new Waikiki store is the third Martin & MacArthur location on Oahu, joining sites at Ward Centre and Ala Moana Center. Its other retail locations are on Maui at Whaler’s Village and The Shops at Wailea.

As with all Martin & MacArthur stores, the new location features the company’s own koa furniture and home accessories - all made in Hawaii. Additionally, the store will feature home furnishings made by more than 100 artisans from across the Islands who specialize in creating items for elegant living in Hawaii.

Also, in a unique agreement with the Hilton Hawaiian Village, the new Martin & MacArthur store will host regular, ongoing events for hotel guests and kamaaina alike. These will include the following hands-on classes and demonstrations: * Feather lei-making with award-winning artisan Boris Huang. * Kapa pounding with native Hawaiian artist Dalani Tanahy. * Hawaiian stuffed-bear making with Sheri Lee. * Jewelry making with various local artists.

Also, renowned Oahu painters such as Tim Nguyen will be featured on a regular basis.

In celebration of the opening of the new Hilton Hawaiian Village store, Martin & MacArthur will host a koa furniture sale at all locations, including its Honolulu furniture workshop at 1815 Kahai St. in Kalihi. All koa furniture will be on sale at up to 50 percent off through March 8.

For more information, visit www.MartinandMacArthur.com.

Beauty On Location At Nordstrom Ala Moana

Stop by Nordstrom Ala Moana March 19 and 20 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. for Beauty On Location, a beauty show highlighting the newest makeup, skincare and fragrance must-haves. RSVP to this event to receive a complimentary, personalized makeup or skincare consultation from industry experts. For more information, call 953-6100.

Also on March 20, ZO Skin Health creator Dr. Zein Obagi will make a personal appearance from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. A board-certified dermatologist and skincare pioneer for more than 20 years, Dr. Obagi has created a line of prescription-strength and anti-aging products that have become the gold-standard for results-oriented skincare. Space is limited. Call 953-6100 to make your appointment.

Robyn Rhodes Trunk Show

Robyn Rhodes Trunk Show

Celebrity jewelry designer Robyn Rhodes is bringing hundreds of her necklaces, earrings, bracelets and rings for an in-store event at Cottage by the Sea in Ward Warehouse Feb. 27 and 28 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Her jewelry has been seen on some of Hollywood’s hottest trend-setters such as Jessica Alba and Penelope Cruz. She also was featured in InStyle last November. For more information, visit www.cottagehawaii.com or call 591-9811.

Hawaii Girl On ‘America’s Next Top Model’

Congratulations to Tatianna Kern of Ewa Beach, who beat out thousands of applicants to be on the new season of Tyra Bank’s America’s Next Top Model. In addition to being a model, Kern is a college student studying microbiology and wants to be a coroner. Cycle 14 of America’s Next Top Model kicks off March 10 on The CW.

Meet Hello Kitty At Sanrio Ala Moana

Meet Hello Kitty At Sanrio Ala Moana

Sanrio Ala Moana celebrates its new ownership by Nakajima USA with a party Feb. 20 and 21.

Meet Hello Kitty both days at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. There also will be mystery discounts, games, surprise bags, sale items, new product launches, free balloons and more while supplies last. Event is subject to change.

At Ala Moana Center, Sanrio is located on the ground floor near Foodland.

For more information, call 949-2990.

Sundays are Fundays At Ward Centers

Sundays are Fundays returns to Ward Centers Feb. 21 with free demonstrations, family fun activities, entertainment and prizes.

Festivities include:

* A Chinese art exhibit to celebrate the Year of the Tiger and sampling of Chinese delicacies at Deuces Hawaii.

* Glaze your own raku from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. with Jeff Chang Pottery and Fine Crafts at the Ward Centre parking area behind Satura Cakes.

* Mr. Egg Roll offers a Chinese food booth from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the ewa end of Ward Warehouse.

* Hawaiian cultural practitioners, stone carving, woodcarving and tapa making at Native Books/Na Mea Hawaii.

* A wide selection of cultural-themed shirts will be offered by Novel-T World from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the ewa end of Ward Warehouse.

* Calendar giveaway with any purchase of $49 or more at Sedona. Also, receive free feng shui remedy, and a DZI Bead and Stone recommendation chart for 2010 with any purchase.

* Year of the Tiger coloring activity at Taj Clubhouse.

* Hands-on calligraphy demonstrations at Ward Warehouse from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

* Martial arts performance by Koko Head Martial Arts Academy from 10:30 to 11 a.m. on the Ward Warehouse amphitheater stage. Three lion dance groups will disperse throughout Ward Centers following the performance.

* A performance by the Phoenix Dance Troupe on the Ward Warehouse amphitheater stage from 10 to 10:30 a.m.

* Taiko performance by the Taiko Arts Center on the Ward Warehouse amphitheater stage at 1:30 p.m. The Taiko Arts Center also will have a booth with cultural crafts and mochi from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. In addition, Sundays are Fundays shoppers can enter to win one of five $100 Ward Centers gift cards. Entry boxes will be located at the participating merchants listed above. One entry per shopper, per store. Must be 13 years of age or older. No purchase necessary.

Future Sundays are Fundays at Ward Centers are scheduled for March 21, Aug. 15 and Sept. 19.

For more information, visit www.wardcenters.com

 

Cut Loose Trunk Show At Tapestries

Cut Loose Trunk Show At Tapestries

Tapestries by Hauoli hosts a Cut Loose Spring/Summer 2010 trunk show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 11, 12 and 13 at its Ala Moana Center store (located on the ground floor near Foodland).

Joan Mitsuyoshi, representative for Cut Loose, will be showing some of the designer’s newest collections featuring comfortable cotton linen knits and travel-friendly rayon jersey clothing. Cut Loose, known for its easy-care and machine-washable fabrications, offers a variety of dresses, pants, tops, vests and skirts for women.

 

For more information, call 973-0566.

T&C Surf’s Go Big! Event At Ala Moana

T&C Surf kicks off the 2010 Turbo Bodyboards Pipe Pro with its 13th annual Go Big! Bodyboarding Blowout event at Ala Moana Center (Center Stage) Feb. 13 from noon to 2 p.m.

More than a dozen top-ranked bodyboarding pros, including nine-time world champion Mike Stewart and reigning U.S. Bodyboarding Association world champion Jeff Hubbard, will be there to meet fans and sign autographs. Former titleholders Ben Player, Guilherme Tamega, Andrew Botha and Damien King also are expected to attend. Radio deejay Brudduh Brian from 102.7 Da Bomb also will be on stage giving away body-boards, and tossing out fins, leashes, board bags and more. Fans also will have the chance to compete for prizes in a series of “off-the-wall” games, such as Stack the Wax (pictured at right) in which the contestant who stacks their wax the highest wins, and another game (pictured below) where the contestants have to kick a ball into a goal before opponents can while looking through a cone the entire time.

For more information, visit www.tcsurf.com

Hawaii’s Next Hot Mama

Hot Mama Maternity and Baby aWEARness are hosting a Hawaii’s Next Hot Mama contest now through Feb. 18. The contest is being held to honor and empower the mothers of Hawaii and to celebrate the new partnership of Baby aWEARness and Hot Mama.

Being a Hot Mama isn’t about being a supermodel; it’s about being a mom who is awe-inspiring, energetic and creative. Most of all it’s about taking pride in one’s role as a woman and a mother. Hawaii’s Next Hot mama can be an expecting-mom, a brand-new mommy or a mother of many.

Hawaii’s Next Hot Mama will receive an entire package of prizes, including serving as the face of Hot Mama in all in-store and promotional advertisements for 2010. The winner also will receive a professional photo shoot courtesy of Island Style Images, a well-deserved makeover and spa package from Allure Spa & Salon, and more than $1,000 in prizes from Baby aWEARness and Hot Mama.

Entry/nomination forms are available at the store located at Manoa Marketplace (2752 Woodlawn Drive, Suite 5-209) or online at www.BabyAwearness.com.

The contest is open to the public and all nominees must be at least 21 years of age. Applications will be accepted online and in the store until Feb. 11. A finalist party is scheduled to take place at the store Feb. 18.

Revive Event At Nordstrom

Cloth Moving Sale

Cloth at 909 Kapiolani Blvd. is moving its store to Chinatown, but first it’s a “big” moving sale Jan. 23 and 24 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For this two-day sale, Cloth has emptied out the back stock, found new treasures and will be parting with some of its fixtures.

For more information, e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address).

Revive Event At Nordstrom

Hylton Lea, global skincare expert and vice president of the groundbreaking ReVive skincare line, will make a public appearance at Nordstrom Ala Moana Jan. 30 from 1 to 3 p.m. Lea will host a seminar and speak about the remarkable ReVive line and how it will “completely transform your skin.” ReVive is the only skin-care brand containing three bio-engineered molecules that earned their creator a Nobel Prize. For more information, call 953-6100.

 

Ala Moana Offers Sweet Rewards

From Jan. 18 to Feb. 14, customers who spend just $20 or more with their Shop etc. or GGP (General Growth Properties) mall gift cards at Ala Moana Center can receive a free chocolate bar simply by turning in their receipt and corresponding Shop Etc. or GGP mall gift card to Ala Moana’s Customer Service Center.

To sweeten the deal, 500 of the chocolate bars will contain a winner’s sticker, allowing shoppers to spin the wheel of decadent Ala Moana Center prizes. Possible prizes, worth up to $250, include Ala Moana Center gift cards (from $10 to $250 in value), MAC gift baskets ($100 value), Victoria’s Secret “Lacie” thong ($16 value), Nordstrom mani/pedi or brow bar services ($35 to $55 value), Club Monaco selection of small travel accessories ($15-plus value), Hoala Salon and Spa services or body cremes ($15 to $100 value), Island Vintage Coffee vintage Kona mocha frozen coffees ($3.70 value), and Yami Yogurt small cup or cone ($3.50 value).

One candy bar per person, per promotion. Must be 13 years of age to participate.While supplies last. Ala Moana Center gift card purchases at the Customer Service Center and individual store gift cards excluded.

For more information, visit www.AlaMoanaCenter.com.

Hawaii Couple On Platinum Weddings

Hawaii Couple On Platinum Weddings

Cameras from WE TV"s popular series Platinum Weddings followed former Miss Hawaii Candes Meijide Gentry and European chef Milan Drager Nov. 15, 2008, as they exchanged wedding vows at the Four Seasons Resort on the Island of Lanai.Their wedding will air in Hawaii at 7 p.m. Jan. 17 on WE TV (Oceanic Cable channel 66).

For the brides and grooms featured on Platinum Weddings, luxury, style and decor are must-haves, as they create their dream wedding. Guests at the Gentry-Drager wedding were treated to a main course created by the groom along with a four-tiered pineapple sponge cake. The wedding plan also included a $60,000 floral budget, and the bride was stunning in a gorgeous mermaid silhouette wedding gown, along with her 4.5-carat diamond ring. Congratulations, Candes and Milan!

 

Drop 10 Tuesdays At Lululemon

Lululemon athletica at Ala Moana Center (second floor, near Nordstrom) has teamed up with personal trainer Kimo Kockelman of Hardass Fitness and CrossFit Hawaii for Drop 10 Tuesdays Jan. 12, 19 and 26 at 7:30 a.m.

These free CrossFit workouts are open to the public and being offered to help you get into shape as we start the new year.

CrossFit is a strength and conditioning methodology that is non-sport-specific and promotes overall physical fitness. CrossFit classes are designed to apply equally to all committed individuals regardless of their age or fitness level. For more information on Hardass Fitness and its CrossFit workouts, visit http://www.hardassfitness.com or call 256-5665.

For more information on Drop 10 Tuesdays at lululemon athletica, call 946-7220. lululemon athletica also offers three complimentary fitness events a week (a yoga class on Sundays and a running club Mondays and Wednesdays).

For more information, visit www.lululemon.com/honolulu

Sidewalk Sale And More At Windward Mal

Sidewalk Sale And More At Windward Mall

Windward Community College, GEAR UP Hawaii and the Native Hawaiian Education Association will present a college fair Jan. 9 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Windward Mall Center Court. The event provides families and children with access to resources on financial aid, admissions assistance, academic counseling as well as additional educational services and opportunities. Cyril Pahinui will provide the entertainment.

Also happening that day from noon to sunset is the Pacific Roller Derby’s Sk808 Tournament with nonstop roller derby action and fun at the mall’s upper level parking deck. Tickets are $7 online or $10 at the door ($7 with a student or military ID). Free for keiki under age 12.

Also on Jan. 9 (and again Jan. 23) from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Hawaii Blood Bank Bloodmobile will be located in the parking lot on the corner of Haiku Road and Kamehameha Highway for donations.

Then it’s Windward Mall’s Post-Holiday Sidewalk Sale Jan. 15 to 18. Great savings are available in-store and on the sidewalk.

For a complete list of events, visit www.windwardmall.com.

Sony Open, Scrabble & Chess At Kahala Mall

The Sony Open will host a photo display from Jan. 11 to 18 between Sunglass Hut and Aveda in Kahala Mall. The popular PGA tournament attracts 144 of the world’s greatest golf professionals at nearby Waialae Country Club Jan. 11 to 17 and is the largest charity event in Hawaii, raising more than $9 million for the local nonprofit Friends of Hawaii Charities since 1999.

Also happening at Kahala Mall this month, the Scrabble Club starts back up Jan. 13 and meets from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. every Wednesday thereafter at Center Court. Play one, two or three

50-minute timed games, starting at 6:30, 7:30 and 8:30. Also get helpful hints on improving your Scrabble game and meet others who love to play. For more information, call 235-3073.

The Kahala Chess Club also starts back up Jan. 13 and meets from 6 to 8 p.m. every Wednesday thereafter at Center Court. Learn how to play and improve in chess and meet others who are chess fanatics. For more information, call 738-5425 or visit http://www.kahalachess.org.

For a complete list of events at Kahala Mall, visit www.kahalamallcenter.com.

Ala Moana Center’s Fukubukuro

Ala Moana Center’s Fukubukuro

On Jan. 1, more than 40 retailers at Ala Moana Center are offering “Happy Grab Bags” for Fukubukuro, a time-honored Japanese retail tradition. Shoppers will love the special bags, as the mystery merchandise inside the bags will be valued at twice the cost of the bags (for example, a bag selling for $50 would contain at least $100 in merchandise at full retail value), and all bags are sealed to prevent shoppers from knowing the contents until they are opened.

 

Participating retailers include Aloha Hobby Shop, Animation Magic, Anteprima Wirebag, Artlines, Bag ‘n Baggage, Bally, Betsey Johnson, Cathedral Gift Shop, Dewcarat, Diesel, The Disney Store, Emporio Armani, Fendi, Folli Follie, Godiva, Gucci, Lacoste, Le Grand Marqet, LeSportsac, Local Motion, Locals Only, L’Occitane, Loco Boutique, Lupicia, Martin & MacArthur, Maui Divers Jewelry, Max & Co., Metropark, Michael Kors, Neiman Marcus, Pillow Pets, Salvatore Ferragamo, Shanghai Tang, Silver Rhino, Spiral Girl, Swatch, The Pacific Place Tea Garden, Thinker Tots, Thinker Toys, Valerie Joseph, Vera Bradley and W Salon.

Each participating store will offer a limited number of bags, which will contain a variety of products from that particular retailer. Bags will be available while supplies last, and all sales are final on Fukubukuro merchandise.

For more information, visit www.AlaMoanaCenter.com.

Mahina Opens at Waikiki Beach Walk

Waikiki Beach Walk recently welcomed the opening of Mahina, a boutique featuring trendy, women’s apparel and accessories at great prices.

Brands include Lush, Honey Punch, Audrey 3+1, Lani, Miss Me jeans and Machine jeans.

The first Mahina store opened in Paia on Maui’s North Shore in June 2006. Two more Mahina stores opened on Maui within the next two years, one in Kihei and one in Lahaina.

At Waikiki Beach Walk, Mahina is located between Thor Gallery and Honolua Surf Co. For more information, call 924-5500.

Hildgund Jewelry Plays Santa Claus

Hildgund Jewelry Plays Santa Claus

In celebration of its 136th anniversary in Hawaii, Hildgund Jewelry is giving away nearly $50,000 in merchandise in 136 wrapped gift boxes that will be placed in various public locations across Oahu, Maui and the Big Island throughout December.

In the spirit of the holiday, Hildgund Jewelry also will be leaving 136 meal vouchers from Jack in the Box and Subway at various parks and shelter locations for Hawaii’s homeless. “We’re really excited about celebrating our 136th anniversary and can’t think of a better way to say mahalo to Hawaii for supporting our company for all these years,” says president Bruce Bucky. “When a person finds the gift or voucher, that’s it. There are no strings attached.”

 

This will be a game of finders-keepers, with jewelry items ranging from $100 to $8,000 in value. New gifts will be hidden daily through the end of December, and can be found within a white wrapped box with a gold bow.

Last week, locations where these “surprise gifts” were left include Roy’s restaurant in Hawaii Kai, the Post Office in Aina Haina, Bubbies Homemade Ice Cream on University Avenue, a dog park in Hawaii Kai and in Safeway on Pali Highway. Founded in 1873, Hildgund Jewelry offers the ultimate in fine custom designs and handcrafted jewelry by Hildgund. Hildgund Jewelry is located at the Kahala Hotel and the J.W. Marriott Ihilani Hotel on Oahu, the Four Seasons Resort on Maui, and Four Seasons Hualalai, Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Mauna Kea Beach Hotel on the Big Island.

For more information, call 523-1123 or visit www.hildgund.com.

Katrina Cordova Trunk Show At Shasa

Meet designer Katrina Cordova and view her new holiday collection Dec. 12 from noon to 5 p.m. at Shasa Emporium in Kahala Mall. Cordova specializes in wire wrap earrings and unique necklaces.

Customers will receive 20 percent off her entire collection during trunk show hours. Shop early (between noon and 2 p.m.) and get 25 percent off.

For more information, call 735-5122.

 

Honolulu City Lights Ornaments

Honolulu City Lights Ornaments

The Friends of Honolulu City Lights have created two ornaments this year in recognition of the event’s 25th year celebration. All proceeds from the ornament sales help defray the costs of the popular month-long Christmas program.

The brass ornament, the 10th in a series, features the Shaka Santa and Tutu Mele surrounded by an ilima lei with maile accents. They’re holding a birthday cake to mark the event’s silver anniversary. The ornament, designed by Owen Ho, is titled Hauoli la Hanau (Happy Birthday).

The Friends also have created a limited-edition commemorative silver ornament that will be available only during 2009. Designed as a Hawaiian snowflake reflecting local quilt patterns, the ornament features the event’s 25th year in its center.

Both ornaments are available for $18 each at all Macy’s on Oahu. They also can be purchased at the Friends’Web site at www.honolulucitylights.org for $21 each, which includes shipping and handling.

The brass ornament can be purchased at all branches of First Hawaiian Bank and at Borders Books stores at Windward Mall, Pearlridge, Waikele and Ward Centre.

The Friends also have designed two unique T-shirts this year to celebrate the 25th year: One is a scoopneck for women and features the Hawaiian snowflake silver ornament; the other, available in children’s and adult’s sizes, features Shaka Santa and Mele celebrating the event’s silver anniversary.

Prices range from $10 to $14 and will be on sale on opening night Saturday, Dec. 5, and most nights in front of Honolulu Hale. For more information, visit www.honolulucitylights.org.

Glam God Winner Indashio In Hawaii

VH1’s Glam God winner Indashio will bring his spring 2010 Jet Set collection to Hawaii with a fashion show Dec. 5 at Level4 in Royal Hawaiian Center. Show starts at 8 p.m.

The Jet Set Collection is inspired by Indashio’s world travels, which include Antigua, Africa, Europe and Hawaii. The show also will feature Indashio Lip Tar by Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics. The Glam God himself also will host a meet-and-greet and after party following the fashion show.

Tickets to Indashio’s fashion event, which is presented by Big Ben Entertainment, are $100 (VIP seating and meet and greet access), $40 (general seating) and $20 (strolling/floor). Tickets are available online at www.honoluluboxoffice.com or by phone at 636-9568.

Holiday Hours at Kahala Mall

Holiday hours at Kahala Mall are:

Nov. 26 (Thanksgiving Day) Closed

Nov. 27 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Nov. 28 to Dec. 10 Mondays through Saturdays 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sundays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dec. 11 to 23 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Dec. 24 (Christmas Eve) 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Dec. 25 (Christmas Day) Closed

Dec. 26 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Dec. 27 to 30 Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Wednesday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Dec. 31 (New Year’s Eve) 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Jan. 1 (New Year’s Day) Closed

Also, don’t forget to get your photo with Santa Claus. He will be at Kahala Mall from Nov. 27 to Dec. 24. Digital photo packages are $20.

Russell Tanoue’s 20th Anniversary Celebration

Russell Tanoue’s 20th Anniversary Celebration

Glamour photographer Russell Tanoue celebrates 20 years of creating and capturing beauty with an anniversary party called Temple, a celebration at Chai’s Island Bistro Nov. 20 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m.

 

General admission is $10 (from 11 p.m. to 2 a.m.). Tickets to a VIP party from 9 to 11 p.m. are available for $25 and includes a pupu buffet, cocktail sampling, prizes and entertainment, as well as access to the after party at Pearl at Ala Moana Center from 2 to 4 a.m. There also will be gift bags for the first 100 ticket holders. A portion of the proceeds to benefit HUGS Hawaii.

Theme for the event is red and/or gold. Festivities include a fashion show featuring the latest swimwear from Allure, and special guest DJ R.O.B. from The Palms - Las Vegas on the turntables.

To purchase tickets, e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or call Chai’s Island Bistro at 585-0011.

Hawaiian Airlines Unveils New Uniforms

Starting this month, customers of Hawaiian Airlines will notice an entirely new look in its terminals and onboard its flights with flight attendants and customer service employees sporting new uniforms.

The new uniforms to be worn by 1,800 employees systemwide are the product of a yearlong collaborative effort among line employees and managers of the company aimed at having them ready in time for Hawaiian’s 80th anniversary Nov. 11.

Hawaii designer Emma Howard incorporated the input from employees in creating the new uniform’s print design, drawing inspiration from the Hawaiian word makahiki, which resulted from combining the words for “flight” and “movement.”

 

Music, Art And Fashion At The Loft

Music, Art And Fashion At The Loft

Slapp Symphony will host a fashion show and CD release party for its new album The Slapp Collective Oct. 23 at 9 p.m. at the Loft.

DJ Jimmy Taco will be spinning and there will be live performances by Tassho Pearce, Creed Chameleon, Kaipo Kapua, Samoan Dynasty, Mic3, Mox and more. There also will be live paintings by Ground Up Movement. On the runway will be fashions from Fitted Hawaii, Flip The Bird and others.

The Loft is located at 115 N. Hotel St. The event is open to adults 18 years and older. Cost is $10. A portion of the proceeds will go to the American Red Cross Hawaii Chapter for support in Samoa and the Philippines.

For more information, visit: www.SlappSymphony.com.

 

Rummage Swap Sale

Dollhouse Promotions will host a Rummage Swap Sale Oct. 24 from 5 to 9 p.m. at Neal Blaisdell Center Exhibition Hall (Galleria and Maui Room). Rummage is a clothing, accessory, handbag and shoe exchange where you can “recycle” items that you have not used in the past six months to others.

Swap three to five “new” items (clothes, handbags, accessories and shoes) with 100 ladies while enjoying free pupus, wine sampling and a beauty bar with mini manicures, mini pedicures, hairstyling, massages and more. There also will be giveaways and a no-host bar.

Items need to be dropped off by Oct. 23 at Cloth boutique (909 Kapiolani Blvd.).

Cost is $35. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society. For more information or to purchase tickets, e-mail .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address), call 381-0226 or stop by Cloth.

Closet Swap Oct. 24

Fashionista’s Market presents its third annual Closet Swap Oct. 24 at Luana Hills Country Club (770 Auloa Road in Kailua) with a champagne breakfast at 9:30 a.m. and the swap at 11 a.m.

Clean out your closet of fashionable gently used/brand new clothes, bags, shoes and accessories that don’t fit and you haven’t worn in the past six months and drop them off at the FM Boutique (1185 Bethel St.) by Oct. 22. Your items will be tallied up and you’ll receive a ticket with the amount of pieces you’ve qualified for toward your swapping credit.

Tickets to Closet Swap cost $25 and are available at the FM Boutique, or call 537-1115. Proceeds to benefit the Leeward Domestic Abuse Shelter. For details, visit www.fashionistasmarket.com.

Meet Lydia Mondavi At Neiman Marcus

Meet Lydia Mondavi At Neiman Marcus

Lydia Mondavi, creator of 29 Cosmetics, will be at Neiman Marcus Ala Moana Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. offering makeovers and previewing the new Cabernet Crush face mask and candle. This new line of cabernet treatments is featured in the October issue of InStyle magazine. Mondavi also will be pouring samples of her famous family’s new portfolio of wines called Folio. 29 Cosmetics is the first grape seed age-protecting color cosmetics line. For more information, call 951-8887.

Hui Makaala Fashion Show Oct. 18

Hui Makaala, an Okinawan scholarship organization, presents its 40th annual scholarship luncheon and fashion show Oct. 18 at the Sheraton Waikiki featuring the latest creations by Okinawan designer Kanna Yamauchi under the designer name Yokang.

Tickets to the event cost $65. The benefit also includes boutique sales and a silent auction starting at 9 a.m. in the ballroom foyer. Ballroom doors open at 11:30 a.m., and lunch is scheduled for noon followed by the fashion show at 1 p.m.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit http://www.huimakaala.org or call 551-7868 or 395-7229.

Nordstrom Fits America

Nordstrom Fits America

Nordstrom Ala Moana hosts its Nordstrom Fits America event Friday, Sept. 25 and Saturday, Sept. 26 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. in the Lingerie department.

Everyone will receive a complimentary fitting from one of Nordstrom’s trained Fitters. And for every bra purchased, Nordstrom and participating vendors will donate $2 to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundations, Hawaii branch for breast cancer research and outreach programs.

For more information or to make an appointment, call 953-6100, ext. 1240.

In My Closet Opens At Pearlridge Sept. 30

In My Closet opens its new Pearlridge location in Uptown, first level, on Wednesday, Sept. 30 with a champagne reception open to the public at 10 a.m.

In celebration of the opening, customers will receive a free gift with purchase while supplies last.

The women’s boutique offers fashionable-yet-affordable apparel and accessories. Lines available include Ginger 13, Miss Me, Bobi, Rain, Boy Meets Girl, Kendra Duck, Code Vintage and Isabelt.

In My Closet also has a store at Kahala Mall. For more information, call 734-5999.

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