weekly sales sheet

[fyi - the past few days have been devoted to crossing off one of many, many new year's resolutions from my 2009 list but please check back on monday for new and updated goodness]

save 50 to 80% off abs, grass denim, rock & republic, tokidoki and more during the very timely recessionista sale hosted by fashionista's market (complete with a $5 rack!).

• when: sat, feb 28th - 9a to 2p
• where: japanese cultural center, 5th floor - 2454 south beretania street
• tix: $3 fm members; $7 at the door

ali'i kula lavender returns to the kcc farmers market with maui made delights from their upcountry farm.

• when: saturday, feb 28th - 7:30a to 11a
• where: kapiolani community college

also, take note that design shop soha has moved from ward to new digs at kahala mall.

have a happy weekend!

stacia spring 2009

surfrider hoodie

stacy johnson, the la-based creator of stacia, also happens to pen a blog which is a most insightful read for anyone curious about life behind-the-scenes of an indie designer. the spring 09 collection has finally jumped from sketch pad to the rack and this season's kaleidoscopic colorways are inspired by both the retro fabulousness of palm springs (lilly, neutra & pucci) and the tropical glamour of stacy's island home (chameleon, ti leaf & sea salt).

stacia's spacedye knits continue to be a stylish addition to both color-happy wardrobes and neutral closets yearning for an occasional hit of textile whimsy while more eco-friendly textiles have been introduced into the mix with soybean and seaweed fibers now being coaxed along with silky bamboo into modern silhouettes designed for sophisticated yet sustainable coastal living.

behold more spring 09 looks below:

flutter wrap dress + long scarf

yoke vee

alas, the stacia label is still nowhere to be found in stacy's home state so click over to the online shop to take a peek or hit the stockist list if you call the mainland home.

p.s. swooning over the earrings? 'tis the work of misa jewelry, yet another island talent who calls la la land home.

weekly sales sheet

. . . aka the better late than never edition!

hele over to kailua this weekend to scoop up vintage finds from mu'umu'u heaven who is offering up its untouchable stash of dresses, jewels, and assorted goodness with price tags under $100.

• when: sat, feb 21st - 10a to 6p & sun, feb 22nd - 11a to 4p
• where: 767 kailua road, suite 100

the great recession claims yet another retailer with the recent announcement that bridal boutique modern pacific weddings will be shuttering the doors of its kaimuki storefront (a timely reminder to shop your favorite neighborhood spots whenever possible!). everything from gowns to fixtures is marked down 50% off.

• where: 3620 waialae avenue, kaimuki
• shop hours: 10a to 6p

wishing you a happy oscar-filled weekend!

coffee break

get your coffee fix without worrying about the pricey latte factor with a little help from the big island's sasaki creations who offers handmade totes constructed of recycled coffee bean bags sourced from local farms. crafter barb sasaki rebrews sturdy burlap castoffs in a mix of styles from everyday handbags to market totes strong enough to haul groceries home.

the bags have become popular souvenirs since they were introduced last year and are a recent arrival to the hawaii state art museum gift shop.

click over to the etsy shop to take a peek!

area by design

area, the mid-century modern haven for island design geeks, is venturing out of chinatown and bringing a few of their mad men-era finds to design within reach tomorrow.

meet shopkeepers mark pei and travis flazer who will share tips on restoring furniture then pull up a chair for a screening of vintage footage of iconic designers charles and ray eames.

• when: thu, feb 19th - 6p to 8p
• where: dwr, ala moana studio