jools fall 2007

flower cutout bracelet + sterling silver leaf pendant

just a quick note to let you know that jools, the la-based jewelry line designed by sybil shimazu, is in the midst of a sale! save 15% off the very pretty fall 07 collection which is filled with restrained romantic flourishes to add a little ooh la la to your wardrobe.

• secret code: fall15
• expires: sun, oct 21st

sig zane + tiffany

this weekend marks the oahu unveiling of sig zane's limited edition tiffany pendant inspired by the big island designer's patronage of moku o keawe. with only 200 pieces made it is very exclusive indeed, and, according to the star-bulletin, one can be reserved with a very generous donation to the hula foundation.

and, you don't have to stare longingly through the window à la holly golightly to catch a glimpse of the striking sterling silver pu'u lehua design since kuhao zane was kind enough to send along a peek for us to collectively ooh and ah over.

sig zane's 2008 wailani collection will also make its debut at the 22nd anniversary bash, and there will be a trunk show featuring all the latest goods to delight collectors of the iconic hawaiian design line.

• when: fri, oct 5th - 6p to 9p & sat, oct 6th - 9a to 3p
• where: outrigger reef hotel - diamond head terrace

{mahalo kuhao!}

bliss lau fall 2007 collection

bijou

nyc-based designer bliss lau is out with her fall 07 collection. many of her exquisitely crafted leather goods mix autumn's must have rich hues (think purple, scarlet & navy) with shapes reminiscent of the islands. the bijou features an organic palm frond silhouette while the flora clutch sports an eye catching hawaiian quilt inspired cut out in which to slip your hand.

the truly fashion forward must take a peek at the latest incarnation of jewelry designed by bliss that can be worn traditionally or as a bold layering piece wrapped around your body.

flora clutch + arm candy

an edited selection of the fall collection is available online or, if you prefer an in person peek, stop by riches kahala & queens candy shop (a stockist list is also posted on the website).

fyi - lucky nyc scores their very own private sale later this week:

• when: thu, oct 4th - 6p to 10p
• where: 204 elizabeth street ll (btw prince/spring st)
• fyi - cash only

alliway grand opening

mop star * lotus drop * monsteria love * lariat

oahu-based jewelry line alliway is expanding its growing mini-empire with the opening of the company's first boutique at ward warehouse this week. the shop doors opened yesterday and you can expect to find a treasure trove of the colorful concoctions that have made alliway a favorite of everyone from local style glossie smart to the much adored ny indie design shop rare device.

the collection features a mix of simple flourishes in a rainbow of sparkles inspired by designer allison kim-cherzniak's globe trotting travels to the philippines, thailand, tahiti and the yucatan. if you love to accessorize with a pop of color, this is definitely one to bookmark since many of alliway's designs are available in a pretty and diverse palette accented with semi precious stones and sweet charms.

alli recently sent along the scoop on saturday evening's grand opening celebration at her new ward shop:

• when: sat, sep 22nd - 5p to 10p
• gift bag for the first 40 guests
• raffle drawings (est. prize value: $100 retail)
• 10% off everything + 30% off 1 alliway piece over $50

plus, free pupus and drinks. all are welcome so no rsvp is necessary to join the fun.

if you can't make it to the brick & mortar shop in honolulu, take a peek at alliway's online shop or the stockist list to find a boutique near you.

enchantment under the sea

makabibi shell necklace + mop hibiscus earrings

although rockabella jewels creator kristel bandisch started making jewelry six years ago, it was her stint as a shopgirl at the tamara catz boutique that shined the spotlight on her up and coming collection. customers instantly became besotted with the handmade designs she wore to work which led to kristel being named head jewelry designer for the maui-based clothing line.

kristel recently joined forces with co-worker/jewelry designer selina kokotovich of raven's ruby (my, they certainly are a talented bunch!) to expand upon rockabella's laid back meets glamorous vibe to conjure up the island bride collection to compliment tamara catz's recent foray into the world of white weddings.

mop teardrops + sand dollar necklace

even if exchanging vows is not on your to do list, one look and you will want to succumb to the siren song of these curated offerings from the ocean. whether you choose glistening pearl accents or an abundance of delicate shells designed by mother nature herself, the designers', who are both self taught and do all the silversmithing and hand carving themselves, proximity to the sea has certainly influenced their collaboration.

although neither designer has an official website yet, you can scoop up rockabella's latest treasures at tamara catz (both online and at the paia boutique) and at pink by nature in makawao.