Summer is almost here and like most I'm trying to get a head start on my shopping. Since my daughter is getting older she's allowed to select clothes that she likes, with some discretion of course, and so today I thought I'd let her blog about what a preteen would wear this summer. Here is her blog and her picks! Enjoy. This beautiful Island Flower Lei dress is not only very comfortable,...

This lovely floral dress is sure to put a smile on your mom’s face. Beautiful flowers on a soft white background are perfect for a relaxing time in Hawaii, or just a warm summer day.The tropical flower print provides the perfect hint of color. She’ll absolutely love the White Hanapepe Short Hawaii Sundress. Instead of having mom wear her same old flip-flops why not get her these cute White Strap...

The creation of aloha Hawaiian wear starts with the fabric design and pattern. Once the idea of the design is conceived, it goes to drawing and digitizing into fabric material (cotton or rayon) to create a sample. This process takes between 1-3 months until the approval and creation of the final fabric material. The fabric is then cut into the different patterns for sewing. The different garment patterns (in bundles)...

Silk shirts are perfect for the warmer weather because the material is light and allows air to flow through the shirt keeping you cooler. It also absorbs moisture helping to keep the skin dry in the heat. Even though silk is the most durable of all natural fabrics it is recommended that you dry clean or hand wash your shirts. Look at the manufactures label on the shirt to see if...

Summer is winding down but the warm weather is still here and there is no better time than now to enjoy the beautiful beach weather. A sarong or pareo is the essence of casual summer wear and perfect for the warm tropical weather. What is the difference between a sarong and pareo? A sarong is a piece of fabric usually between 4-5 feet in length that is worn as a loose...

It’s Aloha Friday time to finish off the work week and wind down for the weekend. In Hawaii, Aloha Friday is not the only day where one would throw on an Aloha Shirt. Because of the warm tropical weather it is unrealistic to expect business men and women to be wearing suits. It is common for men to wear Aloha shirts for business attire instead of a suit and tie....

Looking for something new to throw on the grill this weekend? You don't need to keep the same thing every time you grill mix it up and try something new. Ingredients 1 Cup Kikkoman Teriyaki Marinade & Sauce 2 Tbsp. Garlic, crushed 2 Tsp. ground pepper 2 Tsp. Curry Powder 2 Red Bell Pepper, cut into 2" pieces 2 Onions, cut into 2" pieces 3.5 Lbs Chicken Thighs, trimmed and...

The best accessory for every season is the stylish scarf or scarves for women. You’ve seen it in fashion magazines, on celebrities, and on the runway. A lightweight linen scarf is the perfect accessory for the summer months. Wear it with jeans and a tank top and the added color or print will give you a polished put together look while still being casual. Scarves are perfect for instantly updating your wardrobe...