Calypso St. Barth To Open At Royal Hawaiian Center

Calypso St. Barth, specializing in chic, luxurious women’s apparel and accessories, will open its first boutique in Hawaii Aug. 8 at Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikiki. For the past two decades, Calypso St. Barth has provided women with feminine and unique apparel and accessories featuring exquisite textures, rich colors and special embellishments. The brand’s signature tunics, caftans and dresses are designed for women to mix and match into countless combinations for effortless elegance. Calypso St. Barth also offers a curated selection of accessories from around the world. For more information, visit calypsostbarth.com or RoyalHawaiianCenter.com.

Calypso St. Barth To Open At Royal Hawaiian Center Calypso St. Barth, specializing in chic, luxurious women’s apparel and accessories, will open its first boutique in Hawaii Aug. 8 at Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikiki. For the past two decades, Calypso St. Barth has provided women with feminine and unique apparel and accessories featuring exquisite textures, rich colors and special …

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New Stores At Pearlridge

Local retailer Little Black Dress & Bikini has opened in Pearlridge Center (Downtown, on the second level between Sunglass Hut and Michaels Fine Jewelry) offering dresses for day and night, designer swimwear lines and other fashion-forward apparel and accessories.

Also new:

* Phiten reopened in Uptown, on the second level between Lenscrafters and Foot Locker. The store originally opened in Pearlridge last fall and carries Phiten titanium necklace and other metal-infused wellness products.

* Pretzel-maker Auntie Anne’s has returned to Pearlridge with two locations, one in Downtown (on the second level near Lids) and one in Uptown (first level, adjacent to The Cookie Corner).

* Customize It!, Etc. has opened a kiosk in Uptown (first level, fronting L’Mour Nail & Beauty Salon) specializing in the customization of various items from cell phone covers to shot glasses and sports bottles. Bring in your favorite color photo and it can be heat-transferred onto products of your choice.

* Postal Trends is the new name for Photo Trends, located in Downtown (first level, near Longs). The name change reflects the additional services that it now offers, including serving as an authorized shipping outlet for the U.S. Postal Service. It also will continue to offer photography supplies and services.

For more information, call Pearlridge at 488-0981.

Celebrate Independence Day at Ala Moana Center’s 22nd annual Fourth of July Spectacular featuring a stunning 15-minute fireworks display July 4 at 8:30 p.m., Hawaii’s largest and among the top 25 largest in the country.

The fireworks will be launched off Ala Moana Beach Park, and the show will be accompanied by a live fireworks soundtrack. For the best viewing, shoppers are invited to sit at the makai-ewa parking deck of Ala Moana Center beginning at 4 p.m. There also will be an outdoor concert from 5 to 8 p.m. with the Pacific Fleet Ceremonial Band, Lehua Kalima, John Cruz, Hookena and Nesian N.I.N.E.

Nalani Itomura: Taylor dress $138, Tarnish belt $32, Tory Burch 'Pierson' mini beach tote $275 and sun hat $36 from Nordstrom; Express earrings $26.90; and Folli Follie sunglasses $95, watch $245 and ring $105

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Other festivities happening at Ala Moana from July 4 to 7 include entertainment at the Centertainment Stage at 3 p.m. each day, a 20 percent savings pass valid at participating retailers and a chance to win a seven-night Hawaiian Island cruise for a family of four, and a $500 Ala Moana gift card.

Look for the 20 percent savings pass on Page 38 or get it from the June 30 Honolulu Star-Advertiser. For more information, visit AlaMoanaCenter.com.

Make Up For Ever hosts an interactive “Long Wear Beauty” event including complimentary makeup lessons to teach clients how to create the ultimate smudge-proof summer looks Saturday, July 20, from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. at Sephora Ala Moana.

Make Up For Ever pro artist Lijha Stewart will be on hand to provide her expertise and lead a team of artists as they help clients explore Make Up For Ever’s cult-favorite Aqua collection, featuring highly pigmented, creamy textures in a wide variety of shades from neutrals to neon. Clients are invited to pick their favorite color palette and enjoy a step-by-step application teaching them how to achieve an expert, long-lasting look on their own.

Also, each attendee who purchases a minimum of $125 will receive a Make Up For Ever remix makeup bag filled with a mini Smoky Lash, Aqua Eyes, Lab Shine and Rouge Artist Natural lipstick. Appointments are recommended, but walk-ins are welcome. For more information, call 944-9797.

Yuki Gleason lives in Pearl City, Satomi Price in Ewa, but when the two friends decided to open a women’s boutique last December, they chose Kailua.

“It’s just a hot place right now,” explains Gleason. “Everybody wants to be in Kailua.”

Amanda Cramer: Anama tie-dye long racerback dress $78, fedora $32, Blue Lani gold hoop earrings with chalcedony stone $48 and beaded stretch bracelets $14 each

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Gleason and Price were born and raised in Japan and moved to Hawaii about 13 years ago. They met here, and like many women found a common passion for fashion.

Their boutique Blue Lani Hawaii offers a great selection of cute and edgy fashions for the beach or city, and at affordable prices.

Some of the brands you’ll find are AnM, Joyce, Lani, Enti, Classic and more. The store also carries a great selection of accessories and jewelry, including original Blue Lani jewelry designed by Gleason and Price.

There also are some great gift items, including the newest arrival of organic gourmet artisan lollipops from Eventful Sweets on Maui, available exclusively at Blue Lani on Oahu.

Blue Lani Hawaii is located at 45 Hoolai St. For more information, visit bluelanihawaii.com or their Facebook page Facebook/bluelanihawaii or call 261-2622.

Faith, Fashion, Food And Fun At Reap And Sow

Reap and Sow HI, an event cultivating faith, fashion, food and fun, takes place Saturday (July 20) from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Olanui! 760 Halekauwila St.

Participating vendors include Beloved Boutique, Blair Ltd., Competitive Nature, Glorified Apparel, Haute Shop, Honhi Hawaii, Humble Ride Apparel, Make-up By J Styles, Joce K. Designs, Kawaii Mono, Know God Know Love, Life is Swell, Made in Hope, Paper Doll Hawaii, Pockets, Roc’in Unlimited, Selah, Summer Bridge and The Honest To God Truth.

There also will be giveaways, a photo booth and entertainment. The event is free and open to the public. All ages welcome. For more information, email reapandsowhi@gmail.com.

Bliss Lau

Masterclass In Design And Branding

Hawaii RED presents a Masterclass in Design and Branding July 20 from 4 to 9 p.m. with New York City fashion experts Bliss Lau and Jasmine Takanikos. Lau (an accessories designer and professor at Parsons The New School for Design) will share the tools you need to master your creative development and design thinking. Takanikos (brand strategist, color forecasting and Parsons professor) will teach the art of personal branding and how it can take your business to the next level. Location is The Kahala Hotel and Resort. Cost is $175. Register at hawaiiredseminar.eventbrite.com.

After graduating from Campbell High School in 2007, Catherine Alviar became a mom, and like many new mothers, loved dressing up her “little princess.”

So earlier this year, inspired by her 4-year-old daughter, Lauren, she opened PLG (Pretty Little Girls) Boutique in Pearlridge Center. The kiosk is located in Uptown, on the second floor in front of Victoria’s Secret.

Aliana Meyer: Striped leggings $19.99, fringe tank top $19.99, HK glasses $8.50

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“It’s a place that you can go to before a party and buy an outfit for your pretty little girl, and then buy a present for the other pretty little girl,” says Alviar. “We’re kind of a one-stop shop for your little princess.”

The boutique carries clothing and accessories for newborns and girls up to about age 8. There are rompers, hats, bows, tutu dresses, glasses, jewelry, shoes, bubble tops, shorts and other trendy fashions, including designs by Alviar that are exclusive to PLG Boutique.

For more information, follow them on Instagram @_plgboutique_ or call 349-2814.

Also, shop at Pearlridge Center July 19-21 and earn three HawaiianMiles per dollar when you spend $100 or more. Redeem your same-day receipts in Uptown or Downtown Center Court.

Smooches For Pooches Event At Sephora Waikiki

Sephora Kalakaua in Waikiki has chosen the Hawaiian Humane Society as its local nonprofit to support in 2013 as part of Sephora’s new philanthropy campaign called Values Inside Out. The partnership includes a variety of fundraising initiatives, promotional items, Sephora employees volunteering with the Humane Society and more.

On July 25, from 5 to 8 p.m., Sephora Waikiki hosts an in-store benefit for the Hawaiian Humane Society called Smooches for Pooches. Tickets cost $20 and include refreshments, a Sephora goodie bag and the following services from Sephora cast members: neck massage, mini manicure, skin care consultation and makeup consultation, and one hour of parking validation in the Waikiki Shopping Plaza (2250 Kalakaua Ave.).

Tickets can be purchased online at tinyurl.com/smoochesforpooches or by calling 356-2213.

Passport To Paradise At DFS Galleria Waikiki

DFS Galleria Waikiki has its Passport to Paradise promotion through July 31, offering customers a limited-edition Passage to Paradise tote bag with a purchase of $750 or more at DFS in Hawaii, while supplies last. Also, stop by for its “It’s Now or Never” annual spring clearance sale event going on now.

DFS Galleria Waikiki is located at 330 Royal Hawaiian Ave. For more information, visit dfsgalleria.com or call 931-2700.

2Chillies Swimwear, one of Australia’s largest home-grown fashion brands, has opened its first international store in Hawaii at Waikiki Beach Walk.

Jenna Fettig: 2Chillies Swimwear underwire halter in ‘Oriental’ print $64.95, skirted frill pant $54.95 and 'Jamaica’ fringed towel $49.95; pearl. love. single Tahitian pearl macramé bracelets $50 each

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Known for its fun and vibrant fashion-driven prints, as well as a great fit, 2Chillies Swimwear offers a nice variety of designs to suit all body types, including tops for size A to DD+ cups and bottoms ranging from skimpy Brazilians to full coverage. New prints are released monthly, and only 300 pieces are cut for each shape and size. There also are swimsuits for keiki from age 3 to 10.

“In addition to swimwear (separates, one-pieces, rash guards, boardshorts and surf tights), we offer a full clothing line ranging from beautiful silk cover-ups, day-to-evening attire, and soft and luxurious lounge wear,” says Lauren Easley, 2Chillies Swimwear Waikiki store manager. “Our surf tights are increasingly popular, with many women utilizing them not only for surfing, but also for paddling, yoga and workout pants.”

In August, 2Chillies also debuts its new Brazilian bottom called “Waikiki” with solids starting at just $34.95 and prints at $44.95. There are seven 2Chillies Swimwear stores in Australia, and the label also can be found at many major surf stores, swimwear specialty stores and boutiques throughout Australia. On Oahu, 2Chillies Swimwear is located at 226 Lewers St. Suite 142 (next to Yard House). For more information, visit 2chillies.com.au, join its Club Chillies, follow them on Instagram and Facebook, or call 922-9221.

Jewelry provided by pearl. love. / www.pearllovejewelry.com | Makeup for Jenna Fettig by Brittany Dupee | Hairstyling for Angie Svinarenko and Jenna Fettig by Vivian Lee of Salon Cookie Couture | Makeup for Angie Svinarenko and Brieanna Denman by Nathalie Kim of Salon Cookie Couture

Turtle Bay is known for its surf, vast scenic surroundings, fine resort and endless activities for the entire family. The resort also has been undergoing a multi-million dollar renovation and recently welcomed a new coastal lifestyle retail store called North Shore WaterShed located in the hotel’s lobby.

Caitlin Thomas: Khush dress in blue fishskin $80, RVCA 'Ballesteros' purse in tan $159.50, Havaianas slippers $36, Sand Gems Hawaii earrings $75

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The WaterShed offers apparel for men, women and youths, as well as a nice selection of accessories, locally made jewelry, art and gift items, including a display of C.F. Martin & Co. guitars, ukulele and Martin-branded products. Featured brands include Quiksilver Waterman Collection, L-Space, Acacia and Mikoh Swimwear, Vans Volcom, RVCA, Roxy, Oxbow, Olu Kai, Maui Jim, Surfer The Bar, an exclusive line of Turtle Bay surfwear and more. There also is an events desk inside that serves as a venue for guests and locals alike to connect to coastal activities and special events.

Also new at the resort is Oakley at Turtle Bay (located next to North Shore Kula Grille at the lobby level), featuring an extensive range of the brand’s eyewear collections, as well as a broad range of men’s surf and lifestyle and women’s training apparel.

For more information, visit turtlebaysurf.com or call 447-6673.

JV Salon and Boutique has partnered with CC & Company Clothing to host Dressed to Give, a fashion show to benefit Kids Hurt Too Aug. 3 at The Salvation Army Ray and Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Kapolei.

Various local vendors also will set up for guests to shop, and there will be raffle prizes and more. The show kicks off with a lion dance, and also will feature performances by Susan Page Modeling pageant princesses and queens.

Doors open at 4 p.m. and the show starts at 5 p.m. Tickets are $25 at the door, or $20 presale (at JV Salon & Boutique or CC & Company Clothing at 98-029 Hekaha St. in Aiea. or at Susan Page Modeling). The Kroc Center is located at 91-3257 Kualakai Parkway. For more information, call 744-9739.

Vivienne Westwood Hawaii has launched a limited-edition collection featuring exclusive items inspired by iconic Hawaiian motifs and symbolism. Especially created for this collection is a vibrant Ethical Fashion Initiative bag inspired by the AW13 Climate Revolution Africa Bags collection but redesigned with a modern rendition of Hawaii’s state flower, the hibiscus. The bags are “handmade with love” in Nairobi, and are produced in collaboration with the International Trade Center – a joint body of the United Nations and the World Trade

Vivienne Westwood Hawaii has launched a limited-edition collection featuring exclusive items inspired by iconic Hawaiian motifs and symbolism. Especially created for this collection is a vibrant Ethical Fashion Initiative bag inspired by the AW13 Climate Revolution Africa Bags collection but redesigned with a modern rendition of Hawaii’s state flower, the hibiscus. The bags are “handmade with love” in Nairobi, and …

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Organization. The initiative empowers informal manufacturers and craftspeople to enter the international value chain, providing an income for some of the poorest people in the world.

The collection also includes three exclusive pendants, one for men and two for women, which are centered on an ocean theme. The Vivienne Westwood Hawaii boutique is located at 2365 Kalakaua Ave. in the Moana Surfrider, A Westin Resort & Spa. For more information, call 744-5402.

Sisters Zhu Ru and Layla Chen were raised in Honolulu but now live in New York, and wanted to create something that would bring them closer to “home.” So in 2011 they started a swimwear line called Estuaries.

“Living in New York City for so long made me miss the beach lifestyle,” says Zhu Ru, who moved to New York in 1999. “Creating Estuaries was a kind of escape, a way for me to feel closer to the sea.

Gabriella Sheindlin: Estuaries ‘Mekong’ sweetheart bandeau bikini with strap colorblocking details $220

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“Also, it was perfect timing when Layla moved to New York in 2009. As sisters, creating this collection brought us closer. We find each other filling in one another’s missing gaps; we really work well together. My design and fashion background combined with Layla’s business experience was a great match. We share the same goal and vision, and we both miss Hawaii very much. It just makes sense.”

Zhu Ru, a 1998 graduate of Moanalua High School, attended The Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, where she majored in accessories design with a minor in pattern making. After graduating, she worked for Be & D followed by Alexander Wang. Layla, a 2000 graduate of McKinley, studied at University of Hawaii, followed by University of Massachusetts at Amherst for business, and has been working in sales.

They recently debuted their newest collection, which features more leisure wear pieces, including dresses and cover-ups.

“Estuaries is inspired by a beach lifestyle meeting the lifestyle of the city,” says Layla, noting that their pieces feature a seamless finish, interesting but subtle patterns, and are fashion-related with minimalist and clean designs.

“The label is about being versatile, being able to transition from day to night in the same outfit and still look great,” adds Zhu Ru. “We want people to be able to incorporate swimwear into their wardrobe and to add it to their personal style. That’s something we miss from

Hawaii, therefore, we are bringing it here.”

Estuaries can be found at Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts in Maui and Kona, as well as in specialty boutiques in Hawaii, California and New York. Or visit them online at www.estuariesny.com. For more information, call 646-397-1238.

Photos by Leah Friel
Jewelry provided by Indi Ocean by Mia Bella Belluche / available at Fighting Eel and www.indioceandesigns.com
Styling by Geremy Campos

Island Sole has opened two new Oahu stores, and is relocating its Ala Moana Center store.

The Ala Moana Center store on the mall level in the Nordstrom Wing will remain open through October, and a new store, which opened July 3, is on the mall level near Center Stage.

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Island Sole also opened at 2335 Kalakaua Ave. in Waikiki featuring beach and Island lifestyle brands Sanuk and Olukai, as well as other brands. And just down the street in Waikiki, Island Sole unveiled a new concept called Island Sole Mates at Waikiki Beach Walk, carrying trendy and comfortable boots, slippers and shoes from retailer UGG Australia.

The local company also recently celebrated the opening of a store in Lahaina on Front Street, and its first store in the continental U.S. in California at Fashion Island.

For more information, visit islandsole.com.

Driving down Pensacola Street near Ala Moana, there’s a cute little boutique to the right called Baby Soul Hawaii offering a nice selection of resort wear-type fashions, including designs by popular brands Indah and Tiare Hawaii, as well as a great assortment of jewelry and accessories.

Store owner Hitomi Ichikawa, who was born and raised in Tokyo, opened the store last October and says the store has a welcoming atmosphere, so customers who step inside will feel like they’ve arrived at a friend’s house.

Hina Ichikawa: Baby Soul red strapless dress $89, wedge sandals $79, Laakea necklace with sunrise shell $129

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The store also carries its original Baby Soul collection, as well as Pink Chicken, Ruth d’ian, Laakea and more.

“We try our best to make it easy for customers to find clothes that will look good on them and feel comfortable while shopping,” says Ichikawa. “We have items for kids, teens and adults, so please come with your family. Also, we sell matching clothes, so come and find your favorite outfits together.”

Baby Soul Hawaii is located at 560 Pensacola St. Ste. 104 (about a block before Queen Street). For more information, visit their Facebook page or call 591-1661.

Photos by Leah Friel

Fashionista’s Market Closet Swap Oct. 13

The seventh annual Closet Swap presented by Fashionista’s Market is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 13 at Japanese Cultural Center (in Manoa Grand Ballroom). The event kicks off with a champagne breakfast at 9 a.m., followed by swapping at 11 a.m. There also will be recyclable games, raffles, designer finds and more. Fashionista’s Market also will be throwing in secret finds, such as new clothes and hidden gift certificates throughout the swap.

How it works:

* First, clean out your closet of fashionable gently used/brand new clothes, bags, shoes and accessories that don’t fit and haven’t been worn in the past six months. Fashion tip: If you don’t love it, let it go!

* Bring all of your clean clothes, bags, shoes and accessories to Fashionista’s Market (1185 Bethel St.) Sept. 22 and 29. 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.

* On Oct. 13, get ready to swap with your fellow fashionistas. Participants get to take home the amount of items marked on their tickets. A portion of the proceeds and remaining items will be donated to Leeward Domestic Abuse Shelter and Goodwill Industries of Hawaii. Attendees also are encouraged to bring donations, such as children’s clothes, books, toys and toiletries.

Tickets cost $35, and only 150 are available. (Discounted ticket price of $30 per person when buying for a table of 10 seats.) Included are a Barefoot Wine & Bubbly champagne breakfast, entry to swap, designer seminars, prize giveaways, discounted shopping with Fashionista’s Market boutique and a reuse fashion show. For more information or to purchase tickets, call 537-1115.

Pearlridge Farmers’ Market Opens

The Pearlridge Farmers’ Market opened its doors Aug. 17 with more than 40 booths offering a great variety of local produce and locally inspired artisan foods, such as fresh poke, fried rice, loco moco, hot-off-the-grill pizza, breakfast burritos, fish tacos, warm asparagus, mushroom croissants and more. You’ll also find fresh-caught fish, eggs, grass-fed beef, tropical in-season fruits, lettuce, kale, chard, carrots, herbs, beans, tomatoes, squash, cucumbers and other locally grown veggies, as well as honey and coffee.

Also, relax in the 70-seat cafe to enjoy performances by local musicians. Aug. 24, enjoy music by Lopaka Brown and Alika Kalauli III; Aug. 31 Danny Fernandez performs; and Sept. 7, enjoy the stylings of Keanu Trio.

For the first month of its launch, the market will have prize drawings for kitchen appliances, such as Cuisinart food processors.

Located at Pearlridge Center (Downtown, near Sears and Zippy’s), the Pearlridge Farmers’ Market is open every Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon. For more information, visit PearlridgeFarmersMarket.com.

Waikiki may be known as the tourist mecca of Oahu, but for locals, it’s a place we get to go to shop, dine and play any day of the year.

Among the stores that have become local favorites is Pineapple County at 342 Lewers St. (behind DFS Galleria). The boutique opened 12 years ago and was known for its trendy fashions perfect for a girls’ night out, but it underwent a “big makeover” last year and is now offering more casual, beach-oriented styles that are still trendy.

Karen Yoo: Beige cardigan $26.99, teal printed dress $34.99, skinny belt $10.99, straw tote bag $34.99

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“We mainly carry women’s clothing and accessories with a few select brand names, but also expanded to men’s and babies’,” says store manager Keiko Paahao. “It is beachy, but also trendy styles that people cannot easily find somewhere else.”

Some of the brands you’ll find include Volcom, Obey, Billabong, Rip Curl, Siwy, Frankie B., Insight, Junk Food, One Teaspoon and more. There also is a great selection of fun gift items, as well as designs from local artists and around the world.

For more information, visit www.pineapplecounty.com or call 926-8245.

PROJECT RUNWAY CASTING

Do you have what it takes to be the next hot fashion designer? Are you always dreaming of showing your work on the runways of New York City’s Fashion Week? If so, this is your opportunity, plus a chance to win $100,000 or more to launch or expand your fashion line. Project Runway is now casting Season 13. The application deadline is Sept. 9, 2013. For more information or to download the application, visit bmpcasting.com/casting/pr or email prcasting@bunim-murray.com.

OLEHENRIKSEN AT SEPHORA ALA MOANA

Have skin care concerns? Want to elevate your skin to the best it can be? Stop by Sephora at Ala Moana Center Friday (Aug. 30) from noon to 6 p.m. for a free skin care consultation with a member of OLEHENRIKSEN’s team of experts, featuring Ole’s five star-related Pure Truth Activating Oil to repair, replenish and restore radiance.

Ole Henriksen, celebrity skin care guru and treatment expert, has been solving skin care concerns for decades. Mixing active ingredients with calming botanicals, his line brings the spa experience to your home.

Also, as part of Sephora’s Values Inside Out program, the Ala Moana Sephora location has partnered with the local charity HUGS, an organization dedicated to providing support and enhancing the quality of life for Hawaii’s seriously ill children and their families. Ole Henriksen himself has generously agreed to donate 10 percent of proceeds from this event to HUGS, reflecting his philosophy of not only making people more beautiful, but also entire communities.

For more information, call 944-9797.

Here it is, Neiman Marcus’ Fall 2013 Trend List:

* Animal Magnetism – be wild with spots and stripes, including prints and patterns of leopard, cheetah, tiger and zebra;

* Red – the new neutral;

Justine Godfrey: Diane von Furstenberg black lace jumpsuit $445; Alexander Wang black long vest $895; Givenchy red pandora pouch $570; Vince black pump $375

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* Violet Femmes – from lavender to eggplant, purples reign;

* Rocker Chic – fashion tunes in (get that urban edge look with motorcycle jackets, leather, studs, skinny jeans and biker boots);

* Boys Town – a dash of haberdashery, a touch of tomboy;

* Lace Noir – fade to black, both day and night;

* The Pointed Toe – looks sharp on everything from pumps to boots, as well as menswear inspired flats;

* Scaled-Down Handbags – mini dimensions, major impact;

* The Fall Face – toned down gets turned up;

* Multifaceted Necklaces – gem-cut stones add a flash of brilliance

“Fall’s 2013 music-infused message of Rocker Chic defined the runways and will define a woman’s wardrobe,” notes Ken Downing, Neiman Marcus fashion director. “Light as a feather, supple leathers translate into must-have motto jackets that top everything in a woman’s wardrobe for day and for night. Leather as trim on dresses, skirts, pants and jackets gives a subtle rocker edge to the most-sophisticated style.

“Also, saturated shades of violet and red in every hue becomes the color contrast to black, white and the beautiful browns that become the base of the season. And a red shoe and a red handbag make black worthy of a second look for fall.”

Featured here are some of the ways to wear these trends with fashions from Neiman Marcus. For more information, call 951-8887.

New Stores At Windward Mall

Windward Mall welcomes three new retailers: Expressions Portrait Design, Aloha Beachwear and Oahu Gear Co. Located on the upper-level theatre wing, Expressions Portrait Design specializes in capturing special moments in time, such as graduations, sporting events, family reunions and newborns. Aloha Beachwear, located in Center Court, offers affordable swimsuits to fit every size and accompanying beachwear for women. Oahu Gear Co. is a specialty kiosk with a fun selection of logo branded hats, colorful watches from costume character to sporty adult, and stylish wood sunglasses.

Photos courtesy of Devon Leigh

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

Jewelry Designer Devon Leigh At Neiman Marcus

Meet Los Angeles-based jewelry designer Devon Leigh Thursday, Sept. 5, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Neiman Marcus in Ala Moana Center.

Winner of the Dallas Fashion Award and Rising Star Award nominee, Leigh’s work combines a genius mix of natural and semi-precious stones with subtly detailed rich metals. Her designs have been coveted by such Hollywood elites like Courtney Cox, Christina Applegate, Kirsten Dunst, Alicia Keys and others. Described as a “diamond in the rough” by Daily Candy, her work has been in high demand by stylists for television and film, as well as on many red carpets. She also designs exclusively for the ABC daytime drama All My Children. At the upcoming Neiman Marcus trunk show, Leigh will bring a special collection of jewelry, as well as meet with and help style customers.

For more information, call 948-7352.

Faces come in many different shapes and sizes. So, when it comes to eyeglasses, one size does not fit all.

Yes, their main purpose is to help you see, but the right pair of spectacles also can be a very stylish fashion accessory.

“The trend is plastic frames with retro shapes,” says Hitoshi Otsuka, vice president at Tokyo Optical. “Also, black and two-tone colors (such as frames where the top of the rim is darker than the bottom) are popular. And vivid color frames, such as red and green, are popular, too.”

Duncan Kamakana Osorio: Four Nines 'style np65' black plastic rectangular frames $420

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Located inside Shirokiya at Ala Moana Center since 1985, Tokyo Optical offers more than 50 brands of frames, including luxury names Tiffany & Co., Bvlgari and Cazal from Germany, as well as popular brands Quiksilver, Roxy and Nike. It also recently received a collection of 999.9 eyewear from Japan, available exclusively at Tokyo Optical. A full-service optical shop, optician Karen Matsumoto and optometrist Paul Chin, O.D. are available for added service and convenience.

“When shopping for new glasses, try it,” says Otsuka. “Check what color makes you look younger or more intelligent or active, and how it changes your look. Also, the shape of the rim is very important. I look for a balance between the customer’s jaw line and the frame shape, making your glasses sit better on your face.

“Also, we have Asian-fit eyeglasses specially made for Asians who do not have a high nose bridge or have high cheekbones. There are many different types of frames and lenses on the market. Make sure you get the best lens type and material suitable for you. Shop many places – each shop has a different selection of frames.”

Featured here are some of the latest styles available at Tokyo Optical. For more information, call 949-7028.