SPARK has moved a couple of blocks away from Royal Hawaiian Avenue to Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikiki. The popular clothing and vintage collectibles store is known for its original line of graphic T-shirts, caps, hoodies and shorts, as well as retro decor and novelty fashion items from the 1950s through the ’70s.

Store owner Masashi Iwata (pictured above) started the company 18 years ago selling primarily antiques, such as old jukeboxes, classic motorcycles and collectible toys. He also started designing T-shirts and discovered that people really liked his designs, including a loyal following of fans among Japanese visitors and celebrities.

At Royal Hawaiian Center, SPARK is located on the second level of Building A, next to Island Slipper. For more information, visit facebook.com/sparkhawaii or call 781-9165.

Seychelle Moore: Orange and brown 1980s dress with lace on sleeves $38.99

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Hawaii Gas and Windward Mall presents Discover Windward, a free, family-friendly event July 26 from 4 to 9 p.m. at Windward Mall.

There will be cultural activities, fashion, music and food, including food trucks and vendors serving delicious samples and meals sourced from around the Windward area.

Enjoy live entertainment by talented artists who call the Windward side their home, and fashion shows featuring clothing and accessories from Windward boutiques and brand names.

Keiki will have their own indoor fun zone with bounce houses and games; and there will be an arts and crafts area, where visitors can get hands-on with their creative side, as well as enjoy the artwork of Windward artisans and artists.

During the event, shoppers who spend $75 at any Windward Mall store or restaurant will receive a free Regal Cinema movie ticket. For more information, visit windwardmall.com.

Island Heritage introduces Island Yumi, a Hawaii brand of clothing, stationery, gift items and accessories featuring cute, fun and lovable characters for girls of all ages.

“The characters include six young girls who are all friends living and growing up in Hawaii: Aloha, Mai, Mele, Pua, Hoku and Ono,” explains Lynne Madden, executive vice president of The Madden Corporation, the parent company of Island Heritage. “Each character has her own unique personality, and they all carry a message of aloha for others, self-acceptance and the joy which makes childhood magical.”

Kassidy Yago: Island Yumi 'Mele' T-shirt in aqua $20 and ponytail holders $9.95 (set of two)

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The inspiration for the concept of Island Yumi is credited to president and CEO Dale Madden, who wanted to capture the many special things about Hawaii in a fresh and unique way. Their team of talented artists and designers then brought the adorable characters to life, illustrating them in a whimsical manner inspired by Japanese animation.

“We actually thought about our own daughters and what it was like for them growing up here,” adds Lynne. “And we came up with Island Yumi as a fun and playful way to capture that joy.”

New Island Yumi plush dolls will be arriving in stores within the next few weeks, and Madden says they are continuously developing new products and more items, including a coloring and activity book, as well as a story-book.

Island Yumi is available at more than 50 locations, including hotel gift shops throughout the state, California and Japan, and online at islandyumi.com. On Oahu, Island Yumi clothing and gift items can be found at The Islands’ Best, Marine Corps and Navy Exchanges, Hilo Hattie (Nimitz and Ala Moana), Little People Hawaii, Pineapples Boutique, JW Marriott Ihilani Resort and Spa at Ko Olina, Marriott’s Ko Olina Beach Club, Dole Plantation and Polynesian Cultural Center.

Island Yumi gift items also can be found in stores throughout Hawaii that carry Island Heritage, including Longs Drugs, Walmart, Kmart, Walgreens, Don Quijote, Sears, Target, Army Exchanges, Honolulu International Airport gift shops and ABC Stores. For more information, visit islandyumi.com or call 564-8853.

Ward Village will host Art + Flea, a monthly community urban market, beginning Thursday (July 24) from 5 to 10 p.m. at 1020 Auahi St. (behind Marukai Market). The popular all-ages event, which features a collection of artists, food vendors, entertainment and activities on the last Thursday of each month, will debut at Ward Village with the theme ‘Fly Me to the Moon.’ Admission is $3 per person.

Hawaii Gas and Windward Mall present Discover Windward, a free, family-friendly event on Saturday (July 26) from 4 to 9 p.m. at Windward Mall.

There will be cultural activities, fashion, music and food, including food trucks and vendors serving delicious samples and meals sourced from around the Windward area.

Bobby Cabino: RVCA ‘That’ll do sax’ buttondown shirt $56 and Billabong ‘Carter Chino’ in black $49.50 from T&C Surf

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Enjoy live entertainment by talented artists who call the Windward side home, and fashion shows featuring clothing and accessories from Windward boutiques and brand names.

Keiki will have their own indoor fun zone with bounce houses and games; and there will be an arts and crafts area, where visitors can get hands-on with their creative side, as well as enjoy the artwork of Windward artisans and artists. During the event, shoppers who spend $75 at any Windward Mall store or restaurant will receive a free Regal Cinema movie ticket.

Also happening at Windward Mall on July 26 is its third annual Kids, Inc. Business Showcase from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. featuring a dozen keiki entrepreneurs offering a service or product they’ve created from scratch, or reselling a product from a wholesaler. Some of this year’s businesses include custom-made reusable shopping bags created from old T-shirts, bite-sized snacks on a stick, artwork, handmade jewelry, homegrown plants and more. All keiki participants keep 100 percent of their earnings.

Featured here are some of the latest fashions from various Windward Mall retailers. For more information, visit windwardmall.com.

photos by Nathalie Walker
page design by Nicole Thommes

Jeans Warehouse has opened a flagship store called And More … by Local Fever at Ward Village (in the space previously occupied by Nordstrom Rack, next to Office Depot) featuring an extensive selection of fashions for women, as well as a section for men, children and the home.

Rose Saludares: LetHerBe white blouse with sleeve cutouts $29.99, Koral navy embossed jeans $89.99, fashion necklace $4.99

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The new store maintains its company mission of “offering the latest fashion trends at the best prices,” but with an even greater assortment of products. In addition to fashions from Local Fever and Jeans Warehouse, customers will find Jeans Warehouse Plus & Kids, along with new departments: Home (home decor, bedding and travel), Men’s (apparel, accessories and footwear) and Genuine Marquee Brands (such as Prada and Gucci handbags, Tahari and Paige apparel for women, and Tommy Bahama and Ralph Lauren for men).

And More … by Local Fever is located at 330 Kamakee St. For more information, call 589-2220.

photos by Anthony Consillio// page design by Nikki Thommes

TOKIDOKI AND LESPORTSAC REUNITE THIS FALL

Tokidoki fans, mark your calendars! A special meet-and-greet/in-store signing event with artist Simone Legno takes place at LeSportsac in Ala Moana Center Aug. 16 from 2 to 6 p.m.

Legno’s cute and imaginative world of tokidoki returns to LeSportsac this fall for another playful and eye-catching collection launching globally this month. The new tokidoki for LeSportsac collection picks up right where the still-sought-after 2006 partnership left off, and is guaranteed to delight fans of both brands throughout the world.

In celebration of LeSportsac’s 40th anniversary, the 19-piece tokidoki for LeSportsac collection debuts new styles and fabrications for LeSportsac, showcased by two tokidoki prints created for the collection and a quilted solid black offering. Also meet Palette, a never-before-seen character created by Legno that is exclusively debuting in this collection.

In addition to all LeSportsac Boutiques, the tokidoki for LeSportsac collection can be found at the tokidoki flagship store in Los Angeles, online at tokidoki.it, and select Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s and Nordstrom locations.

NEW FASHIONS AT MADE IN HAWAII FESTIVAL

A collection of Hawaii fashion and jewelry designers will showcase their products at the Made in Hawaii Festival Aug. 15 17 for the first time this year at the New Products Showcase organized by the state Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT).

The Showcase, located in Neal Blaisdell Center’s Pikake Room, will feature eight Hawaii Fashion Incubator (HIFI) Boutique designers, including Alohiwai, Genuine Guava, Indigo Sage, JenStone Jewelry Hawaii, Kai Ea Hawaii Jewelry, Naturally Young at Heart, Route99 and Sea Swept Hawaii. On Saturday and Sunday of the festival, a HIFI Fashion Showcase at 2:15 p.m. will feature fashions by HIFI members worn by models from Larson Talent, with hair and makeup by Paul Brown Hawaii.

Two other organizations also are participating in DBEDT’s New Products Showcase: Hawaii Culture and Retail Association, featuring contemporary and traditional products made by Hawaii’s cultural artisans and practitioners; and INNOVATE Hawaii, a program of DBEDT’s High Technology Development Corporation that will showcase five food-product manufacturers.

Sponsored by First Hawaiian Bank, the Made in Hawaii Festival takes place at Neal S. Blaisdell Arena and Exhibition Hall and offers a variety of food, health and beauty products; apparel and accessories; gifts, books, artwork, crafts and other locally produced goods.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 15 and 16, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Aug. 17. The three-day event also will feature its popular series of cooking demonstrations by some of Hawaii’s top culinary artists, plus a lineup of award-winning Hawaii musicians on the entertainment stage. Admission is $5 per person, free for children age 6 and under. The first 500 people attending the festival each day will receive a commemorative, reusable 20th anniversary Made in Hawaii eco-bag. For more information, visit MadeinHawaiiFestival.com.

Tucked away on the second floor of Waikiki Beach Walk is a store dedicated to generating aloha in Waikiki. ‘Ohana Island Style, owned by Blaine Kia and Eiichi Abe, features a nice variety of Hawaii-made products, including fashion and accessories from hard-working, talented local artists. “‘Ohana Island Style is committed to becoming a caretaker of our people by perpetuating our local artists and Hawaiian goods in an array of skillful attributes handed down for generations and adopted through a traditional process,” says store manager Germaine Haili. “We select our products very carefully. We want quality and uniqueness.”

Hilo Ohtakagi: Three-way strap (halter, cross-cross back or spaghetti strap) handpainted rayon dress in tiare green mint $115

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Step in the store and you immediately feel a sense of ohana. The store also offers free hula workshops every Tuesday at 3 p.m. and Friday at 4 p.m. The beginner hula introductory-level class runs 45 minutes. ‘Ohana Island Style is located at 226 Lewers St. For more information, call 923-3377, email info@ohanaislandstyle.com or find them on Instagram.

photos by Lawrence Tabudlo // page design by Kamele Eskaran

Windward Mall hosts its annual Teen Vogue Back to School event and Miss Hawaii Day Aug. 16. Starting at 11 a.m., the first 200 shoppers to spend $75 or more will be able to select a free $10 gift card for one of the following stores: Aeropostale, Cookie’s Clothing Co., Charlotte Russe, Local Motion, T&C Surf Designs or Wet Seal. From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., select retailers throughout the mall also will offer special deals and discounts. There will be a fashion show as well, featuring Miss Hawaii contestants at 1 p.m. and entertainment throughout the day. For details, visit windwardmall.com.

LeSportsac has released its latest collaboration with pop culture brand tokidoki featuring the artwork of tokidoki creative director Simone Legno, who will be at LeSportsac Ala Moana for a special meet-and-greet Aug. 16 from 2 to 6 p.m.

Going on now, the first 120 customers making a purchase from the tokidoki collection at LeSportsac Ala Moana will receive a wristband for an opportunity to receive a personal item autographed by Legno on Aug. 16 from 2 to 5 p.m.

Yuka Yokoyama: tokidoki x LeSportsac 'Palette' backpack in bianco Palette $168

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The first 100 people in line at 9:30 a.m. on Aug. 16 will receive a wristband for a photo opportunity with Simone Legno from 5 to 6 p.m. Doubling of wristbands is not allowed. One event (autograph signing which includes a photo opp or photo opportunity only), per person.

In addition to all LeSportsac Boutiques, the tokidoki for LeSportsac collection can be found at the tokidoki flagship store in Los Angeles, online at tokidoki.it and select Bloomingdale’s, Macy’s and Nordstrom locations.

At Ala Moana Center, LeSportsac is located on level 2, near Macy’s. For more information, call 973-6306.

photos by Anthony Consillio
page design by Nicole Thommes

Urban Outfitters To Open In Waikiki

Urban Outfitters has announced it will open its first Honolulu store in late November at 2424 Kalakaua Ave. within Hyatt Regency Waikiki.

The two-story, 13,000-square-foot Urban Outfitters will occupy the southwest corner of Pualeilani Atrium Shops across from Waikiki Beach. The store plans to employ 100 and is slated to open in time for the holiday season.

Founded in 1970 in Philadelphia, Urban Outfitters now operates more than 200 stores in the United States, Canada and Europe, offering experiential retail environments and an eclectic mix of curated women’s and men’s fashions, accessories and home product assortments.

For more information, visit urbanoutfitters.com.

Harry Winston Opens Second Salon In Waikiki

Photos courtesy Harry Winston

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The House of Harry Winston plans to open its second Hawaii location with a new retail salon in Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikiki. Scheduled to open in October/November, the approximately 6,000-square-foot, two-story space will showcase the breadth of Harry Winston’s jewelry and timepiece collections, including the finest diamonds and rarest gemstones available today.

There will be dedicated areas for high-end jewelry, bridal and timepieces, and private selling rooms to provide the ideal environment for a discreet and truly luxurious shopping experience.

Founded in 1932 in New York City, the House of Harry Winston continues to set the standard for the ultimate in fine jewelry and high-end watchmaking. Often adorning Hollywood’s leading ladies on the red carpet, Harry Winston also is known for its acquisition of some of the world’s most famous gemstones, including the Jonker, Hope and Winston Legacy diamonds.

The company operates retail salons worldwide, including New York, Beverly Hills, London, Paris, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Shanghai.

Middi Honolulu invites the public to its grand opening Aug. 25 at 11 a.m. with complimentary refreshments for customers to enjoy while exploring the new boutique.

Located at 1236 Waimanu St. (near Ala Moana Center, across from Kissaten), Middi Honolulu is an expansion of its original store in Hiroo, Tokyo, which has been in business for nine years.

Nikki Thommes: LNA 'Wren' tank in black $86, LNA 'Aldridge' pants in black/blue $159

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“We always thought if we could live in a paradise someday, then we said, ‘why not now?’” says owner Mami Koizumi, who was born and raised in Tokyo. “Our boutique is for the adult with a luxe but casual island style. Such as for vacationists, we want them to stop by on the first day of their trip and find their wardrobe for their vacation in Hawaii.”

Some of the brands you’ll find are LNA, Velvet, Sundry, Sol Angeles, Tigerlily, Matt Bernson Kayu, Current/Elliott, Monrow and more. In buying for the store, Koizumi finds inspiration from her travels around the world. She carefully selects products that are timeless and contemporary, including soft and sumptuous tees, relaxing and gorgeous dresses, and chic accessories.

“The name of our shop, middi, is actually inspired by the Canal du Midi in France,” explains Koizumi. “We love how the word sounds and the meaning of it being a canal that connects people and things.”

For more information, visit facebook.com/middihonolulu or middi.jp, or call 462-4558.

photos by Nathalie Walker
page design by Nikki Thommes

Even in Hawaii, summer eventually comes to an end and we welcome fall (which this year begins Sept. 22).

Mandy McGarry: Rebecca Taylor floral blouse $275, McQ leather vest with fur collar $1,690, Etro gold chevron print pants $475, Givenchy small "Pandora" bag $1,345, Tom Ford black bootie with gold stiletto heel $1,590

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To help you transition in style, Neiman Marcus has released its Fall Trend list:

* Gray Matters Fall’s definitive neutral
* Global Chic A multicultural melding of texture, print and color
* Knit Dressing From cozy basics to major fashion statement
* Outgoing Outerwear Coats to stand out in a crowd
* The Year-Round Bootie Footwear for all seasons
* Statement Necklaces The bolder, the better

Also on the trend list are greens, trousers, clutches and shimmering beauty essentials to get you glowing.

For men, look for athletic-inspired pieces, plaids and checks, patterned pants, blues, Chelsea boots and, carrying over from the women, gray and outgoing outerwear.

Featured here are some examples of these fashion trends available at Neiman Marcus. For more information, call 951-8887.

Festival Of Giving, New Retailers At Windward Mall

Windward Mall invites nonprofits to participate in its 10th annual Festival of Giving. Deadline to sign up is Oct. 13, and the event takes place Nov. 8 through Nov. 10.

Windward Mall’s Festival of Giving provides nonprofits a free and easy way to raise funds. Participating organizations can sell as many tickets as they are able and keep 100 percent of the proceeds. Tickets sell for $10 and give ticket-holders access to a weekend full of store discounts, dining specials, door prizes and live entertainment.

Last year alone, approximately 50 participating nonprofit organizations were able to raise more than $157,000 to support their work in the local community. Nonprofits also have the opportunity to raise additional funds by signing up to man a table during the Festival of Giving to sell additional tickets to mall shoppers.

For more information or to download the participation form, visit windwardmall.com/event/festival-of-giving-information-to-participate/. For questions, call 235-1143 or email Kristin.Smith@am.jll.com. Windward Mall also recently welcomed the following new tenants:

* Balloons and Body Art (kiosk at Center Court)

* Diamond Head Fudge/Dippin’ Dots (kiosk, lower level, Sports Authority wing)

* Gott Funn? Educational Play Center for Early Learners (upper level)

* JYL Jewelry (lower level) Also, opening this fall: Pho Factory and Curry Cafe (upper level).

Comic Jam, Keiki Ho’olaule’a At Pearlridge

Pearlridge hosts Comic Jam Hawaii Sundays, Sept. 7 and 21, from 1 to 4 p.m. in its Downtown Center Court. Approximately one dozen artists — professionals and hobbyists — will gather to create cooperative art. Keiki and their families are invited to participate or just watch these comic masters in action.

Pearlridge also hosts Aloha Festivals’ Keiki Ho’olaule’a Sept. 13 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (at Uptown and Downtown Center Courts). The only signature children’s event of Aloha Festivals will feature arts and crafts, cultural demonstrations and, of course, live musical entertainment for and by Hawaii’s keiki. Featured entertainers are from some of Hawaii’s most esteemed organizations, including Halau Hula Olana, Terry Brown Ukulele Studio, Halau Hula O Mokulele and Ke Kula Mele Hawaii. A highlight will be an appearance by the Aloha Festivals Royal Court at 10 a.m. Bring the keiki to make ti leaf lei and enjoy other fun, child-friendly activities. Wear your Aloha Festivals’ ribbon or power band and receive discounts from participating Pearlridge merchants.

Koi BoutiqueKoi Boutique at Royal Hawaiian Center in Waikiki has rebranded its store to Koi Honolulu and moved next door into a larger space, allowing it to expand its selection and appeal to a wider demographic.

Founded in 2008 by Sean and Kyong Chang, the locally owned-and-operated boutique continues to carry the latest in the rock-inspired fashions and accessories for which it became popular, but has greatly added a range of merchandise, including designer fashions, tailored and fashion-forward denim, suits and jackets, leather jackets, graphic T-shirts, sportswear, knitwear, blouses, party attire and swimwear for men and women.

Devon Ferguson (Larson Talent): Orlebar Brown terry polo $165, Orlebar Brown 'Bulldog Birds of Paradise' swimshorts $375, D'Amico leather braid bracelet with turquoise $140, D'Amico triple strand leather bracelet with anchor detail $110

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There also is a great selection of accessories, such as belts, handbags, messenger bags and jewelry, as well as lifestyle items including candles, cosmetics, soaps, home fragrances and more.

Some of the brands you’ll find are Chan Luu, Cruciani, Chinti & Parker, Commune de Paris, Diane von Furstenberg, Dom Rebel, E.vil, The Editor, Eugenia Kim, Franco Ferrari, Hollywood Trading Company (HTC), Hye Park & Lune, Jerome Dreyfuss, Lauren Moshi, Luis Morais, Orlebar Brown, Orobianco, Philipp Plein, Rock Revival, LAFCO, Siwy and Victoria Beckham.

“Many of the lines carried are popular overseas, with a number of them being some of the hottest European brands not found anywhere else in Hawaii,” says store director Gloria Woo. “There also are a few collaborative products with brands such as Hydrogen and Cruciani, which are exclusive to Koi Honolulu.”

For more information, visit koihonolulu.com or call 923-6888. You also can find it on Facebook (facebook.com/welovekoiboutique), Twitter (twitter.com/koiboutique) and Instagram (koiboutiqueinhi).

Bring out your calendar because there are some great beauty and fashion events happening at Neiman Marcus this month.

The Beauty Event, Sept. 11-21

Purchase $125 or more in cosmetics or fragrances and receive an NM exclusive tote (pictured at right) filled with deluxe samples. Spend $350 or more and receive both the tote and a matching cosmetics case filled with more samples. Plus, receive additional gifts with qualifying purchases from participating lines.

Faces of Beauty Sweepstakes, Sept. 1-21

Back by popular demand, Neiman Marcus is requesting nominations of people who represent beauty on the inside and out. To nominate someone, go to facebook.com/neimanmarcus and upload a photo and a description of how the nominee represents beauty. Six women will be selected to be the Faces of Beauty in the NM Spring 2015 Beauty Event campaign. Winners will receive a flight to Dallas, private fitting at the Neiman Marcus Downtown store, dining experience at Zodiac, hotel accommodations, $1,500 worth of cosmetics and fragrance, as well as wardrobe from the photo shoot. *Special note: One of the six women from the current Fall campaign, Ashley Maynard (pictured above), is from Honolulu. A professor at the University of Hawaii and published author, Ashley was selected from more than 1,000 entries across the country. To see her story, visit blog.neimanmarcus.com/be-you-be-beautiful-winners/.

Project Beauty, Sept. 13 at 11 a.m.

View all that fashion and beauty have to offer this fall during Neiman Marcus Honolulu’s first Project Beauty event, emceed by Grace Lee of Sunrise on Hawaii News Now. Enjoy a runway presentation on some of the best skincare, fragrance and cosmetics lines carried at Neiman Marcus. Also, enter for a chance to win one of six luxe beauty baskets, each containing several hundred dollars’ worth of merchandise from such lines as Tom Ford, Kiehl’s, Cle de Peau and more. Seats cost $25 per person, which includes a gift card in the same amount that can be applied to beauty purchases that day. Use your Mastercard to pay for your reservation fee and receive an additional $25 gift card. After the show, enjoy complimentary makeovers, skincare and fragrance consultations, brow shaping and more. Also, visit the Mastercard lounge for light refreshments throughout the day.

Christophe Cervasel in person for Atelier Cologne, Sept. 13 noon-5 p.m.

Meet the creator of Atelier Cologne, the first Maison de Parfum dedicated entirely to cologne. Carried at select retailers and its own stores in New York and Paris, Atelier Cologne offers a selection of fragrances that celebrate the elegance of citruses blended with precious raw materials. Christophe will be available for personal fragrance consultations and will be signing bottles purchased. With any purchase of a Cologne Absolue during the event, customers will receive a complimentary travel-size fragrance of their choice in a personalized leather case.

Ala Moana Center presents The Fall Fashion Event Sept. 12-14 featuring a weekend of fashion shows, a gift-with-purchase promotion, a chance to win a luxurious Beijing getaway for two, and more. Participating merchants also will have in-store demonstrations, exclusive products, special offers and deals.

Festivities kick off at 5 p.m. Sept. 12 with cupcakes, DJs throughout the Center and a special gift for the first 500 customers.

Justine Godfrey: Unif oversized knit cardigan $105, Gillia white graphic tee $44, Spiral Girl overall skirt $66, Emily Blue asymmetrical earrings $118 (all from Spiral Girl)

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Fashion shows will take place at Centerstage and are scheduled as follows:

Friday, Sept. 12
6 p.m. Reyn Spooner
Saturday, Sept. 13
noon Ann Taylor
1 p.m. Banana Republic
2 p.m. Diane von Furstenberg
3 p.m. CH Carolina Herrera
4 p.m. Cache
5 p.m. Old Navy

Sunday, Sept. 14
noon Spiral Girl
1 p.m. Macy’s
2 p.m. bebe
3 p.m. Valerie Joseph
4 p.m. Pepsi Fashion Show featuring custom designs by Honolulu Community College students

Shoppers who redeem $200 in Ala Moana Center store and restaurant receipts, dated Sept. 12-14, will receive an exclusive clutch (pictured above) by local designer Jana Lam. Receipts can be redeemed at the Customer Service Center.

Also, try your luck and enter for a chance to win a getaway for two to Beijing, including roundtrip airfare for two on Hawaiian Airlines, a four-night stay at Four Seasons Hotel Beijing’s Ambassador Suite, and a $500 Ala Moana Center gift card. Shoppers can submit their entry form Sept. 6-14 on Mall Level 2, near Louis Vuitton or by visiting facebook.com/AlaMoanaCenter.

During The Fall Fashion Event, Ala Moana Center also will be accepting donations on behalf of Dress for Success Honolulu. Shoppers are encouraged to bring classic suits and separates, dresses, jackets and sweater sets, handbags, accessories and shoes, unused cosmetics, creams and toiletries to participating merchants and enjoy special discounts and offers at select retailers.

For more information, visit AlaMoanaCenter.com.

Calling all brides-to-be! The Hawaii World Class Wedding Expo XXXIII takes place Oct. 3 and 4 at Hawaii Convention Center with approximately 150 vendors in one location to assist with all your wedding needs.

There also will be fashion shows (at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 3, and 2:30 p.m. Oct. 4) featuring the latest in wedding gowns, tuxedos and bridesmaid dresses.

Skyler Kamaka: Oleg Cassini ivory color strapless organza tulle ball gown with sweetheart neckline $1,750 and headpiece $249 from David's Bridal

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“The trend this year for wedding gowns is a style that covers the shoulder,” says Claudette Takimoto, owner of Party Dress by Claudette. “Also, the mermaid style, where the bottom really poofs out, and a ball gown with a full skirt.

“For color, ivory is still popular for lace, and white for tulle ball gowns. And belts are still strong for accessory.”

Expo hours are from 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 3, and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 4. Admission is $9. For more information, visit BridesChoiceHawaii.com

photos by Anthony Consillio
page design by Nikki Thommes
on location at The Kahala Hotel & Resort
flowers from Florist Grand

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When Michelle Smith traveled to Bali more than 25 years ago, she found herself inspired by Balinese culture and developed a love affair with the exotic Indonesian island. So when she started her clothing line Lani Lau, she decided to merge her love of Bali with new inspiration that comes from living in Hawaii and the beauty she’s surrounded by daily.

Tearo Keanini: Lani Lau Hawaii 'Lealin' top $98

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“My latest collection is called Rain and is inspired by the gorgeous sunsets Hawaii is famous for,” she explains. “Lani Lau is boho chic with a tropical feel. We have maxi dresses, shorts, tops and tunics.”

Smith moved from Canada to Maui 12 years ago, and worked as a Realtor. She then moved to Oahu five years ago and opened a furniture and home decor store called Bali Designs on Sand Island. But she missed the fashion industry, in which she worked in Canada, and started Lani Lau two years ago.

“The line has gained a lot of press from some famous models from Japan recently wearing our line, so our following with the Japanese has been really remarkable,” she says. “We also are excited to have Anuhea, the local singer, wearing our clothing, and so with all the social media buzz that has been created, the line continues to grow in popularity.”

Smith has opened a boutique within Bali Designs at 2144 Auiki St., transforming it to more of a lifestyle store. On Oahu, you also can find Lani Lau at various boutiques in Waikiki, Gypsea in Kailua, Lilikoi in Kahala Mall and more. For a full list of stores that carry Lani Lau, visit lanilauhawaii.com. For more information, call 841-0504.

photos by Nathalie Walker
page design by Nikki Thommes
stylist Ralph Malani

Reyn Spooner has released its Zen Mums aloha shirt, a pink aloha shirt to support breast cancer awareness.

For the third year in a row, a portion of the proceeds will benefit the Women’s Center at Kapiolani Medical Center for Women & Children.

This year’s Zen Mums design features a dusty pink shirt accented by green chrysanthemums in different flowering stages, intertwined by vines and leaves. The shirt adorns Reyn Spooner’s classic reverse-print and signature Spooner Kloth, and is from the exclusive “Made in Hawaii” collection showcasing the vintage Gold Wahine label.

The limited-edition Zen Mums print design is available in both pullover and button-down styles and retails for $94. The designs are exclusively sold at Reyn Spooner stores at Ala Moana Center and Kahala Mall. For more information, call Reyn Spooner at 949-5929 (Ala Moana) or 737-8313 (Kahala Mall).