Sponsored Edition: Too Cool for School
Getting your keiki ready to go back to school is a lot like a team challenge on a fashion reality show. You start with a whirlwind shopping trip, spend hours squabbling over key looks (there may even be a tear or two), then come show time, you send them out and hope for the best.
The main difference? You don't need a tall German supermodel or silver-haired adviser to tell you what's in or out; you've got Pearlridge Center and its five must-haves for a stylish start to the school year. Even better, shop at the Center this weekend and earn three HawaiianMiles for every dollar spent on back-to-school purchases.
That's how you make it work.
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Dress for Success Combine classic prints with a bold pop of color for a sweet, stylish look. Polka dot dress, $42, Prototype. Earrings, $4.80, Forever 21. Belt, $16, Nicky Shoe Company. |
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Street Smart Style Balance an edgy tee with a preppy plaid button-down shirt. Bloodbath T-shirt, $30, Prototype. Billabong shirt, $51, Blue Hawaii Surf. |
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Pumped Up Kicks Run to the head of the class in stylish yet comfortable sneakers with cushioned heels and durable rubber soles. Nike Air Prestige 3, $80, Foot Locker. |
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Watch Your Back This backpack is as functional as it is fashionable, with pockets for books, laptops, sunglasses and an insulated cooler pocket, perfect for water and snacks. DaKine Duel backpack, $70, HIC. |
Posted on Tuesday, July 17, 2012 in Permalink









Lei Chic associate editor Terri Inefuku graduated from Northwestern University with degrees in Journalism and International Studies, and worked in New York, Chicago, Austin and Honolulu as a broadcast journalist before joining HONOLULU Magazine. When she's not rooting out new fashion discoveries for Lei Chic, you'll find her in the kitchen baking up treats for family and friends.

