May 2009

Lei Chic’s guide to the weekend’s best events.

Burger Kings
What: Create and name your own special burger at... Read more »

Supermodels. Wince-worthy waxes. And super-skimpy bikinis.

Brazilian trends sure have made swimsuit season more painful.

Which is why neighboring Peru gets the real thanks. That’s where North Shore swimwear designer Diana Delgado hails from, and her new line of bikinis is inspired by her childhood there. 

The collection has a huge range of prints and patterns. Seeking out unique fabrics is Delgado’s specialty – her family runs a fabric store back in South America – and she personally... Read more »

Your fashionable outfits put on a good front. But what lies beneath is a list of problems.

Your boyshorts always bunch up. Your bikinis are too teeny. And your g-strings get wedged up where no fabric should be.

Enter Sola2 undies, the latest offering from television and film costumer and local designer Marie-Noelle Pouliot's Bali-made clothing line. Pouliot's newest thongs are made of a stretchy, super-soft blend of cotton and... Read more »

Lei Chic's guide to the weekend's best events.

Home Stretch
What: Local pro surfer Rochelle Ballard releases her yoga DVD, “Surf Into Yoga,” and celebrates at two weekend... Read more »

 With the dog days of summer fast approaching, it’s time to bone up on the latest and greatest treats, products and services for your four-legged BFF (Best Friend Fur-ever).

Tiny Bubbles
If your poi dog is looking more mongrel than Best in Show, perhaps you should try the latest in dog-washing technology from Japan. The Micro Bubble Pet Deep Cleaning System uses only water, with no scrubbing or chemicals involved. Your hound will soak in thousands of tiny bubbles that oxygenate skin and remove dirt and odors. It’s especially good for dogs with sensitive skin... Read more »

Last year, Cinco de Mayo was a huge party, and Seis de Mayo was total hell. It's not just the tequila in margaritas that causes hangovers - the flavored liqueurs and sweet-and-sour mixes have tons of sugar and calories, adding to the morning-after nightmare. Plus, the drinks can easily ring up to almost $10 each.

But you can still toast to Cinco de Mayo without blowing your diet or your budget. Try this low-cal, low-carb margarita, a healthier version that also costs less to make.
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Mom always told you to be prepared. So you've already planned exactly how you'll treat her to a special day this Sunday.

No? You aren't ready for Mother's Day?

Try one of these great gift ideas.

Cake Walk
Pre-order... Read more »

8 a.m.: Freezing in your cube thanks to over-cranked air-conditioning
9 a.m.: Briefly consider actually buying (and possibly wearing) a Snuggie.
7 p.m.: Dig through drawers and closets for a cute cardigan – anything – to take in case the evening gets chilly.
8 p.m.: Meet friends for dinner, shiver when the cool mauka breeze hits your bare shoulders; re-consider Snuggie.

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Your favorite color? Baby pink.
Your favorite outfit? Ruffled sundress and ballet flats.
In your makeup bag? Sparkly lip gloss.

Cosmo quizzes never lie. You always have been and always will be a Girly Girl who loves to dress in pretty, dainty floral prints.

Not exactly the easiest thing to find in the land of bold, graphic aloha wear.

Leave it to Aloha Rag, the islands’ ultimate purveyor of hip and hard-to-find designer duds, to have the answer. Just this week, the boutique... Read more »