A few miles up the road from our shop is one of Hawai‘i’s greatest treasures. It is not a statue or an extravagant building. It is a place filled with beauty and an energy that is indescribable. ‘Iao Valley is a popular destination on Maui. On any given day hundreds of tourists can be found roaming through the park. To locals, this is where friends and family gather to swim in the cool waters or participate in an unexpected guava fight. ‘Iao Valley’s beauty and mysticism is deeply rooted in one of the bloodiest battles in Hawaiian history.

We are very excited to be the exclusive Maui retailer of these Kepaniwai jerseys designed by Paiea Projects and FITTED. Each jersey is $69.99 and can be purchased in-store only. Based in Honolulu, the web and graphic design company is making its presence felt throughout Hawai’i. Paiea Projects integrates its deeply rooted Hawaiian culture with the modern day aspects of business. Check out their website at paieaprojects.com for more information. Much mahalos to Pono Campbell for perpetuating the Hawaiian culture.

Deidre is seen walking all over Wailuku, and always in a cute outfit! Today I ran into her with a cute top paired with a pencil skirt, an adorable purse, and HEELS! Yes gals, she walks all over Wailuku in heels! Why? Because she says its a great workout for her calves :) Read on and Deidre will surely inspire you to choose to walk too!

Walker: Deidre Tegarden
Profession: Governor’s Representative – Maui

Why do you walk?
It is healthy and it’s a great way to see friends and find out what is happening in town. I always run into someone I know.

Where do you walk?
In Wailuku and in Kihei (with my husband and our dog)

How do you prepare for walking during your busy schedule?
By not bringing lunch to work. By the time 12 noon rolls around I am so hungry I have no choice but to walk to one of Wailuku’s tasty restaurants – this stimulates the economy, too.

What’s your favorite thing about walking?
Feeling the fresh air on my skin and seeing friends.

People wear heels to work and use that as their excuse for driving…what suggestions do you have for them?
Fiddle faddle. I walk in my heels all the time – it is great exercise for your calves.

Any other suggestions do you for people who want to make walking a part of their daily routine?
Bring a comfortable pair of shoes to work and leave them in your office so when the walking mood strikes, you can indulge.

What would make walking easier for you?
More sidewalks would be great, but having to negotiate the tough terrain on Vineyard Street is fun- you feel like an explorer.

We just got these great, light sweaters. Tie dye is always cool and can spice up an outfit. Wear this one 4 ways!
1. Wear it simple and long.
2. Tie it neatly in the back
3. Wear it as a bohemian looking wrap.
4. It’s cute when its tied to the side too!

I get tired of doing solid colors and I find that I always choose the same colors, my favorites! So I found an easy way to spice up new colors! Its the easiest thing and can be done in so many variations. Have fun!

You will need:
- Nail polish (a light or pastel color works best)
- Rubbing alcohol (vodka works too!)
- Newspaper (rip or cut into strips)
- Top coat

1. Paint nails. Let dry completely.
2. Dip nail into alcohol.

3. Press newspaper strip onto nail. Hold for 30 seconds making sure not to move it.
4. Paint over with top coat
* Make sure to do the newspaper print THEN top coat. Newspaper print won’t work over top coat.

Ashley came into the store the other day to do some shopping and I couldn’t help but notice her great outifit..completed by her fedora! The easiest way to look cute and spice up a basic look is a cute hat! Plus..you don’t have to worry about doing your hair :) So next time you think your wardrobe pick for the day is blah, grab a hat!

I ran into this sweet family on Market Street this morning as they were walking to Wailuku Coffee Co. for brunch! They were decked out in MT stuff! Had to stop and take a photo of them..made me smile :)

THE Maui Thing couple! They walked into the store to do some Christmas shopping, looked at each other, then at their shirts and started laughing! They hadn’t even planned it! Made my day :)

Courtney stopped by at Maui Thing the other day and we couldn’t help but post her on our blog! She was super smiley, totally bubbly, and fabulously fashionable! Perfect for a leisurely Saturday, she was in a basic oversized top, denim shorts, and slippers but dressed it up with her cute fedora and her classy yet simple coral necklace.