Monthly Archives: August 2010

Help for the handbag lover

Posted on August 30, 2010 by paularath

How many times have you reached into your handbag, only to discover that you forgot your business cards or your glasses or your compact? Yup, you left ’em in your other handbag when you changed bags this morning. Help is on … Continue reading →

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Designer Punawai Rice

Posted on August 30, 2010 by paularath

 Hawaii has a seemingly endless supply of creative people. We really are so fortunate. Of course the Islands themselves are a big draw, the beauty of mauka, makai, flora and fauna offering inspiration and acting as a magnet for artists from all … Continue reading →

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A new direction for my paintings

Posted on August 28, 2010 by paularath

The art part of my life is becoming increasingly important and that is unexpected – and exciting – for me. I started painting about ten years ago, quite by accident, and art has been a growing passion. I recently got inspired … Continue reading →

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Oh, yeah, it was the challenge from hell…

Posted on August 28, 2010 by paularath

…just as Andy South said it was. I can’t imagine anything worse than having to work with a design team of six members, each with a different aesthetic and uneven skill sets, trying to pull together a cohesive collection. What a … Continue reading →

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Fashion with a Cause

Posted on August 28, 2010 by paularath

by Amanda Stevens Fashion just makes you feel good – it allows you to express your own organic, personal style while incorporating pieces that inspire and speak to you. But let’s take fashion fulfillment to the next level. When you … Continue reading →

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Andy South on last week’s challenge

Posted on August 27, 2010 by paularath

As we all get the popcorn ready for tonight’s episode of Project Runway, we have to hope that the judges are a little more in synch with the rest of the world this week. Last week was a shock to … Continue reading →

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On our radar: Muse Room

Posted on August 26, 2010 by paularath

I was just sort of scouting around Kailua the other day and discovered an adorable little shop called Muse Room. The vibe is ultra-feminine and quite original. It actually feels to me a little like a boutique in Le Marais, … Continue reading →

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Kyle goes wild

Posted on August 26, 2010 by paularath

  Stylist Kyle Kagamida muses about his favorite fall trend: animal prints. If you’d like his advice on how to make this trend work for you, please send me a photo or two and he’ll offer his styling advice: paularath@aol.com. … Continue reading →

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Duck Soup sale

Posted on August 25, 2010 by paularath

If you happen to be on Maui now – or you’re going to Maui in the next few days – be sure to visit Duck Soup, a treasure trove of unusual furniture and gifts from Bali. And I do mean … Continue reading →

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Cinderella shoes

Posted on August 25, 2010 by paularath

Donald Pliner is one of my favorite shoe designers. Even his heels are comfortable, at least for a few hours, if not all day. For the past few years his designs have seemed a little ho-hum, so I was really excited … Continue reading →

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