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Releasing in-store and online this Saturday, November 21st at 11am HST.Aloha kākou!This Saturday we continue with our Holiday 2015 Waiwai Collection, which embraces a time in Hawaiʻi’s history where waiwai (wealth) was based more on life, health, and thriving culture. The word “waiwai” is a duplication of the word “wai” which is the Hawaiian word for water. In the minds of our Hawaiian ancestors, when you had abundance of fresh water via a river or a spring, it meant you were very wealthy because you had access to a source of life. Because of this we honor Kākuhihewa, the 15th aliʻi ʻaimoku (ruling chief) of Oʻahu, who was revered throughout the islands and brought a time of peace, prosperity, and...

Releasing in-store and online this Saturday, November 14th at 11am HST.Aloha kākou!“Wai” is the Hawaiian word for “water,” which we all know is essential for life. The word “waiwai” is a duplication of “wai” and it means wealth, riches, and abundance. In the minds of our Hawaiian ancestors, when you had abundance of fresh water via a river or a spring, it meant you were very wealthy because you had access to a source of life.Unfortunately, the idea of being wealthy in our present society has nothing to do with having a rich supply of water or flourishing crops. It’s all about the money, along with the greed and corruption that comes hand in hand. With our Holiday 2015 Collection,...