Classics return as retailer turns 40
In celebration of its 40th anniversary, Patagonia Hawaii is bringing back 10 timeless favorites in time for holiday gift giving.
The vintage classics, including the Men’s Post Foamback Cagoule rain poncho, All-Wear Down Jacket and Diamond Quilt Snap-T Pullover of organic cotton jersey, have been reinterpreted with modern materials and design lines.
Additionally, in honor of the anniversary, Patagonia Honolulu, at Ward and Auahi streets, will be giving away a $500 shopping spree. Customers can enter by bringing in their favorite Patagonia item to be photographed with it through Oct. 31.
3 documentaries examine our attire
The Hawaii Fashion Incubator and Interisland Terminal present "Cine a la Mode" Monday through Wednesday, featuring three documentary tales of how, why and what we wear, in celebration of Hawai’i Fashion Month.
The screenings will take place 7 p.m. daily at R/D, 691 Auahi St. Seating is limited; a $5 donation is suggested in support of both presenting nonprofit organizations.
The films are:
» Monday: "God Save My Shoes," in which director Julie Benasra spotlights women and their relationship with shoes.
» Tuesday: "Paul Smith, Gentleman Designer," a portrait of the menswear designer.
» Wednesday: "Schmatta: Rags to Riches to Rags," a journey through New York’s fashion district, from immigrants, union laborers, designers and retail stores to their customers. A discussion will be held after the screening with local guest speakers.
For more information, visit www.interislandterminal.org.
Event aims to help working women
Freshionable.com is coming to Hifi COOP at Ward Warehouse from 5 to 9 p.m. today for an exclusive pop-up shop featuring the latest office-oriented fall fashions, celebrating the launch of Freshionable founder Jenny Cao-Wu’s book, "Dress for Success: A Fashionista’s Guide to Career Style."
Cao-Wu will present the 12 items she believes every working woman needs to own and share tips for looking great on a budget. Every attendee will receive a free digital copy of the book and styling tips.
Because she feels so strongly about appropriate dress in the workplace, Cao-Wu is offering free downloads of the book at www.smashwords.com/books/view/360942 through Nov. 17.
Makeup artist Jonathan Freitas will be sharing tips on best workplace makeup looks and how to identify your most flattering colors.
Shoppers are encouraged to bring unneeded work clothes or donate $5 to benefit individuals in the Institute for Human Services shelter who are in need of work clothes and resources to secure jobs.
Visit www.freshionable.com/hawaii-fashionmonth to register for the free class or for more details.
BEAUTY SPOT
Skin care fair set for Friday
Learn about the latest skin care products and speak with a licensed clinical aesthetician during a free skin care fair taking place 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Friday at Kaiser Permanente’s Mapunapuna Clinic at 2828 Paa St.
Products will be offered at a discounted rate.
Call 432-5670.
