Hawai‘i may be home to pristine beaches, towering waterfalls, and endless beauty, but it is also becoming a shopper’s paradise as well. With a wide variety of unique shops, markets, boutiques, and high end retail stores, Hawai‘i can definitely provide a wealth of opportunities to expand your wardrobe or fill your souvenir chest back home.
From the designers with the well-earned reputation for quality and style like Louis Vuitton, to the yet-to-be discovered favorites, shopping for your treasures is a simple pleasure to be enjoyed by all fashion aficionados. Purchase items that are not only worthy of space in your luggage, but will also be a timeless classic that will enhance your presence whether it is with coveted pieces of luxury in the form of jewelry or a handbag, or with the perfect little dress that will take you from season to season- beautifully. And as a bonus, the articles you acquire here can be the catalyst at home to bring you back to the wonderful time you spent in Hawai‘i.
BARON & LEEDS Come and see the wide range of Rolex timepieces at Baron & Leeds, the Big Island’s exclusive Official Rolex Jeweler. Whether it’s a sport watch in stainless steel, or an 18kt gold creation dressed in diamonds, the friendly and knowledgeable sales professionals of Baron & Leeds can help you to find exactly what you’re looking for. Baron & Leeds also features timepieces by Panerai and fine jewelry by designers Roberto Coin and Gregg Ruth. Experience Baron & Leeds… there is a difference. Open daily at the Kings’ Shops from 9:30am-9:30pm. (808) 886-1645. |
| LOUIS VUITTON A worldwide leader in luxury since 1854, Louis Vuitton has become synonymous with the art of elegant travel. Its leather goods are renowned throughout the world for ultimate quality, craftsmanship, innovation and stylish luxury. Located at the Kings’ Shops Waikoloa. (808) 886-0262. Open daily 9:30 am to 9:30 pm. Website |
| INDICH COLLECTION FINE ORIENTAL CARPETS & HAWAIIAN RUGS Indich Collection offers unique rug designs, flavored with the richness and casual elegance of the islands. Using the finest natural fibers and knowing that quality is too important to compromise, Indich Collection has created one of the most artful collections of hand woven rugs available anywhere. With the largest inventory in the Pacific and direct import Custom Design Program, you’ll find unlimited choice of rug design, size, color and quality. Visit our Kona Showroom…open everyday or by appointment! Add Aloha to your home. Indich Collection Showrooms: Kona Industrial Park (808) 329.6500, on Oahu (808) 524.7769, on Maui (808) 877.7200. Website |
| HILDGUND JEWELERS Hildgund Jewelers, founded in 1873, is the ultimate in fine jewelry for both men and women. Every custom designed piece is unique and elegant.Hildgund boasts a wide array of precious and semi-precious colored gems, fine jade and pearls, plus an exceptional selection of colored diamonds you’ve never seen before! Customers worldwide return to Hildgund’s five locations in Hawai‘i, convinced that they have found one of the finest jewelry boutiques anywhere in the world. Leading designs, lasting impressions. Located inside the Mauna Lani Bay Hotel (808) 885-6617 and at the Four Seasons Haulalai Resort (808) 325-0606. Website |
| KAMUELA GOLDSMITHS Kamuela Goldsmiths specializes in unique fine jewelry where the variety of designers is unsurpassed. Owner Jock Goodman is well known in Hawai‘i and has won several Hawai‘i Jewelers Assn. design awards. New member Heidi Paine utilizes uncommon techniques on one-of-a-kind creations and limited editions. Other gifted artists include Karen Keit, Kimarie, Leslie Weinberg, Christopher Stagnaro and Lise Goodman. “We all like to work with unusual gemstones including fine black opal, sapphires and pearls of all colors,” says Jock. Diversity shines brightly at this elegant upcountry location. 65-1279 Kawaihae Rd. (Hwy 19) Kamuela (Waimea). Call (808) 885-9244. |
| KOHALA GOLDSMITHS If you’re looking for exceptionally fine, handmade, 18 karat gold or platinum jewelry, stop in at Kohala Goldsmiths at The Shops at Mauna Lani. Specializing in rare, well-cut gems from around the world, Kohala Goldsmiths has the world’s largest gem-grade collection of black opals. Owner and master goldsmith Marc Greg takes pride in the world “custom” and many of his designs are one-of-a-kind. His goal is to custom-make the entire inventory in-house and, most of all, have fun doing it! (808) 887-OPAL (6725) or www.kohalagoldsmiths.com.Located in the The Shops at Mauna Lani. |
| THE SHOPS AT MAUNA LANI Located in the heart of Mauna Lani Resort, The Shops at Mauna Lani, is truly a shopping, arts and dining aficionado’s paradise. Opening its doors in 2006, it has been coined as the ultimate island-shopping experience consistent with the quality of Mauna Lani Resort, one of the most renowned luxurious resort destinations in Hawaii. You’ll find Tommy Bahama’s Tropical Café and Emporium, Ruth’s Chris Steak House, Kenichi Pacific Cache, Starbucks, Lahaina Galleries and much more. Plus, venture into a magic world filled with brilliant colors and steeped in Hawaiian mythology. Call (808) 885-9501. Located in the Mauna Lani Resort. Website |
| PERSIMMON Before you go anywhere else to shop for the trendiest clothes or gifts made in Hawaii, you must go to Persimmon. Persimmon offers the latest in L.A. fashion with brands like Trina Turk, Nicole Miller, Sky, Seven Jeans, Ella Moss, Free People, BCBG, Hard Tail, Lily Pulitzer, Michael Stars, Juicy Couture and more. This charming boutique is a local favorite for its wide selection of great gifts including, candles, journals, paper products, jewelry, shoes and even must-have body care products. Persimmon receives new merchandise every two weeks to keep you dressed in the latest styles. This cute shop also has an outlet store in downtown Hawi, where most items are 50-60% off! Visit the outlet store and you will find great bargains on your favorites. Persimmon offers personalized service with a warm smile. Be envied. Shop Persimmon. You will be glad you did. Open daily. Located in downtown Hawi and the Queens’ MarketPlace in Waikoloa Resort. Call (808) 886-0303. Website |
| AKATSUKA ORCHIDS Come see, smell and lose yourself in our fully enclosed World Class Orchid Gardens. We feature the largest collection of Orchids and Exotic Tropical’s in Hawai’i. All of our products are agriculturally inspected and certified for shipping anywhere or to take with you. We extend a warm invitation for you to come see our Orchid Collection, Botanicals and extensive Gift Store. We are located 1/2 mile past the 22 mile marker on Hwy. 11 on the way to Volcano from Hilo. Open Daily 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. |
| THIRD DIMENSION GALLERY Third Dimension Gallery entices collectors and individuals alike with their eclectic selections of unique and original artwork. Co-owners Linda Armstrong and Bridget Coghill welcome you to visit and personally experience the beautiful and alluring artwork from their selection of local and internationally renowned artists. Specializing in multi-dimensional pieces in a stunning variety of mediums to captivate, inspire and delight the senses. Third Dimension now has two galleries on the Big Island – at the Shops at Mauna Lani, (808) 885-6280 and their newly opened location at the Mauna Kea Beach Hotel, (808) 882-7997. |
