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The Allure of the Hula Girl

The hula girl became a part of popular culture during the vaudeville era during the teens and 1920s. During this time Hawaiians began to travel, perform hula and give the world a glimpse of Hawaiian tradition,culture and costume. World War II brought servicemen to Hawaii and they sent hula dolls, hula girl costumes and postcards back to…
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Sarong and Pareo History

Pareos are best known as the traditional dress of Bali and Tahiti. Long straight pieces of cloth are worn wrapped around the waist. What's the difference between a sarong and a pareo? Just the name, some other lesser known names for the sarong are the pakome of Thailand, the lava lava of Samoa, the kain…
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Going to Hawaii? Here’s What You Should Pack

What clothes are best to pack for a great trip to Hawaii? For a Hawaiian Islands vacation, it's wise to think casual and also buy some local clothing for fun souvenirs. It can feel overwhelming to pack for a trip to Hawaii. However, the key to packing for a Hawaiian Island vacation is to relax…
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Say ALOHA to Men’s Hawaiian Shirts

Over the last century the Hawaiian shirt, also called the Aloha shirt, has become a fashion icon. One of the biggest attractions to Hawaiian shirts is the variety of themes, designs and colors, making it easy for any man to choose a shirt that fits his own distinctive individual style. Until now, however, finding the right Hawaiian shirt…
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