PAREU HUAKAʻI

Searching for the perfect pareu fabric is always in my mind.  Wanting 100% cotton is a must and then the fabric weight is considered for the many uses.  The most recent discovery is HUAKAʻI, a heavy-weight pure cotton fabric that is manufactured in Japan which undergoes several steps to create its unique hand.  We gave its name as “the journey” in which this fabric will serve you is our intent.  May this fabrication always be at your side!

Heliconia Pareu

When we first opened our shop in 1985, our dearest friend Kauʻi would bring in flowers grown in her backyard.  Each week would be an arrangement of blossoms often times would be the Heliconia Othotricha.

The heliconia arrangements inspired this design!  While hand-cutting this design, I thought often of Kauʻi and all that she did for us.  We honor Kauʻi with this art!

Originally from South America, this ornamental is found growing in the shaded forests.  The large blossoms were a favorite in arrangements as they lasted almost a week.  The bold graphic art made the perfect pareu design!