Pololū Nohonaohae Dress- Lingerie/Rose

Pololū

In the loʻi of Waipiʻo Valley there are many varieties of kalo of which Pololū is a favored one.  Its leaves, most often used in making lū'au he'e or lū'au moa, are specially gathered for baby’s Piha Makahiki or nephew’s graduation.  We are all in the loʻi together, picking the best leaves for the tastiest dish.

There at Puʻueo, in the heart of Waipi'o Valley, our dear friend Kia would lead us through the loʻi, teaching us about kalo, the valley, and generally, about life.  His family’s taro patches gave us memorable experiences that we treasure.

This design of taro has been given the name of Pololū to honor the many generations who have cared for the land and taught us the names of the different varieties.

Nohonaohae

When approaching Waimea from the south on Māmalahoa Highway, one is greeted by this prominent perfectly shaped cinder cone.  Frequently framed by a rainbow, Nohonaohae is sister-hill to Nohonaohaeiki, just to the north.

The simplicity of the lines in this baby-doll style gives accent to the budding generation.  The bounce in their steps indicate a happy-go-lucky attitude shared with their peers.  Short sleeves add to the costume - for any occasion.