Shopping in Honolulu, Hawaii... Looking for a purple dress, I didn't expect to find one at Aloha Fabrics, but I did! Strolling around Dole Cannery, I saw clothing in the window. I thought that this was a hula supply store? Since I'm here, I should just take a look, right? Browsing the aisles that were filled with all kinds of merchandise like pareo, hair accessories, musical instruments, tube tops, lanyards, check book covers, hula skirts, etc., I found a rack of long mu'umu'u! I was excited to find a pretty lei print on lavender material with purple trim! Perfect! The nice man apologized that there was no dressing room. I estimated the length and width to figure what size to get. He said there's no refund and maybe I can come back for alteration? I think I'll fit! I also saw some coin purses that will make great party favors! I got a bunch and he gave me a discount for bulk purchase! Thank you! Wow... I wasn't expecting anything and this store is really terrific... they even have 100% cotton palaka fabric on bolts! I need to return when I'm ready to sew my next project! Thank you so much!!! read more

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Loved the many selections of fabric. Staff very helpful! I bought several fat quarters and a local pattern. Can't wait to put it together.

Lots of selection and the staff was friendly and asked if we needed help. Would visit again if needing material.

Can I say Palaka Heaven fabrics! Was looking all over for the red Palaka print, everywhere was sold out. Found this place on google, located in dole cannery shopping center. Lots of parking, and easy to find. Across Costco, so it can get super busy. They all the colors of Palaka, with other Hawaiian prints. They didn't have a lot of selection for Palaka clothing due to holidays, but it's ok they had the Palaka fabrics I wanted! Sooooo happy I found this place! Staff were so helpful, friendly, and attentive. They offer an array of Hawaiian wear, adults, and children. They supply hula dancers as well. Definitely coming back, as this store is very stocked. Quality fabrics and not imitation fabric. I was so excited i forgot to buy elastic buttons, OH MY! See you there! read more

Aloha Fabrics - Love me my Palaka!!!! - Women's Clothing Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This spot has everything you need if you're in a halau looking for unicorns or costumes for shows, hoike's etc. the staff is very helpful! They helped me w/ my order and worked out pricing for all of the pareos I purchased. I called an hour before they closed, and she waited for me and stayed open until I got everything I needed. Thanks so much! read more

Aloha Fabrics - Women's Clothing Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

After some time away from dancing, they were able to help me get new supplies for hula and threw in some free hair accessories. I will be coming back! They have wonderful quilted holders for your Ipu, ili ili, puili, and uli uli! Friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable read more

Great selection, much more than what shows on their website. The staff is very kind, welcoming and helpful.

Went in to buy pa'u skirts for my little one's hula classes. The aunties offered to hem the skirt for her super fast, free of charge. They were super helpful and super sweet. We initially were looking in the front area, near the swap meet/tourist-y like styles, and they redirected us to the more traditional pa'u skirts on the back wall. I was super grateful. We ended up getting one of each cause my little one actually really liked one of the touristy ones read more

My daughter dances Tahitian, we always know where to find what we need for a showcase or competition. They have a large selection of everything, from pareo's, coco's , accessories, and more. And for a reasonable price. The owners and staff are always so friendly when we go here. read more

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Local business with quality merchandise and customer service. We were in search of a pau skirt for my daughter's class. When we walked in we were greeted right away and was immediately asked what they can help us find. We got some good tips on what we should buy and we did as they recommended. They also have in-house alterations. One recommendation was to shorten based on my daughters height. I asked them how long will the alterations take and they kindly responded "2 mins". Fast, convenient and fully stocked with great merchandise. read more

Purchased 5 skirts here just a few days ago. I asked if they offered any discounts since I was buying multiple skirts. The lady who helped us said they didn't because the skirts they sell are exclusive to their store and are all hand sewn by her...and we fell for it. Fast forward today and we find the same exact skirts at Aloha Stadium for 1/2 the price! I called the store and asked if we could return the skirts explaining how the lady that helped us gave us false information about the product. The person who answered the phone apologized but said they didn't offer refunds and all sales are final. I don't recall seeing that policy at their store or I would have taken that as a red flag. I don't mind paying top dollar for quality items and from honest retailers, but these folks lied to our faces which I find so shady and unethical. Totally feel swindled but lesson learned. Now writing this review so others can spare themselves from becoming a victim too! Posting a picture of the same skirt I bought from this place which I found at Aloha Stadium for half the price! read more

Aloha Fabrics - Identical skirt at Aloha Stadium for 1/2 the price that this store sold us saying "exclusive" & "hand-sewn" - Women's Clothing Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

Was in search for aloha shirts for 12 month old and haven't found many options until I stumbled upon this place accidentally! Good selection, great prices and helpful service! Highly recommend if you're looking for infant aloha wear! read more

Visited this shop at Dole to see if they could help with hula costumes for my Keiki Hula class. HUGE selection of beautiful aloha print fabrics and very helpful staff. Eric was the first to greet me and helped me search the inventory for the right fabric and he reserved the bolts of our selected print - we got the last of it! Rose helped take down our order for 18 custom length pa'u skirts, solid pa'u tops, and even fern hair pieces! They made custom Aloha shirts for our boys out of the same material. Tess made certain our entire order was perfect - double checking the length of the skirt measurements and making a pro tip recommendation to line up all the hems just right. The sewing is very neat and they didn't trim off any fabric so the skirts came out nice and full. The most amazing part - our order for 20 custom hula costumes was done in ONE DAY! Fastest service, awesome communication, and beautiful product. We will definitely be back again soon. Mahalo Aloha Fabrics. read more

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I have shopped online many many times. Visiting in person was so fun! Wonderful selection good prices. From hula costumes, pillow cushions, curtains, baby blankets etc they have you covered! read more

Went because my friend and I needed skirts for our hula class and Tess was amazing! She showed us which kind of skirts looked best for us and also offered us bags for our skirts! She didn't have one made to match my skirt so she made one for me. You can tell that she has a passion for what she is doing! She showed us how to adjust our skirts and how to put them on. The price was decent especially since I know that I am supporting local. I highly recommend her if you are in need of any hula materials! Will definitely come back in the future! read more

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Needed 2 white practice pa'u with no time to waste.......in and out so fast with exactly what I needed. A little spendy but was willing to pay for the convenience. Many many other offerings but didn't have time to peruse them all on this quick trip. read more

I am so glad I found this place to purchase some pa'u for my hula class. Quality and selection are great so I bought 3 to bring home in CA. The lady at the front was also super friendly. And you have to meet their cute dog Chibi! They also sell hairpins and necklaces for hula so be prepared to spend! Really pretty pieces! read more

Visited the store today and was wowed by the selection and quality. Asked the owner for assistance in selecting fabric for a pa'u skirt. Not only did she direct me to the perfect fabric and design, she had the skirt made WHILE I WAITED!!! Perfectly and expertly made at a very reasonable price. It would have taken me at least three times as long to make. I was so pleased with the result! I also found a couple of ready made casual knit dresses that were very cute. Everything in the store shows pride and quality. Will be back on my next visit to Hawai'i. Thank you! read more

There's a lot of fabrics and it was too overwhelming for me. Others may enjoy the experience.

I was in dire need to find a way to dress 22 dancers and hosts for an event that was taking place in just 4 days. By chance (or devine design...) I stopped by at Aloha Fabrics Hula & Crafts and met Tess, Rose, and Eric, who truly embody the meaning of Aloha. They listened to our needs, walked me through options they could offer, custom made enough pareo and sashes for our crew of 22 people, and provided us with a generous discount--all within a single day. Amazing. How beautiful it is to find new friends so full of aloha to share! read more

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They had their booth at Hula Conference and were selling massive amounts of things: Skirts, Pa'u, Hula Implement Covers, EVERYTHING Hula you can think of. I was feeling a little broke so all I did was look and not buy... However, I bumped into them again at the Swap Meet and she recognized me. She cut me a deal. $22 for the skirt, $25 for a party Pa'u...that's CRAZY!!! She says she's at every Hula thing possible selling her stuff. I'll see her at the next Hula Conference...YIPEEEE!!! read more

Great selection, good prices, locally owned. Same parking area as Costco Iwilei. Park on the tire shop end of parking lot. Ground floor shop which is very easy to find. Went for mother and daughter matching pa'u skirts and found what I needed within 5 minutes. One size fits most due to adjustable elastic waistbands. Owner was super friendly and helpful. read more

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Aloha fabrics has many different material designs to choose from at very reasonable prices!! The quality of the weaved bag though...mine didn't last the first day I used it. The handle on one side came out of place. They are located in town by the Costco and on the 1st floor. Buy the fabric, just think twice about the weaved bags we typically purchase to transport uniforms and accessories. read more

What a joyous place! Filled with Hawaiian goods, mostly hula. Some new styles of dresses, gifts and fabric, both cotton and cotton/poly. Located at Dole Cannery, it's a great place to wander. The staff is friendly and helpful. Terrific prices for nice flower leis and Ipu carriers. read more

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This is a wonderful shop! I absolutely recommend it. I purchased several hair flowers and a crossbody purse from them. I was impressed with their selection, prices, and customer service. The owners, a husband and wife, were very personable (we talked about California, where we are from) and helpful. My mom purchased a lily hair ornament from them and I wanted a matching one. They didn't have another, but the owners were kind enough to look high and low throughout their inventory and shop for it. They even stayed open past closing for us (which I only realized after we left). I want to thank the owners for their kindness toward me. I plan on having my brother pick up some more hair flowers (which look real and I got many compliments on during a cruise) before he comes home for Christmas. Whenever I visit him in Oahu, I plan on stopping be for more shopping! Wonderful store! read more

Tessie, the owner, is always cheerful and helpful. Her skirts and etc are always made with quality and there is a difference between her goods and the other vendors who try to cut corners. You can tell by the stitch work. Don't get it twisted, I don't wear skirts...I'm a dude lol read more

Received the worst customer service by a female employee....... I picked 2 different materials and took it to the counter. Changed my mind after the nice lady started to unravel the material. Asked for her advice and she was nice enough to give me some great feedback. I started to look around again. Another lady shouted from across the store asking if I was going to purchase the material that was still unraveled on the counter. I told her I'm still looking. She starts lecturing me on how I cannot bring the material to them unless I am going to purchase it. I told her I was but changed my mind. I told her if she has a problem with that, I'll go elsewhere to shop and she said, okay....go. I told her she was very rude and as I was walking out, she kept on mumbling and complaining. If you value customer service, this isn't the place for you. read more

We were immediately greeted at the door , offered help more than once. Great customer service and great prices. Thank you Tess for giving us a great deal on the keiki dresses. read more

Wonderful place!! Great selection and prices.. I needed help picking the right colors for a special keki and the sales lady was fantastic!! I will definitely be back!! read more

This place has everything needed for hula or Tahitian dance. Prices aren't bad but you can get some things cheaper at Swap Meat if you need just for a simple performance for a party. If you're in need last minute things, great place to go for one-stop-shop. read more

Tess and Eric provided great customer service. Tess patiently spent a lot of time with us while we tried to decide what to buy. My daughter was in need of a top for her Pa'u skirt. We realized after comparing her skirt with theirs that theirs was a lot better quality wise.They use a lot of material in their skirts which allows it to flow better. We ended up with purchasing a skirt that they made for her while we waited. We found a great top too. We were happy with the prices. All the accessories we needed they provided with true Aloha. They make hula attire for many of the well known halaus too. Mahalo Tess and Eric for a great service. Aloha Faune and Nicole. read more

Great customer service! They have everything you need for Hula, Tahitian and Maori. Friendly staff and good quality fabrics and nice designs. Highly recommended! read more

Wow all I have to say is that I want everything in this store lol. The designs and fabric is just beautiful. The pau skirts for woman and children are wonderfully made. You can also hear the sewing machine going in the back by a women making clothes in that very store! They can custom make your skirt as you wait just pick your fabric. The prices are reasonable and affordable. I needed some fabric to sew a curtain and something for my niece. I left with a small flowered piece of fabric just to have, 3 yards of white fabric, two key chains, and a pau skirt for my niece. The lady working there was very polite and helpful. I'm going to bring my fiancé there so I can maybe get a wardrobe of a few pau skirts;) oh how I wish I knew how to sew. Their prints and designs are like no other. It's their own fabric and not exported from a foreign country. This is a lovely local business to support!! I will be back!! read more

Aloha Fabrics - Love love love this store!!! - Women's Clothing Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

I stumbled upon this place on accident. I went to caterkids and saw the word "fabric" on the store front and it immediately caught my attention. I haven't danced hula since I was a little girl so I can't say anything about the hula supply if the prices are good or not but they had rows and rows of hula... Stuff. Sorry I don't know the names. Anyways, I went straight to the fabric and loved their prints and price. The owner says they print themselves. They were $3.50/yard. I'm currently in between projects but once I'm done I'll be back to buy a bunch of fabric. read more

I love this business for many of my pareo and costume needs. The assortment is out of this world. A bit pricey, but most specialty shops are. Workers are always friendly. The new location is great except I didn't know where to park and ended up parking in the Dole Cannery area. The Aloha Fabric employee validated the ticket but the parking attendant did not accept it, stating Aloha Fabric is not able to validate and that we parked in the wrong garage. Apparently parking is across the street from the cannery/Aloha Fabrics. read more

Staff is really friendly, and they were really accommodating. We needed 10 pa'us for a performance and Tess was a blessing. Understanding that dancers are all different in height, she made pa'us to lengths of dancers. Fabrics are beautiful. read more

I loved the quality of fabric. The quality of outfits looks very well made. Will definitely stop by again when I'm on Oahu. I love that they create their own prints and the price is very reasonable. read more

Aloha Fabrics - My granddaughter loves her Hula dress - Women's Clothing Near Me - Honolulu, Hawaii

This place is horrible they have bad customer service and everything is too pricy.. They think they're cool but come on they barely even speak English. They are rude and don't even greet you when you walk in.. All they do is sew and don't even ask you for help.. Never going back to this place again. read more

tessie the owner is very helpful and very kind, i will surely come to her store again and purchase another dress .