It's been a while since I visited Blu Umi. The last time was in 2019…read more The store has changed a little, but the quality merchandise is as good as it was before. Found local-style jewelry like puka shells and kapa cloth, etc. Impressed and excited to wander around the store. Just wish I had more $$$ to spend. Ha! Ha! Definitely worth the visit and kamaaina get discounts! Woo hoo!

Browsed here while waiting for our order at Japanese Grandma's Cafe. Nice souvenir and clothing…read moreitems. Has some Japanese items, but wish they had more things. Very nice shop. But expensive. Wasn't approached and greeted, until later I returned and walked pass the counter.

On vacation on Kauai. Went into this shop (lu.la) with friends who are native to the island. As we…read morewere leaving one of the employees there "Georgia" actually followed us out to the sidewalk and accused my friend with taking a magazine. She said "I saw you pick it up" and "maybe you forgot you picked it up". This is a complete and utter lie. My friend was actually holding a magazine he had gotten across the street at Banana Patch Studio, a great local owned store. What happened at Lu.la was so rude, and appeared to be racially motivated. My friends are Hawaiian and I am Latino/asian. My friend's wife is one of the most respected physicians on the island and my friend is a noted photographer on Kauai. My wife is a doctor and I am an attorney. To be accused in such a rude manner was utterly unacceptable. The item in question is literally a local magazine available in every store on Kauai. We were given the magazine by the store owner from the shop across the street and walked into Lu.la. with it. Craziest thing is it is a free magazine available all over the island. The general what to do on Kauai you can get anywhere. When my friend spoke to the owner of Lu.la. about the incident, Angela the owner, instead of being apologetic, became hostile. She said "well you didn't buy anything" "is our apology not enough" very sarcastically. Like that was an excuse for their outrageous behavior. We actually left because their store was so hot and the products nothing special. This behavior is not acceptable on Kauai. This is what local Hawaiian's talk about being a problem on this island. The exact opposite of what you get when you shop at local owned businesses. Avoid this place! They do not reflect the values of the people of Kauai. Also, the entire conversation was recorded. My friend was not hostile. He was professional and spoke respectfully. We can and will upload the recording if Lu.la denies their hateful behavior. This kind of conduct anywhere is awful and has to be called out since the owner would take no responsibility for their employees woeful conduct. This store opposite of aloha in every way and not friendly or authentic in any way.

I came here with my family that was visiting from the mainland, and we had a pleasant experience…read more Georgia was very helpful and kind. The store had a selection for everyone and the prices were reasonable. I would recommend everyone to visit Lu.la when they visit Hanapēpē!

10/30/24 Get your hand made/tailored Aloha Shirts by Jacqueline on Kaua'i- she is s legend!…read more Hubby brought fabric from the mainland and had Jacqueline custom tailor the shirts. She is detail oriented and creates flawless pieces. Perfection takes time so she finished 5 shirts in 6 days. A discount was taken since we brought our own fabric. Hubby is totally thrilled & highly satisfied with the finished products. Jacqueline delivers! Come check out her shop in Hanapepe

Jacqueline is a skilled seamstress, and her store is a gem. She has quickly become a favorite of…read moremine and my family with her handmade sewing pin hens and reclaimed rice bag shorts. Hanapepe charm.

Came here while in Hanapepe and stopped in. We weren't greeted when we entered, but it did smell…read moregreat. The selection was small, but high quality. They have an excellent selection of Aloha shirts for men featuring brands like Reyn Spooner and Tommy Bahama. The prices are middle of the road, but the value is much better than your standard shirts at other stores.

A great shop with very friendly service! If you're into Hawaiiana, it's definitely worth stopping…read moreby.

Aloha Exchange is my go-to shop whenever I'm on Kauai. If I need some fresh gear, it's always a…read moremust-visit. They consistently have a great selection of soft, comfortable apparel and the latest styles at fair prices. Parking is easy with a lot right out front, and the staff is always friendly and welcoming. You can order from their online store, but it's definitely worth stopping by in person. You'll thank me later.

This was a cool find since we were staying in Waimea and always driving by this spot. It has kids,…read moremen's and women's selections of apparel, hats and some camping gear. Pretty cool house brand too. Their clothing rivaled the usual suspects; RVCA, Salty Crew, Outwrknown, etc. Prices were typical of a boutique style Surf-Outdoor shop. I snagged a pair of 40% off RVCA board shorts. Check out discount bins as there was good stuff in there. Staff was helpful around the context of their house brand designs. Solid spot to visit and support a local retailer and the Aloha Exchange brand.

I was killing time in Ele'ele before a date and drove around the Port Allen area. Much to my…read moresurprise, The Village Market (sans "place") moved from Kōloa to Ele'ele! I went in to support a local business and the shopkeeper was hospitable and a great salesperson. She explained that their suppliers are local, but some products are made overseas. Still, they have a great selection of clothing, toys, home decor and my favorite, candles and skin products. There is a decent kama'aina discount that helps keep things reasonable.

Lots of quality finds in clothing for the whole family! They carry Coco Moon Hawaii line for babies…read moreand kids - LOVE this brand. Handmade jewelry, artisan body care, surf and island wear for both men and women... I could've spent all day and all my money in here! They even had papale Hawaiian sun hats. Prices are going to be what you would expect from a tourist hot spot with super cute and trendy finds, but not exorbitant. Everyone was very helpful and friendly.

Was really keen to get a real dirt shirt. Tried to ask if the one I picked was actually washed and…read moredyed in the dirt for the colour. After repeated clarifications I was convinced that all the shirts in that section were dyed in the red dirt. Come to find out later that the shirt I bought was not actually red dirt dyed. Make sure you get the brand "real dirt shirt" if thats what you're looking for. Otherwise all the others are just dyed normally, they just imitate the colour. Did not appreciate the dishonesty.

Jacqueline is a absolute gem and made me a beautiful Hawaiian shirt. Could not recommend enough.read more

Even if you don't own a horse, this place has really unique things. Books, jewelry, art, clothes,…read moremuu muu, tack and great people work there. Highly recommend.

Super cute shop with an array of both western and English options. Clothes, jeans, even gently used…read moreitems like riding boots and saddles. Good selection of cowboy boots as well. Definitely worth stopping by.

Having some kinda shopping center in the sticks is better then nothing, and the Eleele Shopping…read moreCenter surely fits the bill! Located just about 8 miles south of the Koloa area, the Eleele Shopping Center is just right around the corner of the famous historical Hanapepe town, which at one time flourished as one of "Kauai's busiest little towns" & largest communities back in da dayz. In the Eleele Shopping Center, you can find these businesses.......if I can remember correctly - 1. First Hawaiian Bank 2. Big Save Supermarket 3. Longs Pharmacy 4. U.S. Post Office 5. McDonald's 6. No. 1 Chinese Restaurant 7. Subway Sandwich Shop 8. Kool Kutz 9. Kauai Ramen 10. Kauai Laundromat Eleele 11. McBryde Federal Credit Union 12. Eleele Ace Hardware 13. King's Chapel Eleele 14. Kauai Pasta Although the shopping center is small, it's nice to have a shopping center near by so it can serve the small sleepy community .

We spent a lovely hour at Sheldon Gate looking at jewelry and talk story with Auntie about…read moreeverything from precious stones to ukuleles. We ended up getting a very unique ring for The Wife and a pair of earrings for Daughter #1 for Christmas. Besides the designs of Sheldon, the store carries some selected pieces from other artists that they have discovered. I am sure that you will be able to find something that you like.