Insider Shopping

Hawaii is world-class shopping. If it's new in Paris, you'll find it in Hawaii,throughout Waikiki and in the hotels, boutiques and specialty shops scattered around the Island.

However, don't overlook the fine Hawaiian artisan goods. They are the truly unique things that will remind you of this trip for a long time.

They are the things that are seldom found on the Mainland and become treasures to those you bring these small bits of Hawaii home to.

	Art on the Zoo Fence An exciting outdoor tradition, this lasting Hawaii treasure has helped to establish many of Hawaii's renowned artists and offers visitors a chance to meet the artists and discover Hawaii through their artwork. They display their art along the Monsarrat Avenue fence of the Honolulu Zoo from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. 2355 Ala Wai, #307, Honolulu, HI 96816, 808-946-7282 Art opposite is the whimsical original art by artist French Guy Buffet. It is very highly collectable.
	The Contemporary Museum shop focuses on arts and crafts such as avant-garde jewelry, cards and stationery, books, home accessories, and gift items made by artists from Hawaii and across the country. We love the glammy selection of jewelry and novelties, such as the twisted-wire wall hangings. Located 2411 Makiki Heights Drive Honolulu, Hawaii 96822-Tele:808-526-0232
	The Little Hawaiian Craft Shop Everytime we bring a visitor here they leave with a treasure and we often hear how happy the recipient was about the gift. They specialize in selling beautiful handmade arts and crafts from around the South Pacific. This specialty shop carries items such as Bishop Museum reproductions, Niihau shell leis, feather hatbands, kukui nut keychains, and high quality woodwork. Located 2201 Kalakaua Avenue, Honolulu, HI 96815, at Royal Hawaiian Shopping Center, 808-926-2662
	Aloha Shirts Unless you get very lucky at a garage sale or swap meet, the best aloha shirts are very expensive these days, going for $60 to $90. For the vintage look, Avanti has the corner on the market with its line of silk shirts and dresses in authentic 1930s to 1950s patterns. The $60-and up shirts boast all the qualities of a vintage silky but without the high price or the web-thin fragility of an authentic antique. Women's dresses, tea timers from the 1940s, pant sets, and many other styles are the epitome of island chic, comfort and nostalgic good looks. In Waikiki, Avanti Fashion, at 2229 Kuhio Ave. 808/924-1668 Call for other locations.