Hilo Hattie's Store in Hawaii: A Review

Hilo Hattie got its name from a stage name of a very popular entertainer in Hawaii during the 1950's and 1960's. "Hilo Hattie" passed in 1979 her name carried on by a quality company that continued to generate Aloha spirit just as the entertainer had done while she was alive and thriving. Hilo Hattie's carries Hawaiian styled apparel for men, women, and children. There are a lot of little gifts, food products, Maui Diver's Jewelry, holiday fashions, décor and other knick knacks and novelty type treats.

Men's Apparel- Hilo Hattie's carries any kind of Aloha Hawaiian shirt you many desire. The shirts are cotton, rayon and silk. University of Hawaii-hats and t-shirts with green and black with UH's logo. Big & Tall sizes- are also available Hawaiian shirts and some shorts and foot wear for larger size feet. Women's Apparel- gorgeous Hawaiian dresses long sleeved and smock strap dresses along with a variety of sundresses. Prices are reasonable. Get traditional type muumuus they cost a little bit more. Women can get tops, bottoms, sarongs (slippers) or flip flops. The accessories are necklaces made of puka shell and kukui nut bracelets and jewelry, colorful crochet shopper tote bags. Plus-size women can get nice Hawaiian style tops, dresses, muumuus and skirts. Baby Girls- can be just as cute in the adorable hula baby doll sets and assorted girlie smock tops at Hilo Hattie's. Baby Boys-won't be left out purchase cute scenic blue cabana sets and a variety of cool hula shirts. Big kids can get t-shirts for boys and girls some are featured with Hawaiian holiday scenes. Toys & Accessories- There are a few toys on key chains. A coconut monkey and coconut fish bank are neat and interesting objects for a child both are carved from real coconuts. Get Modern Hula Bear foot Plush Bears, and a kid's mini decorative ukulele. Children love ukulele's so easy to play and enjoy.

Gifts at Hilo Hattie's

The gifts at Hilo Hattie's are representations or tastes of Hawaii. Get real sweet, juicy Hawaiian pineapples shipped to you or as a gift to someone. Hawaii has the most beautiful and fragrant fresh exotic flowers. Hilo Hattie's can have some shipped directly you or the person you are sending them to. Bath & Body- Hilo Hattie's has their own brand of soap, shower gel, body lotion, and bath crystals made in Hawaiian scents such as Pikake Passion - a blend of ylang-ylang, palmrosa, tangerine, cedar wood & pikake essential oils. Get a gift bag for only $19.97 Other scents include Sweet Blossom, Plumeria, Gardenia, Cocopapaya, Passion Pineapple, Green Tea and ginger etc.

Food at Hilo Hattie's

Indulge in Hawaii favorites and delightful treats. Coffee- get the best Kona coffee blends. The blends come in flavors like toasted coconut, a favorite of mine. You can really taste the toasted coconut flavor. Try vanilla macadamia. You can also order 100% Kona 3-pack gift set 1.75 oz. each for only $15.99 or purchase Royal Kona Kona Peaberry whole Bean coffee for $21.99. Macadamia Nuts- You just have to try the macadamia nut flavors. Hawaiians love macadamia nuts. Hilo Hattie's carries all flavors dry roasted, salted macadamia nuts, coconut macadamia nut brittle, and the famous Mauna Loa Island Classics Assortment- a 6-pack gift set featuring the most popular flavors. Don't forget to get assorted island snacks, cookies, candies, tea, spices and sauces etc.

Jewelry-Maui Diver's Brand Jewelry- feature earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and pendants. The jewelry pieces are simple yet pretty items of jewelry. There are Tahitian pearls, black, red, and pink coral, dazzling pieces jewelry.

Go on line to Hilo Hattie's and for your holiday fashions, Christmas ornaments, cards, gift wrap, gift baskets and treats. This place just isn't some old store. It's a taste of Hawaii. www.hilohattie.com