The Scent of Self
Fragrance is more than a finishing touch — it’s a quiet habit, a part of getting ready, and a way of marking time. In The Scent on the Shelf, I share the everyday scents that make up my current rotation — from Le Labo’s Matcha 26 to the layered greens of Aēsop.
That’s A Lot of Baggage
A Loewe Cubi. A Salvage Public market bag. A quiet obsession turned collection.

Honolulu Streetwear: A Research Article.
A look into Honolulu Streetwear: A research article.

In Hawai‘i, We’ve Always Been in Our Slippah Era
GQ recently declared, “We’re in our flops era.” And while I get where they’re coming from — embracing easy, breezy footwear for the summer — a part of me wants to ask, “Bruh, you ever been to Hawai‘i?”


Favorite Places to Study/Work – Weekend Escapade
It’s funny how certain places shape your memories.
Why I Support Local
At the end of the day, it’s about more than just a purchase — it’s about people, connection, and aloha.