Aloha Allure

Honolulu  is an American  musical film  that was released by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer in 1939 In this film clip staring  Eleanor Powell, her so-star  Gracie Allen is singing "Honolulu" 

Kahiko is the most ancient form of hula and it is never performed with a grass skirt nor accompanied by a ukulele and steel guitar. It is, rather, a solemn Hula with sacred ties and strong purpose.   Kahiko   Hula is danced to the chanting of the Kumu Hula or Hula Master Teacher. Today, this ancient form of hula is still being performed and it is the pride and favorite of the Hawaiian people. Although the chants are called “oli” when they are added to song they are called “mele” making it a poetic song that beckons the listener to pay attention. The common reference to this form of hula is “Mele Hula”   meaning   “song dance” or “Kahiko” but the correct reference is “Hula   Kahiko .” One of the best venues to see Hula  Kahiko  performed is during the Merrie Monarch Festival held each year in Hilo, Hawaii for an entire week. In many ways the Merrie Monarch Festival is a symbol of survival for the Hawaiian people and a beloved example of the rich ...

Sarongs have many names, "malo" is the Hawaiian name, worn by men, "pareau"  in Tahiti and "lava-lava" in Samoa, in Fiji it is called a "sulu" , and in East Africa it's called a "kanga" . We call them sarongs because it's the most popular name today for this versatile garment. Sarong measures approximately 66 x 44 inches (168 cm x 112 cm)  There are several ways to wear it. It's not only used while you do a beautiful hula or shake things up with some Tahitian....it's common place to wear them even if you don't dance Polynesian as a swimsuit cover-up, wrap around a pair of leggings or as a dress! The following video will show you numerous ways to tie your sarong Whether you're walking on the beach, doing an impromptu hula dance or going shopping, this fashion collection get's you through it all. "The Coral Reef" Coral Reef by alohaallure featuring a leopard tote bag Chi...