What I wore & the Mana of Maui
Maui is magical to me. Was it because it was my first time on the island? Or was it the Maui sunsets and sunrises you hear so much about? We also did a helicopter tour of West Maui and Molokai, where the pilot glided over mountain tops and shared with us a story of the Mana, the Spirit of Maui illuminating one’s path. It could have also been the three different rainbows we saw. In the end, it was the Mana, not magic that filled our travels.
On another note, I’d be remiss to not address traveling to Hawaii during the delta variant going around. We were hesitant to continue pursuing our travels at first, but when we called one of our stays to confirm if we should be concerned about anything, we were advised that so long as we stay within our own bubble, we’d be okay. And that’s what we did. We wore our masks whenever necessary and tried our best to socially distance from others.
Everywhere we went, whether we were driving on the narrow and terrifying roads of Kahekili Highway (Highway 340) or the Road to Hana, we were safe and sound. I’d like to believe spirits were protecting us, allowing us to experience only splendor and appreciation for Hawaii’s sacred lands and friendly locals.
As the final part of Maui Magic, take a look at the sustainable brands I wore to Maui, plus more moments from our time on the island. Enjoy the photos!
Maui outfits
BOLD Swim
This one piece leopard “Rosette” piece from BOLD Swim is made out of Amni Soul Eco®. This material is made out of polyamide yarn, which has biodegradability capabilities. Tiffany, the owner, also reached out to thank me for my purchase…what a nice touch! Bring BOLD Swim with you on your next water adventure.
I loved this swimsuit because it was stretchy, stylish & made me feel so sexy.
Farm Rio
A commitment to sustainability is encoded in the DNA of this Brazilian-based brand. The vibrancy of Farm Rio pieces is a form of self-expression. Each piece is truly a work of art. Better yet, each time you make a purchase, one tree is planted in the Amazon and Brazilian Rainforest. Take a look at how cool Farm Rio as a fashion brand and business is.
Vuori Clothing
Cozy, comfy and chic, we never travel without our Vuori clothes! We wear this San Diego based brand almost daily. The brand notes they’re committed to using 80% sustainable materials by 2022. Here’s their stance on sustainability.
Maui moments
West Maui
Maui tour guide
Download the Shaka Maui app for a comprehensive guide on where to go. When you use the app, know that you don’t have to do everything the tour guide tells you about; doing so would make your trip more work than vacation! The tour guide shares stories, music and history, all the info you need to explore Maui for real.
Hana Maui
We survived the Road to Hana! Here we are on the Hana side of Maui and at the Hana-Maui Resort by Hyatt, where we enjoyed walking around with our cocktails and meeting a nice couple from Los Angeles at the swimming pool before evening. We also found a red sand beach our final morning, which our new friends generously told us about. If you look at the middle bungalow sticking out a bit, that’s where Mr. Sweet and I stayed. Look at this splendid scene. The Mana in Hana speaks to you as the sun rises!
Mahalo for reading!
With glamour,
Rizzy