Fabric Mart, Honolulu

What to buy here: Hawaiian Print Fabric.

Hawaiian print fabric runs the gamut from richly colorful and bold to more subtle and traditional prints. For those who are aficionados of the Hawaiian print or those who are looking for that perfect accent for a Hawaiian themed décor or special occasion or casual fashion, fabrics can be found in many shops on Oahu. Many will be surprised to hear that there is a thing called fabric etiquette when it comes to aloha fashion. Smaller more subtle prints are typically for men who routinely wear aloha shirts in business settings while the more colorful and bold colors are considered appropriate for casual wear. Ladies know that aloha chic means well tailored, fitted and tasteful.

For those in search of that perfect Hawaiian print to satisfy your creative urges, there is no place better than Fabric mart near the top of Kalakaua Avenue. This busy two-story shop has a dizzying array of colors and fabric blends unlike any other in the islands if not the world. Arrive prepared with preferences because a otherwise a visit to this store can leave you more confused than confident. This shop is located along Kalakaua Avenue between Kanunu and Makaloa Streets just a couple of miles from Waikiki resorts and hotels.