The mission and fashion of Goodwill
“So many of my designs are inspired by nature and beauty,” says Diane von Furstenberg, “so I am so glad to find a home for them somewhere as breathtaking as Honolulu!” The official Grand Opening celebration of the New York City-based luxury brand DVF was held on November 22. Diane von Furstenberg herself was there, as 500 invited [...]
During the Holidays, many people take the time to give thanks and lend a hand to others. How do you celebrate the spirit of giving this time of year? Write on the Good Wall and share your thoughts. Sandra Jones, Director of Human Resources at Goodwill Industries of Hawaii shares stories of giving, even [...]
A crisp white button-up blouse, pearl earrings, black peep-toe pumps and a Little Black Dress. What do they all have in common, you ask? Closet Essentials that transcend time and trends. Fashion fans of all ages concur that every gal should have at least one “go-to” LBD or Little Black Dress. According to Amy Holman Edelman, author of [...]
The Goodwill Hunter welcomes guest bloggers – Cathy Thunell and Ken Leung. Cathy started at Goodwill in October, 2008 as the Senior Store Manager at the Hilo location. She thoroughly enjoys working with all of the Goodwill family members and seeing how they’re impacting the community by providing reasonably priced goods and textiles to all that shop at Goodwill. Ken joined [...]
Seattle is known for its indie music scene, having THE most well- informed coffee consumers, and layer-worthy weather. Speaking of layering, the Seattle fashion scene is as eclectic as its residents. Thrifting is huge in this not-so-sleepy city. There are bloggers galore who report on the culture of thrift in Seattle. Goodwill stores are so hip in this city, that over [...]
University of Hawaii at Manoa student Hana Bowers is a Communications Intern with the Kukui Cup Project, a National Science Foundation and University of Hawaii funded project that utilizes information technology to elevate students’ awareness about their energy consumption. Running from October 17 to November 6, the Kukui Cup competition was a series of workshops that showcased the means [...]
Faux fur can be fabulous even if you live in the balmy land of Hawaii 5-0. Just take a gander at this Airport Company brand faux fur jacket. This uniquely constructed “signature piece” can be dressed up or down. In this case, its paired with an A. Byer sequined tan top and an Italian tailored “boyfriend [...]
No one can resist a cute baby, right? Especially one wearing a mullet wig, a ”stache,” a teeny flannel shirt and denim shorts. Well the people have spoken and 6-month old Lucas is the winner of Goodwill’s first ever GLAM! & Ghouls Costume Contest. Since “Baby Joe Dirt” received the most “likes” on Facebook, he and his parents have [...]
First impressions mean everything and the best way to capture someone’s attention, in the retail world, is by having a creative, fresh, well-dressed window display. Goodwill Industries of Hawaii’s Marketing, Communications and Development (MCD) department took on the challenge of re-designing the Kaimuki Goodwill retail store windows, armed with a Goodwill Goes Glam Squad of volunteers to make [...]
