Look at me, now look at you. I have style and panache. Choose me and I’ll lift your spirits, make you smile, and dance with élan like your mother did before you. Behold, the Second-Hand Jewels. Age is irrelevant to fashion. It’s pointless. Especially now when fashion is versatile and timeless. If you don’t believe me, check out any gently-used clothes closet boutique where the owner is hands-on and in-house connecting with customers. Essentials are as simple as classic tees, flirty skirts, and black dresses, complemented with a jacket or two thrown in. The thrill of discovering a designer label hidden within the garment heightens its allure. Flashy belts, jazzy scarves, or chic hats become the icing on the proverbial cake.

Down the coast on a two-lane road sits a town as old as the island. It is known as Historic Hanapepe. When you turn off the beaten path, within a few short blocks, you’ll find a diamond in the rough. Rows of original store fronts house skilled artists, creative entrepreneurs, and musical geniuses. On this particular night the satiny glow of the outdoor market lights appeared hypnotic creating a romantic atmosphere of Time standing still. The street musicians rendered notes with hearts of soul. Their quiet style and distant music left us yearning for a bistro table and a bottle of wine so we could linger awhile longer. A treasured gem? Undoubtedly.