Blog — Wings Hawai'i

If you’re looking for the best Maui boutiques and authentic made-in-Hawaii items, Paia is a must-visit. Definitely plan a Paia shopping day if you’re looking to skip the same-old touristy stuff sold at the Maui mega-resorts. Here you’ll find authentic, locally-owned and operated boutiques and art galleries filled with unique wares handmade by Maui artisans, many using sustainable and upcycled materials. Plus, there’s never been a better time to support Maui small businesses!

At Wings Hawaii, our crew is everything. Behind each handcrafted piece in our Maui boutique is a powerhouse squad of talented women making the magic happen. Today, we’re shining a spotlight on three lovely ladies of the Wings dream team. Meet Angi, Kat, and Maiya.

You’re invited! Come party with us at the shop!

What: Wings Hawaii In-Store Holiday Party

Where: Wings Hawaii, 100 Hana Hwy, Paia

When: Wednesday, December 18, 4-7 p.m.

Why: Launching our NEW holiday clothing and jewelry collections, Secret Sale with big discounts on select items, and a pop-up screen-printing booth to benefit Help Maui Rise. Plus, yummy treats!

At Wings Hawaii, “for real life mermaids” isn’t just our tagline, it’s our whoooole actual lifestyle. Take Tara Timpone, for example, our assistant jeweler and in-house photographer. When we asked her what a real-life mermaid means to her, Tara replied: “Someone who loves and appreciates the ocean, and cares about preserving and protecting it, and all the creatures that call it home.”

That perfectly describes Tara, a lifelong waterwoman and animal lover who calls the ocean her happy place. An avid freediver, longboarder, and kayaker, Tara has also been photographing and swimming with whales since 2019, with treks to Tahiti, Tonga, and the Cook Islands to do so.