October 2007 marks the finale of Aloha Tower Marketplace's First Fashion Friday series for the year. If you didn't get a chance to check out the fashions, promotions, and gifts, what better time than at the Fashionista's Finale? Join us on October 5 to catch the buzz on the latest in clothes, shoes, jewelry, food, music, and more!

Sponsored by SMART Magazine and Hawaii InStyle TV, this will be the event of the season! This fashion show will be a preview for Aloha Tower Marketplace's TV debut on Hawaii In Style TV, so be a part of the exposure! The public is invited to view a special fashion show featuring the hottest looks from Aloha Tower Marketplace’s many stores . The FREE event will feature prize giveaways from Aloha Tower Marketplace; fashion tips from Hawaii InStyle TV’s creator/executive producer Julie Aragaki; and more.

In addition, the lucky winner of the Marketplace’s makeover contest will be unveiled at the finale program. During the two weeks leading up to the October 5 event, this person will be treated to a one-on-one style session with Hawaii InStyle TV’s Julie Aragaki; an ultrasound facial by CMC MediSpa; a cosmetic dental consultation with Dr. Masunaga; hair and makeup by Alison Hayashi from Kiss and Makeup; and gift certificates from participating stores. 

Call 566-2337 or email info@alohatower.com to RSVP. If your RSVP falls within the first 100: Receive a gift from CMC Medi-Spa. The first 50: Receive an Oral-B Pulsar ProHealth Toothbrush from Dr. Russell Masunaga DDS of Ohana Dental Center.

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First, Head to Honolua Surf Co. store for "Girls VIP Night" featuring DJ entertainment, refreshments, in store specials, and goodie bags to the first 75 people that come through the door (on the guest list). Representatives from various surf clothing companies like Lucy Love, Billabong Girl, Reef Girls and Nixon will be on hand to talk to the guests from 7:30 – 9 p.m. The clothing company reps will also show a sneak peek of the Holiday and spring line.

RSVPs will enjoy 20% off all merchandise.* Guests who do not RSVP'd will enjoy 10% off all merchandise.*  Guests who have RSVP need to get their VIP wristband at the time of entry to receive their gift.

* excludes already marked down items, surfboards & skimboards

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Honolua Surf Co. will then continue the after-party at Chai’s Island Bistro with "Red Carpet Night" from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. There will be entertainment by DJs G-Spot, IKON, Quiksilva and Gabi. Proceeds from the event will go to benefit the Hawaii Missing Kids television special.

$10 entry fee.  You must be at least 21 years old to attend this event.  Dress code strictly enforced so dress to impress. No caps, t-shirts, shorts, slippers.

Call now (384-7659) to reserve your VIP table for only $200! This includes bottle service and mixers featuring Las Vegas VODKA (15 Gold Medal Award Winning new Vodka from Russia), Limited reserved seating and complimentary pupus.

Proceeds from the event will benefit Hawaii’s Missing Kids-TV special which will air on KHON2, CW and OC16 in December 2007

To get on the guest list to these events, call 566-2337 or email info@alohatower.com with the subject line “FFF RSVP.” Guests on the rsvp list for "Red Carpet Night" at Chai's must arrive before 11 p.m for FREE entry.

September 7, 6 p.m.: Feng Shui with Fashion (Dressing With Intention) - You are what you wear, so are you wearing the right clothes for the life you want? Renowned feng shui expert Alice Inoue will show you how to dress to attract what you want.

August 3, noon: Haute Island Style, How to Wear the Latest Fall Fashions - Blaine Ashley, stylist to Josh Holloway, Shannon Doherty, Malia Gibson and more, will show you how to dress your best without breaking the bank.

She recently teamed up with esteemed local make up artist Dorys Foltin to provide services for the general public like building portfolios and personal shopping. Blaine Ashley's current focus is writing the SCENE & BUZZ pages for Modern Luxury magazine. She is also the editorial Wardrobe stylist for the newly launched HI Luxury magazine and will soon team up with HI Luxury sister publications IflyGo! and Midweek to expand the beauty and fashion segments of those publications.

Download Blaine Ashley's Fall Fashion Tips.

July 6, noon : Pack Light While Traveling in Style -Honolulu Advertiser fashion writer Paula Rath shows you how to look chic on vacation without being a pack rat.

Paula Rath has been with the Honolulu Advertiser for 10 years and had a regular fashion segment on KHON 2 news for two years. She now does wearable art for gallery shows and loves designing and making many of her own clothes. She also provide fashion consulting for men and women, including those who have been promoted into jobs where attire and presentation are important.

Download a copy of Paula's Tips for Parsimonius Packing document.

Enter to win a round trip for two to the neighbor islands of your choice on Hawaiian Airlines!  Prize will be drawn in October.  Every time you come to First Fashion Friday, you increase your chances of winning!

Sign up for our monthly newsletter for a chance to win even more prize! Email info@alohatower.com with "Monthly Newsletter," in the subject line.

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Other topics in this month's issue:

October First Fashion Friday

Dress for Success

Fitness Tip of the Month

To Market, To Marketplace: This Month's Fave Finds

Sip into Style at Gordon Biersch

Dreams 101

Participating Merchant's Specials

Restaurant Specials