Magnolia Boutique & Gallery — Attraction in Honolulu

Let me say this. As a native Hawaiian supporting local artists we sometimes do not receive the warmest welcome when entering an establishment. Magnolia is the total opposite of that. From the moment my daughter and I stepped in we felt completely welcomed and at home. The owner, Maggie is an absolute gem. We purchased a tahitian pearl bracelet by a local artist for my sister's birthday and she absolutely LOVED it! My daughter purchased a necklace for herself as well. The experience was so memorable that we returned a week later. I purchased my 2nd diffuser (OMG the aroma is to die for) and some prints from a local artist that will look fabulous in my living room. We will continue to return to support our local artist community and for the sheer joy it brings us to visit. TRUST me, before you visit the "other" similar popular stores. Magnolia should be your first stop. You will...

Staff was very helpful, warm and friendly. The gift I purchased was wrapped beautifully by one of the employees (I didn’t get her name). She showed me the different pieces of the same item (as they were each hand painted and slightly different upon comparing) in which I ended up purchasing. She also provided gift wrap options. I also ended engaging in a conversation with Marlene and appreciated connecting with her. Lovely person! Both were very kind and made it very comfortable to shop in the store. Happy to say my client loved his gift bought...

I really wanted to like this store. Such gorgeous things that reflect the beauty of Hawaii. What made my visit junk was the overbearing staff following me around. I get it. My appearance doesn't match the typical demographic that usually comes in. But come on. I felt uncomfortable and unwelcome. Contrast this with how I am received at places like Fighting Eel and Native Books and Beautiful things...they are not afraid of brown people. Ended up not buying anything. I'll go directly to the artists to...