West Oahu designer cuts prices at Blaisdell hall shopping event

Debbie Alipio is discounting her clothing by 50% at the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall in Honolulu.

The sale applies to her pink and brown resort wear collection. The Hawaii’s Finest Black Friday Makeke is the final day of the event. It runs from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

More than 250 local vendors are participating in the holiday market. Alipio owns Makuahine Vintage, a small business based in West Oahu. She started the company about six years ago. She began by creating jackets. Her designs have since expanded to include camouflage, streetwear, and resort wear.

Alipio describes her work as a way to share stories. She said, “It doesn’t matter your age; it doesn’t matter your gender.” She added, “Wear what you love, wear what makes you feel empowered.” Her designs often feature camouflage patterns and native Hawaiian plants and animals. She said she loves to hunt and is very outdoorsy. These interests influence her use of color and pattern.

The collection includes denim clothing, buckles, and polarized sunglasses. Alipio also created a specific design inspired by Lahaina. She made this piece after people asked for a way to remember their homes and families following the fires. Alipio said she looks forward to meeting shoppers during the event. She noted that turnout has been strong so far.