SHOP LOCAL Talented Tastemakers

Fine jewelry, one-of-a-kind art, ceramics—oh, my! Those are just a few examples of what you’ll find at The Monarch Collective. This curated boutique is located in Makawao, a picturesque place on the slope of Haleakalā, on the way to Upcountry Maui. Owners Perri Ricci and Nickoel Martyn opened the online outpost and brick-and-mortar shop to showcase their work—Puka Perri and Taurus Moon, respectively—and also feature other Hawai‘i-based brands, artists and makers.

The Monarch Collective is a must-stop shop when you’re visiting Makawao. This area that was once a thriving paniolo (cowboy) town, has become a destination for shopping, perusing art galleries and finding unique and authentic eateries. Like so many of the local businesspeople here, the women behind The Monarch Collective are all about supporting Hawai‘i’s community of creatives. Within it, you’ll discover more than 30 brands from across the state.

Be sure to look for the aforementioned Puka Perri, a brand that ups the luxe factor in terms of shell jewelry, as Ricci uses the finest Hawaiian puka shells and handpicked Tahitian and South Sea pearls. She handcrafts each and every piece, using gold-filled and 14-karat gold accents. We think you’ll also love the handdyed silks from Sueno Made, bud vases and incense holders from Tamiko Claire Stoneware and Maui-grown sage sticks by Waiakoa Wildflowers—to name just a few. -

JASMINE LOMBARDI

3682 Baldwin Ave., Pā‘ia; monarchcollectivemaui.com, @themonarchcollective