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    Dress Pualaleʻa Evergreen Kupukupu
    Dress Pualaleʻa Evergreen Kupukupu
    Dress Pualaleʻa Evergreen Kupukupu
    Dress Pualaleʻa Evergreen Kupukupu

    Dress Pualaleʻa Evergreen Kupukupu

    $138.00
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    The Dress Pualaleʻa Evergreen Kupukupu is designed to follow your shape through the waist and hips, with a side slit that gives you space to move comfortably as you walk. The V neckline keeps the upper body open, and the length provides coverage while still allowing ease of movement.

    Cut from lightweight rayon, the fabric stays breathable and drapes naturally along the body without adding weight. The print reflects the kupukupu fern found in Puna, known for its ability to grow strong across the forest floor. Wear it with sandals for daytime, or with a heeled sandal for a more refined finish.

    Features:

    • 100% Rayon
    • V neckline
    • Shaped fit through the waist and hips
    • Midi length with side slit for movement
    • Hand wash cold, line dry
    • Signature Kupukupu print

    Learn About the Print

    Wao Keleo O Puna Kupukupu Print from Kahulale'a
    Wao Kele o Puna — Kupukupu
    This print was inspired by the kupukupu of Puna, which are especially striking: longer, fuller, and incredibly vibrant, stretching confidently across the forest floor. They are like a reflection of the strength of the land itself.

    The setting for this inspiration is Wao Kele o Puna, the native lowland rainforest that is both culturally and ecologically significant in Puna. It is a place where native plants continue to thrive in abundance, representing the richness and vitality of that region.

    In hula traditions, the more delicate pala‘a and palapalai ferns are often celebrated and widely used for adornment. The kupukupu, however, offers a different kind of beauty. Its fronds are strong, sturdy, and resilient, growing easily across the lava landscapes of Puna where other plants might struggle. In many ways, it mirrors the character of Puna itself—formed by Pele, yet constantly renewing and flourishing.

    Through this print, I wanted to celebrate the forests of Wao Kele, the resilience of the kupukupu fern, and the place I come from—Puna. It is a tribute to the land and the plants that continue to inspire our cultural practices, including hula.
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