History & Significance of Lei in Hawaii
Lei is the Hawaiian word for garland or wreath usually created using floral blossoms and leaves. According to the history of the Hawaiian lei, the ancient Hawaiian wore braided leaves, flowers, shells and feathers to adorn and beautify themselves. They also made lei for each other as gifts, used them in Hula (Traditional Hawaiian dance) as well as to honor their Gods as a sign of love and affection.
Today, Giving a lei is a great way to show friendship, love or to celebrate or honor someone. It is also a useful gift for greeting someone warmly. When in Hawaii you will see just how many lei those who live here use. Lei are common at graduations, Weddings, at celebrations and parties as well as funerals and Celebrations of Life.
We at Watanabe Floral are so excited to share with you the highest quality Lei from Hawaii, guaranteed to get to you Fresh! Now, whether you are here in Hawaii or across the Mainland, you can share the traditions of the Hawaiian Lei with your loved one and special occasions!
Our Lei
Care and Handling for Lei
Unpack your lei as soon as it arrives.
If it seems a little dry, mist lightly with lukewarm water. Do not mist vine (Maile), ti leaf or kukui leis.
Place your orchid lei or vine lei in a plastic bag – such as a grocery bag.
Keep cool or refrigerate until it is to be worn. Keep out of direct sunlight and away from drafts as much as possible.
Orchid lei should be worn on the shoulders, while Vine and leaf lei are worn around the neck.
