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KIALOA
Manaola presents the Kialoa pattern in honor of the long lineage of voyaging the Kanaka Maoli people of Hawai`i descend from. The Kialoa is a long, light, and swift wa`a (canoe) that also has a figurative meaning for a tall well proportioned woman, both in which are reflected in the elongated diamond shape in this pattern design. There are two prints within the wa`a, the `Upena and Kalae. The `Upena print unfolds into the kākā fishing net that is knotted in a square fashion to catch smaller fish. This net along with the wa`a are symbolic for making a swift, focused, and intentional journey to gather just what you need.
The Kalae print represents the mooring holes found along the coastal cliffs of Ka`u that were used to anchor the wa`a to the land. The layered meaning is a profound reminder to be your own anchor in your journey. To trust deeply in who you are and remain pa‘a (steadfast) in that truth so that your walk in this world continues to be navigated by your inner compass. This will guide you to where you are meant to go.
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