Rona Bennett and Lan Chung are two of the superstars on Hawaii's budding high fashion design scene. They grew up in Hawaii and launched their fashion line, Fighting Eel, in the summer 2003. Three years -- and dozens of press clippings and celeb sighting later -- Fighting Eel is def on the Hollywood A-List. Although Fighting Eel couture hangs on the racks of high-octane fashionista haunts like Barney's and Intermix in New York, it's still local enough to fit perfectly in mellow boutiques like Shasa Boutique at Kahala Mall on Oahu and Lilikoi Grove Boutique in Kapaa, Kauai. Here's how they describe their clothes. Nuff said, and check it out.

"Fighting Eel’s line is a blend of sexy and simple. Uncomplicated yet feminine dresses and tops make up the core of each collection. Each piece is surprisingly versatile and comfortable, easily worn with either high heels or flip-flops."

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—Alex, 09/28/06