ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi
The indigenous language of Hawaiʻi, & the language of Kānaka ʻŌiwi, the Native Hawaiian people. Each Kumumea product honors Hawaiʻi heritage and weaves kaona into each design. Learn more about the story in our bags below.
Kumumea
Kumumea, derived from the Hawaiian word for "elements," encapsulates the essence of wind, rain, land, fire, and spirit. Each of our designs embodies these elemental forces, reflecting their power and beauty.
Hoʻōla
Signifies the act of giving life, bringing back to life, or restoring health.

Hiapo
Hiapo means first born. It is used often in Hawaiian to describe the eldest child, the first born.

Ulana
Ulana means "to plait, weave, knit, or braid," and it also represents the coming together of values, ideas, and community.

Naʻiau
Naʻiau means to add to, to join.

Hoʻohui
Hoʻohui means to unite, or to bring together.
