12/06/2022
Lei Po’o Workshop at our tour♥️
Lei have been worn for centuries in Hawaii for both decorative and spiritual reasons. When Polynesians first arrived into Hawaii, they also brought their tradition of wearing local leaves, vines and flowers.
To honor their pantheon of gods, they would weave and string native plants together, and also brought these plants on their journey.
When they settled into the Hawaiian islands around 750 AD, the Polynesian explorers also brought with them a variety of plants for both food and medicinal use.
As the years went by, the lei in Hawaii became more distinct to the islands, and while still similar to the lei and garlands crafted in Tahiti, Fiji, Samoa, and more.
