Why do Hawaiians not wear shoes in the house?

It shows respect to the host by keeping their home clean and not tracking germs inside. We often consider our floor a comfy place to sit or lie down, and if there's a baby crawling around, this rule gets heavily enforced. Funny and probably only in Hawaii, but even the repair man knows to take off his shoes!



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Hawaii itself is around 80 degrees year-round so you likely won't need these to wear there, except for maybe at night. Every single indoor place in Hawaii is air conditioned excessively which is why sometimes jeans are helpful!

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Absolutely and all the time. The Hawaiian or Aloha shirt is very popular and has been a standard part of the wardrobe here since 1936. The Hawaiian shirt is recognized as normal wear for governmental meetings on state and county levels. It is also completely accepted as business attire.

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Flip-flops should be fine, regardless of where you will go in Hawaii. In fact, some high-end restaurants will allow guests to wear a pair of flip-flops. But some restaurants have dress codes, so it is best to call in advance to find out the most suitable clothing to wear when going for a fancy dinner.

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