Sophia's Lei Stand

The lady told me straight out that there's a "price increase because can during graduation season" shocked me. So I went next door to Harriet's that didn't do a price & gave me a discount since I was buying 2 lei po'o....

As someone who makes lei and appreciates lei, I was absolutely appalled at the price gouging that occurred this past weekend. All things considered, graduation, May Day etcétera, I couldn't believe the price this lei stand charged me. $125 for a rope pikake (this I could get over...) but $75 for ONE lei pua kenikeni because it was "white"! Now, I paid the price because I didn't have the heart to say no and I was in shock! They also never gave any prices before purchase and I wasn't thinking it would cost me $275 for 3 lei! I had to walk back and ask for an itemized receipt because I was shook! I should say that maybe this is my fault for not asking all the questions or for not listening to my gut when she started opening lei from the over stuffed reefer or when she threw the dry brown lei pikake on to a pile next to the fridge. Next time I will remember to listen to my na'au. The lack of care and respect that went into each lei that was being presented should have been the clue for me. I know I will not be visiting this lei stand again.

This is always my favorite stop on the way to grabbing guests from the airport. Also, for special occasions like today. My anniversary. I bought one for my husband and he got one for me. Thanks Stacy!

I would give them no stars if I could. The owner is clearly very greedy. She talks fast and whole bunch of nonsense to distract you. She sold us some leis and Instead of letting me choose, she put back the ones I selected and grabbed me two dead leis. Then quoted me the price and ended up charging me $10 more. Her receipts are not clear, I guess she purposely doesn't change the ink so you can't make out the charge. I checked my bank charge and she charged me $75 for 2 dead leis and a decent orchid lei. Not to mention, she rolled all the leis in the bag and tied it so I wouldn't look in it!! Don't ever buy from Sophia's Lei Stand at the Honolulu Airport

Supporting local during the pandemic. Sophia's lei stand makes amazing leis, haku leis and I love the aloha spirit. This place is my number 1 place to buy friends, coworkers, family and others leis or haku leis. Aunty Stacy is always there greeting me, she knows my name as I go almost every month to buy leis as my school calls me the "lei master" as I purchase for people's birthdays, baby shower, graduation, people's arrivals and other celebrations. The leis are very fresh, smells amazing and there's some deals on some leis when you go. Look at the photos to see how amazing they are. I love buying the tuberose mixed with other flowers and the haku leis with succulents and other amazing flowers are great.

Needed a pink and white lei. The lady that helped me was patient and personable. Mahalo!

Chose this lei stand over the one we purchased from 2 days prior as she had light colored orchid leis but with red baby roses. It was double in price than the plain ones next door.She said they were $20 each but she'd sell them for $10 each. We bought 2 leis from her. She placed red and green ribbons on them and placed them in a clear plastic bag.Thr flowers seemed to be fresher.She converses with her customer more also.

Love the owner, the original Sophie was her grandmother. I'm always greeted like I am a friend. She remembers the name of my dog... Could not think of going to another stall at the airport. Sophia's - 2nd or 3rd stand as soon as you pull in. You won't be sorry!

Over charging and poor quality, she seems nice, talks fast and over charges, the same lei outside was $40 versus $100

Sophia's has been my go-to for the past year. I see the other reviews but urge customers to check and see for themselves. Some of these are really fancy leis, they are going to cost more, but it's not unlike any other lei shop on the island. She does carry your more standard lei if you're not looking for something ornate. My personal experience is that I am buying from a trusted businesswoman who understands the hustle. I love her opinions and ability to communicate what's in season, what's hard to get, and what special occasions are coming up. I always leave happy knowing I made a good purchase.