What are the various Leis that are used in Hawaii and what does it represent?
Leis are Hawaiian strands or garlands, made of flowers, leaves, shells or feathers, each with its own symbolic meaning. For instance, a lei with plumeria or pikake flowers carries the meaning of love and admiration; a lei with ti leaves is traditionally given as protection or luck. Leis are awarded as tokens of love, reverence and pride and are worn during ceremonies, birthdays, graduations and other formal events. The giving and receiving of a lei is a beloved gesture of friendship, reverence and Hawaiian beauty.