hi! you can get started on these posts, both of which talk about the trendiness of various things Hawaiian/Polynesian mid-century

• So what is the deal with tiki culture?

• Why was surfing seemingly the focal point of popular youth culture in early 1960s America?

... and just for kicks, you might be interested in this one

• What is the origin of the Hawaiian shirt?

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