Relentless drive to shop

GREER WYLDER

Orange County Powersports recently opened in Costa Mesa. It’s the

place where shoppers can find an extensive selection of motorcycles,

scooters and all-terrain vehicles.

Owner Chip Greene sells top brands, including Suzuki, Aprilia and

Ducati. Orange County Powersports also sells parts and offers a

service department.

It’s open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, and 9 a.m.

to 5 p.m. Saturday. 1601 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa. (949) 646-7700.

https:// www.ocpowersports.com.

LINENS IN BLOOM

Bloomingdale’s Home Store is an exclusive seller of luxury Pratesi

linens. On April 13, Bloomingdale’s will present a trunk show from 11

a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring eight new beds adorned in these fine

Italian linens. Pratesi’s beautiful printed linens will also be

available. Call for an appointment at (949) 729-6855.

It’s open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; 11 a.m. to

7 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Bloomingdale’s Home Store

is at Fashion Island.

THE LAST FROLIC

Frolix, a discount designer apparel store, is closing its doors

April 30.

Apparel is being liquidated at rock-bottom prices. Shoppers can

find great deals on jeans by Red Engine, Joie and Lucky; tops by

Aqua, 3 Dots and Sweet Tees; as well as Yellow Box and Dr. Scholl’s

shoes.

It’s open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. 359 Old

Newport Blvd., Newport Beach. (949) 631-6218.

LOOK AT ALL THE PEOPLES

Oliver Peoples has debuted its newest eyewear emporium at South

Coast Plaza.

Its flagship boutique opened 17 years ago on L.A.’s Sunset Strip.

Its name is synonymous with trendsetting luxury frames designed by

co-founder Larry Leight, who creates exciting and fashionable

glasses. Oliver Peoples is a leader in the fashion eyewear industry.

Celeb- rities wearing their frames include Jessica Simpson, Elton

John, Brad Pitt and Jack Nicholson. Their frames feature the latest

technology, emphasize comfort and reflect the individuality of the

clientele.

Oliver Peoples is located near Crate & Barrel and Macy’s Home

Store on Level 3. (714) 557-7000. https://www.oliverpeoples.com.

ROOM AT THE TOP

Body Design, a personal training facility for women, has moved to

the top floor of the Edwards Stadium Theaters at Newport Center.

The new fitness center covers 6,400 square feet and

floor-to-ceiling windows provide ocean views. Amenities include a

large Pilates room, a private room for physical therapy and rehab, a

Gyrotonic room, a semi-private dance floor, a cardio room and spa

facilities.

Guests can get in shape with Gyrotonic, Pilates or personal

training in private or semi-private settings. Body Design also offers

individually designed programs with attention to individual fitness

needs. Expert trainers, an esthetician and massage therapists are on

staff providing an oasis for those with hectic schedules.

It’s open from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday; 7 a.m. to

noon Saturday. 210 Newport Center Dr., Suite 3 in Newport Beach.

(949) 719-2600. https://www.bodydesign.tv.

TURN OVER A NEW LEAF

Don’t miss Orange Coast College’s spring plant sale, starting

April 15 and running four consecutive Fridays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Each year, the Horticulture Department opens its nursery for a

fabulous sale featuring 16 varieties of tomatoes, chiles, double

impatiens, herbaceous perennials, baskets of ivy geraniums and more.

Plants differ at each sale date; call the plant hotline for Friday’s

list.

Enter the campus at the Adams Street entrance and follow the signs

to the Horticulture Department nursery. 2701 Fairview Rd., Costa

Mesa. (714) 432-0202, Ext. 26533.

WHAT A GIRL WANTS

Girl Mania offers the hottest looks in girls’ apparel. Girls love

the styles and parents approve. Sizes range from 4 to 14.

Girl Mania has its own clothing label, offers moderate prices and

avoids racy and inappropriate styles. It also offers fashion and home

accessories.

The shop is an entire experience, where girls can shop, host a

party and get their hair done. Girl Mania parties start at $300.

Theme parties are priced per guest and include a “twisty” up-do and a

complimentary make-up. Activities can include crafts, dances, karaoke

and glitter tattoos.

Girl Mania is located at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. It’s

open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. (949) 721-5709.

https://www.girl-mania.com.

A WISH IN PORCELAIN

Macy’s Home Furniture Store is hosting a special event Saturday

from 2 to 4 p.m.

Rosa Lladro, daughter of Juan Lladro (one of the founding three

brothers of the Lladro porcelain company) will sign Lladro pieces to

benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

It’s open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to

8 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday at South Coast Plaza’s

Crate & Barrel-Macy’s Home Store wing, Level 2. (714) 708-3333.

* BEST BUYS appears Thursdays. Send information to Greer Wylder at

[email protected]; at 1375 Sunflower Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626;

or by fax at (714) 966-4679.