Best Buys -- Greer Wylder

If you’re having a tough time finding dress shirts that fit properly,

the Custom Shop Clothiers is a great find. And a good way to introduce

yourself to their shirts is at a trunk show featuring specials on custom

shirts. One will take place from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday through July

11, at Country Inn & Suites at 325 S. Bristol St., Costa Mesa. If you buy

any six shirts, you’ll receive a seventh free. Of course, they also make

other business clothes, including suits, sport coats, slacks, shirts and

ties; and casual wear, including sport coats, slacks, shirts and knits.

You may buy two custom suits for $1,299 and custom trousers for $199. For

your convenience, the Custom Shop always keeps your measurements on file.

TRY ON THIS TEAM

French designer agnes b., who has a boutique at South Coast Plaza, has

teamed with Everlast Worldwide Inc., a popular boxing and sporting good

company, to debut a new line called “b. Everlast.” The new women’s

collection features active wear and sportswear. Agnes b. really stands

out at South Coast Plaza as one of the best boutiques to find unique and

stylish apparel. The b. Everlast line is perfect for women who are

looking for sportswear that’s flattering and comfortable. The line

includes short-sleeve logo T-shirts, tank tops, sweatshirts, sweatpants,

skirts, outerwear and even a hooded robe inspired by the boxer’s robe.

Also, agnes b. is having a spring and summer sale, with selected items

reduced 50%. The boutique is on the second level of South Coast Plaza,

between Macy’s and the Carousel. (714) 241-5928.

JOIN THE CLUB

Tennis players will love the new offer at the Balboa Bay Club. It’s

offering a summer special for three months (now through Sept. 25). You

can use its tennis courts and pay dues only. After Sept. 25, you may

become a permanent member and 50% of the summer dues will be applied to

the initiation fee. The offer will save you more than $200 on a family

membership and more than $170 on a single membership. As a Balboa Bay

Club member, you’ll have access to 24 courts, a fully equipped pro shop

with the latest in tennis apparel and equipment, social and league play,

arranged matches, experienced teaching pros and a junior tennis program.

The Balboa Bay Club Racquet Club is at 1602 E. Coast Highway, Newport

Beach. (949) 759-0711.

CONNECT THE DOTS

Bargain shoppers will love the red-dot tag sale going on at Nordstrom

Rack at Metro Pointe Shopping Center. All of the merchandise that has a

red dot is reduced up to 60%. Sale merchandise includes apparel for men,

women and children. There are also big markdowns on women’s shoes.

Green-tagged shoes are reduced 50%, and red-tagged shoes are reduced 35%.

Nordstrom Rack is at 901 South Coast Drive, Costa Mesa. (714) 751-5901.

GO FOR YOGA

If you’ve never tried yoga and are curious about it, the Yoga Center

is offering a free demonstration at 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. Yoga

enthusiasts say its benefits include relaxation, health, serenity and

inner peace. The Yoga Center teaches all of the main yoga methods and

meditation classes. It’s at 445 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa. (949) 646-8281.

REDUCED GIORGIO ARMANI

Giorgio Armani’s beautiful minimalist designs, from suits to evening

gowns, are reduced at its spring and summer 2002 collection sale at South

Coast Plaza. The boutique carries men’s and women’s apparel. It’s on the

lower level, near Macy’s. (714) 546-9377.

PAPER PERFECT

Crane & Co. offers the finest in paper products, including stationery,

gift cards, gift wrap, gifts and announcements. You won’t want to miss

its summer clearance sale for bargains on selected items throughout the

store. Sale merchandise is reduced 50%. Crane & Co. is on the lower level

of South Coast Plaza, between Macy’s and the Carousel. (714) 979-1828.

GET SOME SANDALS

Nordstrom is carrying all kinds of summer sandals for women for less

than $50. The designs come from Steve Madden, Candie’s, Luichiny, Reef,

Two Lips, and BP. Nordstrom is at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. (714)

549-8300.

* BEST BUYS appears Thursdays and Saturdays. Send information to Greer

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