A store to have a Crush on

You can’t miss the new Crush Clothing Store. A hot pink- and

black-striped awning wraps around the store on East 17th Street in

Costa Mesa.

With all of the great local upscale clothing boutiques to compete

with, Crush stands out -- it offers hip fashions at bargain prices.

Teenagers to moms love the selection of “in-season” apparel priced

from $20 or less. Together the owners, Diane Pratt and Teri Lyn

Caliouette, have years of experience in the retail and wholesale

apparel business. They can buy directly from manufacturers and

suppliers in Los Angeles, and offer discount prices.

Great customer service, a boutique atmosphere and fresh

merchandise add to the store’s appeal. The interior features blond

hardwood floors, and color combinations of hot pink (cerise), black

and white throughout.

Don’t miss the fun grand opening planned from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday, Aug. 2. The event will feature food, drinks, a live DJ and

a $300 clothing giveaway.

Crush Clothing Store is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through

Friday; from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday; and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday. The store is at 333 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa. Call (949)

631-3303.

CAN’T GET ENOUGH

OF THIS BOUTIQUE

A new boutique store called Never Enough just opened in Newport

Beach. It offers a large selection of designer style purses at

affordable prices. There’s also a mix of gifts: silver and fashion

jewelry, candles, hand-painted water fountains, lucky bamboo plants,

sunglasses, hat boxes and select clothing. Many items are special

purchases offered at discount prices. If you mention this column,

you’ll receive a gift on your first visit. Never Enough is open from

11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday at 410 32nd St., (Cannery

Village) Newport Beach. (949) 673-0820.

THERE’S A CANDLE

IN THE BAG FOR YOU

In the Bag, a fashion accessories store in Irvine, will have a

warehouse liquidation sale two consecutive Saturdays only in Costa

Mesa. It’s held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on July 26 and Aug. 2 at 670 W.

17th St., Building C4, in Costa Mesa (next to Trader Joe’s). Mention

this column and receive a free candle. Thousands of purses are

reduced in price, including embellished purses and straw and beach

bags. There’s also a selection of sunglasses, crystal and stone

jewelry, back packs, belts and hats. Prices are at wholesale and

below -- 50% to 80% off. In the Bag is at 5262 Plum Tree, Irvine.

(949) 378-1153.

IT’S OK TO SETTLE

FOR SECONDS

Bargains on summer apparel are offered at Classy Seconds. You can

select from sundresses, shorts, trendy tops and sports attire. Also,

summer shoes can complete your outfit. There’s a boutique section of

donated new designer clothing offered at discounted prices. Classy

Seconds, a resale boutique, benefits Human Options’ programs for

domestic violence victims. Quality donations are accepted. Classy

Seconds is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday at 419

E. 17th St., Costa Mesa. Call (949) 631-4696.

A SALE FOR

MRS. BOW DANGLERS

Bow Danglers Boutique has a terrific summer clearance sale, prices

reduced up to 75%. It specializes in women’s apparel made from

machine washable fabrics with relaxed fits. All shapes and sizes can

wear the apparel. Plus, choose from a fun selection of jewelry and

gifts. Bow Danglers Boutique is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday

through Saturday at 369 E. 17th St., No. 21, Costa Mesa. Call (949)

642-5459.

GET BARRELED OVER

WITH THIS SALE

Through Sunday, Crate & Barrel has reduced select items up to 40%.

Included in the summer sale are loveseats, sleeper sofas, patio sets,

entertainment centers, chests and more. The store is open from 10

a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Saturday; and from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday at South Coast Plaza,

Crate & Barrel wing. Call (714) 825-0060.

NICE PRICES FOR

THE LITTLE ONES

Little People & Me has great deals on children clothing.

Everything in the store is reduced 40% to 75% off. The children’s

boutique specializes in casual to cotillion wear. Baptism outfits,

too. Sizes range from 0 to 16 for girls and boys. There are even some

women’s sizes. Popular brands include Roxy, Quiksilver, Petit Bateau

and Baby Lulu. Little People & Me is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Monday through Friday; from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; and from

9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday. The store is at 1829 Westcliff Drive,

Newport Beach. (949) 645-1355.

TAKE CARE OF

YOUR SKIN AND FEET

Today, Neiman Marcus at Fashion Island hosts two exciting events,

a skincare consultation and makeover from AWAKE and a Prada shoe

trunk show. AWAKE, one of Japan’s upscale skincare and cosmetics

lines, is available exclusively at Neiman Marcus. You can make an

appointment for a personalized skincare consultation and makeover

with AWAKE’s top national makeup artist, who will be in store today

through Saturday. Cosmetics, Level One. Neiman Marcus has the best

selection of Prada shoes in Orange County. Prada devotees can view

the fall collection. You’ll meet Prada’s representative and get a

sneak preview of the Resort 2003 collection. Shoe Salon, Level One.

Call (949) 759-1900, ext. 2037.

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

greerwylder@yahoo.com; at 330 W. Bay St., Costa Mesa, CA 92627; or by

fax at (949) 646-4170.