A shop that doesn’t oppose pink

GREER WYLDER

Owner Christina Armijo seeks out fashion’s most current looks and

hard-to-find accessories for her chic boutique. Pink Leopard has

feminine designs and cute sundresses from Rebecca Rich; jeans by

Allen B. Earl and Frankie B. and the latest line from Blue Cult, Two

Blue. There are Sherri Bodell coats and outerwear; handbags by

Francesco Biasia; Patagonia shawls and scarves; Red Monkey belts and

watches; and Dolce & Gabbana and Robert Cavalli sunglasses. Customers

love the one-of-a-kind turquoise and coral jewelry from New Zealand

designer, Haili; and sexy lingerie designers. The boutique, at 2721

E. Coast Highway, Suite 201 in Corona del Mar, is open from 10 a.m.

to 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday and from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Call

(949) 675-4225.

FUNDRAISING BOUTIQUE

On Saturday at Stix and Stones, owner Marietta Vise presents

Andrea’s Boutique, offering jewelry, clothing, handbags and

accessories. The one-day sale will raise money for the Nicole Brown

Charitable Foundation. Proceeds will go directly to the foundation

that raises funds to help eliminate domestic violence. Stix and

Stones offers consigned furniture, antiques and accessories. It’s

open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and at 333 E. 17th St. in Costa Mesa.

Call (949) 646-7233.

TO THE NEEDLEPOINT

Jebba Needlepoint Design has loyal customers from all over the

country. Rosie Greer shops here and they sell his famous needlepoint

book, “Rosie Greer’s Needlepoint For Men.” Owner Diana Li says that

more men are getting interested in needlepoint, and although it’s an

expensive hobby, it’s becoming popular with children. Private classes

are offered by appointment on Saturdays, and group classes can be

arranged. The walls are covered with designs, and custom pieces can

be designed. Finished pieces can be made into wall hangings,

footstools, chairs, pillows, Christmas stockings and more. It’s open

from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday to Friday and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday. Jebba is at 2628 E. Coast Highway in Corona del Mar. Call

(949) 644-7904.

NEW BALANCE

New Balance Newport Beach is Orange County’s only New Balance

store. Shoes come in hard-to-fit sizes, from narrow to extra-wide.

New Balance spends a substantial amount of its budget on cushioning

research and development. It’s committed to cutting-edge technology,

not expensive celebrity endorsements. It’s also known for its Procare

line of shoes, for medically referred foot problems. Professional

fittings are its trademark. A Brannick device is used for measuring

feet accurately. “Eighty percent of people are not wearing the right

size shoe,” manager Michael Weisenburger said. “When you leave the

store, we want you to have the right fit.” It has a great return

policy -- problem shoes can be returned within 30 days. Medically

referenced customers can wear the new line of dressier shoes, Aravon

($125 to $150). Also, sport shoes for men, women and children, and a

line of hiking boots and clogs from a 100-year-old Vermont company

are available. Sport apparel is carried too. The store, at 932

Avocado St. in the Corona del Mar Plaza, is open from 10 a.m. to 7

p.m. Monday to Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Call (949)

720-1602 or visit https://www.newbalance.com.

BEVY OF BOATS

Electra Cruises Weddings at Sea offers luxury yachts for memorable

weddings and other important events. The company offers a fleet of

five popular yachts in Newport that can comfortably carry up to 200

guests. There’s the perfectly restored “Electra,” built in 1929; a

100-foot classic fantail yacht for 100 guests; the “Athena,” a

Grecian-style 115-foot yacht for 100 guests; and the “Newport

Princess,” a New Orleans-style paddle-wheeler for 200 guests. Its

most striking ultra-modern “Destiny” is a 125-foot yacht for 100

guests with lounge areas on two levels, dining and separate dancing

area, with an open-air upper deck with cocktail tables and chairs.

“Galatea” is an intimate 65-foot yacht for 50 guests. A simple

coordinating service helps with all planning details. Hassle-free

wedding packages offer everything you need for a beautiful event,

including a four-hour cruise aboard the yacht, with a buffet menu

served on china, linen and silver. Servers come dressed in full

tuxes, and the chef can design a perfect menu. Beverages include soft

drinks and juice served in crystal glassware and a coffee/tea bar.

Bartenders are included. A captain can perform the marriage ceremony.

Also included is the wedding cake, professional photographer,

professional disc jockey, bridal bouquet, groom’s boutonniere and

cake flowers. Prices are reasonable for amenities included. The

company is at Lido Marina Village, 3405 Via Oporto in Newport Beach.

Call (949) 723-1069 or visit https://www.electracruises.com.

* 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.