GREER’S BEST BUYS:Goo-goo for global kids clothes and gear

Shopping at the new Flying Pram is like taking a shopping trip around the world for premiere baby gear and duds.

The Flying Pram carries an incredible assortment of European apparel: toys from Israel, Germany and France; bouncers and high-chairs from Sweden; handmade stuffed animals from Kenya; and the new Mutsy Sport stroller from Netherlands. Premier apparel lines include Lucy Sykes and Marie Chantal from New York, Papo d’Anjo of Portugal, Rachel Rieley of London, and Trelise Cooper of New Zealand.

Owner Kimberly Rief conceived of the boutique after she couldn’t find baby clothes that she liked for her 1- and 2-year-old children. And she made it her mission to carry all the lines she loved.

“I pictured a buggy flying all over the world selecting the best apparel and accessories for children,” Rief said. “My friends shop here, and I have to look them in the eye with confidence that we carry things that not just look good,” but are also beautifully made, are high quality and will wash well.

Personal service is paramount too. Kimberly’s associates set up high-chairs and strollers, and offer deliveries even to Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian. Flying Pram, 1576 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa, is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. For more information, call (949) 515-3511 or go to www.theflyingpram.com .

SHADES

Optical Shop of Aspen at Fashion Island hosts a trunk show featuring the latest styles from Gold & Wood eyewear from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Saturday. Shoppers will receive 20% off prescription lenses with a Gold & Wood frame purchase during the trunk show. Optical Shop of Aspen next to Bloomingdale’s Courtyard is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call (949) 640-8230 or go to www.osainternational.com .

GIVE JEWLERY

Join Traditional Jewelers at Fashion Island for a special annual event commemorate spring’s special occasions, including graduations and Mother’s Day. As an added benefit, a percentage of the evening’s proceeds will go toward Orange County Rescue Mission. Enter to win a special getaway trip too.

Traditional Jewelers, which is next to Carousel Court and Macy’s, is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call (949) 721-9010 or go to www.traditionaljewelers.com.

WITH THE GIRLS

Another great shopping event happens from 1 to 8 p.m. on May 3 at Shopgirls by Lisa and Helen in Costa Mesa. The Head to Toe trunk show features great new styles from Matthew Kelly Designs, Alice and Trixie, Adriano Goldshmeid, Sugar Toes flip-flops and Lucy. Cocktails start at 5 p.m., and Shopgirls offers a gift with purchase.

Co-owners and friends Lisa Moore and Helen Platt offer a destination boutique for fashion-conscious women. They travel to New York to seek out designers that you won’t see at other Eastside Costa Mesa boutiques. Catherine Malandrino, Tibi, Rebecca Taylor, T-Bags and Free People are some of their great lines. They exclusively carry Serfontaine jeans with silver or gold rope stitching, a perfect fit for most body types, Level 99 denim, and AG jeans. It’s also a great place to stock up on T-shirts: Michael Stars, Splendid, and Rebecca Beeson. T-shirt connoisseurs know that these brands are among the best in the business.

Don’t miss the Hanky Panky boys shorts, Lucy vintage kimono headbands and Dita sunglasses, and unique easy-to-wear, gold-and-silver jewelry. And Moore and Platt can help create flattering looks. Price ranges for all budgets.

Shopgirls, 369 E. 17th St., No. 4, Costa Mesa is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call (949) 574-9622 or go to www.shopgirls.biz .

JUICE BOOST

Booster Juice just opened in Newport Beach. It specializes in pure fruit juices, fresh fruits, nonfat sorbets, nonfat yogurt, and no artificial colors or flavors added. Each regular-size smoothie comes with one free booster (an herbal or nutritional supplement). Choose from more than 25 nutritious smoothies, delicious grilled panini sandwiches, quesadillas and wraps. Booster Juice is at Westcliff Plaza, 1124 Irvine Ave., Newport Beach. For details, call (949) 515-3685.

writes Best Buys, which runs Fridays. She’s the founder and president of www.greersoc.com , a free daily e-mail service that provides the latest in Orange County fashion, dining and trends.