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It’s not too late to book a Valentine’s Rose Body Scrub and massage for you or someone you love at The Spa at The Island Hotel. The heavenly 90-minute treatment includes an organic sugar, rose and lavender petals scrub followed by a massage using a blend of sweet almond oil infused with rose oil and rose and lavender petals. Executive pastry chef Michael Owens contributes his delicious house-made lavender truffles to end one treat with another. It’s available through February, and then The Spa will offer a Citrus Body Scrub for spring. It costs $230 (gratuity not included). The hotel is at 690 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. Call (949) 759-0808 or visit www.theislandhotel.com.

Sale for awareness

Lucy celebrates women who lead active lifestyles and inspires others with a Lucy Cares shopping event from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Just mention Lucy Cares at Lucy’s in Corona del Mar Plaza and receive 20% off purchases. Lucy donates 10% of purchases to Laura’s House, a cause committed to ending the silence of domestic abuse. Lucy’s offers beautifully designed apparel for running, walking, yoga, Pilates, golf, tennis, swim, travel and more. You’ll fall in love with Lucy’s flattering fits, lengths and signature fabrics. Choose from sleek: body-hugging silhouettes; active: close-fitting and flattering; and relaxed: that allow room to move while slimming curves.

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Lucy’s is open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. Call (949) 717-6751 or visit www.lucy.com and www.laurashouse.org.

From the outside in

Studio Chameleon at Westcliff Court in Newport brings the outdoors in your home. It’s an eclectic mix of styles: sophisticated but not stuffy. Modern, but not austere.

Chameleon also features the work of one new painter or photographer each month, serving as an intimate art gallery in a cozy setting. This month’s is Joan Elan Davis of San Francisco. Her striking abstract paintings are influenced by San Francisco beaches.

Among the selection: end tables of petrified wood, mercury glass, fine upholstery from Bernhardt and Hickory White, as well as stylish pillows, perfect to freshen your home’s look, minimalist luxury linens from Dwell, Egyptian cotton from Peacock Alley. Studio Chamelion, 1733 Westcliff Drive, Newport Beach, is open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday. Call (949) 650-7979.

Patagonia merch on sale

Don’t miss the Winterfest sale at Adventure 16/Patagonia at The CAMP in Costa Mesa. Save 30% to 50% through Thursday on select Patagonia merchandise. Choose from apparel, travel gear and accessories 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. The CAMP is at 2937 Bristol St., Costa Mesa. Call (714) 427-0410 or visit www.adventure16.com.

Discounts at the Island

At-Ease Men’s Clothing at Fashion Island is having a 50%- to 80%-off sale on all apparel, props, fixtures and antiques. The store is relocating to Crystal Cove Promenade in April. At-Ease carries top quality men’s apparel, shoes and accessories. Brands names on sale include Burberry, Zanella, Jhane Barnes, Mezlan, Allen Edmonds, Born, AXIS and more. At Ease at Fashion Island in Newport Beach 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. Call (949) 759-7979 or visit www.ateaseclothing.com.

Half-off on at boutique

Bow Danglers Boutique is having a 50%-off sale on all sale merchandise. Bow Danglers carries weekend wear from European and up-and-coming American designers, footwear, socks, jewelry and accessories. The focus is on comfort, washability and fit. Find hand-knit sweaters, vintage-inspired designs, and unique cut garment dyed apparel. Bow Danglers Boutique, 369 E. 17th St., No. 21, is open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Call (949) 642-5459 or visit www.bowdanglers.com.


GREER WYLDER writes Best Buys for the Daily Pilot each Friday. She’s the founder and president of greersoc.com, a free daily e-mail service that provides the latest in Orange County fashion, dining and trends.

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