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Travel in Style Fashion Show at South Coast Plaza

Posted on April 5, 2013 | 11:43am

Capella Hotels and Alaska Airlines teamed up with Saks South Coast Plaza to present the “Travel in Style” fashion show last night, and Travel Costa Mesa got an exclusive invitation to see spring’s latest arrivals.

Displaying  the newest spring trends from top designers, the show was fun and lively, offering guests the opportunity to mingle with Saks, Alaska Airlines and Capella Hotels representatives.  Saks served cocktails and delicious appetizers were provided by AnQi by Crustacean.

Eli Tahari floral print blouse and Piazza Sempione lemon zest capri pant.

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March SoBeCa District ARTwalk in Costa Mesa

Posted on March 27, 2013 | 10:14am

On the last Tuesday of each month the SoBeCa district in Costa Mesa turns into an open-house of art, live performances and entertainment.  The main hubs of the SoBeCa district, an acronym meaning South On Bristol, Entertainment, Arts, Culture, are the progressive shopping centers the LAB and the CAMP.

ARTwalk Sign at the LAB

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Designer Franco Sarto Visits Nordstrom at South Coast Plaza

Posted on March 22, 2013 | 1:20pm

Designer Franco Sarto, whose namesake shoes are sold world-wide, made a personal appearance at Nordstrom at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa to introduce his new Spring 2013 collection.

Franco Sarto

Sarto was all smiles as he met with fans of his work.  With two models wearing his shoes, an interpreter and a collection of sketches, Sarto shook hands, answered questions and signed autographs for fans.  He effortlessly signed his famous sketches as he engaged with fans and passersby. Read More

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OC Fashion Week 2013 in Costa Mesa

Posted on March 19, 2013 | 1:00pm

Orange County Fashion Week 2013 kicked-off this morning with a showcase of jewelry from up and coming designers, Spring clothing trends and Brazilian-designed bikinis by Grivera Beachwear.

Grivera Beachwear Model

Bloggers, fashionistas, members of the press and more packed AnQi by Crustacean at South Coast Plaza to catch a glimpse of the season’s trends, swap trade secrets and meet local designers.  The opening included displays from KD Luxe Jewelry, Senhoa, Studio Suzan and Gayle Gaston. Read More

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Chinese Lunar New Year at South Coast Plaza

Posted on February 5, 2013 | 12:04pm

February is going to be an exciting month at South Coast Plaza with Lunar New Year events, specials and giveaways.  The Year of the Snake will kick-off on February 5, with a towering snake exhibit and floral arrangement.  The exhibit will be on display in Jewel Court until February 17.

Year of the Snake Exhibit

Between February 7 and 17, shoppers have a chance to win prizes and a South Coast Plaza shopping spree.  There will be an enter-to-win promotion at the four concierge desks with special red envelopes concealing prizes.  Thousands of envelopes will be distributed, but only 50 contain a prize. Read More

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