A Sampling of Stores Offering Value and Distinction

BOUTIQUE

Christel’s. Sportswear, coordinates and dressy fashions for women from designers such as Regal, Monique and others are featured. There are also coordinating hair accessories, jewelry, purses and belts. Laguna Hotel, 445 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, (714) 494-4700; 3441 Via Lido, Newport Beach, (714) 675-0278, and 638 Camino de los Mares, San Clemente, (714) 248-5272 .

CONSIGNMENT

Carol’s Closet. Women’s dress and casual consignment clothing is featured, as well as new merchandise. Slightly used clothing by some of the top national designers is available as well as new dresses, blouses, skirts and accessories. 4021 Ball Road, Cypress, (714) 826-9350 .

DESIGNER

Tops. Specially designed blouses and shirts for men and women are available, including unique hand-painted silk shirts by Detlev Rothe. Also featured are one-of-a-kind silver earrings and other jewelry. 1857 S. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach, (714) 494-7275 .

SPECIALTY

Royal Regiments. Men’s furnishings and accessories in traditional styles are available, including sweaters, sport coats, slacks, shirts, belts, braces and ties. Clients can also select a personalized crest that can be applied to clothing to give it a distinctive look. Fashion Island Newport Beach, (714) 720-1115 .