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Beauty Night at Xpecting Boutique
02.07.13
Xpecting Boutique is teaming up with the Junior League of Orange County to bring to you a night of shopping, beauty, refreshments and over $1,300 in giveaways. Stop by the store Friday between 4 to 7 p.m. for a night of fun!
Come shop this unique boutique that celebrates pregnancy with maternity and non-maternity lines so that mothers-to-be do not have to sacrifice style because of an ever-changing size. Clients can find trends for all trimesters from a variety of designers. Family and baby shower friends alike will be inspired by the rare selection of maternity must-haves, strollers and baby gear that are sure to make perfect gifts for every need or whim.
During the event enjoy complimentary blow-dry and braid stations provided by Lotus Salon & Spa, complimentary lash extensions provided by LashSpot Spa, 15% off your entire purchase - both maternity & non-maternity brands like Splendid, Ella Moss, Michael Stars, Fluxus, Halsea bags, Rachel Pally, and more!), OVER $1,300 worth of giveaways - happening every 30 minutes! Cookies and Champagne for our non-preggos and mocktails for our pregnant mamas and 10% of all purchases will go to JLOCC.
Giveaways will include $250 Shopping spree from Xpecting Boutique, 1 week Pure Barre Newport Beach or Mission Viejo, private training sessions at Harmony, Wellness Center, massage at Harmony Wellness Center, Full lash extension from LashSpot Spa and 6 Cut & colors from Lotus Salon & Spa.
Xpecting Maternity is at 369 E. 17th St #20 in Costa Mesa. 949.574.2185.
Leslie Christen writes "Wear to Where" for pacific-creative.digital each week. She is the owner of Leslie Christen | LifeStyling a business that does personal shopping, fashion styling, closet edits and organization. For tips on What to Wear and Where to Buy view her website and contact her at Style@LeslieChristen.com
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Savory and Spicy Gifts
02.07.13
For the cook in your life, you can get even more creative on Valentine’s Day by selecting a custom box of Savory Spice Shop favorites like fresh ground spices, Savory Spice Shop’s Loco Cocoa set with five cocoas, gift set with four spiced sugars, or a gift pack of rubs perfect for barbecuing. Laura Shute owns the two Orange County Savory Spice Shop stores – at Corona del Mar Plaza in Newport Beach and OC Mart in Costa Mesa – and she and her knowledgeable staff can helping you select the perfect spices.
Savory Spice Shop features more than 400 fresh herbs and spices, 150 unique seasoning blends, organics, extracts, sauces and more. Savory Spice Shop, at Corona del Mar Plaza at 928 Avocado Ave. in Corona del Mar. 949.717.7776. Savory Spice Stop, at 3313 Hyland Ave. Ste. C in Costa Mesa. 949.284.0576.
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