Greer's OC

If you haven’t been to V Holland Boutique lately in Costa Mesa, formerly Chantel & Vicki Shoppe, you’re going to love the ever-changing eclectic mix of contemporary and bohemian casual apparel. Owner Vicki Holland has a great eye for stocking edgy clothing and great accessories. There’s a great selection of chic maxi dresses, Lord's of Liverpool tees with Beatle's sound tracks, artisanal tye-die pieces, coveted Chan Luu wraps and scarves in vibrant colors, and jewelry.

Other great lines include Love Tanjane, La Fine, Wildfox, Omgirl, Hodges, Brokedown, Sol Angeles, and jewelry by Mikale Winn and Lena Bernard. Holland offers complimentary alterations to all apparel purchased at her store. As an added bonus, she carries Marula oil from the Leakey Collection, an East African omega rich oil that helps reduce skin damage.

 Check out V Holland’s Facebook page [url=http://www.facebook.com/VHollandBoutique]http://www.facebook.com/VHollandBoutique[/url] for new arrivals.  Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.

432 E. 17 St. in Eastside Costa Mesa. 949 646.7506.

Give Hope

The Village of Hope and House of Hope, two of the Orange County Rescue Mission’s transitional living facilities are in need of basic items for children. Currently there are more than 55 infants and small children up to age10 who are helpless victims of homelessness. Orange County Rescue Mission is asking for urgently needed items that include baby food (6 to 12 months), Pedialite and Similac formula; diapers and Pull-Ups; “Free and Clear” detergent; children’s multi vitamins, Tylenol, ibuprofen, cold medicine and lice kits; basic bath towels and washcloths, single and crib sheet sets, pillows; and underwear and socks.

Individuals interested in donating needed items can drop off donations at the Orange County Rescue Mission’s Village of Hope facility between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday at 1 Hope Drive in Tustin.

To make a monetary donation you can visit [url=http://www.rescuemission.org ]http://www.rescuemission.org [/url];