You're invited to celebrate an inspiring holiday season at SOCO and The OC Mix in Costa Mesa! OC's destination for inspiration and celebration has something for everyone on your list this year - from gifts for fashionistas to foodies, to great presents for friends who love design and decor. While you check those gifts off your list, you're also invited to enjoy great holiday festivities! Read on and make sure to mark your calendar-- you won't want to miss out on these family-fun, festive events!
Are you ready to get a jump start on your shopping? SOCO and The OC Mix has created a go-to gift guide, full of perfect presents for everyone on your list. Click here and begin to start thinking of all the possibilities for your holiday shopping!
In addition to its carefully curated mix of unique shops, design showrooms, and the most buzzed-about restaurants, SOCO and The OC Mix are hosting two holiday events you don't want to miss! Plan to attend the free "Mix and Jingle" event at SOCO on Thursday, Dec. 12 from 6 to10 p.m. and enjoy a complimentary outdoor showing of a much-loved holiday movie, treats, drinks, and classic carols by Trevor Wesley. Be sure to wear your favorite ugly holiday sweater for a chance to win a prize for “Best Ugly Christmas Sweater.” Also, please bring a warm coat to donate to One Warm Coat charity to help give to those in need this holiday season.
And, in other big news: Santa is Coming to SOCO on December 14 from noon to 2pm for an afternoon of holiday fun, featuring a free Santa photo booth! Capture memorable holiday moments of your children with Santa, while listening to the delightful live music of a professional pianist. Bring your friends and family and spend a festive Saturday at SOCO. Be sure to arrive by noon to see Santa arrive in his sleigh!
SOCO is at 3303-3323 Hyland Ave. in Costa Mesa. For more information please visit shoptheocmix.com and sococollection.com
Tailor Made at Tina's
Looking for the best tailor in Orange County? The search is over once you discover Tina's Tailors in Costa Mesa. For more than 40 years, owner Tina Nguyen has been in the alterations business and is the premiere tailor of Orange County. Her namesake shop on E.17th St. in Costa Mesa is the go to shop for all alterations needs. She can make your clothes fit perfectly and her prices are reasonable, too.
Open 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday
Tina's Tailors & Alterations is at 432 E. 17th St. in Costa Mesa. 949.650.5900.
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