Alexander Gray at OC Mart Mix is our favorite boutique for finding the world’s best indie frames, and it’s celebrating Valentine’s Day starting today with a party from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. and a sale continuing through Feb. 14. All frames and glasses will be reduced 40%, with an additional 10% off if you "like" Alexander Gray on Facebook or follow on Twitter. Top designer brands on sale include Salt Optics, Barton Perreira, KBL, Fendi, Jennifer Creel, and Fabien Baron. Since tonight is Taco Thursday at the OC Mart Mix, Alexander Gray invited the awesome band, The Joneses to perform. Enjoy live music, eat some tasty $1 tacos, and buy a Valentine a gift at 50% off!
Open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.
Alexander Gray is at OC Mart Mix at 3313 Hyland Ave. Suite C in Costa Mesa. For more information, call 949.284.0564, or visit alexandergrayoc.com.
Love-ly accessories
Still looking for a classic stylish gift for your sweetheart? Ted Baker London at South Coast Plaza has must-have apparel and accessories for him and her. For the man in your life, pick up a great leather satchel, a boxer and sock set, a classic chocolate brown leather wallet with red lining, or a red suede oxford brogues. For the lady in your life, there is a statement embellished red ball dress, satin platform heels, a darling heart mirror, and red leather cape.
As a special through Feb. 13, you’ll receive a Valentine's Day Tote with a purchase of $250 or more.
Level 1, at South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. 714.751.1128.
Hopeful Hearts
Get your beauty fix for charity at the Valentine Beauty Pampering Expo to benefit Hopeful Hearts Sunday from noon to 6 p.m. at the Newport Beach Tennis Club. All beauty services will performed on site, and you can shop for specialty items and apparel with 15% of proceeds going to Hopeful Hearts, a non-profit building both awareness and support for families affected by congenital heart disease. Vendors at the expo include makeup artists, hairstylists, spray-on tan services and more.
If you would like to donate but will not be able to attend, you can send a donation to Hopeful Hearts Foundation P.O. Box 8255 Newport Beach, CA. 92658.
Newport Beach Tennis Club is at 2601 Eastbluff Drive in Newport Beach.
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