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If we had to name one style icon who epitomized the French flirty, relaxed and seaside lifestyle, it would have to be Brigitte Bardot, the 1960’s sex symbol who still influences international fashions. Her carefree and fashionable style is obtainable at Bardot, a new boutique in Newport Beach created by owner Dana Harmon. Bardot specializes in basics to special occasion pieces from ALC, Haute Hippie, Rachel Pally, Clover Canyon, Amanda Uprichard, Current Elliott Siwy, James Jeans and more. 

Harmon carries easy wearable dresses in colorful prints, Nation, Ltd.’s comfortable tunics perfect to wear with skinny jeans, ALC pleated dresses ideal for spring, and Top Secret, the answer to sexy bra tops without underwire. We’re loving the Cleobella Mexicana clutch that can double as a wallet, the Theodora & Callum printed scarves inspired by travels to Morocco, Bali, Turkey and India and the Mediterranean, Christopher Fischer cashmere, and  Bow and Arrow bikinis. This is the place to find exclusives to Orange County like Gold Dust, handmade dresses repurposed from vintage fabrics in Los Angeles, handmade jewelry from Noble House Design designed specifically to wear with Bardot’s fashions. And as a special for Greer’s OC readers, you can mention us and receive 10% off your next purchase.

Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday; and Sunday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. 2043 Westcliff Drive, Suite 103 in Newport Beach. 949.515.2710.

Edgy Style

When it comes to beauty with an edge, OC based Urban Decay  owns the market. From its cult-favorite Potion Primer, array of opulent colors, Pocket Rocket lip stain, sexy powders, and showing its softer side in its commitment to cruelty-free products. Urban Decay will be hosting a rare event for beauty junkies Friday and Saturday at Macy’s South Coast Plaza  to introduce its new blacker than black Perversion Eye Pencil (previously only available in gift sets, and two other sought after shades, Demolition a deep matte brown, and Woodstock a bright sparkly pink) and its highly anticipated Naked2 Palette with 12 taupe-centric, neutral shadows (five new shades), a custom double-ended full-size brush and a mini Lip Junkie Lipgloss in Naked.

On Friday, Urban Decay’s Eric Jimenez, a renowned makeup artist will be conducting private consultations and “get the look” makeovers, as well as divulging his trade secrets while showing application techniques for the 24/7 Glide-On eye pencil ($19) and Naked2 Palette ($50).  Make a $100 purchase, and you’ll qualify for an Urban Decay on Tour gift bag filled with deluxe-sized cult favorites—while supplies last.

To book an appointment with Eric and/or his team of talented artists, call the Urban Decay counter at
at 714.556.0611 x2347. The event runs Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday from noon to 7 p.m. Macy’s South Coast Plaza is at 3333 Bristol St. in Costa Mesa.

Fresh Spring Video

Our style editor, Lori Brystan has made a video especially for Greer's OC. In this six minute video, she shows her spring beauty tips with a focus on natural tones and sun protection. The model that undergoes the subtle spring transformation is a new mother, so the techniques she uses are those that are hassle free and low maintenance.  This season's trends are leaning towards colors such as melons and florals which Lori shows us how to use, as well as details them in her blog post. She also displays the best new products to ensure you stay beautiful in the spring sun. It's time to break out of your winter skin and come out in the sun with these beauty tips.