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Featured Orange County Shopping Destinations

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Bellissima Touted as "Orange County's best kept secret," Bellissima, open since 1998, specializes in St. John - half the store is dedicated to the label. You'll also find a great selection of bags: Louis Vuitton, Prada, Burberry, Bottega Veneta, as well as couture Fendi. 2850 E. Coast Highway, Corona del Mar, 949.718.0476. www.bellissimaconsignment.com

Benchley Luggage & Gifts, located at Fashion Island for over 28 years carries fine luggage collections by Tumi, Hartmann, Ghurka, Briggs & Riley and Brics, a fine Italian line from Milan, Italy now exclusive to Orange County. The store also features an array of gift items such as Mont Blanc pens, Brighton jewelry, handbags and accessories, clocks, travel games, business cases, globes, jewelry boxes, attaché cases, desk accessories and much more. In addition to a selection of unique gifts, Benchley Luggage & Gifts is known for its quality leather goods. 565 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach. 949.759.9101 www.benchleyluggage.com

Between the Sheets Luxury sheets and bedding. 401 Newport Center Drive Suite A220, Newport Beach, 949.640.9999 www.betweenthesheetsinc.com

E & J's Designer Shoes A selection of designer brands unlike any other outlet shoe store. 1835 newport blvd., Costa Mesa 949.645.3092

5 Points Plaza No. 1 neighborhood center, says O.C. Register. Value fashions at Loehmann’s, Ann Taylor Loft, Aerosoles. 18577 Main St., at Beach Boulevard, Huntington Beach, 714.841.0036. Map D2

Fashion Island Elegant, very pleasant open-air center. Bloomingdale’s, Neiman Marcus, boutiques including Benchley Luggage, Build-A-Bear Workshop, Optical Shop of Aspen. French 75, Cafe R&D and Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar are dining options. 401 Newport Center Drive, Newport Beach, 949.721.2000. Map L15

Macy's Department store shopping at its finest. Irvine Spectrum, Newport Beach, Santa Ana or South Coast Plaza. 877.797.7227 www.macys.com

Optical Shop of Aspen Collections: 2.5 Eyephorics, Alain Mikli, Kieselstein-Cord, Blinde, Chanel, Christian Dior, Chrome Hearts, Dita, Gucci, Matsuda, Oakley, Oliver Peoples, Prada, Retrospecs, Roberto Cavalli263 Forest Avenue Laguna Beach, 949.464.3933

Peppertree Lane When passing through the arched brick entries of this Laguna Beach landmark, one can leave reality behind and experience the mood of a European holiday. The Peppertree Lane and its charming shops are a "must see" on your next visit to Laguna Beach! www.lagunabeach.com/shops/peppertree.html

Pottery Shack Gifts, ornaments and festive accents for the home. 8 Marquesa, Dana Point 949.494.1141 www.potteryshack.com

South Coast Plaza ”The Ultimate Shopping Experience,” state tourist destination. Astonishing concentration of marquee retailers such as Cavalli, Chanel and Valentino. Plus Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy’s for Men; Macy’s Home Store and Crate & Barrel anchor Bear Street wing. 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.435.2000. Map J13

Waldenbooks Books for all ages on all topics. Westminster Mall 714.894.0148 www.waldenbooks.com

More Orange County Shopping Destinations

Bella Terra Striking new Italian-themed open-air center; Cost Plus World Market, REI and 20-screen cinema complex. Beach Boulevard at Edinger Avenue, Huntington Beach, 714.897.2533. Map C2

Ben Bridge Official Rolex jeweler. South Coast Plaza. 714.549.3545

Brea Mall County’s second largest mall is home to several major department stores (Nordstrom, Macy’s, JCPenney and Sears) plus 175 other retailers. 1065 Brea Mall Way, Brea, 714.990.2732. Map A3

The Block at Orange Entertainment center home to Lucky Strike Lanes, Dave and Buster’s, Vans Skatepark, Burke Williams Day Spa, AMC 30 cinema complex. Shops include Hilo Hattie and Off 5th (Saks Fifth Avenue outlet). 1 City Blvd. West, Orange, 714.769.4001. Map J11

The Camp National park–themed center geared to outdoors enthusiasts, from snowboarders to rock climbers. For eats, Native Foods, Aire, Village Bakery. 2937 S. Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.444.4CMP. Map J13

Corona del Mar Plaza Boutiques include Jewels by Joseph, Jack’s Surfboards, Tommy Bahama Emporium, new Sprinkles Cupcakes. 850 Avocado Ave., Newport Beach. Map M15

Crystal Cove Promenade Ocean views, Tuscan setting. Upscale boutiques, home stores, fine dining. Crystal Heights Drive and Coast Highway, Newport Beach. Map M17

Downtown Disney Twenty–acre complex includes Sephora, LEGO Imagination Center, Club Libby Lu and Anne Geddes. 1510–1590 S. Disneyland Drive, Anaheim. (See also Downtown Disney listing in Attractions.) Map I10

Irvine Spectrum Center Nation’s first free–standing entertainment-themed retail center; new Nordstrom. Nation’s most visited movie complex. Giant Ferris wheel visible from freeways. Through Feb. 15: Holiday ice-skating rink. Call for details. 71 Fortune Drive, Irvine, 949.789.9180. Map D5

The Lab Alternative retailers for Gen-Xers in industrial, post-grunge setting include Urban Outfitters, Buffalo Exchange, Habit, Crew Salon. Check out Zipangu for sushi and cocktails or Gypsy Den for lunch and a latte. 2930 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, 714.966.6660. Map J13

Laguna Hills Mall Macy’s, Swiss Watch Gallery and 90 other specialty stores, many young-skewed: American Eagle Outfitters; PacSun; Disney Store. 24155 Laguna Hills Mall, Laguna Hills, 949.586.8283. Map E6

The Shops at Mission Viejo Nordstrom, Saks, high-end retailers from Aveda to Z Gallerie. 555 The Shops at Mission Viejo, Mission Viejo, 949.364.1771. Map E6

Triangle Square Tri-level center on triangular block. Edwards movie theater, Yard House and Sutra Lounge. 1870 Harbor Blvd., Costa Mesa, 949.722.1600. Map K12

Westfield MainPlace Macy’s, Nordstrom, 200 shops (Thomas Kinkade Signature Gallery, Brighton Collectibles). California Welcome Center, too. 2800 N. Main St., Santa Ana, 714.547.7000. Map G13