Swatching the surfriders at South Coast

GREER WYLDER

One-of-a-kind surfboards, hand-shaped by surf legends, are on display

today through Wednesday at The Swatch Store at South Coast Plaza.

In celebration of the Surfrider Foundation’s 20th anniversary, the

boards will be auctioned off at Sony Pictures Studios on June 17. The

boards were shaped by Dale Velzy, Robert August, Greg Noll, Ben Aipa,

Mark Richards, Reynolds Yater and Drew Brophy. Proceeds from the sale

will go toward the Surfrider Foundation, which helps protect and

preserve the oceans. Go to Level 1, near the Carousel at South Coast

Plaza. (714) 444-1180.

South Coast Plaza offers great Father’s Day gifts ideas. At the

Apple Store, find digital cameras, ipods and ibooks ($179 to $1099).

Burberry has golf bags and jackets ($295 to $395). Emporio Armani has

a hot assortment of summer eyewear ($120 to $160). Ermengildo Zegna

has Essenza di Zegna gift sets that include cologne and aftershave

($42). Louis Vuitton has a men’s chronograph watch with alligator

strap ($3,740). Lucy Zahran & Co. has beautiful Steuben decanters.

Wolford has luxurious men’s knee or ankle socks ($35 to $42).

TRUMP OTHERS’ GIFTS AT BLOOMINGDALE’S

Bloomingdale’s offers special events for Father’s Day starting

Friday. American Metal Ware designer Michael Aram will be in the Home

Store on Friday, presenting his latest tabletop designs from noon to

3 p.m. Aram can personalize gifts for Father’s Day. Also, with

purchases of $100 or more, you’ll receive a gift. You can also enter

to win “a dream golf package for dad” through June 20 in the men’s

department. The golf package comes courtesy of Donald Trump’s Ocean

Trails Golf Club. The winner will receive a round of golf for four

(valued at $1,000) at the club on the Palos Verdes Peninsula.

And, ideal for Father’s Day gift giving, with any $250 purchase in

the Men’s Store, you’ll receive a $50 Ocean Trails gift certificate

for a round of golf or any Ocean Trails Pro-Shop purchase of $250 or

more. And purchase a gift for dad from one of Bloomingdale’s great

collections, including John Varvatos, Burberry, Lacoste, Hugo Boss,

Ben Sherman, 7 for All Mankind, Polo and Ted Baker. Spend $100 or

more and receive another gift, a two-week membership to Sports Club

LA/Irvine. Bloomingdale’s is at Fashion Island in Newport Beach.

(949) 729-6600.

BRIGHTEN UP BED AND BATH

Blue Springs Home introduces a new line of accessories and bedding

from Cath Kidston of London. The line features bright colors to

compliment and freshen up your bath, kitchen and bedrooms. There are

also new spring colors from House Inc. and Bella Notte Linens. Open

10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday. 369

E. 17th St. in Costa Mesa. (949) 642-3632.

MEDICAL SUPPLY VARIETY OFFERED

Newport Center Orthopedic Inc. Medical & Surgical Supplies has a

spring open house today and Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., featuring

the latest, lightweight breast forms made from Naturalwear by Camp.

The forms are designed for mastectomy patients. During the reception

all bras and swimwear prices will be reduced 20%. Camp offers a free

gift with purchase. Since 1967, Newport Center Orthopedic has

supplied hard-to-find, special-needs items.

See the largest selection of canes and walking sticks from all

over the world. Hand-carved canes from Africa, Italy and England are

just a few of the choices. There’s even folding canes for travelers

and canes with seats. Prices range from $10.95 to $600. There are

walkers in assorted colors with wheels and seats; an assortment of

walker and wheelchair tote bags; back support cushions and seat

cushions; and lift chairs for those who need comfortable support for

home and travel.

To help prevent swollen ankles and feet, there is a full line of

gradient compression hosiery. Other items available include hand-held

magnifying glasses, heat and cold packs, cervical pillows for

sleeping and travel, ear plugs, arthritic relief gloves and socks for

diabetics. Complementary custom gift-wrap and shipping is available.

Open 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday and 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday. 400 Newport Center Drive in Newport Beach. (949) 644-0065

MOMS IN THE POD

Expectant moms can find great summer swimsuits at A Pea in the

Pod. Moms can show off their belly or cover up in flattering and

stylish bikinis, two-piece, one-piece and tankinis. (Only two styles

available in one-piece, two-piece or tankinis have become most

popular.) Suits come in prints, florals and solids. Priced from $78.

Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday

and 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Go to Level 1, Crate & Barrel/Macy’s

Home Store wing at South Coast Plaza. (714) 957-3222.

* BEST BUYS appears Thursdays. Send information to Greer Wylder at

[email protected]; at 330 W. Bay St., Costa Mesa, CA 92627; or by

fax at (949) 646-4170.