Best Store For Women’s Apparel, Men’s/Women’s Shoes & Formal Wear: Nordstrom
What is there to say about Nordstrom that our readers don’t already know? A consistent Readers’ Choice favorite, local fashionistas — and fashionistos — flock to Nordies for its unparalleled customer service and dazzling array of designer offerings. (888/282-6060, www.nordstrom.com)
Best Store For Men’s Apparel: Mister B Men’s Clothing & Nordstrom
A repeat readers’ favorite, Mister B’s boutiques in Rancho Santa Fe Plaza and La Jolla offer designer labels including Pal Zileri, Hugo Boss, Bernard Zins, Moreschi, Gran Sasso, Zanella, Pancaldi, Robert Graham, Agave, and more. The La Jolla location also offers in-house tailoring. (858/756-5099, www.misterbattheranch.com)
Men (and those who help outfit them) also head to Nordstrom for the many luxury brands it offers as well as its stellar staff. (888/282-6060, www.nordstrom.com)
Best Children’s Clothing: Childish Couture
Voted Best New Boutique last year by our readers, Childish Couture in Rancho Santa Fe Plaza offers one-of-a-kind items, specialty clothing, eco-friendly options, shoes, toys, and gifts for preemies up to size 8/10 for girls and boys. Call to ask for details about the boutique’s upcoming Easter Egg Hunt around the plaza. (760/230-6000, www.childishcouture.com)
Best New Boutique: Babies By The Sea Boutique
When a revered fashion maven and a readers’ favorite doctor team up, the community notices. Babies By The Sea Boutique is the brainchild of Laura Ann Fairchild (L.A. Fairchild Boutique/Denim Bar) and Robert Biter, MD (see page 36), who share a passion for offering products that are healthy, fashionable, and environmentally responsible. The boutique strives to develop a community support group and community lecture program to address issues of social responsibility, nonviolent parenting, environmental health, self esteem development, and more. In addition, a portion of net revenue is donated to two nonprofit organizations: Her Heart’s Wish and Seaside Giving. (760/230-4272, www.babiesbytheseaboutique.com)
Best Jewelry Store: Rebecca Norman Boutique
Rebecca Norman handcrafts eye-catching fine and fashion jewelry, leather belts, and handbags that are sold in specialty boutiques throughout the U.S. On March 20, from 6-9pm, Norman will be celebrate her second anniversary on Cedros Avenue with a fundraising bash to benefit the Wounded Warrior Project. Guests will enjoy beats, eats, drinks, and amazing deals on the designer’s stunning creations. (858/481-7327, www.rebeccanorman.com)
Best Accessories Store: Fairen Del
Fairen Del’s dedicated followers flock to the boutique’s Flower Hill Promenade and Carlsbad locations for its impressive collection of luxurious leather goods including handbags, shoes, belts, jewelry, luggage, travel accessories, and more. (858/259-1120, www.fairendel.com)
Best Lingerie: Victoria’s Secret
It’s no secret — Ranch & Coast readers head to Victoria’s Secret for their intimate apparel needs, whether sweet, sexy, or downright racy. (800/411-5116, www.victoriassecret.com)
Best Resale: La Costa Kids
La Costa Kids is an upscale children’s resale boutique in Encinitas that offers sought-after children’s lines including Quiksilver, Hurley, Janie & Jack, Gymboree, Gap, Roxy, and more. The boutique also carries maternity clothes, one-of-a-kind pieces, toys, and used Bob and ErgoBaby products. (760/944-9076, www.lacostakids.net)
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