GREER’S BEST BUYS:

Celebrate the New Year right with a fantastic sale for fashion-savvy women. You can stock up on top designer shoes, clothing, handbags and accessories reduced up to 60% at Garys Per Donna’s semiannual sale at Fashion Island in Newport Beach. Top brands include Prada, Cole Haan, Kooba, Crossley, James, Botkier, 575, Donald J Pliner, Gusto, AG, Transit, Ted Baker, Lockheart, Christian Weber, Paige, Urs & J, Claudia Cluti, Isabella Fiore and Yin.

Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. At Fashion Island (across from GARYS/ Hugo Boss men’s store) in Newport Beach; (949) 721-5730, www.garysonline.com

And at Garys Island you can find savings up to 60% off on island-inspired home decor, artwork, gifts and accessories. Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday; (949) 640-2372, www.garysisland.com.

Spruce up your bed

Blue Springs Home, a home furnishings and luxury bedding specialty shop in Costa Mesa, begins its annual year-end sale through Jan. 31 with 20% to 50% off selected merchandise. Whether your style is Italian, classic modern, romantic, or super simple, Blue Springs Home owner Susan Ellison can put together a fabulous bed and bedroom for you.

Her bedding lines include Bella Notte, House Inc., Matteo, Catimini, PillowTalk, Serena & Lily, Dwell Baby and more. She carries great bedding for cribs as well. Blue Springs Home also has a selection of furniture, mirrors, lamp shades, lamps, pillows, loungewear and seatbelt bags. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday at 369 E. 17th St., Costa Mesa; (949) 642-3632, www.bluespringshome.com.

Fashionista’s paradise

A great local boutique sale is Karizma’s January Sale Extravaganza in Corona del Mar, where everything is reduced 50%. Fashions range from casual to evening wear, as well as shoes and accessories. Owner Shellie Morrisette-Okon carries the latest designs that are popular with fashionistas and celebrities.

Included in the sale are sweaters and jackets from Mike & Chris, dresses from Ingwa:Melero, 12th St. Rachel Pally, Rozae Nichols Convertible line and more. Also find the latest denim from Rock & Republic, Hudson and Frankie B. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday at 2908 E. Coast Hwy. in Corona del Mar; (949) 219-0023, www.karizmaboutique.com.

Buy a car and clothes

In addition to selling luxury cars, Newport Lexus also offers pastries and sandwiches from nearby Pascal’s Restaurant, a Coffee Bar, and a boutique featuring men’s and women’s apparel. Its first boutique sale this holiday season lasts through Monday. Start the New Year in style with savings on selected merchandise of up to 33%. Save on Tommy Bahama, Oakley and top women’s merchandise. Open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday at 3901 MacArthur Blvd in Newport Beach; (949) 477-7170, www.newportlexus.com.

More holiday savings

Shopgirls by Lisa & Helen’s after-holiday sale includes savings of 30% to 70% off selected items including Alice + Trixie, T Bags, Catherine Malandrino, Lily McNeal and more. Open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at 369 E. 17th St. #4 in Costa Mesa; (949) 574-9622, www.shopgirlsboutique.com

Find your varietal

Enjoy a special Saturday Night Flight wine tasting at WineStyles in Costa Mesa. Special host Helen from Liquid Assets wines will pour five wines.

These include MacCleod Sauvignon Blanc, Presidio Chardonnay and Syrah, both organic and biodynamic; Chaman Cabernet/Carmenere blend, an interesting blend from Chile; and the Nicolette Christopher Cabernet Sauvignon.

Cost for this Saturday Night Flight tasting will be $10, $5 for wine club members. WineStyles is at 270 E. 17th St in Costa Mesa; (949) 631-6627, www.winestyles.net.

GREER WYLDER writes Best Buys, which runs Fridays. She’s the founder and president of www.greersoc.com, a free daily e-mail service that provides the latest in Orange County fashion, dining and trends.