Greer’s Best Buys:

Corona del Mar Plaza’s sidewalk sale kicks off the holiday shopping season today through Sunday. Throughout the weekend, Jack’s Surfboards will offer up to 50% discount on select items. Jewels by Joseph will offer a free in-store inspection and jewelry cleaning, plus a free polishing cloth; UNA will be promoting its amazing Michelle Scarf. Customers can buy one scarf at 15% off, two at 20% off, or three scarves at 30% off the regular price.

At Bikini and Diane’s Beachwear, save up to 50% off select designer items such as Juicy Couture and Splendid; (and mention Black Friday Special, and receive 20% off all day today).

Other participating stores include Antonia – A Shoe Boutique; Brighton Collectibles; Lucy Activewear; Peet’s Coffee & Tea; Sienna Brown; Sole Comfort; Marmi Shoes; Subtle Luxury; Tommy Bahama’s; Gelato Paradiso; and Three Dog Bakery. A jazz trio will entertain shoppers with holiday favorites, Peet’s Coffee from noon to 2 p.m. Saturday, through Dec. 19.

Corona del Mar Plaza is at MacArthur Boulevard and East Coast Highway in Newport Beach. For a complete listing of stores and restaurants at the center, visit www.shoptheirvinecompany.com.

Going greek

It’s hard to relate to the joys of being a sorority sister, but not finding the perfect gift, I’ve been there. Ring Ching Ching’s Jennifer Martin (a former Pi Phi at USC) founded a line of stylish sorority wear after searching unsuccessfully for a great sorority-related gift.

Now her line is sought after throughout the Greek system, and it’s the only O.C.-based business that offers sorority gifts.

Choose from sorority-themed tank tops, T-shirts, pajama pants, hot pants, pillow cases, stationery, bags, totes, and new laundry bags that are the hottest seller.

And Ring Ching Ching is not just for sororities; they offer custom designs for fraternities, high schools, birthdays or any other group of function you may need! Ring Ching Ching is having an open house from 1 to 8 p.m. Saturday at 1508 Cumberland Lane in Newport Beach. Great gifts for the holidays, big sis/little sis. Prices start as low as $2.

More information may be found at (949) 637-2401 or ringchingching.com/index.html.

Travel deals

A travel deal is just a click away! The Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa hotel is offering incredible low rates! For one day only, receive 50% off their best available rates through May 31, 2010! Book your reservation today from 6 a.m. until midnight. Use the online promo code FRIDAY or call 1 800-HILTONS and mention the code FRIDAY to receive 50% off! The hotel is at 3050 Bristol St. in Costa Mesa.

More information may be found at (714) 513-3427 or www.hiltonorange countycostamesa.com.

Grand opening

Newport Nails’ second location is celebrating its grand opening today Friday. It’s open all day from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. with a party from noon to 5 p.m. Grand Opening specials include 20% off all services! The high-end nail salon offers the latest in Italian design for client comfort.

For a complete list of services, visit their website, available through tinyurl.com/ygvzk7v.

The location is at 1132 Irvine Blvd., at Westcliff Plaza next to Ralphs in Newport Beach.

More information may be found at (949) 722-1589.

Get it wrapped

If you’re short on time for wrapping gifts, let the Wrapper take care of it for you. The new seasonal store at South Coast Plaza also carries holiday gifts, from premium wines and champagne, gourmet food baskets.

Shipping and delivery services also available.

Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Saks Fifth Avenue Wing, Level 2. South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa.

More information may be found at (714) 556-1234.

Elegant gifts

Home, Holidays & Traditions, another seasonal store at South Coast Plaza, offers unique elegant gifts and home décor. Featuring Christopher Radko, Polonaise,

Disney, Katherine’s Collection, Dept 56, Byers’ Choice Carolers, Annalee dolls, handcrafted ornaments, personalized stockings and complimentary personalization of ornaments.

The store is open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday; 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday at Bloomingdale’s Wing, Level 1. South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. More information may be found at (714) 641-6689.

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.