Have you ever looked in your closet and been convinced you have absolutely nothing to wear? You push past all the clothes that have been sitting there untouched for months and you realize it’s time for a wardrobe update. Luckily, Irvine is a shoppers paradise, with a perfect mixture of international fashion powerhouses and small family owned boutiques. When you’re in the mood for a shopping day, try one of these shopping spots and head into the new season with a new outfit or two.
When you think shopping in Irvine, chances are that you think of Irvine Spectrum Center. As one of the biggest shopping malls in the area, featuring more than 150 stores and services. Here you’ll find activewear at Lululemon, Adidas, Quicksilver, and more. Or hit the town in style with with some comfy jeans from Lucky Brand, a new top from Nordstrom, or a runway ready outfit from White House Black Market. You will also find lots of fun events throughout the year at this central pillar of the community.
There’s nothing better than the feeling of supporting a local small business. Jasper Plum is a mother/daughter owned boutique offering everything from dresses to swimwear and jewelry to jeans. The unique styles at the Plum will leave you feeling amazing and your friends feeling jealous! And with every outfit you buy, you can feel good about helping the local economy to thrive.
Gallant State knows that a well made and well fitting shirt can make a man feel like a king. This upscale clothier was started with the goal of designing custom shirts that are perfect for every man, no matter his body type. Head in for a tailor made shirt and tie that won’t break the bank, and you will be ready for any occasion.
Ok… we’re throwing this one in for fun! Most people don’t know that we have a fully stocked Celtic shop right in our own backyard. Sport the finest Irish and Scottish attire with your very own kilt featuring the tartan of your ancestral clan from The Tartan Patch. Don’t have any Celtic blood in your family tree? Just pick the tartan you like best and have some fun with it! Their woolen kilts are hand crafted in mills in Scotland and Ireland and follow the rich tradition of kiltmakers from hundreds of years past. You’ll stand out in a crowd with an outfit from The Tartan Patch.
Some days call for a little retail therapy. Try shopping at one of these local Irvine hotspots for great finds and great deals. Be sure to share your best discoveries with us on Facebook or Instagram, and keep following our blog here for more Irvine options.