OC for Everyone on Your List

Eight Great Holiday Gifts

1. Oakley sunglasses - This original OC designer has several hot pairs on the market for the trendsetting socialite, including their Bluetooth eyewear - Razrwire and O Rokr.

2. Vestal watch - Created in 1997 out of Newport Beach and a must-have for fashionistas to rockers, Vestal's watches offer both a vintage vibe and a futuristic feel with music being the inspiration for the overall aesthetic.

3. Surf lessons - Give your friend or family member the gift that keeps on surfing! Guys and gals will love this chance to learn the ultimate SoCal sport from the friendly pros at Toes on the Nose at the Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach Resort.

4. Girlfriends - A Wine for Women - The Temecula-based, VR La Cereza Winery developed the first wine produced in Southern California that is designed specifically to appeal to female palates. The light, flavorful and dry white wine with overtones of citrus, melon and papaya is made from dry Riesling, Chenin Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay reserve grapes. Get a bottle, or two, for all your favorite women!

5. Rainbow® Sandals – Nothing says laidback more than a great pair of flip-flops! Surfers and SoCal locals have sworn by the ever-popular, OC-based Rainbow Sandals for more than 30 years.

6. Zov's cookbook - Give your favorite aspiring chef or Food Network junkie a cookbook from one of America's culinary treasures based in OC – Zov Karamardian. "Zov: Recipes and Memories from the Heart" contains simple-to-prepare recipes that have earned her restaurant, Zov’s Bistro,
national acclaim.

7. Mickey Mouse ears - Disneyland’s traditional black hat souvenir can be personalized and now comes in several styles, including pirate-themed (think Johnny Depp) and princess-themed (daughters and nieces will love this pair).

8. OC wear - For The O.C. fanatic, pick-up a colorful “OC” t-shirt or hoodie at Fashion Island in Newport Beach or the surf shops on Main Street
in Huntington Beach.

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