Our 2026 Record Of Orange County’s Greatest Shopping Finds

From handcrafted golf equipment and Japanese tableware to waterproof jewellery, premium swim fins and artistic workshops, these are Orange County’s standout purchasing and life-style locations for 2026.

Credit: Daniel Estrada, courtesy Bent Grass Golf Supply

Cowhide Golf Covers

Elevate your golf bag with handmade Columbian cowhide headcovers (beginning at $125) that you could’t discover anyplace else within the nation moreover Bentgrass Golf Supply. Each headcover is exclusive, so nobody may have one precisely like yours. You’ll additionally discover a cowhide golf bag ($1,700), a weekender bag ($900), and a seven-club bag ($750). Don’t miss the rack of trendy classic golf garments.

2944 Randolph Ave., Costa Mesa
bentgrassgolfsupply.com

Highly Anticipated Return

“Make them laugh, make them cry, make them wait.” Barnes & Noble quoted Charles Dickens on its Instagram put up teasing the summer time opening of the bookstore, together with its signature B&N Cafe, within the Macy’s Home wing of South Coast Plaza. And we have been glad to attend for its return (the corporate used to have a location at close by Metro Pointe). After all, the purchasing heart hasn’t had a bookstore since Borders went out of enterprise some 15 years in the past.

3333 Bear St., Costa Mesa
barnesandnoble.com

Japanese Tableware

Shop a wide range of Japanese residence items at Orange Market Tableware, together with objects from Japanese artisans similar to handblown glass cups and whisky glasses, silk scarves, dessert plates embellished with bears, and extra. You also can flick thru Kagami Crystal, incense holders, and even fragrance. Each retailer additionally hosts pop-ups and artwork exhibitions, similar to an “Awakened in Spring” Japanese Exclusive Artists Exhibition, which featured works by three artists.

15333 Culver Drive, Irvine
735 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine
orangemarkettableware.com

Credit: Cove

Co-Working Spot by the Beach

Opt for a day cross ($40) or a membership (beginning at $300 monthly) to affix fellow distant employees at Cove in Laguna Beach. Amenities embody a non-public Zoom room, kitchenette with espresso and tea, quick WiFi, and non-compulsory perks similar to reductions on studio leases and a devoted desk, relying on which package deal you choose. Cove additionally hosts particular occasions, together with yoga courses, improv exhibits, and sound baths. You may even e book the studio for a photoshoot (beginning at $120).

1105 N. Coast Highway, Laguna Beach
covelaguna.com

Jewelry Workshop

Ever surprise what it could be wish to create your personal jewellery? Gem Studio hosts silversmithing and allure workshops (beginning at $25). Sift via 1000’s of semi-precious gems and create every little thing from rings, pet collars, and bracelets to earrings, pendants, bolo ties, key chains, and even cuff hyperlinks. The workshops vary from one to a few hours, and also you’ll work with an teacher who will assist carry your design to life.

766 Spectrum Center Drive, Irvine
gemstudio.com

Credit: See Sea

Waterproof Bling

Head to Pacific City to buy See Sea’s waterproof jewellery assortment that’s made to carry up towards day by day life, together with sweaty exercises on the health club and summer time days within the ocean. The firm makes use of supplies similar to surgical-grade chrome steel and applies a PVD gold coating, which makes the items keep their colour. In reality, you may relaxation assured that your necklaces, rings, earrings, bracelets, and anklets will final as See Sea affords a one-year colour guarantee. Should your piece fade, they’ll change it.

21010 Pacific Coast Highway, Huntington Beach
shopseesea.com

Mobile Pearl Jewelry

Visit Orange County Pearls in Dana Point—or e book the workforce to your subsequent occasion—to craft pearl jewellery. First, you’ll choose an oyster and open it to disclose the pearl inside. Next, you’ll select from a collection of high-quality settings, together with necklaces, bracelets, and rings. Then a workforce member will allow you to design your merchandise. At the top, you’ll have your personal piece of pearl jewellery that’s distinctive to you.

34118 Pacific Coast Highway, Dana Point
orangecountypearls.com

Premium Swim Fins

Made from 100% Malaysian rubber, Yucca’s premium swim fins (beginning at $90) have been examined by lifeguards, divers, and swimmers. The fins are available a wide range of versatile choices similar to Ultra Soft Flex, Super Flex, Standard Flex, and Soft Flex—Yucca even affords a video that can assist you determine which one is true to your wants—in addition to quick blades, which permit for extra pace and management, and lengthy fins for energy and distance.

2380 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa
yuccafins.com

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