Going to the Kentucky Derby next year or just want the perfect hat for any occasion? Your first call should be to milliner Paula Del Percio at The Hat Box in Laguna Beach.

Del Percio creates couture-quality hats for everything from opening day at Del Mar Race Track to polo matches to weddings.

"I make the whole hat from scratch," said Del Percio, who also makes bridal veils.

She has created hats for numerous celebrities, including Susan Lucci, Robert De Niro, Maya Angelou, Stephanie Powers and even Dennis Rodman.

For her hats, she works with the finest materials, including straws and fur felt. Men shouldn't feel left out. Del Percio has Panama hats, and an Italian straw boater classic. Custom hats are priced from $200 to $500.

Open 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. daily. 550 S. Coast Highway, Suite 3 in Laguna Beach. 949.497.7335

www.thehatbox.com

Macy's at Fashion Island in Newport Beach celebrates the addition of men's apparel with a Men's Night Out event featuring the Alfani collection on Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m. The evening includes informal modeling, a live DJ, spa treatments by Spa Gregories, appetizers by California Pizza Kitchen and Philadelphia Grill, and desserts from the Cheesecake Factory. Macy's card holders can save up to 20% on all men's purchases during the event.

Open 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday; 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday; and 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.949.644.2800

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