Find the last gift for the one you forgot

It is a universally acknowledged truth that there always is at least one person forgotten in the mad rush to procure holiday presents. Here are our local picks for your last-minute acquisitions.

FOR THE BIBLIOPHILE

It’s the best of times and the worst of times: The Borders Books & Music at 1890 Newport Blvd., Costa Mesa is closing. As of press time, calendars were 50% off; toys, gifts and stationery were 40% off; and most books were 30% off. Although the store is starting to resemble a child’s messy room, there are plenty of bargains still to be had. The Borders store at Metro Pointe will remain open. Information: (949) 631-8661.

FOR THE DUDE(TTE)

The Surfing Heritage Foundation has opened a pop-up satellite store at South Coast Plaza’s Crate and Barrel Wing, where they are selling collectibles, clothing, artwork, unique surfboards and surf-related art and artifacts. Also on view are exhibits of surfing history. Information: (714) 800-1654.

FOR THE GOURMAND

Pickled herring. Weisswurst. Globe Delicatessen, 1928 Harbor Blvd. in Costa Mesa, has all the necessities for a Hungarian expat or a burgeoning Julia Child. Information: (949) 642-3784.

FOR THE DOMESTIC DIVA

If there’s someone in your life who would give Martha Stewart a run for her money, consider finding them a gift at South Coast Plaza pop-up store Home, Holidays & Traditions. Located near Bloomingdale’s, the store is filled to the gills with holiday and home décor from companies like Christopher Radko and Dept. 56, and also boasts ornament personalization. Information: (714) 641-6689.

FOR THE HIPSTER

The thought of buying them a present intimidates you, because you’ve never heard of the films they like and you have no idea where they find their supremely ironic T-shirts. Your best bet in this case is a trip to Swellegant Vintage, 3409 Newport Blvd., Newport Beach. One of the best vintage shops in the county, the shop’s collection is well-edited and, well, swellegant. Information: (949) 673-3604.

FOR THE SHOE ADDICT

Need a pair of Louboutins in a hurry? Lanis, 270 E. 17th St. Suite 4, Costa Mesa, is the brainchild of Stephanie Hsu, who took her business background and paired it with her love for beautiful accessories. She hand-picks the best looks of the season, and offers personalized service to boot. Information: (949) 515-3888.

FOR THE HEDONIST

Most locals know that one of the best places to find their favorite vice, be it chocolate, cigars or Cabernet, is Hi-Time Wine Cellars, 250 Ogle St., Costa Mesa. Fitted into a seemingly endless, cavernous space, Hi-Time boasts the largest temperature controlled underground wine cellar west of the Mississippi River, and a massive collection of all other alcoholic beverages at excellent prices. Information: (949) 650-8463.