RETAIL ROUNDUP: St. John Knits turning 45

Local women’s wear designer St. John Knits, founded in 1962 by former Newport Beach residents Robert and Marie Gray, will celebrate 45 years of luxury fashion this fall.

Showcasing a retrospective collection that includes 12 special, limited-edition vintage looks designed by Marie Gray, daughter Kelly Gray and its creative team, St. John has launched a “Devotion” campaign in boutiques across the country.

In recognition of what it describes as “dedication to its loyal clientele,” St. John will treat customers to special offers and services.

Pieces from the anniversary collection featuring signature knits “inspired by classic styles from the St. John archives,” will be available for purchase.

Shoppers will be able to view the anniversary collection, and will be treated to a Women & Wine tasting event at the St. John boutique at South Coast Plaza, 3333 Bristol St., Costa Mesa, Sept. 15 from 4 to 8 p.m.

More information at (714) 662-6888.

— Sue Thoensen

 The 411 on 9-1-1 For Kids at Yard House

Yard House restaurant at Fashion Island will host a 9-1-1 Heroes Ceremony at 11:30 a.m. today to honor local children from the 9-1-1 For Kids program. 9-1-1 For Kids is an outreach organization that teaches children as young as preschool age how to save lives and property by dialing 9-1-1. Children are taught through classroom instruction when to use the emergency number and when not to, and what to say in the case of a police, fire or medical emergency.

The ceremony honors three children ages 9 to 12 who each took action during a domestic emergency and called the universal emergency telephone number. Their quick response helped saved lives.

The Heroes Ceremony will take place at the newest Yard House location at Fashion Island, 849 Newport Center Drive in Newport Beach. The restaurant opens Sunday. Call (949) 640-9273 for more information.

 Hurley launches interactive website

Costa Mesa-based youth brand Hurley launched an expanded, interactive website this week, adding streaming music and video downloads, live blogs, interactive athlete profiles, featured events and more.

The new website aims to connect visitors to the company’s latest news in surfing, skating, fashion, art and music. Additional features include a digital gallery of photos and art collections, an MP3 store and access to exclusive online giveaways.

In conjunction with the launch, Hurley is giving away a pro-model skate deck, a Schecter guitar autographed by Avenged Sevenfold’s Zacky Vengeance and a signed surfboard from Pat O’Connell.

For more information, go to www.hurley.com.

— Jessie Brunner