Whether you’re hunting for vintage, design, or resort-ready style, these Palm Springs shops offer something for every shopper.
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10 Palm Springs–Inspired Gifts for Him
bright eyes Add a pop of retro-futuristic color to any look with these acid-yellow acetate frames from Rick Owens. The Webster, $460; thewebster.comred alert This limited-edition Hublot boasts a 14-day power reserve and an striking polished red ceramic case. Leeds...
Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth at Brandini Toffee in Rancho Mirage
In high school, desert native Brandon Weimer and a friend decided to make and sell his family’s almond toffee to raise funds for a school trip to Italy. Beyond bankrolling the getaway, the venture snowballed into a toffee empire that has been featured on The Martha...
7 Nostalgic Décor Items to Add to Your Home
A Better Boom Box OB–4 Magic Radio at The Place Teenage Engineering, the Swedish design house beloved by audiophiles, delights in playful contradictions. The OB–4 looks like a $650 Bluetooth speaker with a 1980s carry handle, yet it hides serious technology for...
Joel Edgerton on Perspective, Purpose, and Netflix’s Train Dreams
Joel Edgerton on Perspective, Purpose, and His Most Powerful Role YetWith Train Dreams, Joel Edgerton turns stillness into spectacle and uncovers the quiet power that illuminates an ordinary life.From the November 2025 issue of Palm Springs LifeStory by Alex...
10 Modern Minimalist Home Décor Finds in Greater Palm Springs
Totem Sculptures Inspired by the sun’s rays and midcentury modern shapes, SoCal ceramic artist and landscape designer Dustin Gimbel created his Sunbeam series of sculptures. Stack them to your desired height, outdoors or indoors. The Backyard at The Shops at Thirteen...
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Meet Chrissy Armstrong, Owner of Chrissy’s on El Paseo
In our annual Best of the Best competition, Chrissy's on El Paseo was named best modern fashion in Palm Desert by our readers. We spoke with owner Chrissy Armstrong to learn more about the El Paseo shop. What inspired you to open Chrissy’s on El Paseo? Prior to...
Saks Fifth Avenue Spotlights Spring Trends at Fashion Week El Paseo Finale
Judging from the packed house and audible excitement as the doors opened at 7 p.m., the Saks Fifth Avenue show was once again one of the most social events of the year for the closing night of Fashion Week El Paseo 2025. Some opulently styled attendees embraced the...
Next-Gen Designers Dare to Bend Sartorial Norms at Fashion Week El Paseo
On Tuesday night, Fashion Week El Paseo showcased students from international fashion school Istituto Marangoni Miami for a second year, providing a major platform for emerging designers to present their designs to the public. Sponsored by arts and education advocate...
Standout Styles From Fashion Week El Paseo’s Running Wild on El Paseo Show
The fashionistas were aflutter on Fashion Week El Paseo’s fourth night at the Running Wild on El Paseo runway event. They flitted into the tent fresh from cocktail reception chatter, and as the lights went down, images of Hunt Slonem’s neo-expressionist paintings...
LaQuan Smith Inspires Fearless Glamour at Fashion Week El Paseo
They say, “March comes in like a lion and goes out like a lamb.” Well, meow to that. Midway through March for night three of Fashion Week El Paseo 2025, this proud crowd came dressed as if they planned to stride down the catwalk themselves. The show had started before...
Designer Ace Harper Hosts Pop-Up Shop at Fashion Week El Paseo
In addition to evening runway shows, afternoons at Fashion Week El Paseo often feature designer meet-and-greets and pop-up shops. Sunday afternoon, designer Ace Harper hosted a pop-up at the Fashion Week tent, presenting pieces from her collection Talking Flowers. The...
10 Nature-Inspired Gifts to Celebrate Spring
Tea Blends Savor the harmony of rose petals, rooibos, orange peel, and hibiscus in this locally blended Rosy Fresh tea. Each sip reveals floral sweetness, earthy undertones, and a hint of bright citrus. Cali Rosina, $7.45 per ounce; instagram.com/calitealifeFloral...
Ace Harper Lights Up Fashion Week El Paseo With Post-Punk Floral Story
Ace Harper’s Fashion Week El Paseo debut delivered a theatrical, high-energy showcase that fused the elegance of dance with a new wave aesthetic. Her collection, Talking Flowers, transported viewers into a dreamscape where movement, music, and fashion intertwined. The...
Pierre Cardin Opens Fashion Week El Paseo 2025 With Vintage and Futuristic Designs
As the sun dipped behind the mountains, casting a glow over El Paseo, the desert’s most fashionable gathered beneath twinkling lights for the opening night of Fashion Week El Paseo 2025 at The Gardens on El Paseo in Palm Desert. Attendees, dressed in bold prints and...
The Ultimate Guide to Fashion Week El Paseo: What Not to Miss
Planning to attend Fashion Week El Paseo 2025? This annual event — March 14–19 at The Gardens on El Paseo in Palm Desert — features six fabulous runway shows, plus pop-up shops and trunk shows with designers, in-store events at several retailers and restaurants along...
Jordan Schnitzer Sends Local Students to Fashion Week El Paseo
To businessman, art collector, and design enthusiast Jordan Schnitzer, fashion is more than clothing — it’s a form of art. “Fashion is art in fabric,” he says. “It does two things. First, aesthetically, it’s stunning to see creative designers shape, form, and push...
Saks Fifth Avenue Will Close Fashion Week El Paseo With Etro
The luxury department store returns to Fashion Week El Paseo with a vibrant runway presentation of Spring/Summer 2025 menswear and womenswear from Saks Fifth Avenue's most coveted designer brands. The show will shine a special spotlight on Italian designer Etro’s...
Where to Find Vintage Fashion in Palm Springs and Beyond
In the Coachella Valley, midcentury architecture and a laid-back resort vibe set the scene for timeless style. Wanna dress the part? These boutiques harbor troves of retro treasures, making it easy to shop sustainably and stylishly. If you happen to be browsing on the...
Istituto Marangoni Miami Brings Next-Gen Designers to Palm Desert
To witness the future of fashion in its rawest, most exploratory form, reserve your seat for Istituto Marangoni Miami. The global fashion school returns to Palm Desert for what is sure to be another inspiring showcase of student creations. Founded in Milan in 1935,...
