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Trina Turk: Fashion and Lifestyle Designer

Iconic Designer, Reveals An Insider's Peak At Palm Springs

ELAINE SAYS: Trina Turk and Palm Springs are virtually synonymous....but while the retro look and feel of this desert oasis still echo the Hollywood Resort Glamour of the Rat Pack Lifestyle, Trina has somehow channeled that glamour through a thoroughly modern lens. Despite my tendency toward color-phobia, she lures me in with her optimistic prints, unexpected combinations and sophisticated forms, creating the most incredible mash-up of femme and moxie. She speaks to a confident lady...both words, deliberate and well-represented in her collections. For years, she's been speaking to my own sister...truly the most genuinely stylish person I've ever known....which has put me in full view of how Trina's bold yet demure voice can be woven elegantly into another's wardrobe. Case Study Resuts: Totally Original. However, the common thread no matter who wears her, is that her designs create a promise of a lifestyle...an aspirational one...a fabulous one. So, it's not surprising that Trina Turk has grown to become the full lifestyle brand that it has, now including Mr. Turk menswear, home furnishings, textiles and accessories, with stores not only in PS but LA, Miami, NYC and more. Trina Turk speaks to a very romantic and stylized time in a uniquely current way....as does her insider's list of favorite spots in the city where it all began. Enjoy a walk through Palm Springs in Trina Turk's very cool shoes. And PS: Be sure to visit Trina's original boutique, designed by the fabulously talented, Kelly Wearstler. And her very first Residential Boutique, right next door at 895 Palm Canyon Drive. xx-e

Posted on July 25th, 2012

Escape

Old Is New Again: Vintage Clothing at Mr. Cox VISIT WEBSITE| LOCATION: Mr. Cox 457 North Palm Canyon Drive, Suite 6, Palm Springs It's been awhile since there's been any quality vintage clothing shops in Palm Springs, so I'm excited to welcome, "Mr. Cox" and "Deja Vu" to Palm Canyon Drive. Mr. Cox is right across the breezeway from Bon Vivant, in the Galleria Shops. Amy Cox's intimate space envelops you in muted, make-up pink and features an edited selection of great men's and women's vintage. More on the others....
Vintage Finery: Deja Vu VISIT WEBSITE | LOCATION: Deja Vu 4109 East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm SpringsDeja Vu has a larger selection of vintage, with a, "desert pool party" in mind. It's housed in a cute, Spanish-style building.
Secondhand Treasures: Ceramic & Glass Goods at Bon Vivant VISIT WEBITE | LOCATION: 457 North Palm Canyon Drive, #3, Palm SpringsThe aforementioned Bon Vivant, has cool hippie and modernist jewelry, a huge selection of cufflinks, plus ceramic, glass and other decorative accessories for your home...Curated by Patrick Barry's sharp eye.
Modern Mecca: Modernism Week at the Convention Center, Palm Springs COMPLETE SCHEDULE | SHOW & SALE INFO | SHOW & SALE LOCATION: Palm Springs Convention Center 277 North Avendia Caballeros, Palm Springs For high-end and gorgeous everything vintage, from furniture to art and jewelry, shop the Palm Springs Modernism Show at the Convention Center during Modernism Week [Show and Sale at Convention Center from Feb 17-20, Tours & Events continuing through the 26th]. Great dealers from the West Coast and beyond, show their beautiful wares at this annual show.
A Clever Idea: Breakfast of Cheeky's VISIT WEBSITE | LOCATION: 622 North Palm Canyon Drive, Palm SpringsFor breakfast- Cheeky's...if you can, get there early or don't mind waiting. They have the best steel cut oatmeal with berries. Sit on the patio for a view of the San Jacinto mountains, as you dine.
Rock Lobster: Lunchtime at Norma's, The Parker Hotel VISIT WEBSITE | LOCATION: Norma's, The Parker Hotel 4200 Palm Canyon Drive, Palm SpringsI love the Rock Lobster and Mango Salad at Norma's, at the Parker, but please know....it's not a cheap lunch at $25!
Caffeine Fix | Koffi VISIT WEBSITE | LOCATIONS: Koffi 1700 South Camino Real at East Palm Canyon Drive, Palm Springs & 515 North Palm Canyon Drive at Alejo, Palm SpringsLocals frequent Koffi's two locations instead of the other, usual suspects.
Paris in PS: Le Valluris VISIT WEBSITE | LOCATION: Le Vallouris 385 West Tahquitz Cayon Way, Palm SpringsFor a fancy, "Frenchy" dinner...Classic, old school Palm Springs, at Le Valluris.
A Modern Side Trip: Treasure Hunting in Cathedral City VISIT HEDGE | VISIT SPACES | LOCATION: Perez Road, Cathedral CityIn Cathedral City on Perez Road, more vintage modernist and other goodies for your home at a strip of shops anchored by my favorites, Hedge and Spaces.