Tuesday, June 28, 2011

Cool Finds in Hot Places

 
(top & bandeau- American Apparel, shorts- Mink Pink, shoes- Rachel Comey, hat- H&M, sunglasses- Karen Walker c/o Need Supply, bracelets- The Art of Design, All Saints, Vintage, clutch- Zara)
The main reason behind our trip to the desert was to check out our friend's new vintage store, The Art of Design. My friend curates a book shop that specializes in rare, out of print books and hard to find periodicals, while her two partners focus on assembling one of the best vintage collections I have ever had the pleasure of shopping. If you're a vintage die hard or have an obsession with books and you're in Palm Desert or Palm Springs, it would be a crime not to check it out. 
Not only did I get first dibs on their vintage, I also had the opportunity to play around and style their window display in my version of a desert holiday. 
 

104 comments:

The Fancy Teacup said...

The Art of Design looks like a treasure trove! I will have to stop by there whenever I am in Palm Springs. And I have the same Zara clutch, as well as in green, yellow, and orange. Love them!

♥, Jamie
www.TheFancyTeacup.com

Leticia Oliveira said...

Linda!!
Beijo
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emc said...

that store looks amazing! i got to palm springs a few times every winter, i'll have to check it out! love your outfit too!

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pancakeSTACKER said...

You always have the best AA goodies! I love the blouse. Perfect for desert weather, I'm sure! Those sandals are super cute too! I've never been to Palm Springs (I know, right?), but one day! I'll be sure to stop by there too!


xoxo!
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Polly said...

what hot girl!Love.
And (haha) i have the same clutch blue-yellow!But i never use it .

xox, Polly
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Raspberry Jam said...

Love your shorts!Nice outfit!

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mwan said...

love your whole outfit :)

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from hk/london

x

Rachel said...

You look lovely - and aren't those Zara clutches great? I got the yellow one, but I'm hoping to be able to pick up that pink one too!

Leah Herrick said...

I wanna go! I wanna go!

augustalolita said...

this is such a cute outfit!! i love your shorts <3 and this place looks amazing!!

Alicia said...

So many GORGEOUS items on these photos, LOVE IT & you look GREAT as usual :)

xoxo
Alicia Mi Mundo

pushups with polish said...

seeing those LV chests, i just asked myself IS THIS REAL LIFE! haha lovely post xxo

FashionHippieLoves said...

your pics are just amazing!

x

Camilla said...

wow I need shoes like that

x Camilla

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FashionFreak/Mihaela said...

ohh. omg i love your hat and that clutch. fabulous.

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CessOviedo said...

wow that store is amazing, loved the LV wish my luggage was like that, loved those leopard shorts you're wearing, and how the pink clutch pops out!

Cess O. <3 The Outfit Diaries

Julia said...

love your rings!

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Julie Khuu said...

Wow, look at all the vintage LV's!!! Holy moly the space looks heavenly...loves me a good mix of fashion and home goods...I've lived here all my life, but have never, ever been to Palm Springs.

Unless Desert Premium Mall outlet in Cabazon counts :D

xo-Julie
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chocolatefashioncoffee said...

love your shorts ! :)

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ThE fAsHiOn WoRsHiPeR said...

Looks like a great store :)

XoXO-Kelli K
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Jennie Nhi Nguyen said...

You always look cute!

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monkeyshines ♥ said...

dandy shorts!

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rachellellizabeth said...

~those shorts! <3
Sounds like a really fun store!

Solineauxfraises said...

Love it !!!!

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Natalie Suarez said...

cute! love it :)

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el armario said...

WOW that shop looks amazing!!! and i like your outfit, so you!!
Kisses
Karen

YinGSaran said...

love your shorts
great photos

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Christine said...

great styling of the window displays, your a natural vsiaul merchandiser! :) that's such a awesome vintage store, too bad I dont live anywhere near LA :( great outfit, love that animal print skirt :)

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InesT said...

Cute hat :)

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Amanda Nguyen said...

This is beyond AMAZING!! first off...I ADORE the oversized sheer button up, bandeau, and leopard print!! the hot pink clutch gives such a nice pop of color!
You were ready for the Palm Springs heat...and yet still looked oh so chic.
I LOVE going to vintage stores and perusing through the collection of items....I would definitely make a trip out of going to visit your friends store....so exciting!!

carrylicious said...

the store looks amazing :D
I really like this blouse combined with the animal printed shorts, stunning look!! :))

xxx carina

nikolina(: said...

I LOOOOOOVEEEEEEEEEE THE LEOPARD SHORTS SO BAD! The pictures are really great too!
KEEP UP THE AWESOME WORK!

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nikolina xxx

raspberry-rouge.com said...

Love the shorts.. Such a great look!!! Will def visit when in town!! XO Rebecca

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Vasilieva said...

these shorts are just so good

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x

monsefuentes said...

Que lindos shorts!

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Ms. Allee said...

Those shorts look perfect on you!* Love how you styled them with the blouse!*

xXx

vanessa74 said...

Perfect outfit and the pics are lovely!!!
xoxo vanessa

sharonlei said...

Hey hun. I'm lovin' this look. It definitely screams summer time chic. :) So perfect in so many ways.

That look like an incredibly fabulous store. It's a bummer that I'm so far away!!

xx Love & Aloha

CINDY NGO said...

you look so pretty, liz! i'm always on your blog for inspiration...

& this place looks like heaven - it's amazing! can't wait to plan my trip to palm springs and definitely check out this place.

loveee your outfit. especially the clutch & sandals. :)

xx,
cins

Joy said...

This is really cool and nifty!

BELLE said...

♥ the jewelry and top

Joanna said...

love the outfit as always!

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Miss Monroe said...

Perfect outfit and thos store is amazing

Laura Who0?! said...

really nice Outfit!


xoxo Laura
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LBVieVintage said...

I would love to visit the Art of Design! My fiance is obsessed with antique rare books, and I with vintage clothing. That sounds like our oasis!

Lauren said...

I am dying over their LV trunks and bags! All the hardware and detailing is so gorgeous on them. And I have been on the look out for leopard shorts, love them.

Laurenlovestoshare

Lulu said...

You look like so nice.I liked your short

Alysson said...

The Art of Design looks fabulous! I LOVE all that LV! XO

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Shervin Nassi said...

I LOVE your eye!!
mega fashion
vintage pics
great work!

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Gawgus things... said...

Wow! What a place. I love the outfit you have on here :) xxx

Kelley Kronic said...

I love your animal printings. That is my favorite thing to wear

DediLovesFashion said...

i absolutely love your outfit.
xo

Taylor said...

I love your outfit, particularly those shoes. This store looks amazing, I will have to check it out sometime.

Kristine said...

I LOVE THE WHOLE OUTFIT!
the sheerness of the top and the animal print skirts are to die for. :D

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Francesca Felix said...

I am really loving that blouse and those shorts. But mostly love the transparency of the blouse
francesca
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Pola said...

I love the way you are wearing the shirt!!! Great photos!!!

SAMANTHA said...

you look amazinggg I love this outfit! awesome white blouse, and I have the zara clutch/wallet it's awesome.


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Sara said...

simply chic!

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Jessie said...

SO in love with the new logo. you look adorable as well. the way you are wearing the shirt is super fantastic.
xx, http://wordbyjessie.com/

Tanya said...

Hi Liz,

I go to Palm Desert all the time! How fun!! The store looks super chic, and I would love to visit when I am there.

It tried to find the address, but can't seem to locate it. Do you mind giving it to me please?

You have a great way of styling, and I find we have similar items. You really pair the femmine and structured really well!

www.theworldismycloset.com

Gal Meets Glam said...

That store looks incredible! So jealous, wish I could go :)

xo Julia
galmeetsglam.com

Lianna J said...

Those shorts are adorable and great store pics!

Michelleesque said...

Oh my my! Looks like I'll need to stop by that store sometime on my way to Palms! :)

michelleesque

OnTheRacks said...

AH this looks like heaven. Can we go vintage shopping in SC this weekend? Pretty please? :)

Brittany - Try It On Me said...

That shop looks fabulous. I love that pile of Louis'! Your blouse is gorgeous too! xo

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Oh! What about this? said...

I wish we had that store here! I'm super jealous. :)

Tabatha
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Shelby said...

that sounds like such a fun trip, and looks like such an incredible shop!! i'd love to find a treasure trove like that, full of unique vintage pieces. maybe i'll visit someday <3shelby

www.makemesparkly.blogspot.com

Rosalinda Tjioe said...

Adore the shoes and pants! I wish there's a vintage store like there near my place! X

http://rosalindatj.blogspot.com

Shasie said...

Wow this looks like an amazing store!! I love the high-waisted animal print shorts, and styled perfectly with the sheer top!

Shasie
Live Life in Style

Alyssa said...

great photos!

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rebel belle vintage said...

I love your top! Simply adorable. That vintage shop looks like such a fun time, are all those LV bags real?! Incredible.

Alyssa
www.etsy.com/shop/rebelbellevintage

jennie Going West said...

DID YOU GET A TAN???

Mywildmess said...

super cute outfit!


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milana2078 said...

At the same time simple and smart style!

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Lauren said...

Gorgeous shorts! What a great little store x

shu84 said...

you are amazing:)

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Mandy said...

Looking perfect as always! X ♥ Mandy (and the name of my blog is: MENNEPEN)

Neris / Fashion Fractions said...

Such a great summery look! Love the blouse! The store looks pretty cool :)

xxx,

Fashion Fractions

l'Oscar revient aux jeunes said...

the store looks amazing :D , you too !

dolceedamara said...

What an amazing collection of Vuittons! Wow!
xoxo
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Tea for Two said...

Love this outfit! Looks so breezy and comfy!

<3 Kristina

www.mycupofteafortwo.blogspot.com

soffisingles said...

great store!

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The doll on fashion said...

Great blouse and hat!

The doll on fashion

RockabillyJunction said...

Absolutely love this shop!

Michelle Lee said...

those louis v's :)

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briannelee said...

Love those shorts!

Colleen said...

What a cool idea! I love that the store combines my two biggest loves of books and fashion. I hope you picked up some cool items!

Elle said...

Love the entire outfit!
xx Elle♥

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federica R. said...

amazing post :)

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KimChicSisters said...

love that hat & clutch! So cute

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kaye said...

I even like the title of this post! Your outfit is stunning :)

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Sammy said...

Love your top and well that shop looks pretty lovely :)

Sam

Tamara S. Putri said...

Adore your shorts!

Tam

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Emy said...

You look gorgeous!! Perfect summer look!! If I ever go there, I'll def pass by:)
xx
Emy

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Alice and Gabriela said...

amazing pics!!

xx
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Jan said...

Wow that's one great outfit!
&That store looks great to me!

nicola said...

Great blog. Dress outfit is just perfect. I love that the store combines two biggest best things books and fashion.

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Travel Light said...

WOW. AMAZING!

True said...

awesome outfit! I have the same hat as well!

- True

http://itstrued.blogspot.com/

Mallory | The Storm in a Teacup said...

This is such a great outfit for shopping. I love the shoes! The store sounds so cool, too.

Kals said...

Quck Q- where are the sandals from? I'm always in the look out for great low-heeled shoes (though you sport some great high heeled ones too!)

Thanks!!

Great outfit:)

La Reina said...

AMAZING!!!

Anusha Outfitter said...

Looks amazing and very well-organized!

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