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What I Wore Where ... All White and Layered Statement Necklaces

 



We were out and about this weekend
so of coursed I styled my outfit for the occasions!
We were heading to 
and 
A Fabulous Vintage Market!

So I wanted an outfit that would hit the mark
for both!

I chose to go with all white separates
so I could really show off my
Layered Signature Necklaces





I reworked some of these beauties last week
mainly refreshing some of the nautical charms.

I do all of my 
charms with lobster claw clasps
for maximum versatility!

This way I can move them around
or even take them off
depending on the feel I'm going for.
I can also make charm bracelets with them 
on a whim!


With clasps
the charms don't have to live their life on just one piece of jewelry.


I really appreciate the versatility
because many of the 'charms'
I've made from pieces of 
my late Mother's jewelry
so they are very sentimental to me!

But also
charms with clasps 
mean you can style as many different looks
as you want!




I was so happy with how the necklaces
layered so nicely together!
Layering necklaces
is another way to 
maximize versatility with your accessories!
For lunch at 
Fashion Island
I finished my look with a white fedora.




We stopped for lunch at one of my favorites
Neiman's always gives me that 
Breakfast at Tiffany's 
feelings.




I always order the classic
orange souffle  with chicken salad.
It's not on any of the menus any more
But if you ask
it's still available!




We were at Fashion Island 
to check out the opening of the new
VEA Hotel
across the street.
We did a quick walk around
It seemed nice
but will require more time spent there.





Next we were off to our main destination for the day ...




A new vintage market
at a 
New Coffee spot!

The market was hosted by the fabulous Johanna of 
 a Stylist, Vintage Curator and Creative!


I have followed her for years
and I am a big fan of hers!
You can find her here on Instagram





And  I am always on the lookout for new coffee destinations!

is a great new find!

They are a 
Single Origin Coffee Roastery
 and
 Tasting Room

It's a beautiful building
where you can actually see the roasting process
and 
the coffee is really incredible!





For the Vintage Market
I swapped out the fedora for 
a turban
since the market was inside.

My bag for the day was a slouchy woven bag with flecks of gold.
I wanted to add a grounded beachy vibe to the outfit.

For shoes I wore my very favorite shoe right now
a rattan pointy flat with pearl buckle embellishment.
It I designed shoes
these would be in my collection!
i love them so much I ordered a second pair from HERE





Sentiment I can agree with
but for me I think I would rearrange the order.
Some how my morning coffee ritual
really jumpstarts the
thinking and creativity!





An afternoon of great coffee
and 
treasure hunting
always makes for a great afternoon 
in my book!









Since we were in the area
Jeff wanted to stop at another vintage store
where they sell both vintage and new apparel.





I was amazed at the beautifully curated collections
known to be both
country and rock and roll!






Well that concludes my
What I Wore Where
day outing with my 
Layered Signature Necklaces.

~~~ My accessory tips I leave you with ~~~

Add clasps to you charms
for maximum versatility.

~~~

Layering Necklaces
makes new looks form old.


Thank you ever so much 
for stopping by for a visit!





As always my friends

I wish you love and joy
as you style your life





















Dive Palm Springs


 
Jeff and I 
Celebrated our 34th Anniversary
at the beautiful




Located on 
East Palm Canyon 
in the historic 

It is an intimate property with 11 rooms
 three distinct garden areas
within the walled courtyard.

Originally built in 1954
as the Sunrise Villa apartments
It has been artfully restored 
in a manner that respects the bones of the past
with fresh swaths of modern design sensibility!




Just walking onto the  property
you feel embraced 
by the mature lush landscaping and garden areas.

It  feels like the rush of a safe embrace
being secluded in  such beauty.




A 15 foot bench encircles the majestic palms
that grounds the property
in Palm Springs history.




It's the modern furniture touches
that bring in not only intimate gathering spaces
but so many
Instagram worthy backdrops.




And then
the gorgeous and historic 
Libott Pool
reveals itself!

In the 1950's Libott was the premier pool builder in 
Palm Springs.
the entire pool bottom is covered in
white porcelain tiles!
It's a beauty
especially when in the pool!
No rough concrete on your feet
just brilliant white tiles!





And of course I packed for 

Sometimes I pick locations for what I want to 
Wear
sometimes I style my wardrobe
for where I want to 
go.

This time packing was all about
Palm Springs Glamour!





My 
harkened back to 
Palm Springs heyday.

This is one of my favorite personal creations.
I have continually added broaches over they years
Most notably 
some of my late Mother''s recently.

If your interested in making your own
I did a post years ago 


My
 vintage Frank Olive straw hat
not only speaks
Palm Springs glamour loud and clear
even more importantly
it added another layer of sun protection
in the desert sun.

Both bold accessories
set off my white cotton sundress from
beautifully.
this one is currently out of stock
but you can get the ensemble concept
I am creating.




Now to the 
bright spacious room!
The open beamed ceiling 
are the perfect backdrop for the 
 furnishings!
Handsome husband not included!




I just adore the open minimal feeling in the room.
and 
especially 
the evocative original mural

I also love a room that speaks perfectly
with my personal
Accessories
like my vintage Kate Spade straw bag.




And of course if you know me
A Hat Wall
is always speaking my language!

My favortite
and 
woven bag
felt especially at home in the room!





I love the bathroom design 
as well.

From the white slatted  wood walls
to the penny tile
mixed with luxurious vertical tiles.

A design mix that exalts the past
with a fresh modern functionality!

It pretty much sums up 
the design ethos of the property!




Need a shaded area for a break from the sun
most rooms come with 
a private back courtyard!




For me
it was all about 
the pool!

I had planned our trip
with plenty of looks for 
going out and about in 
Palm Springs.

But when it came down to it
nothing could beat 
time at the pool!

We arrived on a Sunday
so weeven had the pool to ourselves
for a bit!






currently has an outdoor kitchen
with a chef/ bartender on site.
Which means  ....






A beautiful hotel
with
gorgeous lush landscaping
stunning pool
perfect mezcal margaritas
the warm sun 
and a
handsome husband.



Anniversary Memories
at their best!





Then we added in getting
Glammed Up
for a night at one of our always favorites
the iconic





Palm Springs
 always feels like a
bring all 
the glamour 
you got destination
to me!


Glamour with 
a casual
SoCal twist!


My sequin Free People dress
that I got for a song on sale a few years back 
has been just waiting patiently in my closet
for the perfect time 
to come out and play!


As has my feather jacket.
Another player I've had for years.
I bought it from Beholden
and 
I'm currently in love with it!


An easy wooden slip on shoe
grounds the look with a 
 casual SoCal vibe.


My best and easiest
Palm Springs Style Advice
besides a
 huge Sun Hat


A Turban
and 
Bold Sunglasses!


A Turban
will take you from the pool
to 
instant glam
just by putting it on!
I really don't like taking the time for
hair and makeup when I travel.
I do as little as I can get away with!





Oh how I love 
a 
Perfect Sartorial Moment!

When a 
Fabulous Outfit
meets the perfect 
Travel Location!


Moments like these
are what this
Fashion Accessory Designer
Dreams are made of!!





This man is also 
what dreams are made of!

Sure we have had our difficuties
over the last 34 years
but I couldn't be more proud of the both of us
for not only weathering our storms
but coming out the stronger for it.


I often think of wanting to tell 
my high school self
You ended up with a 
great life
my dear!

Those heartbreaking nights
of no prom dates
were never a precursor of a life to come
even though I had my fears!



Neither was not having a boyfriend for years.


Trust me
when the time is right
you will find 
a wonderful, wonderful 
life partner
is exactly how I would reassure my younger self!





I am so Grateful
Jeff and I
are still doing 
Life Together.


And 
The Best is yet to Come!




Now
 back to the fabulous 


where the pool never closes
at this adults only property.





Which means
 a little leg dip
after a night out
was in order
for this
 pool obsessed woman!
(Not to worry
no feathers were wetted!)





What a luxury
to get up in the morning
and 
walk out a few steps
to arrive back at the fabulous pool!


Breakfast came with our stay
so it was once again
all about 
Pool Time!







We had such a wonderful time at 
Dive Palm Springs 
we decided to extend out stay!




Especially since there were more areas to investigate.
Like 'the Orchard'
with old growth citrus
day beds and hanging chairs for two!




We met so many interesting people
sitting around the fire at night.




One of the beauties of the
Dive Palm Springs
is that this intimate property
allows you spaces to stay private
or 
opportunities
to socialize.


It's your choice.

We chose both.

It was all wonderful!


 


By now you can tell
we had such a great stay at 


I would highly recommend a stay!


Thank you so much for visiting the blog today!
I always appreciate hearing from you!





As always my friends

I wish you love and joy
as you style your life