A Quick Midweek Getaway to Palm Springs

A Quick Midweek Getaway to Palm Springs

The last couple of months have been super busy, fun and productive.  As you know I have been adding new products like jewelry and scarves to our web site recently aswell as working on a new production of spring / summer jackets right now as well.  It keeps me super busy and I want to add more and more items to keep all my customers happy and stylish. I am so glad that the reaction to these new additions to the site has been great. It is fun for me as I am doing something I love and am passionate about, but sometimes when you are doing something you love, you don’t feel the need for down time or relaxation, and it does catch up with you sooner or later when you suddenly realize you need to stop and take a little time off for yourself.

Last week it hit me, and I said to myself;  I need a couple of days off. So my husband and I decided on a quick two day, one night stay getaway to Palm Springs was needed this week.  It’s a little over a 100 miles from where we live and it takes anywhere from 1.5-2 hours by car to get there so it’s the perfect destination for a quick getaway, not to mention the great weather this time of the year when it is not too hot there yet.

We have stayed at many wonderful hotels in Palm Springs like the Viceroy, Korakai Pensione and The Parker which have a great Palm Springs “era” feel about them, so this time we decided to give The Riviera Palm Springs a try.

The Riviera hotel first opened its doors in 1959 and it was a favorite hangout for Frank Sinatra and the “Rat Pack” in the 60’s.  Bob Hope and Sonny and Cher were also among celebrities that performed there regularly as well. The hotel was sold in 2006 and given $70 million modernization to the whole property over the course of a few years. The Riviera re-opened in 2008 and now brings back the glamour and excitement of the halcyon days of the 60’s with renovations that have created a modern “re-mix” of 60’s influences, from oversized crystal chandeliers and vibrant shag rugs, to Andy Warhol pop art and an eclectic blend of retro furnishings mirrors and fabrics and I think it looks and feels amazing.

Basically as soon as we arrived until we left, we were poolside in our bathing suits sipping on the odd Mojito or Bellini, which is why we wanted to get away in the first place.  When we went out that evening for dinner and drinks, I wore my floral asymmetrical printed dress that I love.  I decided to add a tailored men’s vest to this dress to give it a new look.  I normally wear this dress with a little black cardigan, which works well too, but I wanted to try something different so I thought why not a vest over the dress?  I love men’s tailored vests for women and I especially love the idea of mixing the tailored look of this vest with a soft dress.

To finish the look I added one of our delicate and pretty necklaces which comes with matching earrings. It is available on our web site here.

Even though it was short, we had a great time and managed to get some quick R&R to rejuvenate us so we can get back to our daily routine.

Do you have any quick getaways planned and what are your thoughts on my look?

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Vest – H&M (old)

Dress – robbi & nikki (old)

Sandals – Gucci

Bag – Gucci

Necklace and matching earrings– Jacket Society

Sunglasses – Raybans

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Comments

42 responses to “A Quick Midweek Getaway to Palm Springs”

  1. Red Tag Chic Los Angeles Avatar

    We would also run to Palm Springs for that quick R&R – and thanks for a review of the The Riviera gotta check it out next time. And I love how you topped off that easy breezy dress with a quirky vest!

    Best!
    Rebecca
    http://www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Rebecca,
      Thank you so much!

  2. My Midlife Fashion Avatar

    Ooh your couple of days away sounds perfect Nora, I’m like you & continually on the go so stopping &’doing nothing every now & again is a necessity.
    I love the idea of teaming a waistcoat with a feminine dress, in fact this is the second time I’ve seen an outfit accessorised with a waistcoat that I’ve loved so I guess I now need to add one to my wardrobe!
    Jane xx

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Jane,
      I love vests and I am always hunting for them since they are not always available in stores, hope you find one! Thanks so much for stopping by!

  3. Rafaela Avatar
    Rafaela

    Great photos!! The place is amazing!!

    http://fashionwalkinbrussels.blogspot.com/

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Rafaela,
      Yes it is an amazing resort, thanks for stopping by!

  4. Kaz Avatar
    Kaz

    Oh my lord that resort looks DIVINE! Nothing like a mini break to sooth the soul & refresh the brain cells!, hope you & your hubby feel refreshed & re-energised. Love the masculine (with the waistcoat) complementing the feminine (dress)….. happy Easter from Oz

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hello Kaz,
      Yes it was an amazing little getaway, thank you so much for stopping by to comment 🙂 Happy Easter to you and your family as well.

  5. Glenda Avatar

    Nice outfit, indeed! Fits in perfectly with the incredible resort. Palm Springs is a favorite in my family. Lots of quick trips , weekend stays and week long vacations have been had.

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Glenda,
      I know I love Palm Springs as well, and so glad it is so close to be able to run over for a quick getaway. Thank you for stopping by 🙂

  6. Jess Avatar

    Wow!! This looks like a beautiful place to stay Nora! I said to my hubby next year we plan to getaway in Feb when it is kind of humdrum and cold. I love the history of the hotel, I would stay there just because the Rat Pack was there! Love it!! It sounds like an amazing time.
    This is one of my favorite looks, I love the scarf like bottom and flow of this feminine dress and of course your accessories. Stunning!

    Please stop by, jess xx
    http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Jess,
      February sounds like a great month to get away to a warm place, I hope you do it next year. Thank you so much for stopping by 🙂

  7. Dawn Lucy Avatar

    What a gorgeous spot and perfect for a couple of days away! Looking pretty, Nora! Have a good weekend and as always thanks for sharing with Fun Fashion Friday!
    OXOX
    Dawn Lucy

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Dawn,
      Thank you so much Dawn!

  8. Kiki Avatar

    That hotel looks so gorgeous.
    I have to say Palm Springs always fascinated me…I would looove to go there one day.

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Kiki,
      You should definetly go to Palm Springs, its worth a visit. Thanks for stopping by!

  9. Fashionista Momma Avatar

    You always look perfectly polished. Love the dress and I hope your time in Palm Springs was perfect. Thanks for linking up for Style Saturday. xo ~ Megan The Fashionista Momma

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Megan,
      Thank you so much!

  10. Beauty Follower Avatar

    Lucky you… the pool looks great!
    Love the vest & dress combo… so trendy.

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Thank you so much!

  11. Jan Avatar

    That dress is so perfect for Spring!

    -Jan
    janmloves.blogspot.com

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Jan,
      Thank you 🙂

  12. Ada Avatar

    I love the hi-lo light dress styled with the tailored vest. So fresh and unique. Hope you had a fantastic Easter!

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Ada,
      Thank you so much for stopping by!

  13. cvetybaby Avatar

    Aw such a beautiful dress! You styled it perfectly with this vest! Amazing look!
    xx
    cvetybaby.com

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Thank you so much!

  14. J @ Bless Her Heart Y'all Avatar

    Love that dress on you! And those sandals are perfect with it! Sounds like a fun midweek getaway!

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi J,
      Thank you so much!

  15. Abby Avatar

    So jealous you had this getaway! I badly need one. love the irregular hem on your dress too 🙂

    xo,
    Abby of Life in the Fash Lane

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Abby,
      I hope you get to go on your well needed getaway soon, thanks so much for stopping by.

  16. Marta Avatar

    Wow your trip to Palm Springs sounds so fab and the pictures from there are just stunning!! You always look chic and your styling is always so on point Nora, I love everything about this look. Thanks for linking up today also:)
    Marta
    http://www.sweatersstripesandsweets.com

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Marta,
      Thank you so much, the trip was wonderful but short 🙂

  17. Melissa Avatar

    It’s always good to get away. Sometimes the everyday of life gets too much and you don’t even realize.
    I have’d never worn a men’s wear on my outfits but totally love the way you combined it with your dress!
    Melissa

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Melissa,
      Thank you for stopping by, I personally love combining the feminine with masculine.

  18. Janise Avatar

    You look so elegant and classy! Love how you mixed the patterns, very unexpected but easy on the eye! Thank you for sharing your look with #AllAboutYou linkup!!!

    xo,
    Janise
    http://www.MamaInHeels.com

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Janise,
      Thank you so much!

  19. Alena Avatar

    That dress is just fabulous! Love how you styled it with that vest!

    Alena & http://garmentsspeech.blogspot.com

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Alena,
      Thank you so much for stopping by!

  20. Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom Avatar

    That getaway sounds great!! And, you live in such a great area for small getaways like that. I would have been poolside all day, too! This vest is so different over the dress, but I really love it and the necklaces are just the icing on the cake! Great look and very pretty!

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Hi Carrie,
      Thank you so much for stopping by!

  21. Lamoumous.blogspot.com Avatar

    Like the necklace set. And what a nice venue. Thanks for linking up at Who’s Wearing What Wednesdays at Pastries, Pumps and Pi!

    1. JacketSociety Avatar

      Thank you for stopping by!

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