Poppy Gazette: HERE’S WHAT WE’RE DIGGING: VOLUME 130

Hi! What are you up to this week? We made homemade pizzas and drank martinis while shopping obsessively online for new jeans and shoes. The pizza and martinis were a raging success – jeans and shoes…still TBD. Anyway, here’s a few things we’ve been digging lately… 

1. Palm Springs IS the bachelor/ette party capital of the world (ok, maybe not verified, but still). If you happen to be planning a special fete for your bette – we are loving this super-packable balloon set to spruce up your Poppy pad in paradise and show the besties what you’re made of.

2. If you’re like us and always think of things too late, consider this a sign. Maisonette has the most adorable Bailey Bunny newborn set  just in time for Easter. What’s cuter than a newborn? A newborn in a bunny suit of course.

3. If dry January taught us anything, it’s to scour the internet for delicious non-alcoholic cocktails in a can. Enter Parch: A non-alcoholic agave cocktail with 2 flavors – Prickly Paloma and Spiced Pinarita. Both draw inspiration from the lush biodiversity of Mexico, The Sonoran Desert and southwestern US. Yum.

4. “In the cobalt and cream-striped onesie, we have Shrader – an 8-lb Dachsund wearing an XS Picasso Sweatshirt from our fave four-legged purveyor Little Beast.” Now go fetch.

5. Everyone kept telling us that we were insane because we hadn’t yet tried @crumblcookies and then we did and our lives were forever changed. Lucky for you, when you book your stay with us, you’ll be able to run over to the new location in Palm Desert and stuff your face to your hearts content. They. Are. That. Good.

6. This month’s newest Poppy property is a good one – Knott’s Landing. Originally built by the Knott Family (Knott’s Berry Farm) in 1968-1970 as their Palm Springs hideaway, Knott’s Landing is situated in one of Palm Springs most desirable neighborhoods. Step back in time and bask in the wonderful Mid-Century Modern Architecture.

7. Sunscreen envy means 100% Mineral, Broad Spectrum SPF 30 with 20% Non-Nano Zinc, Hyaluronic Acid and Niacinamide sun protection wrapped up in a chic and sunny package. Nécessaire The Sunscreen packs a heavy punch to protect your skin, reduce fine lines and wrinkles and help support the skin’s protective barrier.

8. This year we bought everyone travel journals for the holidays. It’s the perfect way to remind someone to take a moment to themselves, book that long-awaited, much deserved trip and just bask in….well, nothing. Take along this thoughtful travel journal on your next stay with us and find your balance once again.

9. If you’re looking to add some MCM flair to your interior decor, we love this Shaken Not Stirred print by Peter Ruck. Place it over a bar in any room where you socialize for an easy way to bring a little Palm Springs into your everyday life.

10. Did you know that Palm Springs shares many geographical similarities to Morocco? Kind if makes sense why all those Moroccan rugs look so damn good in our mid-century mod homes. If you want a little inspiration and your #shelfiesneed a pick-me-up, try this little number from eclectic fashion-crowd fave book publisher, Assouline.  

That’s all for now…

HERE’S WHAT WE’RE DIGGING: VOLUME 129

Hi! What are you up to this week-end? We finally finished the second season of White Lotus (I know, very late…) and now have consistent and extremely strong pangs to live in Sicily.  Where do you think season three will take place? South America would be fun…or maybe Singapore. Anyway, here’s a few things we’ve been digging lately… 

1. This IS the month of love, but we happen to think wearing rose-colored glassesyear round should be a thing. Sunny dispositions abound to get you through the dredges of winter. Besides, have you ever seen someone wearing them and NOT smiled?

2. Speaking of winter dredges, if you’re in the muck, why not take a page out of Jenny Waltons sartorial page and don a balaclava. They are back this season in a big way and we don’t think you can really go wrong with pink and mohair, right? Winter: elevated.

3. If you haven’t had Jeni’s Cookies In Cream Ice-Cream, we can’t be friends. Super creamy, velvety chocolate and the most dreamy vanilla scent. We are envisioning it now: you’ve booked a stay here and our Experience Experts have your fridge stocked with it upon arrival. Done and dusted.

4. Have you tried Bobbi Brown’s newest venture Jones Road yet? We’ve had our eyes set on the miracle balm for a little while now – half because Instagram told us to, and the other half because who doesn’t love a clean, cruelty-free miracle on their faces? If you’ve tried, give us the deets and send us the reviews!

5. Daydreaming of your Spring ’23 outdoor table fashion for optimal brunches & bubbles with friends? Us too. We love this patterned & striped, block-printed tablecloth from Furnish. Lots of coordinating napkins, placemats, coasters, and tea towels too, so don’t be shy about turning your table full maximalism.

6. Don’t mean to be alarmist, but Modernism Week is fast approaching (Feb. 16-26!) Did you know there’s a 3-step process to doing the event right? Step 1. Take the Poppy Personality Quiz to determine which stays are right for you – bonus points for getting Design Lover. Step 2. Book said perfect stay based on said personality type and Step 3. Buy your tickets for the event. Hurry! 

7. Embarrassed to admit this but, cleansing oil has been a part of our skincare toolbox for a long while now and it’s only as of recent that we started using it for makeup removal on a regular basis (forehead slap). Well, that was a total game changer. But honestly, the real game changer has been the addition of this detoxifying facial oil from Naked & Thriving. Now, its oil cleanse > serum > facial oil > moisturizer with spf > and a face mist finish. Voila, c’est magnifique!!

8. Okay, our favorite present under the tree this year was these coupes from Glassique Cadeau. Not only did they elevate our hosting experience, but they added a certain je ne sais quoi to our lives adn made us feel fclassy, even in our pjs. Might we add…not just for bubbles, think manhattans, martinis and cosmos too.

9. Also fast approaching is Coachella 2023 (April 14-23). Frank Ocean is the headliner and is going to be epic. Passes are on sale now here and you can book your stay here.

10. Have you ever gone to the golf course and thought to yourself “everyone sort of looks the same”. Well us too, and that’s why we are super into these Nike Air Max 90 G NRG golf shoes. If you’re going to gold here in the desert, you might as well add a teeny bit of color and fun, right? 

That’s all for now…

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ONLY THE BEST FOR YOUR BESTIES

There’s no one more tried and true than your best gal pals and we want you to show them some love! We’ve got your ultimate GALENTINES getaway planned and ready – grab your girls and let’s go!

BOOK YOUR STAY
4 bedrooms, plenty of space, pink, loungers, bbq, bocce ball plus space outside for a al fresco dinner

GET PAMPERED
In-house massages and nails by Millies mobile

EAT GOOD FOOD
Reservations highly recommended

TAKE A HIKE
Dry heat, sunshine and waterfalls. It’s spectacular

HAVE A LIGHT LUNCH
Easy peasy sammies, soups and salads

SHOP TIL YOU DROP
Have the Uber drop you off at Trina Turk and walk up and down the strip

HIRE A PRIVATE CHEF
Dinner at the house with catering by the fabulous Desert Dine

CLEAR YOUR WAVES
Connect to your inner goddess with a rooftop soundbath