Chiquita Chic

I woke up early this Sunday feeling so refreshed, a little dare I say actually sunkissed and reliving my Palm Springs getaway over an iced vanilla latte. It was such a fabulous and fun filled few days, full of laughs, good food, pretty drinks and amazing photo ops that were much needed for this tired Girl Boss soul!  So many cute photos in fact, there were too many moments to post.  I actually found myself putting down my phone to opt for a much needed technology break.  Maybe too many hours laying poolside were to blame but coming from the girl who usually takes 30 minutes to pick a filter, this was the perfect time to disconnect.

Even better than disconnecting was strategically packing playful frocks to complement my Palm Springs rendezvous, where really anything goes.  A few months ago, I purchased the coveted Cult Gaia Ark bag which has now exploded all over social.  For me, it was truly love at first sight for this perfectly constructed wood being as it reminded me of my grandmother.  ML had a basket bag she found on a trip to Martha's Vineyard and when I saw this round Cult version, in true Tay fashion, I had to have it.    ​

​I spent our first night indulging in a few frozen strawberry slushies and my girlfriend found the perfect spot to not only show off the curves of my Ark bag but an off the shoulder maxi with complementary colors of the rainbow Saguaro hotel. Even the woven poolside accessories played into our color scheme.  I felt very Chiquita-banana chic and threw on a black Western inspired belt to add some shape from Asos.

Dinner night #1 was at the Purple Palm which was funny because we intended to visit the Purple Room, where apparently Frank Sinatra frequented back in the 60's.  The Purple Palm was an adorable oasis tucked into the chic Colony Palms hotel.  We had a table outside overlooking the pool and immediately, were swept away.  My cocktail order, the Purple Rose.  If you visit the Purple Palm restaurant, do yourself a favor and order the Scallop Tiradito Sashimi and Crab Fritters.  I wish I caught a snap!    

​​The peaceful ambiance was the perfect kickoff to our mid-week getaway!    

Stay tuned for more #flashesofdelight as I attempt to conquer a major case of the Sunday blues.