Category: Shopping

  • Shields Date Garden Gift Shop

    Shields Date Garden Gift Shop

    780225 CA-111
    INDIO

    Tchotchkes and spices and candies, oh my! This gift shop, located at Shields Date Garden, is bursting at the seams with all manner of date ephemera (including the company’s beloved date crystals), but there is plenty more to be had, such as t-shirts, books, mugs, magnets, signs and a plethora of retro novelty items. Reminiscent of the roadside stands of yesteryear, you’ll also find nostalgic games (Highway Bingo, anyone?) and plenty of other trinkets to keep kids busy on long car rides. It’s a must-stop when in town.

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  • Madison Gardens

    Madison Gardens

    48575 MADISON STREET
    INDIO

    This longtime Valley nursery (it originally opened in 1979!) was recently acquired by new owners and given a full-blown glow-up. The 4-acre garden center features flowers, plants, and cacti of every size, shape, and color, a plethora of pretty pots, a conservatory with gorgeous displays, a coffee kiosk with a sunny patio, an arrangement bar, and a high-end gift shop. When it comes to all things flora and fauna, Madison Gardens has you covered!

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  • Modern Hippie Interiors

    Modern Hippie Interiors

    49870 JEFFERSON STREET, SUITE 104
    INDIO

    This high-end gift shop/design studio is endlessly charming! Stocked with highly unique, upscale gifts and décor, this is the place to head when on the hunt for a present for that hard-to-buy-for friend. Offering everything from cards to candles to pillows to furnishings to whimsical accessories, there’s something for everyone here. The boutique also provides professional interior design services for those seeking to re-create Modern Hippie’s stylishly warm ambiance at home.

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  • Mimi & Rae

    Mimi & Rae

    78010 MAIN STREET, SUITE 101
    LA QUINTA

    Catering to a young professional demographic (an innovative and much-needed concept in the Coachella Valley!) with a “West Coast minimalist chic” aesthetic, this boutique’s offerings are sophisticated, stylish and shockingly affordable. From basics like classic tees and jeans to upscale cocktail dresses and even festival attire, the mother-and-daughter-owned shop is chock full of adorable options (most selected from female-owned, Los Angeles-based lines), and the inventory is updated regularly, so stepping inside is always a new experience!

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  • Coco Rose

    Coco Rose

    78065 MAIN STREET, SUITE 102
    LA QUINTA

    Bright, colorful and sourced mainly from Bali, Coco Rose features some of the area’s most beautiful goods. Started by a mother-daughter team who vacation regularly on the Indonesian island, the establishment stocks necklaces, bracelets, earrings, purses, hats, cover-ups, dresses, home décor and other bohemian treasures – many handmade by Balinese artisans. It’s a great place to pick up presents for jewelry-obsessed friends. The company also has numerous sister shops in the area, so you’re never far from a Coco Rose fix anywhere in the Valley!

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  • Roam.E Boutique

    Roam.E Boutique

    78010 MAIN STREET, SUITE 106
    LA QUINTA

    A delightful clothing, jewelry, gift, and card shop with a decided farmer’s market vibe, this newish spot (it opened in 2022) boasts a splendid selection of fashionable finds, many hand-crafted by local vendors and artists. Attractively arranged, reasonably priced and geared toward the desert’s younger set, Roam.e Boutique is an extremely welcome addition to the desert’s shopping scene.

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  • Old Town La Quinta

    Old Town La Quinta

    78100 MAIN STREET
    LA QUINTA

    With a bevy of restaurants and shops, as well as a fabulous Sunday morning farmer’s market and monthly art show, one can easily while away countless hours at this charming plaza. My favorite stores are detailed individually below, but additional not-to-miss spots include Main Street Coffee (featured in my Coffee section above), Stuft Pizza (listed in my Happy Hour section), La Quinta Olive Oil Company, and elizabeth & prince.

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  • La Quinta Resort Gift Shop

    La Quinta Resort Gift Shop

    49-499 EISENHOWER DRIVE
    LA QUINTA

    While pricey (as all hotel gift shops tend to be), there are some great finds here, including many unique desert-related items and handcrafted wares. The inventory of Coachella Valley-related books is especially vast, with a heaping of landscaping, cooking, and design tomes that will satisfy anyone looking to learn more about the area and/or hoping to incorporate some of Palm Springs’ fab desert aesthetic into their own homes.

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  • Jadabug’s Kids Boutique

    Jadabug’s Kids Boutique

    78377 CA-111
    LA QUINTA

    If it’s toys, clothes or games for kids you’re after, JadaBug’s is the place to be! A children’s wonderland, the sprawling store offers a bright inventory of the chicest clothing for little ones (I often find myself wishing some of the dresses came in my size!), educational toys and an entire wall of softer-than-soft stuffed animals. This is also the spot to head if you’re in need of any child-related rentals while in town, including cribs, strollers, car seats, etc. JadaBug’s is a one-stop shop for parents, grandparents and anyone with littles in tow! And for those in the market for more bargain buys, there’s a sister shop, JadaBug’s Elite Repeat, just three doors down featuring “gently used” kids’ clothing, maternity attire and more.

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  • Kitchen Kitchen

    Kitchen Kitchen

    74-945 CA-111
    INDIAN WELLS

    If it has to do with cooking and it’s not in here, maybe it doesn’t exist! This longtime Coachella Valley staple was founded in 1979, remains family-run today and is chock full of every kitchen item known to man. Although the customer service is unparalleled and the selection massive, the prices rival Amazon! I don’t even like to cook, and I can’t seem to walk out without purchasing something! Also offering a plethora of classes and special events, there is literally something for everyone at Kitchen Kitchen!

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