Celebrating our 20th Anniversary
Founded in 2000, Bon Vivant began in Okie Dokie. Okie Dokie was the first antique and collectibles mall in Palm Springs to feature mid-century modern. In 2002, we moved to the Palm Canyon Galleria and grew from a small space to a central larger space. In 2013, we moved into our current location, the historic Albert Frey “Kocher Samson” building. The “Kocher Samson,” built in 1934, was the first modern International style building in Palm Springs.
Harley
Harley is Bon Vivant’s store cat. We like to say he came with the store as he started to come in everyday when we moved into our current location. In 2017, his owners moved away and we adopted him. He lives in Bon Vivant. He has his own Instagram hashtag: #harleythepalmspringscat
The Parker Hotel
In 2002, Jonathan Adler came to Palm Springs to design and furnish the Parker Hotel. He purchased glass bottles from the 1960-70s, which became a signature look for the hotel’s lobby along with other decorative accessories for use in the lobby, suites, and dining room. We continue to offer a wide selection of vintage glass.
Owls
Many people ask “why owls? We have always had a wide selection of owl figurines in glass, ceramics, metals, and wood. Our owl necklaces and pins are vintage 60s and 70s. Owls were a theme in the 70s. During the 70s, the combination of the oil embargo and high inflation became very trying for people. Owls became a symbol of wisdom and seeing through the dark. In the 70s, owls were also on fabrics, wallpapers, and made with macrame. One cannot recall the 70s without thinking of an owl.
Blenko Glass
Blenko Glass in 2019 celebrated their 125th anniversary. We have been Blenko dealers since 2003. We have vintage and new Blenko glass.
California pottery
We have specialized in California pottery for over thirty years. Franciscan ware is one of our favorites and is featured in our store. We have early Franciscan dinnerware and art ware from the 1930s & 1940s to the ever popular 1950s Eclipse shape patterns Starburst and Oasis.
We also have figurines and art ware from other California potteries, including Kay Finch and Sascha Brastoff.
Italian ceramics and glass.
Bitossi to Fratelli Fanciullacci, the earthenware ceramics from Italy from the 50s & 60s add a fabulous touch to any modern interior. We have a wide assortment of Italian glass from the 50s to the 70s including Murano glass.
Scandinavian glass and ceramics
Aluminia Baca and Tenera are two of Royal Copenhagen’s designs which are complimentary to any mid-century designed interior. We have Royal Copenhagen figurines in modern designs from the 1930s to the 90s. We have iconic vintage Scandinavian glass designs from all popular makers.
Rosenthal and German porcelains
We specialize in Rosenthal china from vases to coasters, white and black porcelains, decorated and glazed only. Artist designed Rosenthal include artists and designers Emilio Pucci, Bjorn Wiinblad, Bele Bacham, Raymond Peynet, and more. We also have porcelains from other German companies such as Kaiser from the 50s to the 70s.
Vintage jewelry
From cuff-links and tie bars to necklaces and bracelets, we specialize in costume jewelry and handmade studio pieces from 60’s through the 80s.