28 Spring Buys Straight Out of Slim Aarons’ Palm Springs

There's something about Palm Springs that makes me want to cosplay as a '60s housewife every time I visit. Perhaps it's the city's mid-century modern architecture, vintage shops filled with groovy prints, or Frank Sinatra lore. Or maybe it's movies like Don't Worry Darlingthat glamorize Palm Springs' retro heyday, or photographers like Slim Aarons who immortalized sun-soaked scenes of poolside leisure. It's probably all of the above.

In January 1970, Aarons took a series of now-iconic photos of the Kaufmann House. The impeccably dressed women wore crochet crop tops, bug-eyed sunglasses, bright yellow two-piece sets, wide-brim sun hats, and floral minidresses. Not to be left out, the men donned printed blazers, crisp linen shirts, and white loafers. Over 50 years later, the photos are still the blueprint for Palm Springs style. And gleefully, the vibe is the antithesis of cliché Coachella outfits. Scroll down to shop my favorite retro-inspired clothes and accessories for spring 2026.

Hunza G

Square Neck Swim in Sunflower

Fashion people adore Hunza G swimsuits.

MANOLO BLAHNIK

Moremu 50 Raffia-Trimmed Leather Mules

Not your average summer sandals.

Reformation

Eliana Two Piece

This two-piece set is the pinnacle of retro chic.

ALIGNE

Connie Round Neck Linen Top

I promise: a pop of green will enhance your summer closet.

Marlies Grace

Exclusive Ocean Cotton Mini Dress

H&M always comes through with wallet-friendly options.

Lele Sadoughi

Oleander Stud Earrings

These pastel pink earrings are too cute.

MANGO

Long Asymmetrical Cape Dress

This dress is begging to be worn to a summer wedding.

FAITHFULL

Olivia Broderie Anglaise Peplum Top

Haven't you heard? Peplums are back!

This top is giving me '60s vibes.

Yellow The Label

Danielle Buckled Dress

Why not add some cheery yellow to your wardrobe this summer?

Linda Farrow

Celia Sunglasses in Truffle

Linda Farrow's sunnies are so glam.

Reformation

Malika Linen Top

Reformation does it again.

H&M

Pointelle-Knit Beach Dress

RSVP to that pool party and wear this.

CHRISTOPHER ESBER

Palmira Ruched Cutout Floral Brocade Mini Dress

Lime green never looked so good.

Posse

Exclusive Polly Striped Cotton T-Shirt

Wear this striped top with your favorite denim shorts.

By Malene Birger

Strawilla Paper Bucket Hat

H&M

Motif-Detail Mesh Dress

H&M

Asymmetric Crochet-Look Top

This sheer top will look perfect poolside.

Leo Lin

Mckayla Off-The-Shoulder Top

Candy stripes are always a good idea.

Reformation

Waldena Block Heeled Mules

Don't sleep on Reformation's shoe selection.

MARTA FERRI

Angera Belted Open-Back Cotton-Blend Brocade Maxi Dress

This will look chic whether you're in Palm Springs or Pittsburgh.

Reformation

Calista Slingback Heels

Old-fashioned in a good way.

JENNIFER BEHR

Chaya Gold-Tone Enamel Earrings

Wear these with your favorite white dress.

JACQUEMUS

Le Petit Turismo Shoulder Bag

Rixo

Daphne Earrings in Blue Turquoise

Reformation

Dusk Knit Top

This knit top can be styled a million different ways.