Bon Vivant

About Bon Vivant

Bon Vivant is a beloved vintage accessories shop in Palm Springs' Uptown Design District, specializing in mid-century glassware, pottery, jewelry, and home accents. In 2014, the store relocated to the historic Kocher-Samson building at 766 N Palm Canyon Drive — a landmark 1934 structure designed by pioneering modernist architect Albert Frey. The pairing of Frey's early International Style architecture with Bon Vivant's jewel-box collection of 20th-century decorative arts makes for an unforgettable shopping experience.

What Makes Them Special

Bon Vivant has carved out a distinctive niche with deep expertise in mid-century art glass and ceramics. The store is renowned for its collection of vintage Blenko glass, 1930s–60s Italian glass, Scandinavian glass, German porcelain, and California pottery, including early Franciscan dinnerware and coveted patterns like Starburst, Eclipse, and Oasis. The carefully edited selection and knowledgeable staff make this an essential stop for serious collectors of 20th-century decorative arts.

Designers & Brands

The showroom regularly features works by acclaimed designers and manufacturers including:

• Blenko Glass – iconic hand-blown American art glass from West Virginia

• Franciscan Ceramics – prized California pottery including Starburst and Eclipse patterns

• Scandinavian glass studios – vintage Finnish, Swedish, and Danish art glass

• Italian glass masters – Murano and other mid-century Italian glasswork from the 1930s–60s

• Albert Frey – the store itself occupies his landmark 1934 Kocher-Samson building

Visiting the Store

• Address: 766 N Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262

• Hours: Mon, Thu–Sun 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM; Closed Tue & Wed

• Phone: (760) 534-3197

• Online: psbonvivant.com

Bon Vivant is a must-visit for collectors of vintage glassware, California pottery, and mid-century jewelry, all presented within one of Palm Springs' most architecturally significant buildings.