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Santa Barbara

August 14, 2018 by jennifermdarling

Holy Smokes, did I love walking the streets of Santa Barbara! The Spanish architecture, ginormous palms, and wealth of succulents, all framed by the Santa Ynez Mountains and the sea are enough to make anyone swoon, really. Where did all this Spanish flair come from, you ask? Well, I’ll tell ya! We have proof that this beautiful spot along the coast has been inhabited for the last 13,000 years. The earliest known tribe to call it home are known as […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: architecture, California, history, Nike, people, photography, Santa Barbara, sneakerhead, things to do in Santa Barbara, Travel, travel blog

Hollywood Blvd

August 7, 2018 by jennifermdarling

I’ve never spent time in Hollywood, until now. It’s funny to visit a place you’ve seen countless times in TV and in movies: the Walk of Fame, the Chinese Theater, and the sign posted clearly in the hills just in case you forget the name of the joint. I have to admit, it’s dirtier than I imagined, and just as crowded as I thought it’d be. But I found a little oasis in The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel. It was built […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: fashion, history, Hollywood, Nike, people, photography, sneakerhead, Things to do in Hollywood, Travel, travel blog, travel photography

Venice, California / for the love of nike

ohhh! That’s why it’s called Venice.

July 31, 2018 by jennifermdarling

To the west of Los Angeles lies the vibrant beachfront neighborhood of Venice. For many years, it was an independent city–until merging with LA in the 1920s. Today, it’s home to many artists, mystics, performers, and folks hoping to live close to the city center. It’s eclectic and terrifically odd. Walking the promenade along the ocean feels like you’re at a circus and an art show, all in one. For the first time, I got the chance to wander around […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: art, artist, California, culture, fine art, gentrification, history, Nike, people, photography, sneakerhead, things to do in Venice California, Travel, venice

The Chicago River Walk

July 10, 2018 by jennifermdarling

I’ve been back to Chicago a few times since I moved last year, but this was the first time I got to fully enjoy the new River Walk. I have to say, I’m really impressed. If you’re visiting for the first time, don’t miss out on this new aspect of the city. While you’re at it, hop on the Water Taxi for a quick for a cheap boat ride and an expedited view of the layout. In the background of […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: art, Chicago, fine art, Nike, people, photography, sneakerhead, sneakers, things to do in chicago, Travel, travel blog

Sunny Seattle

July 3, 2018 by jennifermdarling

Sunny Seattle: those words sound as though they don’t belong together. I’ve visited the beautiful city many times, and this trip was so beautiful and the weather was so pleasant–it felt like a different place. Where I Stayed: The Westin My Favorite Meal: The Premium Sushi Omakase at Shiro’s Sushi My Favorite New Brewery: Cloudburst and Fremont My Favorite New Beer Shop: TeKu Tavern Best Quick Tourist-y Thing to Do: The hour long harbor tour with Argosy You Can’t Miss: Pike Place Market, […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: art, beer, fine art, foodie, Nike, photography, Seattle, sneakerhead, sneakers, things to do in seattle, Travel, travel blog, travel photography

2+ Weeks in California

April 17, 2018 by jennifermdarling

I recently spent over 2 weeks in California for work. (If you’re into this blog, and you aren’t following my other blog–check out on instagram or wordpress.) It was grueling and so insanely fun. Take the quick tour with me below at some of my favorite spots we shot: 1.) Galt, California 2.) Nevada City, CA 3.) Grass Valley, CA 4.) Lake Tahoe 5.) Homewood Ski Resort 6.) Five Marys Farm in Fort Jones I wore my Nike ACG Boots, pictured […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: California, Lake Tahoe, nature, Nike, photography, sneakerhead, the great outdoors, things to do in California, Travel, travel blog, travel photography

The Dirty D

April 10, 2018 by jennifermdarling

After years and years of visiting Detroit for work, I finally got the chance to give the Motor City a decent run through. I ate and drank so much deliciousness. Here’s what I got up to: Stay at the Aloft Brunch at Grey Ghost Astro Coffee Walk around Corktown, see the old train station Drinks at Hop Cat Dinner at Selden Standard Walk around the downtown shops Drinks at Jolly Pumpkin Brewery Thai food at Takoi Drinks at Batch Brewing […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: art, beer, Detroit, fine art, food, food porn, Michigan, photography, sneakerhead, sneakers, things to do in Detroit, Travel, travel blog, travel photography

A Weekend in Palm Springs

March 27, 2018 by jennifermdarling

I recently spent the weekend with some girlfriends in Palm Springs for one of my dearest friend’s 30th birthday. It went by quick and it was a blast. We stayed in an awesome Airbnb, where we lounged by the pool most of the time. One morning, we went to The Parker Hotel to eat at Norma’s and for dinner we had pizza at Birba. As for the city itself, the streets are lined with midcentury modern homes and cool desert colors. There […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: art, California, fashion, fine art, Nike, Palm Springs, photography, sneakerhead, sneakers, things to do in palm springs, Travel, travel blog, travel photography

The Pancake Rocks in New Zealand / for the love of nike

Rocks that look so good, you could eat them.

February 20, 2018 by jennifermdarling

Punakaiki, a small community on the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand, is home to the Pancake Rocks. It was my first stop right off the ferry from the North Island. The photo directly below gives you a glimpse into what it’s like driving in NZ. Believe it or not, this is a two way road…and yes…this is a major highway. The Pancake Rocks are extremely eroded limestone–creating a pancake stack like effect. The place is also […]

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