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Lausanne, Switzerland

February 5, 2019 by jennifermdarling

As I mentioned in the previous post, Eamon and I flew early morning from Paris to Geneva, then immediately took a train to Lausanne, spent a few hours wandering around there, hopped back on the train to Geneva, walked around there for a few hours, and then boarded a late flight back to Paris that same night. It’s definitely one of the crazier things we’ve done to save money. Do you have any stories similar to ours? Did you think […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: art, budget traveling, fine art, history, Laussane, Nike, photography, sneakerhead, Switzerland, things to do in Lausanne, Travel, travel photography

Snow Day in Kansas City, MO

January 23, 2019 by jennifermdarling

It recently poured snow in Kansas City a few days ago, giving me my first opportunity to see this little town blanketed in winter goodness. The streets were pretty empty, leaving the snow basically pristine (a sight I rarely ever saw in Chicago). We celebrated the snow-weekend like a couple of no good millennials who pay too much for avocado toast. This particular mouthwatering brunch was at one of my favorite KCMO cafes, Banksia. The owners are from Australia, so yes–this […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: art, fine art, Kansas City, midwest, Missouri, Nike, photography, sneakerhead, snow, things to do in Kansas City, Travel

Happy Nike New Year! Celebrating 2018, Moving into 2019

checkin’ a few more items off the good ole gotta-do-this-before-I-die list (2018 edition)

January 8, 2019 by jennifermdarling

It’s that time of year again–when we take stock of big events and personal hurdles. I find it encouraging and exciting to go back through the last 365 days come the first of every January. If you couldn’t already tell, my current pass times of choice are travel, art, music, as well as good food and beer. I’m sure these will change as I mature, but for now, I’ve checked a few more items off the good ole gotta-do-this-before-I-die list. […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: 2018, art, art museum, beer, fashion, fine art, new year, Nike, reflections, sneakerhead, sneakers, Travel, travel photography

Brussels, Belgium during Christmas / for the love of nike

Warning: Beware of Shoe Thieves in Brussels

December 24, 2018 by jennifermdarling

Europe during the holiday season is indeed magical (as you may have seen in my previous post). In that department, Brussels did not disappoint. However, my backpack was stolen there, with about 3 grand worth of photography equipment and a brand new pair of Nikes inside. For just a moment, let’s put that aside to appreciate what the city has to offer besides spending a few hours in a police station where no one speaks English. This is the Grand Place, […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: architecture, art, fine art, history, Nike, photography, sneakerhead, things to do in Belgium, things to do in Brussels, Travel, travel blog, travel photography

81 Stories

December 12, 2018 by jennifermdarling

The Eiffel Tower is the most visited monument on earth. It was built for The World’s Fair in 1889, with the intention of being demolished in 1909. However, this famous structure was saved because the French Navy repurposed it into a giant radio antenna. At 1,063 ft high, The Eiffel Tower held the title of World’s Tallest Building for 41 years. It was dethroned by The Chrysler Building in 1930. Now both those buildings are drawfed by modern construction–but The Eiffel […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: architecture, art, fine art, history, Nike, Paris, photography, sneakerhead, things to do in Paris, Travel, travel blog, travel photography

The Mona Lisa Really Isn’t All That Great

December 10, 2018 by jennifermdarling

Here I am, right out front of the museum that served as a royal palace for more than 2 centuries. Every monarch who called it home expanded the grounds more and more. Eventually, Louis XIV moved his court to Versailles, and the Louvre was never the main royal residence again. It’s transformation to art museum was largely the result of the French Revolution, displaying an impressive collection of art (and a good deal of it was stolen thanks to Napoleon). […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: art, art museum, fine art, history, Louvre, Nike, Paris, photography, sneakerhead, things to do in Paris, Travel, travel blog, travel photography

Denver, You Done Did It Again! Street Art That’ll Make You Smile.

November 19, 2018 by jennifermdarling

I’ve been to Denver countless times. Without fail, I’m always impressed by the growth this thriving city boasts with each visit. After a quick, chilly walk around downtown, I ventured off to RiNo (River North Art District). Whatta neighborhood!! Scroll through the images below and you’ll see a stark difference once I enter this graffiti and brewpub covered part of town. It’s easy to say, this is my new favorite part of Denver. Let your weird hang loose! See a […]

Categories: shoes • Tags: art, Colorado, Denver, fine art, graffiti, Nike, photography, sneakerhead, street art, things to do in Denver, Travel, travel photography

Happy Birthday to Me!!! for the love of nike

Celebrating My 31st Birthday on the 31st Floor

August 25, 2018 by jennifermdarling

It’s my birthday, y’all! Here I am being vain with a buncha pictures of myself in a fun (but old) set of sneakers. What a way to celebrate. Don’t you love coincidences? These photos were shot on the 31st floor.

Categories: shoes • Tags: art, birthday, fashion, fine art, happy birthday, Nike, people, photography, sneakerhead, sneakers, style

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