The London Chase: How I Found the WTAPS x New Balance 2010 at Foot Patrol

Olive and grey WTAPS collaboration sneakers sitting on top of a New Balance shoebox

A Global Hunt for a Coveted Sneaker: The WTAPS New Balance Story Begins My work as CityNomix for Photomo is a constant exploration. I walk, I shoot, I write. My goal is to capture the essence of urban culture, one discovery at a time. This story, however, is more personal. It’s about a quest born Continue reading “The London Chase: How I Found the WTAPS x New Balance 2010 at Foot Patrol”

Is Dover Street Market London a Treasure Trove for Rare Collaborations? A Deep Dive for Sold-Out Sneakers

Cream and dark brown Auralee x New Balance collaboration sneakers displayed on a bright red shelving unit

From Notting Hill Records to a Fashion Labyrinth: The Dover Street Market Mission Fresh from securing a vinyl copy of Noel Gallagher’s legendary performance, *The Dreams We Have as Children*, in a Notting Hill record shop, my journey as CityNomix continued. (You can read about that musical pilgrimage here: Notting Hill Record Shop Chronicles). My Continue reading “Is Dover Street Market London a Treasure Trove for Rare Collaborations? A Deep Dive for Sold-Out Sneakers”

Oasis Vinyl Hunting in London: A Deep Dive into Music & Video Exchange

Copies of Noel Gallagher's 'The Dreams We Have as Children' and a Beady Eye CD sitting in a record store bin with price stickers

The Ultimate Guide to Oasis Vinyl Hunting in London After a reflective pilgrimage to the Royal Albert Hall, where the ghost of Noel Gallagher’s legendary acoustic set still lingers, my journey continued. I was headed to a personal sanctuary: Music & Video Exchange in Notting Hill. This isn’t just another record shop; it’s a place Continue reading “Oasis Vinyl Hunting in London: A Deep Dive into Music & Video Exchange”

A Pilgrimage to the Royal Albert Hall: Chasing the Ghosts of Oasis’s Legendary Gigs

The front of the Royal Albert Hall in London against a cloudy sky. It is a grand, circular building made of red brick and stone, with a large arched window and digital screens displaying event posters at the entrance.

From Museum Mile to a Music Mecca: The Walk to the Royal Albert Hall After immersing myself in the world of design at the Victoria and Albert Museum, I set out on foot towards a place of deep personal significance. My destination was just a short stroll away in South Kensington: the majestic, terracotta-domed sanctuary Continue reading “A Pilgrimage to the Royal Albert Hall: Chasing the Ghosts of Oasis’s Legendary Gigs”

V&A Museum’s Giant Secret: Inside the Jaw-Dropping Cast Courts and Trajan’s Column

A massive replica of Trajan's Column stands in a tall museum hall. The column is covered in detailed reliefs and is illuminated by light from a glass ceiling above.

An Unexpected Detour into a Labyrinth of Wonders at the V&A Museum Travel plans, like London weather, are prone to sudden change. My original mission was to see the David Bowie exhibition at the newly opened V&A East. However, a thorough scan of the official website confirmed my fears: tickets were completely booked, with no Continue reading “V&A Museum’s Giant Secret: Inside the Jaw-Dropping Cast Courts and Trajan’s Column”

Natural History Museum London Guide: Dinosaurs, Blue Whales, and Architectural Wonders

Huge blue whale skeleton suspended from the ceiling in the Hintze Hall of the Natural History Museum in London, with visitors walking below

London’s weather is notoriously fickle. One moment it’s sunny, the next, heavy clouds roll in. But there’s a place in South Kensington that turns even the gloomiest weather into a dramatic backdrop: the Natural History Museum London.After being moved by the handwritten lyrics of the Beatles at the British Library (read about that visit here: Continue reading “Natural History Museum London Guide: Dinosaurs, Blue Whales, and Architectural Wonders”

The British Library & The Beatles: Finding Lennon and McCartney’s Handwritten Lyrics in London

Signage for the Sir John Ritblat Gallery: Treasures of the British Library hanging above a hallway entrance inside the library

Hello, this is CityNomix. After enjoying a delightful breakfast at “Booking Office 1869,” feeling both satisfied and energized, I set off for my next destination in London. My theme for this trip is “Walk, Shoot, Write.” However, at the place I’m heading to now, I’ll be touching upon the very origins of “writing”—specifically, the raw Continue reading “The British Library & The Beatles: Finding Lennon and McCartney’s Handwritten Lyrics in London”

Booking Office 1869 Breakfast Review: Dining Under the St Pancras Sky

Close-up of cut Eggs Benedict on a white plate, with runny orange yolk flowing from the poached egg, topped with hollandaise sauce and black pepper.

There is something magical about waking up in London, especially when you are staying at the St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel. Following a fantastic dinner last night at the hotel’s main dining venue, Booking Office 1869 (where I enjoyed some incredible beers and oysters—read the full dinner review here), I knew exactly where I wanted to Continue reading “Booking Office 1869 Breakfast Review: Dining Under the St Pancras Sky”

Booking Office 1869 Dinner Review: A Walk-In Feast at St Pancras London

Smash burger topped with a large pickle and bacon, served with french fries in a metal cup

When the clock strikes 5 PM in London, the city quickly sinks into a deep ultramarine blue.The wind whipping against the cobblestones signals that it’s time to turn up your collar. I’m CityNomix. Today was a marathon.I started by heading out to the seaside town of Margate in Kent to dig for some rare Stussy Continue reading “Booking Office 1869 Dinner Review: A Walk-In Feast at St Pancras London”

Your Ultimate Guide to Boots UK: The Best Affordable Skincare & Souvenirs in London

Six bottles of Glycerin and Rosewater and a stack of No7 Protect & Perfect Intense Advanced day and night cream boxes on a wooden table

The Blue Glow on a London Evening Dusk settled over St. Pancras Station. The grand, stone facade cast long shadows, and a crisp chill in the air hinted at the coming winter. I was fresh from a successful trip to Marks & Spencer, my bag filled with delightful food souvenirs. But my mission, as CityNomix, Continue reading “Your Ultimate Guide to Boots UK: The Best Affordable Skincare & Souvenirs in London”