I've always wanted to go to London. I don't know when this longing began and I don't know exactly why, but London was just my place to be. The English accent, the pastel houses in Notting Hill, the cheeky humor, double decker buses, and red telephone booths -- I wanted everything touristy and I couldn't wait to have it all. So, naturally, as I trekked across Europe this winter, I was sure to book a few days in London. The big question remained, where would I stay during such an iconic trip?

Whenever I travel to a city that is unfamiliar to me, I find it crucial to stay as close to the center of life as possible. It allows you easy access to anything and a sense of comfort in learning the ropes on how to get around. Naturally, the Conrad St. James was the perfect fit! I was so thrilled when they invited me to stay in their stunning hotel in the heart of London. Literally. The Buckhingham Palace and Big Ben are down the street, a major Underground metro stop is across the street, and New Scotland Yard is just around the corner. Even more unique, the Conrad St. James is very creative when it comes to helping guests experience the most out of London. Curious what that could mean? Keep reading below! 

Travel | Grand Hotel Du Palais Royal

What do you call the ultimate combination of warm luxury, a city of romance, and rooftop views of a sparkling Eiffel Tower? It could be called "perfection," but it just so happens to be called Grand Hotel du Palais Royal. Last week, I had the pleasure of spending a night in this stunning, five-star boutique hotel in the heart of Paris. I arrived exhausted after a 10 hour flight and only left with a longing for the day I return. Curious to know what could have happened in just 24 hours here? Keep reading below...

Client Work | Dior

I had the absolute pleasure to work on an exciting collaboration with Dior Beauty and their newest Prestige collection! I was tasked with the challenge to creatively capture what prestige means to me. Naturally, my imagination started rolling. I based my photographs on the concept of weightlessness. My first image (pictured above) incorporates this element as the product drifts away in sweet floral waters. My second image (below) inspires a sense of lifting with the sunrise. And my third image features prestige as soaring among imaginary pink clouds - the ultimate luxury. It was a wonderful experience in creative exploration for this project, and I hope you enjoyed it! All these images were featured on my Instagram (@creativekipi), follow me for more creative captures every day!