Weekly Walkable Roundup: June 22-29, 2025
There’s something grounding about returning to the same streets with fresh eyes. It’s not about going far—it’s about going with intention. That’s where this series comes in.
Each week, I share a simple mix: one place that caught my eye, one walk shaped by a small theme—sometimes a color, sometimes a mood or a detail—and one prompt you can carry into your own walk, wherever you are.
Whether you’re wandering through Salt Lake, Provo, or somewhere else entirely, I hope this helps you slow down and see your city differently.
Walkable Find of the Week: Vintage Drift
📍 265 E 900 S Unit B, Salt Lake City
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Some shops you stumble across accidentally & others you’re drawn to. That was the case with Vintage Drift, a vintage boutique tucked into 900 South in Salt Lake City.
The shop feels warm, grounded, and full of personality. They describe their selection as “seasonally curated vintage for all genders,” and it shows. The racks are thoughtfully arranged, not overcrowded. You’ll find bold statement pieces and quiet basics living side by side, with texture and tone guiding the display more than trend or season.
What I really love, though, is how the shop feels to be in. The music is good. The lighting is soft. It’s a space that invites lingering—like the vintage version of a slow scroll, but in real life.
Shops like this make neighborhoods feel walkable—not just because they’re physically accessible, but because they feel open, approachable, and human. They give you a reason to pause your walk, step inside, and see what you find.
Pro tip: Vintage Drift is just a short walk from the 900 S TRAX station or easily reachable by bike. It’s part of a small stretch of businesses that are perfect for a lazy afternoon loop.
This Week’s Themed Walk: Font Walk at 9th & 9th
This week, I picked a theme for my walk: fonts.
A font walk is exactly what it sounds like. You go for a walk, and instead of looking for destinations, you look for letters. You start noticing how a place speaks visually, even before you read the words.
I wandered around the 9th & 9th neighborhood and let signage guide the way.
At Pizza Nono, I spotted a clean modern sans serif—minimal, confident, and effortlessly cool.
Mochi Kids had a bold, bubbly typeface that practically shouted “Come on in!”
Pie Fight featured a handwritten chalkboard menu that read like a note from a friend.
Spilled Milk used a fun cursive script that felt full of whimsy and warmth.
And over at Diver, I spotted a perfectly playful font that feels like a handwritten whisper.
Once I started noticing fonts, I couldn’t stop. They were everywhere—chalkboards, decals, flyers, business cards, even stenciled utility box labels. It wasn’t about the words themselves. It was about how they were written. How each one shifted the tone of the street.
That’s what I love about themed walks like this. You don’t need to go far. You don’t need a destination. Just a lens to notice what’s already around you.
Walking Prompt
Wanna try it? On your next walk, pick a street, any street, and start paying attention to the letters. What’s the mood? What’s the style? Which fonts feel fresh and intentional, and which ones feel like quiet leftovers from another time?
You might just spot a new favorite corner—or at the very least, a sign that makes you smile.
Final Steps
The best walks don’t require a plan—just presence. This city is full of quiet details: a storefront full of secondhand stories, a chalk sign with perfect lettering, a font that feels like a mood. All you have to do is pay attention.
So next time you step outside, consider choosing a small theme and seeing where it leads you.
For more walkable prompts, visual ideas, and local finds, follow along on TikTok.
🗺 Printable walk guides are coming soon!
