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Seasonal/ Travel

Christmas on Nantucket

December 19, 2025, by Celina[zilla_likes]
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Lookbook

Summer Suiting

August 21, 2024, by Celina[zilla_likes]
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Literature

March Reading List

March 27, 2024, by Celina[zilla_likes]
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Lookbook

Snowbody’s Business

February 28, 2024, by Celina[zilla_likes]
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Bustier

Determined Damsel

March 13, 2017,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

I’ve had this vintage Prada bustier for years and have always styled it with edgy outfits. In this look I play on hard and soft with the dominatrix top and the princess tulle skirt. It would pair well with a leather jacket and a fur stole alike. Rebecca and I have a history of shooting…Read More

Belle of the Ball

June 17, 2015,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

I attended a black tie event at the French Cultural Center this past weekend and this was my look for the night. I fell in love with the skirt in Paris for its Dior new-look style, and my Aunt was kind enough to gift it to me. For the evening I paired it with a…Read More

Vacationer

July 1, 2014,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

I re-discovered this cobalt pencil skirt during a recent closet clean out. The petal slit in the front gives it a little extra elegance and it doesn’t ride up without tights. When paired with the polka dot bustier and pink bag I found it looked very much like a ’50s or ’60s vacation outfit. I feel…Read More

Schoolyard Stylist

February 10, 2014,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

You guys know I can’t resist a good plaid. And in this case, the plaid in question is vintage Brooke Brothers. So I really couldn’t pass it up. To tone down the conservative feel of the skirt I added a leather bustier and jacket. Skirt: Thrifted, Jacket: H&M, Bustier: Urban Outfitters, Tights: TJ Maxx, Shoes:…Read More

Sunday School

January 13, 2014,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

In this outfit I wanted to show that almost anything can be made chic with the right styling. This ankle length, wool, plaid skirt is about as far from fashionable as possible. But when paired with moto boots and a leather bustier it becomes a trendy, grunge-inspired look. Bustier: Urban Outfitters, Skirt: OASAP (available here),…Read More

Sunday Snapshots

December 29, 2013,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

From left to right: 1) My family’s traditional Christmas Eve antipasto. 2) Crocket looking quite dapper for the festivities. 3) A guidebook from my parents for my summer trip to Russia. 4) Snow day here in New Hampshire. 5) My penchant for lace continues. 6) A candlelit family meal to celebrate the holiday season.

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I’m Celina, a Boston-based journalist covering food, arts and culture, travel, and more. When I’m not on duty you can find me diving into a new book or gossiping with friends over martinis.

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