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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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Headdress

Maxi-mum Impact

September 12, 2014,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

When I create a look I go all out. It might be all out subtle, or all out classic, but it’s important to me to create a completely cohesive look. So when I pulled out this Grecian-goddess style maxi dress, I wanted to pair it with similarly inspired accessories. Enter the Socrates-would-be-proud laurel crown and…Read More

Lady on Lady

April 25, 2014,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

I love clothes that are a little unexpected. Styling something that seems a little extravagant is always a fun challenge. I was immediately drawn to this dress. It’s not quite an homage to Frida Kahlo (no eyebrows!) but it’s a really interesting piece. I styled it with booties, a leather jacket and a red lip…Read More

Greek Myths

May 24, 2013,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

Knee high gladiator sandals are going to be a huge trend this summer. Now that a few celebrities have been seen wearing them, they’re flooding into the mass market. I purchased these a couple weeks ago and they are officially my favorite summer sandal. I styled these beauties with a white lace dress and floral…Read More

Down by the Seaside

April 25, 2013,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

At the end of my time in the Netherlands the weather in Well began to warm up. On a particularly balmy day I couldn’t help but wear these adorable ice cream shorts. In the past I’ve had trouble mixing prints but I found harmony between the pastel shorts and strong polka dots. Top: Charlotte Russe…Read More

Breezy Bohemian

March 23, 2013,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

I’m obsessed with this vintage maxi dress I picked up in Florence, and Barcelona was the perfect launching pad for the breezy, bohemian look I had in mind. I snapped these photos at Gaudi’s famous Park Güell, a garden complex with architectural details designed by the master himself. I paired the maxi dress with my color…Read More

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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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