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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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Pattern Mixing

Nautical Necessities

November 6, 2017,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

The weather in Boston has been unseasonably warm (thanks, Global Warming!) so I’ve been taking the opportunity to use the last of my light weight outfits. This pattern mixing ensemble is one of my favorites. It feels a little bit New Englander, a little bit Parisian, and a whole lot of ladylike.  All my New…Read More

Rain, Rain Go Away

June 1, 2017,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

It’s been a dreary start of spring here in Boston, heavy on the rain and light on the sunshine. I’ve been making the sartorial best of it by mixing bright patterns with contrasting textures. These leather pants play on the silk jacket and my knit sweater creating subtle visual interest. This outfit is perfect for…Read More

Peplum and Print

April 21, 2012,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

I’ve been wanting to try out the peplum trend for a while but I hadn’t found the right piece. When I spotted this striped peplum shirt at TJ Maxx I knew I had to have it! The back is sheer with a polka dot pattern. Shirt: TJ Maxx Skirt: H&M Belt: Forever21 Shoes: Christian Siriano…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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