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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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Purse

Suspended Animation

January 13, 2020,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

Playing with texture in this look by pairing the leather dress with a ribbed turtleneck. It provides a little extra coverage and some visual interest to the outfit. Paired with a printed bag and tights, you could wear this look anywhere!  I’m also featuring this InvisaWear necklace from my 2019 Holiday Guide. When you press…Read More

Traveling Abroad with Baggallini

September 12, 2018,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

One of my biggest challenges in preparing for my pilgrimage to Russia was choosing a bag. Security is high so you’re not allowed into big national sites with a backpack. But I needed to be able to carry my camera equipment and essentials. Pick pockets were also at an all-time high in the wake of…Read More

Sunday Snapshots

November 27, 2016,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

From left to right: 1) Living in the galleries, per usual. 2) Tools of the trade. 3) Coordinating coffee cups and books. 4) Thanksgiving treats. 5) Ballet season. 6) The only thing I love more than looking at art is watching other people look at art.

Sunday Snapshots

August 21, 2016,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

From left to right: 1) Starting Monday off right at Sonsie. 2) So excited to be shooting an Instagram campaign for Coach. Follow along here. 3) Big plans for the evening. 4) My grandfather made this painting for me, inspired by my hectic lifestyle. It’s one of my favorites in my collection. 5) Love you, Boston. 6) Tatte Bakery really understands my needs.

Gift Guide: The Clothes Horse

December 18, 2015,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

What do you get the girl who has already bought everything? I can’t guarantee your fashion friend doesn’t have these things in her closet, but here are a few of the sartorial treasures I’ve been coveting. Feminist Sweatshirt: Every feminist fashionista needs a sassy sweater to show the patriarchy how she feels. Fur Stole: This is…Read More

Inside My Bag

May 14, 2013,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

I often get asked what essentials I carry in my purse as a blogger and a fashionista. To be honest, what I carry in my bag varies depending on where I’m going and what I’m doing. But for this post I pared it down to the things that I absolutely always have with me. 1) This…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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