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Christmas on Nantucket

December 19, 2025, by Celina[zilla_likes]
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Summer Suiting

August 21, 2024, by Celina[zilla_likes]
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March Reading List

March 27, 2024, by Celina[zilla_likes]
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Snowbody’s Business

February 28, 2024, by Celina[zilla_likes]
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suede

Clad in Cabernet

November 15, 2016,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

In my continued love affair with burgundy I put together this two piece, monochrome look. The suede skirt and chiffon top make for an interesting textural mix and the blue snakeskin heels give it a little bit of unexpected color. And, of course, I can’t wear an outfit that doesn’t involve a little leather, so…Read More

The Natural Look

August 19, 2015,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

I’ve made it very clear that my preferred neutral is black, but something about this brown, suede dress caught my attention. I found it at TJ Maxx for only $20 but it looks so expensive. I think it’ll be very chic in the fall with some boots and a leather jacket. In the meantime I’m…Read More

Trendy Textures

March 5, 2014,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

I love mixing textures and this outfit has everything, the faux-fur coat, the leather pants, the suede cheetah print booties. Every piece is a statement and yet somehow they all come together to make a total look. I felt extra fabulous during this shoot having just come from a haircut at Viselli Santoro. What do…Read More

Sunday Snapshots

July 1, 2012,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

From left to right: 1) Coco wearing a bandana and looking adorable as always. 2) Some gorgeous red suede shoes I recently acquired. 3) Tortellini with homemade pesto courtesy of my mom! 4) A cheese appetizer platter before dinner. 5) Latte and donut pick-me-up at work. 6) Some fabulous 70s style sandals I purchased a while ago.

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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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