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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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DIY

Getting a Feel for Things

June 3, 2013,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

I love all of the different textures in this outfit, the lace bustier, the leather shorts, the velvet blazer, and the smooth metallic jewelry. The combination of textures makes a basic and comfortable outfit fashion forward. The shorts are courtesy of OASAP and can be purchased here. This is the blazer I featured way back…Read More

A Skirt is Just a Skirt Until…

August 8, 2012,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

When I found this piece at a thrift store in San Antonio it was a frumpy, long, plus-sized skirt. But with a little sewing magic it became this adorable strapless mini dress! I firmly believe in making the most out of your wardrobe, whether that means wearing things in all four seasons, altering pieces for better…Read More

Sunday Snapshots

June 24, 2012,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

From left to right: 1. My friend Shannon and I at the beach on a perfect summer day! 2. DIY wall decorations made from old calendar photos. 3. Coco, exhausted from all our play time. 4. A lace collar necklace, worn with a simple black dress. 5. Some gorgeous Steve Madden’s I got on a trip to Portsmouth. 6. Six inches of fierceness that I unfortunately had…Read More

Reading a Little Retro

May 22, 2012,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

Nothing seems quite so romantic as reading a book on a blanket, nestled in the woods. And while the reality isn’t quite so nice, it was the perfect setting to showcase this vintage-inspired outfit. I love the sunhat trend for this season but I wanted to try it out with an outfit other than a swimsuit….Read More

Vintage Velvet

April 25, 2012,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

I bought this vintage velvet jacket at a thrift store and embellished the collar myself. I love mixing the texture of the jacket with the smoothness of the faux leather pants. Jacket: Thrifted Shirt: TJ Maxx Pants: H&M Shoes: Christian Siriano for Payless

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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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