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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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Lace

Firas Yousif

October 5, 2013,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

Thursday night I was fortunate enough to attend the Firas Yousif 2013 Bridal & Formal Wear show. The show was held at Emmanuel Church on Newbury Street and it was just beautiful. It was so interesting to be watching a fashion show come down the nave of this historic place of worship. It’s difficult to…Read More

Back to Basics

September 11, 2013,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

For a casual look in the city’s ever-changing weather, I went with some very basic items: high waisted jeans, a lace crop top, and a leather jacket. These are staples that, when paired together, create a really cool retro look. Crop Top: Forever21 (similar here), Jeans: Urban outfitters (similar here), Shoes: Tahari via TJ Maxx…Read More

Best of Both Worlds

August 19, 2013,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

I put up with a lot for fashion. Constricting bustiers, sky high heels, long ungainly skirts, the whole nine yards. Comfort is rarely my priority, but some days I just need a look that doesn’t require any extra effort. This look was featured on Chaos Magazine in the street style section.  This ensemble is the…Read More

Flight Risk

June 19, 2013,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

I love the movement in this outfit, between the flouncy tutu and the airy, lace crop top it almost feels like I could float off the ground any minute. Top: Forever21, Skirt: Thrifted and DIYed, Shoes: TJ Maxx, Necklace: Family Heirloom

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

Happy Valentines Day!

February 14, 2013,
by Celina[zilla_likes]

Happy Valentines Day, everyone! I feel so fortunate to be able to spend the day with my girlfriends in Europe. We’re headed to London tonight to celebrate in style! Bustier: Nasty Gal Skirt: H&M Tights: TJ Maxx Shoes: Christian Siriano for Payless Photos by Jamie Kaplan and Kathy Collins.  

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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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