Associate Managing Editor
Alene Bouranova is a Pacific Northwest native and a BU alum. She covers lifestyle, culture, and the arts in the greater Boston area. She lives in Brighton with her plants and an IKEA French press.
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The Hair Master
Jenny Luu knows how to craft styles you’ll be swooning over long after you say “I do.”
The Sweets Supplier
Lizzie Johnson, of Lizzie’s Bakery, is just as excited about desserts as you are.
Woven Together
Jadine Greenaway and Sheila Galligan launch two textile-forward ventures.
Turning the Page
Retired Poggenpohl designer Rosemary Porto shares a few of her favorite things.
Return of the Century
Interior designer Nikki Dalrymple restores a 19th-century Somerville home to its former glory.
Spaces: A Private Paradise
Zen Associates revamps an expansive terrace in the Back Bay.
Destination: Seattle
There’s more than just coffee in this Upper-Left gem.
The Party Starter
Frontman Jason Silverman, of Boston-based Hot Mess, is always ready to rock.
New England Made: Sound and Color
Woburn’s U-Turn Audio cranks out turntables that look good and sound even better.
Where the Crowds Aren’t: Chebeague Island
Plan a late-summer getaway to this Maine island, where cocktails and quiet shores await.
Found Art: Canvas Efforts
Jordan Seaberry harnesses the power of imagery in his paintings.
Making a Mark
Interior designer Tiffany LeBlanc creates a home worthy of the owner’s playful aesthetic.
The Must List
Seven can’t-miss things to do, see, and read this month.
The Ringer
Whether your dream sparkler calls for an east-west cut, a hidden halo setting, or a gem-encrusted band, custom jeweler Hannah Florman can make it happen.