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Inspiration Index Vol. 4

A visual feast, curated for you

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Bailey Zelena
Dec 15, 2025
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Welcome back to Inspiration Index, a place where I curate and condense the inspiring things from my archive.

Think of it as a visual feast for your eyes — with all the fixings. There’s sure to be something for everyone inside. I’ve gathered design, photography, typography, physical media, interiors, and more.

These are the things that caught my eye and made me want to learn more. To pause, explore, and take a deeper look.

Today’s issue feels a bit festive. I’ve been especially inspired by the holiday season this year—the decor, the photography, all of it has felt extra special.

I’m not sure if anyone else grew up selling wrapping paper and Christmas goodies in elementary school, but I did, and honestly…I miss those Christmas catalogues. This edition feels like a little love letter to that nostalgia. I miss making a physical wishlist and circling items out of printed catalogues. Those were the days.

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For your listening pleasure while you browse. This playlist is a mixed bag of all things Christmas tbh (and yes the Justin Bieber Christmas album is first up LOL)

Grab your warm beverage of choice, and let’s dive in.

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Welcome to Inspiration Index Vol. 4!

1959 Regent Street Chandelier Display in London
Carly Kuhn’s incredible work for Bergdorf Goodman 2025
Jean-Paul Goude Celebrate Lacoste, Christmas Campaign, 2016
1963 Bell Telephone System Vintage Ad by
Macy’s Herald Square flagship store in New York City
Creative Direction By Rémy Mishon And Ruth Sleightholme, Assisted By Gwen Brown. Shot By Jasper Fry For The House & Garden December 2025 Issue
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