Ciana Aspell of Canella Lane: Fashion, Family, and Finding Balance with Six Kids

This week's guest editor is Ciana Aspell, the powerhouse behind Canella Lane, a boutique owner and mother of six. With a signature style that’s bold yet effortless, Ciana brings unstoppable energy, determination, and a deep appreciation for her family life.

About 15 years ago, I was running a marketing company in Cork. I loved working with fashion brands, but just before I got married, I felt the spark was fading. Around that time, I spotted a gap in the Irish market for online fashion. I’d always had a passion for style — I even did a bit of modelling — so I started researching how to launch an online boutique. I had no interest in a bricks-and-mortar shop and thought, if I don’t do it now, I never will.