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Feathers and Stripes

Boston mom blogger | motherhood, baby + kids, family travel, + home

life · December 29, 2016

Best of 2016

Today’s post is all about the best of the best: home, fashion, and beauty!

Envoy Hotel Boston rooftop

(Come back tomorrow for the Best of 2016: Travel edition!) I’m recapping what I consider the best of the year.

Best of Home

Best new home decor item would have to go to this print. It’s a nod to my Southern side of the family. And let’s be honest here, I just like cake.

Eat More Cake Y'all Print

I branched out this year with my Thanksgiving tablescape, though my Easter table was my favorite of the year!

white and gold china

P.S. My favorite #crazydoglady picture has to be this one. Note Sprout on the couch under his own photo.

Best of Beauty

best eyebrow makeup products

Best beauty products for sensitive skin

Originally found in this post on sensitive skin beauty products

The best budget beauty products I bought this year:
(I can’t say enough about this topcoat! It makes a huge difference!)

Fashion

Best shirt goes to this tunic. It’s so good that I have now purchased it in 4 colors and can’t stop talking about it. Or wearing it. Or posting it on Instagram. #guilty

white tunic shirt for spring under $30Best handbag goes to this bad boy. It holds all of my stuff but looks tidy because of its structure. Plus, I just love the color of it! (similar bags here)

nautical stripes and navy Michael Kors handbag

blue cold shoulder top

The best new monogrammed item I bought in 2016 goes to this bikini top.

I also added a new favorite blanket scarf this year – and bonus points for being able to add a monogram!

Some other “best buys” of the year:

his and hers casual style with Hush Puppies // feathersandstripes.com

Check in tomorrow for the Best of 2016: Travel edition!

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Hi, I’m Alyssa. Mom of three, wife, dog mom, blogger. I write tips and tricks on motherhood, focusing on baby gear reviews, the best toys for kids, family travel, and home organization.

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