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Feathers and Stripes

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

Blue Hill House nap dress

fashion · April 12, 2022

Honest Hill House Nap Dress Review (I LOVE Mine)

When I first heard of the smocked sleeveless Nap Dress I didn’t understand its popularity. I kept seeing it on Instagram and in blog posts but wasn’t sold. Why would someone would buy multiples of the same clothing item? (Other…

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dressy matching sibling outfits for Christmas

family · November 21, 2020

Matching Christmas Outfits for Siblings

I am leaning in HARD this year to the Christmas season, including fun matching Christmas outfits for my kids. Maybe matching red plaid outfits for Christmas day. Maybe matching Christmas pajamas, coordinating holiday party outfits, or even matching day-after-Christmas lounge…

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How to wear a black sweater dress with OTK boots - comfy and classic for a holiday get-together

style · December 23, 2019

What I’m Wearing for Christmas

It’s Christmas week! Each year I find myself wanting to dress up, but I always lean toward comfy clothes. When I saw this black sweater dress, it looked like the best dressed up/dressed down option for the holidays, for parties, and…

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A comfortable and classic camel and black outfit from New England blogger Alyssa from feathersandstripes.com

style · December 9, 2019

Classic and Comfortable Camel + Black

When I asked (via a reader survey) over the summer what you all wanted to see more of, a big request – which totally surprised me, tbh – was more of my personal style! I’m excited to share that I’ve…

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Bean Boots

style · November 13, 2019

3 Must-Have Winter Boots for Women

If there’s one thing New Englanders have figured out, it’s cold-weather gear. Sure, our blood thickens up a bit in the colder months, so you might see us outside in just a fleece when it’s late March, but at the…

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cozy and cute winter coats for cold winter weather

style · November 5, 2019

Cozy and Cute Winter Coats

So… winter is officially on the way in the Northeast. As I type this it’s 8pm and the 5-day forecast shows snow. SNOW. I don’t think I’m ready. For years I refused to buy a parka, but I finally got…

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style · August 27, 2019

Mommy and Me Gingham Outfits

If I could choose only one pattern to wear for the rest of my life, it would have to be gingham. There’s something about it that makes me happy. When I found matching “mommy and me” outfits for me and…

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Where to go apple picking in Massachusetts, Parlee Farms apple picking September, pumpkin patch MA

style · September 25, 2018

Apple Picking, Pumpkins + the Best Skinny Jeans Everyone Asks About

We had a gorgeous weekend, so we took E apple picking for the first time! How basic can I get… I HAVE to go apple picking every year, and normally I force my family to go for my birthday. But…

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style · July 13, 2018

Nordstrom Sale 2018: What I Bought (& Didn’t)

Like seemingly every other blogger, I went to Nordstrom yesterday and shopped the first day of the Nordstrom Sale. I had planned to order a bunch of stuff early in the morning and then do a try on haul later,…

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what I wore last week - real outfits for mom and baby

style · July 9, 2018

A Week on Cape Cod: Real Outfits

With all of the overly styled photos on Instagram and blogs these days, I have been drawn to posts that include quick snaps and real outfits. Remember the days when bloggers didn’t all have professional photographers on staff?? Anyway… I…

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blue and white stripes, white pants About popular Boston lifestyle and mom blogger, Feathers & Stripes

style · May 24, 2018

What to Wear for Memorial Day Weekend

Ah, Memorial Day Weekend – the unofficial start to summer! shirt (this style) | pants | shoes (similar)

easy stripe mom outfit

style · April 3, 2018

Seaside Stripes in Monterey

We took a little vacation to the west coast and the weather was just incredible! Most days were high 60s, but we even got a few that were in the mid-upper 70s! Summer temps, I’m ready for you. (LOL because…

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About Alyssa


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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