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Feathers and Stripes

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

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Uncategorized · September 15, 2017

Recent Favorite Purchases

I thought I’d try something a little different today and share some recent favorites! I get really excited when I find a new product that I love, and normally I would try to remind myself to share it on Instagram…

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2017

fashion, style · July 21, 2017

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2017 Hits

Let me preface this post by saying that it’s not easy to be pregnant with a third trimester bump during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale!

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2017: Best Baby Picks

motherhood · July 17, 2017

Best of Nordstrom Sale 2017: Baby Picks

I normally wouldn’t be shopping the baby sale part of Nordstrom’s Anniversary Sale, but obviously this year I had to check it out. I was surprised by how good some of the prices were – specifically on this stroller! Best…

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2017 best handbags

fashion, style · July 14, 2017

Best of Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2017: Bags, Shoes, and Coats

Today I have a roundup of all of the bags I would buy if my budget was unlimited, plus the best shoes/boots and coats from the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale! Best Handbags: I love this gold version of the popular Rebecca…

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2017: Women's clothes best picks

fashion, style · July 13, 2017

Best of Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2017: Clothes & Accessories

You guys, it’s like Christmas in July… the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale has begun! You can only shop now if you are a cardholder, and for everyone else the sale starts July 21st.

Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2017

fashion, style · July 5, 2017

Favorite Sale of the Year

My favorite sale of the year starts next week, so I wanted to give you all a heads up!

floral dress

fashion, style · April 18, 2017

5 Favorite Spring Trends

With all of the spring trends filling my shopping carts lately, I thought I’d share my favorites that I plan to wear well into the summer. dress / bag (similar here – 40% off!) / ring

Pottery Barn duvet and shams

home, lifestyle, and organization · March 27, 2017

Updated Bedding

If there’s one room in my house I love without fail, it’s our bedroom.

gorgeous beach wear for 2017 spring and summer

style · February 9, 2017

Beach Bound

We’re in for a big nor’easter today (they’re saying up to 14″ of snow!) and I can’t wait until the weather gets warmer and we can start thinking about sunnier days and beach vibes. Anyone else?

Valentine's Day gifts for the girls - under $30

life, shopping · February 7, 2017

Valentine’s Day Gifts for Girls

While Valentine’s Day has never been a favorite holiday of mine, I will take any excuse to get dressed up and go to a fancy dinner (or ask T to make me my favorite dish). And it’s a great excuse…

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Gifts under $25

life, shopping · November 30, 2016

Gifts Under $25

I remember looking around for gifts for my college roommates and close friends and wondering how I was going to get a good gift without spending a fortune. I was in college and working at Victoria’s Secret at the time, so I…

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Christmas gifts for guys

life, shopping · November 26, 2016

Gifts for Guys

I think men are the hardest to shop for. Every Christmas it takes me forever to decide what to buy for T, my dad, and my brothers-in-law. I think part of the problem is that if they want something (which…

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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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