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

style · July 11, 2021

What to Wear to A Summer Wedding

Summer still seems to be the most popular time for a wedding, though Fall is definitely a contender! Today let’s talk about what to wear to a summer wedding, depending on what type of wedding it is. Black tie weddings,…

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what to wear to a black tie wedding

fashion · December 18, 2015

Bridesmaids in Black

This past weekend was my last trip down the aisle as maid of honor for one of my sisters.

life · September 7, 2015

How to Plan the Best Bachelorette Ever

Having now planned four bachelorette parties in the past two years, as well as having my own, I feel like I’ve learned a few things to pass on to the next “generation” of bachelorette party planners, so I’m sharing my…

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personal · August 19, 2015

Our Wedding: Part Two

Today is Part Two of our wedding photos. If you missed Part One, head here. There are so many details in these photos that make me smile. They’re small things that probably no one would notice, but they remind me…

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personal · August 17, 2015

Our Wedding: Part One

We’re coming up on our one year anniversary, and it’s so fun to look back on August 30 of last year. I’m thrilled to share some of my favorite photos of that day! We chose Hyatt Boston Harbor for our…

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life · June 8, 2015

3 Things You Should Do After Your Wedding

Right after the wedding, you’re tired (like, really tired). You’ve just spent the past few months tied to a list of items that must be done, dinner conversations have revolved around programs and room blocks, and the last thing you want…

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Boston College engagement photos

personal · January 19, 2015

Our Engagement Photos

Deciding on an outfit for your engagement photo shoot can be stressful. Luckily, one of my best friends is a photographer, so she gave us some tips on what to wear (and what to avoid). We chose blue tones because…

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personal · November 27, 2014

Being Thankful (+ Wedding Photos!)

I have so much to be thankful for, but this year I am especially thankful for my wonderful husband who has my back always.  For our handsome pup, Sprout, who is as sweet as he is good-looking… and who will…

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life · August 12, 2014

5 Things No One Tells You About Wedding Planning

1. You will spend too much time researching. Yes, there is such a thing. Style Me Pretty may become your browser’s default site, and you will find Pinterest to be both the best thing in the world and also your…

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life · August 5, 2014

Relaxation & Honeymoon Packing List

Our wedding is sneaking up on us (only 25 days to go!), and in honor of National Relaxation Day (August 15), I’m sharing what I plan to pack for part of our honeymoon – the “I’m sitting by the pool…

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collaborations, life · June 24, 2014

Bachelorette Party Essentials

This past weekend was my bachelorette weekend, and because my sisters told me very little about the weekend, I packed a LOT. As in, enough that when I opened the trunk of my SUV to put my sisters’ bags in,…

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personal · June 18, 2014

Wedding Wednesday: 2 Months Out

We are just over 2 months out from the big day, and everyone keeps asking me if it’s going by quickly. Yes, the answer is yes. Invitations are out, replies are coming in, and we are working on the details…

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About Alyssa


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

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