black love – ALEX LAROSA

Sponsored by Macy’s and ShopStyle.

When I was a kid, I could never understand why anyone would get excited for Black Friday when Christmas was obviously the more pressing issue! Now, as an adult, I fully understand the thrill of getting all the latest goodies and gadgets for a fraction of the price! While 2020 has been kinda all over the place, I am grateful to know that brands like Macy’s are still serving up some incredible deals! Right now during their Black Friday Specials sale, you can get an extra 20% off using the code “SCORE” and we have taken full advantage by upgrading some of the appliances in our kitchen!

I have wanted a Nespresso machine for years and I am so happy to finally be able to make a perfect soy vanilla latte at home! This is the Nespresso Vertuo model which can brew coffee and espresso! It’s so simple to use and it comes with an Aeroccino milk frother which helps you customize your morning coffee just as you like it! This machine is typically $299.99, but we got it for only $167.99 – can you believe it?

I saw this adorable snowflake waffle maker on the site and just could not resist! Your girl loves a hearty breakfast and waffles are a big yes from me all year round! I’ve always wanted to be able to make restaurant quality waffles at home and now, I finally can! And Macy’s has tons of standard and adorably themed waffle makers! Good waffles and cute shapes? That’s a win win for me!

Now my absolute favorite kitchen appliance is an air fryer! It is so versatile! You can truly make almost anything in it! I bought a small one last year, but I’ve been wanting to upgrade to something bigger for a while now! This air fryer is 6 quarts and it can fry, bake, roast, and reheat!! I’m obsessed with it! This originally costs $124.99, but we were able to purchase for only 89.99!

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or for someone else, Macy’s is really a one stop shop for all of your holiday gifting needs! From shoes, pajamas, athletic wear, everyday fashion and beauty, to home decor, kitchen appliances and accessories — Macy’s has you covered! They are having amazing deals all month long and for the rest of the year! Don’t forget to use code “SCORE” for an extra 20% off your order!

This post is sponsored by Old Navy.

Hi babes!

Welcome to July! Can you believe we are officially in the latter half of the year! I keep seeing a meme that says “6 months til 2020. Don’t let anyone waste your time” and well I couldn’t agree more! You’ve got to have the right people around you! It is so important to find a group of friends (or family) where you truly feel like you belong!

Belonging is that feeling when you can be your most honest, silly, and vulnerable self and know that you’ll be accepted no matter what! #BelongingLooksLike someone going out of their way to show you that they care! Belonging is that assuring feeling that when you’re down, there will be someone there to pick you back up! Or you know…give you a piggy back ride!

My fiancé, Paul, has been one of those people for me since day one – which I why he’s now my fiancé, haha! He has always made me feel like I belong and he is *almost* always down to support me in even my silliest moments! Like when we were taking this photo and I convinced him he should get on my back instead of the other way around!

This year is Old Navy’s 25th birthday and their bday theme is belonging! I couldn’t be happier that such a big brand is making such an important statement about inclusion and support! From model choices to in store plus size shipping, Old Navy has always done an amazing job of making me feel included as a plus size women! That’s why I shouted “YES!” to the opportunity to share their new Americana collection with you! Both Paul and I are wearing head to toe Old Navy and I can definitely see us repeating these looks all summer long!