Holy Grail Alert! My All-Time Favorite Fashion, Beauty, and Lifestyle Treasures

Hi besties! I have made a master-list of all of my long-time favorite products that I’ve repurchased over and over again. This is different than a monthly favorites post, where those items may or may not stay favorites. Everything on this list is tried-and-true, an obsession of mine, or just a showstopper product that delivers […]

Last-Minute Mother’s Day Gifts & Celebrations for Every Budget

Mother’s Day is fast approaching so I wanted to help out all my last-minute girlies (and anyone else) who needed some inspiration for gift and celebration ideas! These are all things that are on brand for me, in case you wanted to see gifts and ideas with some Melissa flair!  Celebration Ideas Create a picnic […]

Opal Sands Resort: Your Ultimate Review Guide *Plus Size Edition*

Hi besties! I wanted to start a new section on my blog for any travel and adventures that I go on. My goal is to review the places and areas where I stay, to find my ultimate vacation spots that are also plus-size friendly. To start, I stayed at the Opal Sands Resort in Clearwater, […]

Plus-Size Cozy Resort Fashion: Everything I Wore On Our 2-Day Staycation

Road Trip Outfit | V-NECK: Zella | LEGGINGS: Lululemon | PURSE: LV (similar HERE) | NECKLACE: Mejuri | WATCH BAND: Amazon | BRACELET: Mejuri and CUSTOM TENNIS BRACELET (Similar HERE, Affordable dupe HERE) | SLIDES: Hoka | NAIL POLISH: OPI | When I travel, I want to be comfy and cozy. I wish I was one of those ladies […]

April Self-Care Challenge: 30 Days Of Prioritizing My Well-Being

Hi besties! Spring is here and I am in the mood to reset and refresh my life. Big plans, I know! For the month of April (and hopefully beyond), I am challenging myself to do one extra act of self-care every day – that isn’t already a part of my normal routine. I’m excited to […]