Candace Maxwell Honors Her Grandmothers in Heartfelt Post
The influencer reflects on heritage and family bonds, revealing a playful coffee tradition
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Reflecting On Grandmotherly Love
Candace Maxwell took to Instagram this week with a warm tribute to the two women who shaped her childhood. In the snapshot, the influencer poses between her grandmothers, all three grinning against a sunlit backdrop. Her caption reads: “thankful that I got to grow up with both of my grandmothers. two very strong, funny, loving & uniquely beautiful women. who both oddly love instant coffee. gross, i could never. $10 iced lattes for me only. #firstgenerationamerican #candyland 💘💅🏽”
Maxwell—who posts under @candacemaxwell_—called out her grandmothers’ shared taste for instant coffee as a humorous contrast to her own penchant for pricier iced lattes. The post resonated with followers, many of whom replied with stories of their own family coffee quirks.
A Quirky Coffee Quirk
Beyond the sweet family moment, Maxwell’s shout-out highlights the small ways traditions pass through generations. She tags herself a #firstgenerationamerican, nodding to her cultural heritage, and peppers the caption with lighthearted self-deprecation.
In a follow-up comment, she explained, “They swear by that instant stuff—black and strong. I’ll stick to my vanilla oat latte, thanks!” Fans flocked to share their own morning rituals, turning the comments into a mini coffee confession booth.
Building A Brand Called Candyland
Maxwell’s hashtag #candyland refers to her budding lifestyle brand, which she’s been featuring in recent Instagram posts. A review of her feed reveals colorful, sustainable fashion and home-goods drops under the Candyland banner. In an April post titled “sustainable, resourceful, colorful 💖 #candyland,” she showcased upcycled textiles turned statement pieces.
In another spring post she captioned “hibernation is over, spring is here 💘💅🏽,” sharing a floral-print look styled by photographer Jocelyn Lee. These touches hint at how family traditions and personal style intertwine in her creative work.
While her grandmothers may champion instant coffee, Maxwell champions eco-friendly design and self-expression—two qualities she credits to family bonds. In interviews, she’s noted that her grandmothers’ thrift-store treasure hunts and home-cooked creativity inspired the ethos behind Candyland.
Fans will likely see more personal insights as Maxwell gears up for upcoming collaborations. Last month she teased a special edition candle collab for the holidays, and she’s also appeared in behind-the-scenes episodes of “All The Queens Men” season 4, spotlighting her entrepreneurial spirit.
As the conversation swirls around latte art and family lore, Maxwell’s post serves as a reminder that even small rituals can carry big meaning.
Candace Maxwell’s affectionate nod to her grandmothers feels both intimate and universal—proof that a simple Instagram snapshot can spark memories, laughs, and perhaps a craving for coffee of any kind.
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