LOW MAINTENANCE, NOT NO MAINTENANCE
Are you a low maintenance or a high maintenance type girl? We all know the high maintenance kind; the one’s who have to have the latest fashions, the latest hairstyle, the latest makeup. Do you have to have a manicure and pedicure regularly, does the thought of roughing it send shivers down your spine? 
I think high maintenance women have gotten a bad rap. To me, it says they think they are “worth” the extra effort. Most of these women refuse to settle for anything less than the best. What’s wrong with that?
I am guilty of “that” type of maintenance, but I think that falls under personal pride. Where I am not high maintenance is in attention. I am not one of those women who need lots of attention from Joe. I am fairly laid back when it comes to birthdays, anniversaries, and even Christmas. If I need a present, then I will go buy it for myself. We don’t go out very much; we choose instead to stay at home.
With all that said, I still need “some” attention. I can remember a couple of years ago, I must have been feeling sorry for myself, because I told Joe, “I am low maintenance, not no maintenance!” He thought that was hilarious! LOL! Over the years since, anytime either one of us is feeling a little deprived, we will once again repeat the “I am low maintenance, not no maintenance” mantra. Lol!
Today’s outfit falls into the low maintenance category. I wore this top on the blog back in October, under the post “What Not To Wear.” I think I did much better this time, let me know what you think. I bought this fringed poncho top in Juneau, Alaska back years ago when I was visiting my daughter. I love the top! I really do like to wear it all the time, since it is just so easy to wear. It hides a multitude of body issues, and would work for a lot of you. However, those who are the petite side, might find this a little difficult to wear.
Fringe Poncho Top: Similar | Similar | Similar
I chose to wear white crop leggings this time with the top. It definitely goes with the low maintenance vibe. This leggings were purchased at Walmart, but you can pick up a pair almost anywhere. Most of them come in a one size fits all, but some come only in S, M, and L. I have on a L, but I also have a M and they fit about the same.
White Leggings: Similar (in every color under the sun) | Plus
How do you like this wooden tassel necklace? I told you in this post (I am wearing the stripe pattern necklace w/red tassel) that Kay & Star had let me pick out another item to style. THIS boho necklace is my very favorite item yet from them… That is saying a lot because I have loved everything that they have sent me. But, I really, really love this huge tassel necklace. It is wooden, it is long, and it has a huge, really fluffy tassel. The tassel alone is 8 inches long, and the overall length of the necklace is 37″. This is not your typical necklace; this is really noticeable. I chose the dark lush brown color because I like to get a lot of wear out of an item. This necklace can be worn all year round! I think this would even look great with a black outfit, or something really dressy. Now the wheels in my brain are starting to turn and think about what to wear with it next time. Everything I have received from Kay & Star has been high quality, and very, very pretty. Remember to check out Kay & Star’s Etsy shop, you know they are going to sponsor the next giveaway which be coming up this time next week.
You thought I had forgotten about my suede fringe sandals didn’t you? How could I have forgot, these things are too cute. I bought them a couple of weeks ago and just now got around to wearing them. These are by Sole Society, and they are not very expensive at all, under $40.00! What I like about them is they zip up the back. I hate trying to put on shoes that have those little closures on the side. I can never see how to get them on just right. Everything about these shoes is just cute, and I thought they fit in with my whole boho theme.
Love this look. OBSESSED with your necklace!
xx, Elise
http://www.sparkleandslippers.blogspot.com
I think you did a great job with the outfit. I like it much better with the leggings. The necklace is very cute.
First time visitor (via Wardrobe Wednesday at Kimba Likes) and just have to say, love the name of your blog! I will be 50 on my next birthday. I adore those shoes!
Is almost 60 old? Some days I feel it, girl! Old, that is. I need you to come dress me…in the most G rated sense. I love this outfit but need someone other than my PrinceCharming to critique how it would look on me. I have big “girls” and grown daughters, and the former make all my tops stick out so far. I feel like I look like I am wearing a tent. You look just amazing…whatever amount of maintenance you are! Everything is perfectly put together. And if you can look this fabulous and still be relatively on time for wherever you are going, you have my ultimate admiration. Gorgeous.
Hey Tania..you look smashing! Us 50 year olds can rock it like the young gals.. ha! Uh oh I think I’m in that “high maintenance group..oh well what can we say! Thanks for inviting me to the link up on email…glad to find your blog and connect here!!
Valerie
xo
I’m pretty low maintenance, I think—but it is funny how everyone’s definition is different!
I love your top, but I liked it in the post where you said what not to wear too. I think the difference is today’s is more casual (can I tell you how much I adore those sandals?) and the last outfit you appear a little dressier.
But sometimes, I think we’re all too critical of ourselves because when it comes right down to it—you rock!
jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
thanks for hosting!!
Thanks for continuing to inspire us!!!! Loving your beachy waves hair!
Hi,
I’m new to your blog. What I have seen so far is absolutely beautiful. I’m 52 and always looking for great fashion ideas.
Thanks for sharing.
Aww, thanks Rebecca.
I’m definitely low maintenance – maybe a little too low :)! This is a great look on you – love the colors and the fringe on the bottom. So pretty!
It’s so important to take care of yourself. When you look good you feel good. I have my hair cut and colored every 6 weeks; gel manicure every 3 weeks and a pedicure every other week just so I can have my feet massaged. I turn 65 in August and I work one full time job and 2 part time ones. I exercise by walking with weights as much as I can. I think it’s just maintenance , not high or low. My doctor loves me since I am on no meds and my weight has been exactly the same for 20 years. I figure I must be doing something right so why change. Love the outfit today. When I shop now I ask myself WWTS (what would Tania say?) ; answer always is get the bright colors, skip the black!
You go, Linda! I feel energized just by reading your comment. In my 40’s, I was in better shape and health than in my 20’s. Have to admit, the menopause years when I hit my 50’s did a number on my weight and that’s still a struggle, but otherwise I also make it a point to stay active and work hard. Keeps us gals young.
And here I whine occasionally that I am working full time and trying to do the blog at night, while cooking etc. I think you just gave me a much needed “smack.” Haha I need to quit my whining, get up off my rear, and then go exercise. YOU are an inspiration!
Linda – you are amazing! I’ve worked one full time job and a part time job and it was really hard! Also, I love your attitude! It is just maintenance, not high or low! Perfect! If we don’t take care of ourselves, who will??