SWING TOP AND TASSELS

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Tired and worn out is how I would describe myself today. The vacation to Alaska was one of the best vacations I have ever been on. The scenery was so spectacular that it would be hard to even describe. I can see why visiting Alaska is on so many people’s bucket list. I have never been a person who wants to travel and part of the reason is that I don’t like to fly. I was letting a fear keep me from experiencing life. Cost is also a reason that I don’t want to travel. It is expensive to fly, get a hotel, eat in restaurants, and then buy everything you want while you are there. But probably the biggest reason that traveling has never held a huge appeal to me is television. I have seen the Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liberty, the Vatican, the White House, and even Alaska all on television. I know what all those places look like and I never had to fly and it didn’t cost me a single dime to see them. However, I am starting to rethink that mindset now that I visited Alaska this trip. On television I never felt the spray from Nugget Falls, I never heard the chunks of ice hitting the boat as we slowly inched our way to the South Sawyer Glacier, and I never smelled the fish and water like I did on board the Osprey fishing boat. I can’t believe this but I am going to start making me a list of places I want to “experience” instead of just see. On my Facebook page, I asked everyone to say where they last flew to and it was crazy all the different places that everyone had flown to. It almost seems strange to see photos on my porch. Haha! I can’t believe that I missed this setting since I had been dying for a different look. To tell you the truth, it is easier to “see” the outfit like this than it is when I am in front of scenery. The scenery is so gorgeous that who even looks at the outfit. Also, I missed my tripod. It makes taking pictures a snap. Today’s cute little top is by Umgee. I bought this last year and I love the way it is made. I like the swing style look because there are days where my tummy doesn’t need to have anything touching it. The tassels make the top all flirty and cutesy looking. Look how last time I wore this top I wore it with leggings.

I love the jewelry with this top. The turquoise earrings are called Makia. They are light and have a 1.5-inch drop so they are not huge. I like a 1.5 to 2-inch drop because they show up really well with my hair length but they are not overpowering. Turquoise is great because it looks great in the spring, summer, and fall so you will get a lot of wear out of them.

The shorter necklace is the Chrisann. It has wonderful colors on a chain with a little silver bird dangle. It matches the Stevie necklace perfectly. I can’t think of a thing that the Stevie necklace couldn’t match. Lol!

I carried the same colors into my bracelets. The Chloe is on the left and it is antique gold with turquoise dangles and it is all one an elastic band. The Bailey is on the right. It is one of my favorite bracelets from the new catalog because of the melon and turquoise color combination. Go to www.plunderdesign.com/taniastephens to place an order. Just pick any party that has my name in it and then hit the SHOP button. Check out the fabulous July special that is going on.

This off-white purse is one that can also go with almost anything. I carry this when I am at a loss for what else to carry. I look for details like the gold rivets and the tassels to make the purse memorable.

You don’t often see me wearing flip flop type sandals. I will occasionally wear these Sperry sandals because they are so comfortable. Another reason I like this style shoe is that of convenience. They are super easy to get on and kick off. I am getting lazy in my advancing years. Lol!

These jeans are super cute. This pair was some that I picked up at Cato Fashions a couple months ago. This pair is no longer available on their website. However, there are lots and lots of cute jeans out there. Look for those unique details. Lol!!!

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I had R+F withdrawals this past week. When I travel I pack all my R+F products in a separate cosmetic bag than the rest of my makeup. Guess who went to Alaska and left her R+F bag at home? I know it was silly but I felt like that I lost my “glow” over the week. Lol! I thankfully did take my Hydration Serum and Multi-Function Eye Cream.

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I totally know what you’re talking about Tania!! We got burnt out on travelling and I thought it’s no biggie, because I can see it all on the internet and there are restaurants with all the food around. But I do think it’s different actually being there and meeting the people of the places. …
I’m loving the tassels too. In fact, my stepmom (the 60+ model) on my blog, just bought a top with tassels, so it’s definitely for any age!!
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Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com

I am glad you had the chance to visit you daughter in Alaska. I leave next week and starting the anxiety stage of packing and having things taken care of while we are gone. My hubby has traveled all over the world for business, but I am a homebody. Really looking forward to my trip and thank you for all the fashion advice? You look great and love your style.

Thanks so very much for sharing your trip and tips with us gurls. It was especially meaningful to me as I will be on an Alaskan cruise in 2 months so I am following your tips on what clothes to take. I love to travel and try to take one BIG trip each year. Last year it was Ireland, the year before I took a Via Rail train trip through the Canadian Maritime provinces and the previous year it was Amtrak across the country to Oregon. There is so much to see in this beautiful world!

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Virginia, you will love it!!! Alaska is so gorgeous! Joe and I have decided to start traveling more so we will see. We let little things keep us from going.

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Welcome home! Thanks again for sharing your trip to Alaska with us. I hate flying! I’m not afraid to fly, I don’t like the airport hassle!

Love your cute outfit. The color of your top looks so good on you.

Traveling is exhausting! I am always so anxious and excited when we travel, but I know how your feeling today, it usually takes me a week to get back rested up…lol….Alaska is absolutely breathtaking! Love this outfit today, especially love those jeans!

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Kathy, it will take me at least a week to get back to normal. Lol! I read that traveling to the East takes much longer to recover.

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Super cute top Tania. I am so pleased you decided you want to experience things live. I really believe travel opens the mind in so many ways. Travel is the one thing I will always have money for – rather buy no clothes but travel!!!

LOL Yvonne
http://www.funkyforty.com

PS: You might like to see a summary of the latest Summer 2018 shows in Berlin for inspiration 😉

Love this outfit casual but very feminine the blush colour really suits you ? having had a brush with cancer I take every opportunity to do something new so go for it girl hit the skies and see where it takes you ? you never know what’s around the corner ?

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Bernie, I agree. You never know what is ahead for you. I am always preaching for everyone to step outside their comfort zone with clothing and I guess that should include life in general.

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Traveling is great , but coming home is the best! What a fantastic jeans you are wearing!

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I felt like Dorthy from the Wizard of Oz, there’s no place like home. Lol!

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We had a trip to Alaska a couple of years ago and it was just amazing. Loved every minute of it. Last year we travelling to the Mediterranean and went onto Paris & London. The Eiffel Tower was just breathtaking. There is nothing like seeing the real thing!!!

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I am starting to think that is true, Suzyq. Seeing something in person is just so different than seeing it on TV.

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Great outfit! You can tell how much you enjoyed your vacation, you are still glowing!! I know you are glad to be home. And thanks for sharing your Alaska pic’s, they were awesome.