Do you guys remember a time when life was bright, the sun was shining, there were signs of life and when you stood in front of a tree it didn’t look like it was dead? Doesn’t it seem like a million years ago? Oh, I remember. The trees looked like actual trees, the woods felt like woods and not tall logs that have dead leaves on them. (In case you haven’t noticed, I have tried to cleverly insert Taylor Swift lyrics into this paragraph, including the title.)
Sweater: Gap (similar)
Skirt: J. Crew (exact)
Boots: Nine West (exact)
Tights: Target (exact)
Bag; Zara (similar)
Scarf: (exact)
I realize it could be a lot worse because we haven’t had weather that is bad other than the temperatures. I just get so jealous of the West Coast bloggers that have these perfectly ALIVE AND LUSH laws that are just rubbing it in my face that I am in the middle of america posing in front of trees that look dead. No, I’m not bitter. Not bitter at all.
Alice Warren
This outfit is so pretty and keeping you nice and toasty. I could never live some place that is really cold and will stay in CA 🙂
Alice
http://www.happinessatmidlife.com
Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.
twentysomethingsimple
Don't worry, I'm in the inland west coast and it looks just as dead as it apparently does in the Midwest! Even the warm temperatures haven't been enough to perk up the lawns or trees. I guess we really do need some water to get things going. I miss having pretty photo backgrounds, though I have to admit that the tree you're posing in front of looks smashing!
xo Kimi
Pat
FIrst, I can't say this enough, I love your outfit. Every single part of it. I wish I could look as awesome as you do! I look like an old slump most of the time right now. lol As for our weather here in So Cal, not sure I should mention it at all. In fact I don't have the nerve to. Go check the weather channel, that way we can remain friends.lol
Rachelle Pinksole
lol so sorry but these pics are stunning though, and you look adorable.
xo
PinkSole
Taramixandmatch
I seriously cannot wait for warm weather. This outfit is so gorgeous, I love how you tied the scarf!
Inge Jane
I'm so over winter. But you look darling! Love this look!
Inge Jane
I'm so over winter. But you look darling! Love this look!
Laura B
Oh my goodness it's like -30 today here. I don't think spring will ever come! I love this outfit on you! Cognac and red is a fav combo of mine!
awhite
I can barely remember what spring + summer feel like, mannnnn. What's it like to leave the house and not have to pile on a coat, scarf, gloves, snow boots, etc.?!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
molly wetta
love the scarf, the boots, the bag!
The Real Arnolds
Love this look! I agree, it does seem like ages since things were green. I saw a photo of our backyard from last spring and was shocked at how different it looks now!
Amy Ann
The Real Arnolds
P.S. I have a fun designer sunglasses giveaway going on my blog.
Claire
I love that song and your look!
God bless,
XO, Claire
http://www.littlemissfashionqueen.blogspot.com
Kristina
I think that whenever I see bloggers with green still in their photos, like "WHERE DO YOU LIVE AND CAN I COME BE THERE WITH YOU??" Why do we live in the midwest again? Oh and even though the tree is dead (sniffles) these pictures are lovely, the lighting and coloring is very pretty.
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Karly @ Miss in the Midwest
At least there's no snow on the ground by you! It looks like I live in a frozen tundra … but I'm not bitter whatsoever. 🙂 Loving this outfit on you – those boots! Swoon.
Rachel Lynne
These photos are beautiful and I'm in love with your skirt!
Zelle B.
The T.Swift song is definitely what popped into my head when I read the title! This is a gorgeous look! Such a huge fan of the blanket scarf, of course.
xo Southern Style
Closet Fashionista
Yea, Winter is rather depressing, isn't it? Everything is cold and dead, ha ha. We've had bad weather over here, so I'm ready for it to be over :p
This look is so fun! I would probably freeze if I wore it, haha
http://www.closet-fashionista.com/
Bree Aylwin
So cozy and I lvoe the scarf!
Joanna Duffy
I'm so jealous of the bloggers who are out in the sunshine with bare legs and sandals! This winter has been rough, but you look so cozy and adorable!
lovejoanna.com
Head to Toe Chic
I love every single thing about this outfit!!! It looks amazing on you and so cozy!
xo,
Angela
Jasmin daily
Love this entire look, you look amazing in reds! Our trees are just bare, bare branches covered in snow, makes for the ugliest scenery.
Sabrina Tan
loving the scarf and the red bag!!
xx Sabrina | GYPSYTAN.CO
IG: @gypsytan
Kellyinthecity
I feel the SAME WAY, Girl. The struggle is real. What do you think… two more months of hell before we have pretty photos again and don't have to freeze our behinds off?! Hehe. We can do it!
PS — Love the lyrics, and you look GORGEOUS.
Kelly | Kelly in the City
Garaytreasures
haha! I love how witty and fun your posts are. There is snow here and loads of it and did I mention snow (and ice). The outfit and beautiful scarf of yours add life to the deadness around.
Rachel xo
Garaytreasures
Priya
I FEEL YOU. I can't even with how cold it is in Nashville right now, and I never thought I would use that phrase. I've just felt cold everywhere I go this week, and I can't stand to be outside for a minute! These are my West Coast roots crying out. Well, you've managed to still look stylish in the cold. I am seriously just piling on as many layers as I can. Love those boots!
♥ perfectly Priya
Kari
I totally hear you! I'm so done with this cold and gross weather. Once March 1st hits, the flowers better start to bloom and it better turn really warm. Or I'm not going to be happy. It's wishful thinking, but the only thing that gets me through the day:)
Ginny MyNewFavoriteOutfit
Such a cute combo Alissa! I am so ready for spring!
Denise Kokinis
I love this look! I am adoring the skirt and boots and all the colors in this look! You look fantastic and I really love your hair.
Denise
http://www.fashionloveletters.com
Shannon Jenkins
Those boots are so amazing and now you have Taylor swift in my head!
<3 Shannon
Upbeat Soles
Lisa
I love this look! And, yes, I am a little envious of those West Coast bloggers with the sunny weather and beautiful settings. It is gray and dull (and really cold!) where I live.
Lisa
Daily Style Finds
Nicole Layne
I'm so jealous of the CA bloggers also! It isn't that cold here, but I could do with a few 60-70 degree days right about now! This outfit is so casually chic and I love the pop of red!
Nicole
Nicole to the Nines
Jasmine Hwang
where are you able to find these amazing colors in the winter? I would just go around and kick all the leaves in my boots and giggle the entire time.
betheplebeian.com
Blaze Ann Carbonell
I live in California, and today, the sky is very gray. Your pictures are amazing; I am jealous of those autumn colors 🙂
Blaze Ann
http://www.p31beauty.blogspot.com
Miss Pippi
Lovely look! That scarf is absolutely adorable.
http://misspippisstyle.blogspot.hu/
Wishes & Reality
Love, love this scarf! The post made me laugh, but you look great!
Heidi
http://www.wishesandreality.com
Jeans and a Teacup
I'm actually jealous that you get to wear layers and scarves! I'm tired of 80 degree weather!
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup
Kate Cope
Love your scarf- what a comfy outfit!
This Side of Paradise
Ramona
I can't wait for Spring and Summer. February is the shortest month, but oh, it feels like the longest at least we now and then are having some sunbeams.
The background of your photos is wonderful and kind of magical. You look gorgeous and so cozy wrapped up in that lovely scarf.
xoxo
Ramona
http://www.ramona-strikeapose.blogspot.ie/
Bogi RedReticule
I adore these earthy tones on you! Such a beautiful preppy chic look.
Red Reticule
Red Reticule Collection
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Madeline Mihaly
I'm as bitter as the -4 degrees about the Cali bloggers. the midwest really blows sometimes!
xo, Maddy
http://cassidylou.com
LyddieGal
I know, those poor Cali bloggers who are just *so sad* they don't get to wear sweaters and boots!
Sometimes I wonder if I will ever move to a warmer climate… but the thing is, this is where my family is and it's hard to imagine starting over somewhere you have no support system.
Perhaps we should just try and pretend that we are really happy we get to 'enjoy' things like blanket scarfs. They are pretty…
Chic on the Cheap
Jeans and a Teacup
Hahaha…are you talking about me Lydia? 🙂 It's true though! I haven't been able to wear any of my pretty sweaters! Poor me… 😉 But you guys can come visit anytime if you want to escape the cold!
Andi
This might be one of my favorite outfits of yours! Your waist looks itty bitty with the flare of the skirt. And you look so perfectly cozy!
Erin Elizabeth
Love this outfit!! 🙂 You look fabulous! It's so stinkin hot here now..I can't get away with scarves anymore!!
xo Erin
http://www.winkandatwirl.com
Nikki
I applaud your use of TSwift lyrics. I love it. And I love this outfit! What I don't love? The cold weather. It is time for it to GO.
Nikki
thefashionablewife.com
Natalia | Fashioned by Love
This look and photos are so beautiful! Love the colours! x
Keit
I know right? Everything there looks rather pretty though, the scenery here is just ugly, black and dirty! Oh,I'm loving your hair, it's fashion model-like! 😀 Fantastic outfit too, so Autumny and cozy!
jess
I love the new Taylor Swift album. I wish it were warmer here. It's 10 degrees right now. I love that blanket scarf. Looks so cozy.
Darcy
Oh my gosh this is PERFECTION! I totally hate how dead everything looks. It is gross and definitely makes it harder to take blog pictures!!
http://www.amemoryofus.com
ravenlocks
LOL! You're so right. I really don't like winter. But luckily we only had like 3 weeks of cold here. Everything is turning green again. Hang in there, Alyssa…this too shall pass. 😉
This outfit is REALLY REALLY FREAKING CUTE. I want everything you're wearing.
xo Azu
http://www.raven-locks.blogspot.com
Sarah
It may be gross out but you get extra points for incorporating TSwift and a blanket scarf. Win and win.
Alyssa
I can't feel my toes so I feel your pain! At least there is Swift lyrics to brighten things up 🙂
Camille {The Lovely Theory}
Amen! I am ready for some sunshine. I love NYC but sometimes I honestly think I might have been insane to leave California! But I'm trying to hold out to spring and remember why. Hang in there! And keep looking adorable! Love your outfit!! xo, Camille The Lovely Theory
Meghan @ Hayes Days
Those boots are GORGEOUS! The leather looks amazing. And I love that you linked to Amazon. That is my favorite place to order my shoes from. I'm addicted to amazon Prime.
Olivia Monopoli
Awww I miss the lovely fall leaves 🙁 What a nice post to see in the dead of winter. I love everything about this outfit. Can you tell me how you tied your scarf? I love how you did that!
Olivia | Her Name Was Celebration
TheTinyHeart
Oh gosh, it is so hard to look at blogs where someone is wearing a tee shirt in February and I'm over here in my parka to go out in the frozen tundra. Over it!
-Sharon
gedesagus yudistira
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