10 Things...

Haaaaayyyyy all, (internet hand wave), it's Merrily Jenna here! I'm so excited to kick off this blog and I know my Merrily sissy is super excited as well! What better way to begin to get to know the one and only moi, <the one and only> Merrily ME, than a list of ten things that I absolutely <3 <3 <3 <3 right now!

1. Instagram. I am literally addicted to Instagram. The filters, my followers, the people I follow. I don't know about you all, but Facebook just seems so, so depressing right now, know what I mean? I am LOVING the positivity that Instagram exudes. Don't get me wrong, I know life isn't perfect, but isn't it nice to focus on the perfect things in life??? LOVE.

2. Red Barns. Again, obsessed. I recently ran a half marathon through the countryside of cornfields and farms, and every time I passed one of these bright beacons of our state's history, it was hard for me to stop myself to snap some pics and Instagram them (of course!! see item 1.) There is just something about these lovely buildings that tug at my heart strings. Maybe it's their beauty...the color, the texture, the mystery of what lies inside. Who knows? But, I'm lovin em, and they can be a great inspiration for some really sweet fashion picks! 

 3.Chevron. Anyone else absolutely loving this pattern? It's super hot right now, classy and modern, and it literally goes great with any piece of clothing or outfit. I'm particularly partial to chevron dresses (pair with a skinny belt and heels), or a chevron printed scarf. Can you say jeans + chevron scarf = match made in heaven! 

4.Mint Mini Cooper. Don't know why, because I've never particularly wanted a mini cooper before, but I recently saw a picture of a mint colored gem and I melted. Now, it's all I can think about. Every time I see one, I imagine myself cruuiisssinn. It could just be that every time I think about that cute mint mini cooper, it reminds me of one of my OTHER favs in life....MINT CHOCOLATE CHIP ice cream. Mmmmmmm. Who doesn't love mint chocolate chip ice cream? And there you have it.....why I am loving mint mini coopers.

5. Chihuahuas…and…Jack Russels. Anyone who knows me would look at this and say...duh! My Jilly Bean, my beaners, my little gizmo the gremlin, my pup. She's from the streets of Ft. Wayne Indiana and she rocks at being a little chihuahua Jack Russel Mix. I mean, she's awesome, and anyone who's met her most certainly agrees. An easy favorite right now!

6.Flats. Not only do I love love love flats right now because they are so comfortable and versatile, but they are also adorable, and they look great on a casual day with a pair of skinny jeans and a T-shirt. Throw on a piece of statement jewelry and head out the door! I'm in search of the perfect pair of leopard print flats right now and I am going to ROCK them for fall! Send me a pic if you have a pair! I would love to see you rockin your fav flats! 

7. Men’s watches. I have had my eye on these for a while now. Sissy Raechel knows because I am always drooling over them in her store. Well.....to my surprise my Merrily Mama got me one for my birthday and I am IN.LOVE. It literally goes with everything, I can dress it up or down, and I get so many compliments on it! The best part, it was under $50! 

8. Gladwin, MI. My little hometown. The best little hometown ever. So quiet, peaceful, full of so many memories. Every time I go home, I remember who I am, where I came from, and where I'm going. I come back home to the hustle and bustle that is my life with a sense of inner peace and well being and it helps me breeze through life and be happy doing it. This will ALWAYS be on my favorites list.

 9.Pencil Skirts. Since this IS mainly a fashion blog, I figure I should give you guys a glimpse of what I am hearting right now in my closet. Pencil skirts...omg. If you don't have a relationship yet with the pencil skirt, you should start one. They are a great fashion piece! Professional, yet fun. They come in all colors, details, patterns. You can dress them up with a soft shirt and high heels, or dress it down with a t-shirt and flats or sandals (I've done it!) They are classy, sassy, and I promise you, you will get compliments. Plus, they are figure flattering so come on ladies show off what your mama gave ya!! ;)

10.White Wine. Summer is starting to wind down now, and I never thought I would say this (I am a red wine lova), but white has been my preference lately. There is nothing, I say nothing better, than sitting out on the eve of a beautiful summer day, watching the sunset, laughing with girlfriends, drinking a chilled glass of pinot grigio. It's even BETTER when it's a local or Michigan white. I got to spend my 30th birthday with my amazing girlfriends in Traverse City this year wine tasting and wow did we have a great time!! Haaaayyy girls (shout out to you beauties). #jennasflirtythirty you know what I'm talking about!! 

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Okay, that's enough, Jenna. ;) Here are 10 things you didn't know about Me, Merrily Raechel. Maybe we have a few things in common? I can't wait to get to posting more, this is just the beginning of a beautiful friendship...

1// I've got a pretty good blazer collection going. They just look so cute with anything dressed up or dressed down!

2// I'm not very adventurous when it comes to food. I really could eat American or Italian food every day for the rest of my life.

3// skinny jeans are my comfort zone. My current favorite pair are my Mossimo brand from Target.

4// I'm Instagram obsessed (@raechelmary//@merrilysisters//@nennalee23)

5// If I could go back to school, I would go for graphic design. I probably wouldn't be any good at it but I think it would be so interesting and fun!

6// I really hate eating toast without chocolate milk. It's just wrong.

7// I love Pumpkin beer. I like to try as many different ones as I can each year. It's one of the MANY reasons that Fall is my favorite season. Sweaters, jeans, boots, scarves, ahhh so many reasons to gush about it!

8// I have a lot of random tv shows that I watch. My current favorite is Pretty Little Liars. I've been netflix-ing the crap out of it!

9// I have a handbag obsession. I have to get a new one every couple of months. I mean, you have to have one to match all your outfits, right?!

10// I probably go to Target at least once a week. What? I don't ALWAYS buy stuff. okay, yes I do. It's Target, people - I know you love it too!

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Thank you for stopping by for our very first post! We are so excited to start this journey and hope you are ready to discover all of the upcoming surprises we will be unveiling! Also, stay tuned for visits from Merrily Mom and the oldest Merrily Sister. Follow along our merrily way! 

xo 

j + r