Merry Monday: Get PINspired

The Merry Mommas are thrilled to be linking up with Sheaffer, Shay and Mel for their monthly PIN-spired post! (We are actually surprised we haven't done it before. We have now decided it's a tradition.) So, welcome! Especially if this is your first time visiting Your Merry Mailbox. We hope you love what you see and follow us along as we try to help you create your perfect Christmas cards!

Now on to that PINspiration. 

Merry Momma K here... I was completely inspired by the thought of black, brown, and grey after reading about this glorious combo on PTMT last year. Y'all. Where have I been? LOVE does not do justice to how I feel about this combination.  My inspiration pic is on the left and on the right is me (and my friend Traci) at a work event - I think I pulled it off nicely. 

But I didn't stop there. 

I bought black, brown and grey EVERYthing. 

Life changed. Y'all - scope out your closets and count how many black, brown and grey items you have. A million, I'm sure. Now multiply them by each other and you will get the number of possible outfits waiting to be discovered in your closet. 

#Ithinkthatshowmathworks

After wearing the combo yet again last week...

(yes, I need a new mirror)

(#acceptinggifts)

it hit me... THIS WOULD BE AN AMAZING COMBO FOR A CHRISTMAS CARD.

#yesIyelledinmyhead

Not convinced? Let me show you some families who ROCKED this combo...

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Seriously, jump on this train. Why you ask, well I will tell you... 

1. Classic

2. You can shop your closet 

3. Layers are your friend

4. Because we said so

Here are some of our favorite looks and pieces for the entire family:

MOM

We love the look of an oversized cardigan - its flattering and comfortable and makes a great statement. Finish the look with some simple jewelry and classic boots (thanks for the recommendation, Sheaffer, I LOVE them.)

i jeans by Buffalo Jeggings / Charming Charlie / i Jeans by Buffalo /  Chinese Laundry

DAD

We know the Merry Husbands would look amazing in this look.(#insertsappycommentabouthowtheylookamazinginanything)

We know the price on this sweater is a bit hefty, but y'all... these are your annual Christmas card pictures. 

#worthit

And we really can't say enough about the extra pop of a hat. Not many people think about it, and it really finishes off a look - especially if Dad has some stubble. 

  BR Sweater / Gap Cords / Hat / Shoes

DAUGHTER

Go ahead and just buy the entire outfit from Next. How stinking CUTE is she? We love this poncho so much and we have been eyeing those Hanna Andersson boots since our girls were babies. 

Next / Target Jeggings / Hanna Andersson

SON

We die over the tiny waistcoat, y'all. Rad wore one in our 2012 card and well, just go look for yourself how cute he was. Next is kind of our tiny secret in YMM world, so you are welcome for sharing that piece of paradise. 

Gap Cardigan / Next Suede / Gap Denim / Next Waistcoat

All this research wouldn't be complete if we didn't give you our picks for the perfect card to match this color combo. 

First up, Tiny Prints.

I think my favorite is the third one, love how the focus is on the family with minimal print distractions.

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And of course, Minted

Love the pop of mint on that third option - would really add some fun to the classic combo. 

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What do you think? What color combo are you using this year? We love to hear from our readers - what is your PINspiration this season???