We Love Utility Jackets! [Collab]

The Daylee Journal   //   Auteur Ariel

I'm so so excited to be collaborating with Marsa from The Daylee Journal! This sweet lady left me a blog comment a few months ago and when we realized how much we had in common, we were insta-friends!

Things we have in common:

We are both from Hawaii
We are both Japanese
We are both short ;)
We both have ties in Seattle and Utah
We both love fashion (duh)

Sadly, right when we became friends Marsa had moved from Utah to Seattle so we never got a chance to hang out in person! However, since Connor is from Seattle, we visit a ton so we are planning on meeting up in the future!

Another thing to add to the things we have in common is our style. We both have a love for boots, fedoras, and scarves--just to name a few! We decided it was only appropriate to do a collaboration post on how we each styled a specific piece of clothing. So check out how we each styled our utility jackets--a fall favorite for both of us!

Scroll below to see my pics then head over to The Daylee Journal to show some love to Marsa! She seriously is the cutest human ever.

Jacket-PacSun [Similar] // Shirt-Forever 21 // Scarf-Charlotte Russe // Pants-PacSun // Boots-[Similar] // Sunglasses-H&M // Earrings-Thrifted!

I love how the utility jacket looks with stripes and a pop of color from my scarf. Yellow is a fun color to brighten things up with, especially in the Fall when the color scheme is very neutral. By the way, can I just say how stoked I am to bust out my scarf collection? They've been cooped up for way too long.

Also, I'd like to announce that the winner of my Kensie Giveaway is Kaili! Congrats girl!!!

Stay Classy.

May the force be with you...

Shirt-Forever 21 // Cardigan-Forever 21 // Pants-Cotton On // Hat-Cotton On // Bag-Coach // Boots-[Similar]

Comic Con was in SLC this past weekend! I didn't get to go so this shirt/outfit was my tribute to the event haha.

The first time I laid eyes on this gem of a shirt was on the app, ShopKick (shout out to my fellow ShopKickers!). I immediately went to Forever 21's site & to my disappointment, it was sold out. ): However, a few days later while doing some back to school shopping at the Forever 21 at South Towne Center in Sandy, lo and behold! There was the Stormtrooper shirt chilling on the rack! I didn't even have to think twice before I bought it. (:

"May the force be with you, Captain Kirk." -Gandalf.
#howtotickoffnerds

Stay Classy.

Flowers in the Fall

Jacket-Wet Seal // Jeans-American Eagle // Boots-Wet Seal // Backpack-Wet Seal // Earrings-Thrifted! // Necklace-c/o Wild Butterfly Boutique

Is it wrong of me that I still like wearing florals in the Fall? I purposely bought a floral backpack for school so I could wear something with flowers on it every day.
I'm so weird.

So I am obsessed with my Long Chevron Necklace from Wild Butterfly Boutique. Like no joke, guys.
I am not a huge fan of long necklaces--I just have a hard time finding shirts that look good with them. But for some reason, this chevron necklace goes with EVERYTHING! I've only had it for a little over a week and I've already worn it with like, 5 outfits.
It's so small and dainty, yet it pops on every outfit!
I love it!

Check back tomorrow for a fun giveaway I'm doing with Wild Butterfly Boutique! You could win your own chevron necklace or anything your heart desires from their adorable shop!
I'm so excited to be partnering up with them!

Hope everyone is having a great week!

Stay Classy.

Why I Don't Wear Yellow

Shirt-Forever 21 [Similar] // Jeans-American Eagle // Shoes-BCBG // Necklace- c/o Wild Butterfly Boutique

*btw, can you tell my shirt is new? darn creases.

As I mentioned in my BTS HAUL post, my favorite color of Fall is Green. More specifically, Hunter Green! I just love the way it looks on my skin! Unlike the color yellow.

Want to know why I don't like wearing yellow?

One time in high school I wore a yellow shirt. As I was walking through the hallways, one of my guy friends called my name and said, "you look like a rotten banana today!" 

Some people laughed. Some people "scolded" my friend and told him that was a mean comment. I could tell by the sincerity in his voice that he didn't mean it offensively, but the damage was already done. 

I felt like a rotten banana the entire day.

And trust me,

nobody likes to feel like a rotten banana.

So that is the sad sad story of why I don't wear yellow. I'll admit, I have some yellow t-shirts I use to workout and I'll wear some variations of yellow like mustard, but I try to stay away from bright, bold primary color yellow.

Brown + Yellow = No Bueno.

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On a "brighter" note, how adorable is my Mini Bubble Statement Necklace from Wild Butterfly Boutique? I am obsessed with it! Bet you wish you had one of your own, huh?

Well, guess what? 

I'm giving you guys an opportunity to get one of your own bubble necklaces--or any item in WBB's shop--for FREE! This Friday I'm partnering up with Wild Butterfly Boutique to bring you a giveaway! So STAY TUNED for that!

Also, I have another outfit I'm posting tomorrow that features their Long Chevron Necklace.

Yay for awesome sponsors!!!

Please check out Wild Butterfly Boutique! They have the best stuff.

Stay Classy.

Back-To-School HAUL

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Yesterday I did some good ole fashion Back-To-School shopping. I was kind of sad when I realized that Tuesday will be my LAST first day of school. Ever. It's crazy to think I only have a year left of school and then it's on to the real world.

I am so excited to update my Fall wardrobe with these new finds! I think my favorite color of Fall would be Olive/Green. Not to ride the vain train, but I'm a big fan of the way it looks on my skin (being a darker skin tone and all). I did all my damage at Cotton On, American Eagle, Forever 21, J. Crew Factory, and Wet Seal. Bless these stores' hearts.

I must say, my favorite steal of the day was my Boombox Stormtrooper Muscle Tank from Forever 21! Nothing like a little Star Wars to make your outfit retro. And how adorable is that floral backpack from Wet Seal? I haven't shopped in Wet Seal for a while because in the past I thought the styles they sold didn't reflect my own. But I saw that bag online and decided to check to see if they had it in the store. Lucky for me, I snagged the last one (fist pump)--and to my surprise, I also walked out with some combats boots and a jacket! Looks like I might be shopping there more often now!
Oh, and yes, I did buy TWO more fedoras. I think I have a problem guys!

Click on the corresponding numbers above to get a closer look at the items and maybe snag one of your own!

Stay Classy.

Our World Boutique Giveaway

Hey friends! I am excited to be teaming up with Jessica from NC Grown and Our World Boutique to bring you an amazing giveaway! 

Our World Boutique is a trendy little shop that sells beautiful clothing, jewelry, and accessories, all at an affordable price! Their items are inspired by styles from all over the world and they always have such a variety of things in stock! 

I have especially fallen in love with their Sheer Button Shirt, Chevron Necklace, Compass Charm Bracelet, and Denim Purse! You can see how I styled them in the pictures below! Also, have I mentioned that the majority of the items in their store are always on SALE?

Today, TWO lucky readers of Auteur Ariel and NC Grown have a chance of winning one item of their choice from Our World Boutique! Enter by using the rafflecopter below!

Good luck!

Shirt, Necklace, Bracelet, Bag- c/o Our World Boutique // Jeans-PacSun // Shoes-BCBG

Don't forget to check out how Jessica styled her items from Our World Boutique over at NC Grown!


Stay Classy.