Glutton Tuesdays :: Scoops

Summer. Great time to enjoy ice cream. Scoops is by far one of my favorite ice cream places to visit. AND, it's friendboy approved (he's lactose intolerant... don't tell him I told you). Why? Because they actually make some ice cream flavors with soy! So, we can both enjoy the treat! Before, it would just be me that was the ice cream gorger and he'd be the lonely bystander watching me chow down all by myself.

Scoops is located just off of Melrose on the 101 freeway on Heliotrope. It's totally a hipster area just outside of Silverlake, bordering Hollywood. If you remember my post on Cat Eye Vintage Spectacles, they're right next door to Scoops.

Kind of cute. Hanging from the ceiling is a "Scoops" mobile with their little spoons!

They have a decent number of flavors to choose from. Normal flavors such as cookies and cream to red velvet oreo to brown bread. I personally have not tried brown bread but it is their number one flavor and many people's favorites. I always gravitate to chocolate. Old habits die hard.

You get two scoops of ice cream in your cup. So that means you can get two flavors!

Pictured above is the friendboy's soy-based chocolate & maple oreo ice cream flavors.

I opted to go for coffee peanut butter and red velvet oreo! For once I did not do chocolate (that's because I leeched off the friendboy -- muahaha :P ).

You can even suggest flavors to them... however, some people have some odd taste in ice cream... I won't point any one particular "flavor" out...

What's your favorite ice cream flavor?

Cheetah Senorita

Luckily for me, I get to wear a multitude of different styles/outfits... as long as it isn't blue jeans. I try to make it interesting on occasion by adding prints/patterns and color!

One of my favorite pencil skirts in my work wardrobe is this Banana Republic cheetah print skirt. It's fun and playful yet professional. I decided to pair it with a solid top in this fun plum color since the skirt itself attracts a lot of attention. Remember when I said that I try NOT to wear so much black? Well, this is me still trying to not be so "dark" at work :)

My only gripe about this skirt is that it wrinkles easily. I am constantly standing then sitting, standing then sitting, at work and so it crinkles up all the time. But cheetah print skirt, I forgive you.

I also added this floral applique to my hair. My bangs are getting super long and I am in dire need of a "bang trim". This applique helps to clip my hair back. And it gets my hair out of my face. Otherwise, I'd have a lot of Aaliyah hair-styled posts!

:: Outfit Details ::

Plum Dolman (old) :: New York & Co., similar here

Cheetah Print Skirt :: Banana Republic, similar here

Black Pumps :: ASOS, similar

Gunmetal Loop Chain (actually a necklace) :: Gifted, similar here

Floral Applique (gifted) :: Forever21, similar here

P.S. The ASOS Summer sale is still going on! It's for a limited time so go now! Here are some of my picks: here, here, and here!! AND it's free shipping and free returns :)

Tuesday Twist :: Sugarlips & Coffee Chemistry

We had some great weather this past weekend. I can't wait for more like it. The sun was out, it was very toasty out, perfect skirt weather!

P.S. Get ready for a lengthy and picture heavy entry :)

:: Outfit Details :: 

Navy Asymmetrical Shell (old) :: Woo, similar here

Peachy Prim Lace Skirt :: c/o Sugarlips

M.A.C. Clutch in Yellow :: Rebecca Minkoff

Round Tortoise Sunglasses (old) :: D&G, similar here

Yellow Leaf Print Scarf :: H&M, similar here

Cobalt Faux Suede Flats (old) :: H&M, similar here

The thing about this Sugarlips skirt is that it's really lightweight and layered. It makes a great summer skirt because it keeps you cool and cute at the same time! I actually wore it for a second time to have brunch/get coffee (pictured above) but this time, opted not to wear a scarf (too hot!) and went with a short sleeve basic tee and some accessories to spruce it up!

:: Outfit Details ::

Totally Turnlock Helena Tote :: Marc by Marc Jacobs, similar

Basic Black Tee :: Forever21

Bangles :: Forever21 & T+J Designs

Turquoise Bead Necklace :: Francesca's, similar here

Can I also share with you how awesome Portola Coffee Lab is? A friend and I had been looking to go together but either could never go when they were open OR just could never find a time to go with one another. I decided to drag the friendboy, along with his sis (she is quite the coffee fiend herself) to try this.

Kyoto Technique

So many gadgets and Japanese coffee "chemistry" equipment! This was one of a few different brewing/drip coffee techniques.

Baristas actually wear lab coats while creating the perfect coffee.

Siphon Technique

Siphon method. That light lamp underneath gets that water boiling QUITE hot!

Once the water boils, it rise to the top part of the glass (where it is now empty). The barista will then add freshly ground coffee into the top, stir, the remove the entire apparatus from the heat lamp. He'll then cool it down by wrapping an ice cold towel around the base, as the coffee then gets filtered and siphoned back down into the bottom.

Left to Right: Soy latte (yes, with latte art), Kyoto style Black Coffee, Iced Soy Latte

Do you have a favorite coffee spot? What's your favorite thing to wear for weekend brunch/coffe runs?

Milestone Monday :: den.m bar Fitting

Guess what?! I've reached a blogger milestone! This is the 100th post I've written! Kind of hard to believe that I actually have that many posts under my belt. Feels like I have maybe 20. But 100?! I'm still soaking up that thought!

Of course I want to share with you my own personal experience at den.m bar.

111 West 7th Street, R3, Los Angeles, CA 90014

:: Outfit Details ::

Cobalt Shell :: H&M, similar here

Boyfriend Jeans (old) :: Rock & Republic, similar here

Black Cork Wedges :: Target

Gold & Ivory Necklace :: similar here

Saturdays are REALLY busy for den.m bar so it's always best to make an appointment... instead of just "walk in" like I did. I did some waiting until Zach, the person who would be measuring me, was free. So, I had to entertain myself.

It was my turn and Zach need to measure my waist.

 

Next, my hips. If there's one thing I've been insecure about, it's my hips/thighs. I've always felt that I am un-proportionate because I've got "big hips" compared to my actual waist. Maybe it doesn't seem like it to some but, to me, I've dealt with this for a very long time. I'm a lot better about it now but having to lift my shirt to let Zach measure my hips was a bit uncomfortable for me... especially with my "photographer" snapping photos a few feet away.

And of course, there's measuring the length of the pant leg. 

We also need to measure both the inseam and also the and the calf area and there is also one other measurement that I do not have photographed which is the crotch area.  

I've selected the Skinny Straight style because though I like the skinny jean snug fit, I like for the pant chute opening to be just a tiny bit wider to get in and out of comfortably. After all my measurements are collected, they make your jeans but leave certain areas, such as the waistline/band, unfinished, for a final fitting before completion. So, I will have to go back in one more time for that before I can wear them in my next post.

And what's nice about den.m bar (that I actually did not know before) is that once your measurements have been taken, they store that information and have your pattern on file for future orders. It's a lot easier the next time 'round. Unless you lose weight or suddenly get a lot taller ;) then you might need to go back in again. And if you haven't noticed, for my readers, den.m bar is offering 10% off your order when you mention "An Eye For Fashion". Some items are now available online (such as accessories)!

Thanks for all your support over the last few months to a year in reading my posts. Thanks to those special people who have helped me get this far. You know who you are. And for those of you who don't, I'll link you!

*This is not a sponsored post however all opinions and experiences are authentic. No compensation was provided for my personal thoughts of this business.