Ladies . . . I can't BELIEVE that the last shawl hidden went undiscovered and unclaimed! Prove yourself the top Treasure-Hunter and take home this summer- weight lovely as my gift to you!

RULES & HINTS: THIS TIME you'll want to zero in on the amazing KIOSKS on THE MALL to discover the shawl's hiding place! If you are the first to match the prize pictured, YOU WIN THE SHAWL! Click the photo for instructions to see if you were the first to the shawl and (if so) receive instructions on collecting your prize. (REMEMBER, It changes location frequently!) With luck and/or persistence, this beautiful 100% lightweight silk, gold beauty (a $35 retail value) will be yours! HAPPY HUNTING!

WOW . . . Your CLOSET COACH has finally completed the new Benefit Program for GOLDEN HANGER MEMBERS! Current Members will be getting personal Membership Key Cards shortly (by snail-mail) along with a hard- copy MALL Directory and list of benefits (which can also be accessed on-line).

Now, in addition to discounts on Sue's services and products (and just WAIT until you see the newest shawls that have just been posted on the PRODUCTS page), a growing list of ALTERNATIVE SHOPPING MALL shops, vendors and service providers are offering discounts and gifts . . . FOR MEMBERS ONLY!

Do you know anybody in either: Indiana, Mississippi, South Dakota or Wyoming? If so, please forward this NEW WRINKLE (sm) to tell them about THE ALTERNATIVE SHOPPING MALL so they won't continue being left out! After only 7 months, we have had visitors from women in the other 46 states and 57 nations outside of the US. (Which goes to prove that smart women the world over seek great products and services at even greater prices!) Whether you live in The San Francisco Bay Area, are visiting, or are seeking on- line discounts and sales, there is something for everyone on THE MALL!

As there is insufficient room to tell you everything</> happening, here are some highlights. At the beginning of October you’ll learn more with your very first issue of "A View from THE MALL" (sm) - designed to provide you with more information on where to find the best for less!

(If you would like your Alternative Shop transformed into a "SMART SHOP;" have an independent business which could be presented in its own KIOSK; or are a retail or commercial enterprise wishing to show your support for Women in Business AND Women at Play by becoming a SPONSOR . . . please contact sue@ theclosetcoach.com for more information.)

Proprietress: Denise Morden
2435 Polk Street.,San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 474-0115 SHOPPING HOURS: W - S 11:30 - 5:30, SU 12 - 4
PURCHASING HOURS: Appointments W - S from 11 - 4

Walking into UNFORGETTABLE I felt somewhat like Dorothy must have felt when she first encountered OZ – or Alice falling down the Rabbit Hole! I was immediately swept up by the shear fantasy of it all . . . like emerging from a time- machine into a world populated by glamorous and romantic memories of women who came before. I was embraced by racks bursting with intricate Victorian lace, starched crinolines of the 50’s, glamorous satin sheaths cut on the bias from the 30’s and 40’s, and oversized hats probably once worn with white gloves at afternoon tea parties by San Francisco’s Grand Dames. Sigh . . . .

"This is what it’s all about,” I mused as UNFORGETTABLE’S gracious Proprietress, Denise Morden lovingly explained the role of each article of clothing – each rhinestone-studded broach – each matching hat and bag – each glorious negligee. “This is where clothing, costuming and personal _expression intersect; where rules are cast aside and we can reach for the era and image which most reflects our inner-woman.”

New York City www.chri stabellescloset.com Shopping Hours: 24/7 Online
Shipping: USPS 5 - 10 business days after receipt of order

Spending much of my time glued in front of my computer screen to bring Alternative Shoppers new goodies housed within THE ALTERNATIVE SHOPPING MALL’S HOTLINKS CAFÉ, I decided it might be fun to review an ONLINE store that would be accessible and available to everybody. Out of the many I have discovered, perhaps one of the sites I most admire has to be CHRISTABELLE’S CLOSET. This clever online Consignment Shop has found a way to bring together many of the same features which make actual consignment shopping such fun without leaving your home.

Christabelle is assisted by a talented group of friends who take in and sort through consignment hopefuls arriving daily. They also offer their individual takes on fashion trends based upon their varying tastes (ranging from jeans-casual to haute couture). It is clever, interactive and the site's fun layout is quite easily navigated. Guided by simple cartoon images, visitors can search for items by type: bags, shoes, dresses, casual, accessories, outerwear, formal wear, suits & 2-piecers, separates, or by size. You'll be amazed by the quality of offerings!

Confused about what's in, what's out and how you're ever going to get to the bottom of it, or afford the latest fashions? Why not grab some friends and schedule a Priva tePlayShop? While you're at it, remember to "Accessorize, accessorize, ACCESSORIZE! Reserve your date for a Pas hminaParty at your home or office. (Don’t forget – the hostess gets a FREE shawl of her choice and there are some new BEAUTIES from which to choose!)

It’s also that time of year to jump into the closet and go through your lightweight clothes, pull out last year’s cooler-weather items; and decide what goes, what stays and what you might need to perfect “Your Look” this season. I LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU!

Don't forget to visit the website for many more tips (and much more talk)! Then, find all the best deals in The San Francisco Bay Area and nationwide on THE ALTERNATIVE SHOPPING MALL: SAN FRANCISCO STYLE! Have a blast and perhaps you'll find your Alternative Shopping experiences the missing smile in your day!

REMEMBER . . . LIFE IS A PARTY AND WE'RE ALL INVITED. (WE JUST NEED TO DECIDE WHAT TO WEAR!)