Great racks of sale shoes at Richard Barry's Shoes on El Paseo. One rack is $25 a pair, and two racks are priced at $50 a pair. Shoes were originally priced up to $200. Great designer shoes at a discount. Cash or checks only on sale shoes. Spring and evening handbags are 50 percent off.

Was reminded by several folks that E&J is also hosting a big sale - 40 percent off all shoes. Got to put that on your list … easier to justify a new pair at these prices.

Good lookin'

And Affordable Optics, just off El Paseo in the parking area behind the Elephant Bar, says it all.

Liz and Geoff purchased the shop a few years ago and are open year round with everyday low prices. Liz grew up in Yucca Valley and started her optical career with Dr. Rachford when she was just 15 years old.

And whatever your politics - gotta love Sarah Palin's glasses. They have similar frames which regularly retail for $375 to $400 priced at $250 with a two-year warranty.

They also carry names like Silhouette, Jones New York, Gucci, Tura, BCBG, Rayban, Serengeti, Autoflex, Jaguar, Ted Baker of London, and Miyagi - all priced 20 to 30 percent less than regular retail prices.

Call 837-3937 or stop by at 73-885 Highway 111, # 9.

Update your style

In Old Town La Quinta, treat yourself to the new hot celeb item.

Tarah Jade Boutique is carrying the line of Tolani scarves as seen on Miley Cyrus, Lindsey Lohan, Jessica Alba, Sienna Miller and Rachel Hunter.

Shawna just received a new shipment of colorful accessory pieces that can be worn with jeans or just about anything. Great way to update last year's clothes.

See them at tolanicollection .com. You can also find Karmel and Alden Jeans (karmel-alden.com). If Victoria Beckham is wearing them, they have definitely passed the fashionista test.

Yankee Doodle Dandy

And one of my favorite places to shop is the annual Angel View Fall Fashion Show & Luncheon.

This year's theme is Yankee Doodle Dandy. Held once again at Melvyn's in Palm Springs and $60 per person or $70 at the door (but don't wait - it always sells out). Call 322-2440 for information or to purchase your ticket.

You've got mail

Want a prestigious El Paseo address without the prestigious El Paseo rent?

Rent a mailbox from Pak Mail at its new address at 73-030 El Paseo. Great personal service - can even check your mail by phone and get e-mail alerts on overnights as well as packing and shipping, notary, etc.

Call 341-2099 and ask about opening specials.