delicious fall fashion from ted baker, susana monaco, and nanette lepore. case in point: ted baker's "ibrahim" cape, perfect to ward off the first hints of chill on those brisk autumn mornings. they're not too far away now, no matter what havoc the heat index is wreaking on your hair and body this week.

to help you believe that cooler weather will come, we are offering 10% off new fall styles through september 10th. mention this email in our stores or enter "fall fashion" in the ordering instructions on our checkout screen. (offer does not apply to sale items and can't be combined with other offers).

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we're very pleased to introduce "a benefit for dc public libraries." concerned about the fragile state of our city's libraries, proper topper joined forces with gypsy eyes records and the federal reserve collective to produce this benefit cd full of music by well-loved dc bands. the cd sells for $10, and all proceeds go directly to the dc public library foundation, funding improvements in libraries throughout dc. listen, enjoy, and help. available at both proper topper locations and on our website. stay tuned for details about an upcoming launch party event, and. . .

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joie jager, designer and founder of soixante neuf jewelry. a true california girl, joie has been designing since her late teens. although it began as a way to pass time, her hobby quickly developed into a full-time, grown-up venture.

joie's creations reflect her passionate, exotic, nature-rooted style. from delicate filigree work to painstaking crocheted gold wire and beading, her attention to detail is clear. the lasting impression: bold, natural and quite spell-binding.

be entranced. . .

the district sample sale! dc's most fashionable shops join forces once again for an evening of good food and drink, fund-raising and - of course - shopping! huge bargains can be scored while having a great time and, best of all, helping an important cause.

tickets are on sale now for this september 12th event and are $40 online, $55 at the door. proceeds will go to miriam's house, a dc-based organization that provides assistance to HIV-infected women. this is an evening you won't want to miss!

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