Looking for a new wig? Or maybe you'd prefer a Papaya enzymatic exfoliation scrub and a fresh set of acrylic nails. So where's a T-girl with styling needs to go and feel comfortable in her surroundings? Well look no further than Carla's, a transgender friendly salon in San Jose, California.

As Carla herself puts it, "Carla's is a celebration of the feminine. It's is a salon, boutique and membership club for the transgender community." Carla has been in the beauty industry for over 30 years. Having owned four salons, she knows a thing or two about how to make a gal look her best.

In the Salon, Carla can make your beauty dreams come true. She offers hair and wig styling, conditioning and cleaning, as well as a wide selection of new wigs ranging from cute and sassy to long and sexy.

If it's make-up you want, it's make-up you'll get. She can do it all: waxing, beard cover, foundation, powder, eyeliner, lipstick, blush, etc. She even offers the ability to videotape your make-over so you can go over the finer points of make-up application again at home. There are also optional services such as electrolysis, cleansing facials, Microdermabrasion and permanent make-up.

But perhaps you want a bit more than hair and make-up. A complete transformation, you say? Well why not! Carla can give a complete make-over from head-to-toe which includes clothing, jewelry, a makeover, wig-styling and advice on make-up application and dress. She can order lunch in or take you out en femme.

If this sounds like a blast but you'd still like a bit more, why not make it a complete shopping day? After the makeover and pictures, you and Carla can hit the malls girlfriend-style, grab lunch together, then shop till you drop. She'll accompany you shopping and offer expert advice while helping you choose and try on clothes.

And that's all just Carla's Salon. Carla's Boutique is the place to look for wigs, breast forms, TV/TS specialty items (waist cinchers, hip and fanny pads, etc), heals and boots, hosiery, make-up, fetish fashions and lingerie!

Best of all, Carla's is a place where girls can hang out together. AS the website says, you can "listen to music, dance, watch movies, read TV/TS magazines and books in the library, order food and a drink, or attend a Rainbow Gender Association meeting. There might be a talk given on feminine gestures, voice or mannerisms."

She also hosts plenty of social functions, including a monthly dinner at Los Gatos' Cats restaurant where you can come dressed in male clothes or en femme. You can also visit Carla's Tea Room (or "T-Room"), which is a place where you can socialize with the girls over a nice hot cup of tea and enjoy something to eat. On her website, it is also a place where you can browse transgender themed movies, read poetry and enjoy artwork.

What doesn't Carla's offer the transgender community? An events calendar, perhaps? Nope, she's got that too. You can check her online Calendar of Transgender Events or request to be placed on her e-mail event notification list.

In short, Carla's is nothing short of amazing. If ever there was a place that supports the transgender community, this is it. Carla's is a one-stop shop for everything you need to become who you want to be, as well as a friendly and fun place to just be who you want to be.