Cover: Stan Goldberg & Bob Smith

Archie & Friends #47

May 2001 · Archie · 1.99 USD; 2.39 CAD

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In "Gimmick Happy," Melody turns heads at the school dance with a dazzling dress made entirely of one- and five-dollar bills, handing out cash to anyone who dances with her. Jealousy sparks when Alexandra responds by crafting her own showstopping dress—this one stitched from hundred-dollar bills. Written by Bill Webb and illustrated by Stan Goldberg, with inks by Rudy Lapick, colors by Barry Grossman, and letters by Bill Yoshida, the issue’s vibrant art and playful premise shine through, all wrapped in a cover by Stan Goldberg and Bob Smith.

Contains 4 stories

Gimmick Happy

6 pp · Humor, Teen

JosieMelodyValerieAlexander Cabot III

Maid of Money or Here Comes the Million Dollar Melody!

5 pp · Humor, Teen

JosieValerieMelodyAlexandra Cabot

When Melody arrives at the dance in a dazzling dress woven from one- and five-dollar bills and starts handing out cash to the boys, chaos—and a few surprised smiles—ensue. Jealousy sparks in Alexandra, who responds by crafting her own showstopping gown, this one stitched from hundred-dollar bills.

The Eyes Have It

5 pp · Humor, Teen

Josie McCoyMelody ValentineValerie SmithAlexander Cabot IIIAlexandra CabotAlan Mayberry

Costume Capers

5 pp · Humor, Teen

Josie McCoyValerie BrownMelody ValentineAlexander Cabot IIIByronTop Paris designerLeo The IronmanUnnamed driverSoho Sol