Carol-
Thank you for contacting Bemis Manufacturing. We understand that not everyone will like the Whisper Close feature, and that is why we do still make seat with out this feature. Unfortunately because of the color ( Dresden Blue) we are only manufacturing this color in a seat the has this feature. For assistance, please call our Consumer Care Center at 1.888.722.6488. Representatives are available from 8am to 5pm, CST, Monday through Friday, and will be more than happy to assist you.
Kindest Regards,
Bemis Customer Service