Jan 24 2008
About
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This website is dedicated to encouraging and challenging fellow Empowered Traditionalists, providing helpful information on feminine appeal, modesty and our mission beyond business. Geared towards young single and married women I will be posting regularly every Tuesday and Thursday about how to be an ET in a morally decaying culture. I am doing this because I want to see a counter-cultural revolution of true womanhood that expands beyond my site or business.
Being home-educated has instilled within me a desire to be a culture changer. www.Christa-Taylor.com was a fruit of that desire. Now 22 years old, I love Jesus and want to see Him glorified.
I’m a Christian who just happens to be working in fashion.
My siblings are my companions of choice, and considering I have 7 of them (older and younger) our home is always filled with laughter and crazy stories. My two older siblings are happily married and have given me 4 (nearly) nieces and nephews. You can visit my sisters burgeoning blog HERE
Public Speaking
Among other things, public speaking is one of my greatest delights and enjoy every opportunity to speak at womens/girls conferences around the country. Because being artistic is as much a part of me as breathing, I can be found teaching art classes twice a week as well as actively pursuing music studies in Piano and guitar.
It would be a crime not to mention my Dad, for this is as much about him as it is me. He is the leader of our home and I am joyfully submitted to that headship- His vision is clearly instilled within each of his children and that is essentially why I am here today. Visit My dads blog HERE
About Christa-Taylor.com
For those who don’t know, my family and I launched a clothing line in January 2007. (we really don’t know what we’re doing 
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It all started when several years ago my girlfriends and I jokingly suggested that someone should open a modest clothing company. “Why can’t someone create a store that sells beautiful, feminine apparel that meets our standards?!” Little did I know what I was saying!!
That was just the first pebbles that started the avalanche.
My frustration mounted as I searched high and low for a cute, modest bathing suit. Now, I know everyone’s standards vary, so I won’t go into detail, but there was nothing close to what I was looking for. So after discussing the idea a bit, Dad encouraged me to go ahead and draw up my own. That started the ball rolling and aprox 6 months later we had our first prototype.
Let it be known right now, I DO NOT SEW. I love homemaking and all that, but somehow I never pictured the sewing machine as part of it. Needless to say, I worked closely with a seamstress during the entire process.
We knew online business was the place to be, so we headed in that direction, launching Jan 15, 2007 with a rough, but usable website. We then began adding on additional apparel and additional team members. We are still small, but are advancing our borders one step at a time. Currently I’m corresponding with local and overseas manufacturers, writing product descriptions, networking, blogging, graphic design, sorting out photo shoots…and on and on.
Our Mission Statement
The motivation of Christa Taylor is to create classical, vintage inspired designs that empower women, show true strength and demonstrate to the world that modest, fashion-forward women should be seen and heard. The brand focuses on delivering sophistication, quality and value in an understated collection. Christa Taylor is commited to contributing to numerous philonthropic causes while creating stylish
Fashions for the Empowered Traditionalist.
Business As Mission
The driving passion behind Christa Taylor as a company is using Business as a tool for missions. We are a kingdom business, meaning we see business as means of creating funds to further the cause of the gospel around the world. R.G. Latourneau is one of my greatest heroes. Latourneau, a multi-millionaire, gave 98% of his income away, supporting missionaries across the US and around the world. That’s really my heart in the whole thing, I just want the Lord to use our feeble efforts as a means to glorify Himself.
Never in a million years could I have done any of this without my very amazing, incredible, brilliant, self-sacrificing, ingenious and entrepreneurial family. But, actually, they are really just normal people who do the little things extraordinarily well. Each of us is an Empowered Traditionalist- with different passions and focus. Mine just happens to be clothing.
So that’s my story. Short and sweet version .
If you have any other questions- feel free to ask. ( I really like answering them)
Hi, my name is Jessica, and I love looking at your clothing website. I was excited to find this website from browsing your clothing site. I can recommend this site to my friends now. I think it’s awesome that you are donating some of the profits from your sales to missions. Have you heard of Leslie Ludy? She has written a book for young women called “Set Apart Femininity.” If you haven’t heard of her, you have to read her book. I went to one of her ‘Authentic Girl’ retreats earlier this month, and it was a real turning point for me, spiritually. She is passionate about young women discovering a real, vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ, and she and her husband really want to help orphans all over the world. Perhaps you are familiar with their book “When God Writes Your Love Story?” Their vision for the “set apart life” is tremendous. Please check it out.
Thank you so much for being an entrepreneur for Jesus Christ. It refreshes my heart, and thrills my soul.
Keep on going for God!
Thank you,
Jessica
I like what I read, but it’s too much to read at one time. Do you have this in book form? Many of our ladies do not use the Internet.
Nowadays it so hard to find modest clothing but with your clothing site I have been able to find so much and the prices are great! I recommend this site for all woman that are striving to be modest for the Lord!
I hope in the future that maybe you will have a book out on modesty but until then….God bless your site and you!
Your website is such a blessing, Christa!
I love clothes and the art of dressing in a lovely way – but it is very difficult to remain modest in today’s society. Your call for fashionable, yet modest, clothing is so refreshing. As I’ve looked over your web site I have been encouraged to again raise my standards – for the glory of the Lord!
May the Lord continue to bless you and your ministry.
Hi, Christa! I just wanted to say : I absolutely love your sites, your clothing site has such cute stuff and your ET site is such a blessing and encouragement to me. Thank you so much for putting out such great information and ideas.:-)
p.s. I’m interested in fashion design and might have some ideas that you can use for your site:-) Please write back- Thanks again:-)
Forever an ET,
Rachel:-)
Rachel, thank you for your comment, I would love to correspond further, and please send any and all ideas our way. There are also a couple ways for you to get involved if you like
Hi, Christa! Thanks for writing me back:-) As for my ideas , what do you think about adding a blouse with ruffles down the front and a tie back waist ? Also it’s so hard to find long jean skirts these days
Hope these ideas help. I would love to become more involved- what did you have in mind?
In Christ,
Rachel:-)
well stay tuned girls- they denim may be coming soon
Hey Christa!
I totally agree with Rachel–it would be awesome if you sold long jean skirts…I love wearing denim skirts because it’s kinda like wearing modest jeans!! I’ve also been thinking it would be really cool to have more casual tees (similar to the Juniper Dolman Tee; I love it!!!!) Anyways, thank you from the bottom of my heart for your blogs and the awesome clothing you offer! You inspire me everyday to be bold for Jesus!!!
May the Lord Bless You Today and Always,
Hannah ♥
I have noticed so many women who are wearing V-necked sweaters and tops that are unattractively low and with necks that are too big. They are constantly adjusting themselves to cover their straps or to avoid showing cleavage. Yes, they could wear turtlenecks underneath but sometimes that makes them too hot and bundled up. What we need are sweaters and tops with a very modest V and a tighter neck. Many of us bigger women think the V elongates our necks and makes us look thinner but it is hard to find one that is modest. Just a thought.
Thanks Mary! Yes, V-necks can be treacherous.
hi, my name is lisa
i’m from italy (so forgive my bad english!)
because there was a void and a necessity in the women’s fashion, and it was… modesty and the consciousness of our dignity as women!
i do one’s share trying to wear modestly. thanks for your work, i wish you all the best 
christa i just want say that i started to visit your web-site since one year ago and
i love your clothes and your style, i think you received a talent from Heaven and you’re using it for the glory of God
here in italy doesn’t exist a reflection about modesty and the situation is very sad, because people seem don’t care about it, and it is quite difficult find modest clothes. but, as we know, the modesty grows out of our hearts
Dear Lisa,
Bless you dear sister as strive to dress modestly! If there is anything I can do, please let me know.
Sincerely,
Christa
Beautiful family! God bless yous apostolate and mission! Do you think coming to Brazil some day? We need your site in portuguese
Thank you!
Julie Maria
I am so excited to find you!! I love your clothing line, your mission, your heart, your goals! I love fashion, but hate the barrage of immodest clothing. It’s so hard to find something that is Godly anymore and still stylish! I have a blog and I’m putting a link on it to your site–I can’t wait to feature some of your clothes on it! I love your cecily dress!
Dear Christa,
Also, how do you get the models for your website?
It is a pleasure writing to you. I came across your website just last night after I and my college friends were talking about dressing modestly. I was shocked because I didn’t know you actually have a website up. I was desperately looking for such websites online until I stumbled across yours. The clothes are very pretty and I look forward to my first order! I truly don’t want this culture to define my standards which is why I thank God for last night. It wasn’t a coincidence. I’ll be reading the Empowered Traditionalist website and pray that I can live out my passion to His glory. I’m not sure about it yet
Have a blessed day and thank you for encouraging others!
Sophie
Dear Sophie,
The pleasure is mine, thank you for taking the time to comment- I hope you find much encouragement here. My goal is to proffer the tools you and other young women need to encounter and relate to a culture that no longer understands the value of modesty and femininity.
But praise God, we are making a difference.
We use girls we know primarily. Most are local, some have modeling experience- why?
Hi Christa! I love this site just as much as your other one. (What a great idea for a name- empowered traditionalists!) I love your mission. Your clothes are great. My mom and I sometimes disagree about fashion, but your clothes have style. Style never fades. I’ve never seen my mom spend so much time looking at a website until she went to yours! I try to dress modestly, but sometimes I’d just resort to immodesty because I thought nothing else was out there! I didn’t realize just how much your clothes show who you are, and if you are a Christ-follower, how they should reflect a respect for yourself. I don’t have to resort to immodest clothes when I see your site! You are such an encouragment – thank you.
Elyse
Hi Christa! Your site is wonderful and encouraging. I love your clothes and your vision! It’s awesome that you have such a great relationship with your family and the Lord opened this door for you to launch this business, and glorify Him with your talents and time. Let me know if you are ever interested in expanding into knitwear. I am a knitter and would happy to give you ideas or design, knit samples for you, etc. In addition to teaching music, it’s a huge passion of mine!
I am SOOO thrilled with your clothing website! Thank you for presenting beautifully modest yet stylish clothing. It’s a breath of fresh air! I’m a 36-yr-old wife and mom of a toddler who wants to be modest without being frumpy. The clothes are so youthful, yet appropriate. I can’t wait for the Lord to bless my home-based business so I can support you as a customer!
Hello Christa! I’ve been reading your blogs for about a year and really enjoyed the passion and excitement you put into your projects as well as your faith. God has given you awesome talent and I’m always interested to see what new article or post you’ve put up! I’m a high school junior and am interested in fashion design, but don’t know quite where the Lord is leading me. How would you suggest starting something like this? I know I can’t do a lot right now, but I’m interested to see if fashion is something I will continue with. If you have any ideas or tips on how I could get started that would be awesome! Thanks for being an inspiration! May God continue to bless you greatly!
Hi Sarah,
Yes! We need more modest minded fashion designers! If you are serious about pursuing that field I would recommend a couple different things- 1) Take sewing and pattern making classes locally 2). Research colleges in your area that provide Fashion design degrees, 3) intern with a designer, 4)apply for scholarships
There are books available that give you an overview of what a fashion designer does and is expected to know. You might want to find a few at your local library.
Are there any fashion networks or groups in your area? (I.e. Portland has the Portland Fashion Synergy) – join the group, get to know the industry in your city. Volunteer at the fashion related events ( fashion shows are always looking for dressers, servers, and helpers of various kinds)
Hey, I have a question, can you email me? Thanks!!
Hello dear Christa!
I just wanted to take a moment and thank you for all of your dedicated hard work! I can never express my gratitude at the efforts you have made to create a clothing line that is modest *and* stylish! As you well know, it is beyond difficult to find clothing with that combination.
The Lord has really laid this issue of creating modest clothing on my heart, yet I know that am not equipped well enough to take on work in the fashion industry. It makes me so joyous to see another like-minded young lady going against the grain that society has made and encouraging and upholding others in their personal convictions by providing them with an alternative clothing source! May the Lord richly bless you (and your family) for your fruitful attempts to honor our Holy Lord and Savior through your business!
And as if that (the clothing line) wasn’t enough- I more than appreciate your blog(s) too! Yet another wonderful blog nurturing my scriptural beliefs as well as including helpful tidbits of fashion/style and examples of harmful/healthy lifestyles of noteworthy people in our culture. I have been recommending you to all of my dear friends in hopes that they too will be able to benefit from this great ministry.
Keep up the astounding work, Christa, no matter how hard the straight and narrow road gets! I will keep both you and your line of work in my prayers. Thank you for taking a stand for all of us children (yes, both male and female) of God!
Blessings of grace, peace, and true hope to you and yours,
Amy
Dear Christa,
My name is Adriel, and I just wanted to tell you as so many others have that I love your clothing and your blog. I don’t know much about blogging because I am not a big internet person. But your Empowered Traditionalist blog reminds me of my beloved Brio mag. that Focus had to discontinue because of money problems. For some reason, here lately, I have become more interested in looking pretty and feminine. I love the beautiful and elegant dresses women wore back in the day, and looking on the internet at that type of clothing led me to your clothing website. Thank-you so much for what you are doing. If I had lots of money, I would support your business by buying some of your pretty dresses. I have never heard of such things as empowered traditionalists, but you are so right and everything you say does my heart good and encourages me.
God bless you, and keep up the good work.
adriel
Hi Christa,
I am not a Christian, but, I strongly believe in dressing modestly. Not for the Lord, not “because my mom said so!” and definitely not because the media is advocating it. I strive to dress modestly because I know the kind of respect it generates from people. The first thing someone notices about me will not be my chest or belly, but rather my mind and my personality; which is exactly what I want.
In today’s world, it is very hard to find clothes that are fashionable and yet modest. Every time I shop at stores, I have to ensure that I buy a cami or something to go underneath a simple top. It is honestly a pain and sometimes I leave a store not buying a beautiful top because of how much I may have to expose when wearing it. I never thought modesty and fashion-forward could be used in one sentence. You have made this happen.
I applaud you for taking this initiative and I hope you continue to design clothes for those of us who take special pride in dressing modestly.
Love and Light,
Sumitra
Dear Sumitra,
What a pleasure to hear from you, I am thankful you took the time to write your thoughts and experiences. Personally, I am so encouraged to hear there are still women who value their self-respect in this way.
How did you come to value modesty? Was it a gradual influence or were you always more modest in high-school etc.?
-cT
Hi Christa! I’m a 21 year old married mother of 1 who is becoming more and more interested in Godly dress. With fashions like the one’s on your website, you make this seem easy! Thanks for inspiring me and keep up the good work! I will be recommending this site to my sorority sisters who also aspire to me modest for the Lord! Thanks!
Jasmine Davis
Vice- President of the Esther Iota Chapter
of Alpha Theta Omega Christian Sorority Inc.
“Sister’s In Christ, Sister’s For Life”
alphathetaomega.com
Hi! I admire your sensitivity to God’s mission and your willingness to be a part of it by using your talents to promote modest living, modest clothing–what an idea!
It’s “LeTourneau.”
Just wanted to mention that you’ve spelled R.G. LeTourneau’s last name incorrectly in this post. Thought you might want to update that.
Keep up the great work!
- Abigail
Hello Christa!!! I came to your blog from Megan – the girl who contacted you asking for an interview for Cadia Magazine!!! I work with her on cadia and am so excited to see what you said!
Very pretty and modest dresses, etc. 
Thanks for the amazing clothing on here – very nice!!! I would love to model clothes like this someday… lol
Please visit my blog at : http://www.charebear1010.blogspot.com – it’s called ‘Her price is far Above Rubies” b/c i am trying to be a Proverbs 31 woman…
Thanks and keep up the great work!!
~charity
This is wonderful! I love the clothing, the mission, the “Empowered Traditionalist” title. Good stuff. I’ll be adding you to my blog roll. God Bless You and this endeaver.
Lisa
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Thanks,
Traci
curly2880@yahoo.com