Mar 12 2010
C-T and LDS neighborhood
Are we LDS? no. Do we share the same values? Yes.
Christa-Taylor is now featured on LDS neighborhood, Check It Out. 
Archive for the 'Mission Beyond Business' Category
Jul 21 2009
Just 8 short days…
- The contest entries went from a trickle to a flood-
With just 8 shorts days remaining it’s time to send in those drawings!
Woo hoo! There are some fabulous designs here!
For contest guidelines: Design Your Dream Dress Contest
Jul 08 2009
Fashion & Gospel Giveaway!
I met Trish at one of our fashion shows in Dallas, besides her memorable smile, her heart for the Lord is contagious as it is sincere.
It is my pleasure to partner with Trish from FishwithTrish.com, for this Handbag giveaway! Enter to win a chic silver handbag, stocked with hundreds of eye-catching tracks that make sharing the Gospel with others fun and easy. Great conversation openers, I have had fun bringing these to the mall on my shopping trips to spread around. A great reminder that we are here to be Good news!
Contest ends August 1st. Enter now, we’ll count your entry twice if you post the contest on your own blog as well.
Watch the Youtube Video for some futher inspiration:
Jul 04 2009
Testify Mag- Giveaway
In honor of Independence day, welcome to the Testify Magazine giveaway.
It’s new, eye-catching and has a load of talented directors behind it.
You’ll like it.
You might even recognize a few names inside 
What they say about Testify:
Testify is more than the name of our magazine, the meaning behind this word speaks to a movement of people who want publications and media that points beyond an image. Magazines are a part of American tradition, yet they have wandered far from American ideals. Testify Magazine is a publication that points directly to God as the greatness behind the cover stories.
Giveaway for a Year subscription-$25 dollar value
Enter below, post it on Facebook, twitter and your blog and your entry is counted 1,2, or 3 times.
Giveaway ends the 10th!
Jul 02 2009
What’s your Go-To Summer Accessory?
4 classic accessories have made their presence known all across the style board this summer. Most likely, you’ve worn one of the 4 already.
Maybe it’s to branch out into other accessory avenues?
1. Watch – Bold Strap watches have been making a statment when worn with suiting, office attire or feminine weekend wear. It’s a fun piece to incorporate and can be found for very reasonable prices (Target, Forever21)
2. Statement Necklace/layered Necklace. If you haven’t checked out Jcrew’s necklaces, now is the time to do so. They cover the statement and layered look well. Use them as a source for inspiration and shop for your own.
3. Cuff/bangles. From delicate braided hemp bracelets to layered metals cuffs, wrist wear is definitely popular. And who wouldn’t want to have fun with them? They’re so easy to add to any ensemble.
4. Summer scarfs. A slightly tougher alternative to the long bohemian scarf they pair well with thin, unbulky clothes. T-shirts with cardigans or jackets work well. Fold a square scarf into a triangle and tie two of the corners in a knot behind your neck.
Jul 01 2009
Are you a photographer?
If you are in the local Portland Area, friend and fellow photographer Jocelyn Edlin is hosting a photography training course, taught by world-traveled Rowan Gilson the week of July 13th. (Cost is $399)
I will be taking the class, join me if you can
Jun 19 2009
Fashion Friday: Paris Trench
Channeling Audrey Hepburn, or Sophia Lauren. Gosh, I love this coat.
My style: The classic lines of the trench coat mix and match with any wardrobe. I would wear it over my favorite jeans and heels on a mild day. Another possibility is to dress-down a really formal dress. So classic you can’t go wrong.
On Sale for $69
Yours for 24 hours only: $50
Note: Discount credited after purchase.
Jun 14 2009
Vision for ET’s
As I stepped onto the stage, hoping I wouldn’t trip on my way to the front, I was struck by one thought: This is what we’re here for.
Kelly and I traveled down to Dallas to join hands with Beauty from the Heart Ministries as they launched their first conference for young women. We had the privilege of hosting a “modest fashion show”, models and all. (See other post for pics: CT Pics )
As we cycled through the models, mentioning a few fashion tips, I looked out over the crowd, happy to be accomplishing my main goal. Our desire as a company, is to equip women who have a heart to serve God in their dress with cute modest options. I want to jump up and say–> “This is it, this is what we’re here for! You can be modest and stylish simultaneously!”
It was an “Aha” moment.
A few hours later, we flew home, just in time to launch our first-ever “Swingin Catwalk” back in Portland. From the conservative Christian crowd to hard-core swing dancers. The fashion show was such an opportunity to reach out and build relationships with the swing community. I had a captive audience while we spent 2+ hours on hair/makeup.
In one weekend I saw both aspects of our mission in realtime- 1) Equipping young women 2) Using fashion as a tool for the kingdom.
Now how cool is that?
We all have opportunities- are we using them? Using the gifting God has given you, in your sphere of influence, can be the most satisfying activity you’ll ever achieve.
Long live ETs.
Jun 12 2009
Fashion Friday: Tailored Shirtdress
The Tailored Shirtdress has been a CT classic, and the last few are now available for our Fashion Friday discount!
My Style: So how do you style a dress in different ways? I would start by rotating the belt- go for a polished look and wear a patent leather belt, or perhaps more beachy with a woven hemp belt.
Dress it up by wearing it unbuttoned with a shimmery tank underneath and strappy heels.
Normally $45-
Now $35
Note: Discount credited after purchase.
Jun 02 2009
Design your Dream Dress Contest!
(See original post for Contest Guidelines: Design Your Dream Dress )
The deadline is approaching, slowly but surely.
Anyone care to share on how their designs are doing?
Remember, you are only allowed 1 submission per person.
