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Here's an example of a custom Valentine's Day card a friend sent through Send Out Cards. Isn't she cute as a button?

Valentines Day is a great excuse to show the ones you love a little l-o-v-e.  Here’s a darling and economical Valentines Day gift idea from the heart:

Send a card.

Who doesn’t love getting mail?  Your loved one will be thrilled to get something in the mail (particularly from someone other than Visa!)  It’s easy!  Take a few minutes and go to Send Out Cards to send a free Valentine’s Day card of your choice, postage and all.  Make it memorable and remind your loved one about three of your favorite memories together.  Sending a card is a gesture from the heart and speaks particularly to those who have the Love Language of Words of Affirmation.  They’ll love it!

Case in point: I sent a note to my Dad this week reminiscing some great memories we’ve shared over the years.  He was really touched and it totally brought us closer.  Isn’t strengthening a relationship with a loved one worth a few minutes of your time?  Send love this Valentine’s Day with a gift from the heart!

What have been your most memorable Valentine’s Day gifts?

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One of the best parts about the 2010 Grammy Awards Show is the fashion.  We’ve taken the looks we love and hate and would love your feedback!

Love it!

Jennifer Hudson is wearing a fabulous architectural inspired little black dress by Victoria Beckham.  The dress speaks for itself and she has done well to keep her accessories to a minimum.

2010 Grammys Fashion: Jennifer Hudson photo c/o fabsugar.com

Taylor Swift looks elegant and bedazzled in a hand-embroidered Kaufman Franco dress.  The statement earrings are the perfect touch. Doesn’t she almost looks like a mermaid?

2010 Grammys Fashion: Taylor Swift photo c/o fabsugar.com

Love the draped skirt on Rihanna’s bold Elie Saab Couture gown.  The silhouette is absolutely fabulous.  Still undecided on the feather decor on the bodice.

2010 Grammys Fashion: Rihanna photo c/o fabsugar.com

Hate It

Looks we weren’t so fond of?

2010 Grammys Fashion: Beyonce photo c/o fabsugar.com

Not loving Beyonce’s look.  Particularly her makeup.  And is she really wearing those single strands of tinsel in her hair?!

2010 Grammys: Ciara photo c/o fabsugar.com

Ciara’s futuristic Givenchy gown is a little out there.  Looks like something from an alien movie.  Not a fan.

2010 Grammys: Mary J. Blige photo c/o fabsugar.com

The design of Mary J. Blige’s Gucci dress is not doing her any favors, making her look very full in the hips.  Had Mary J.’s dress had a sleeve or more fullness in top, it would have just balanced her body better.

The Verdict’s Still Out

I’m still undecided on Lady Gaga’s out-of-this world look.  This woman sure knows how to make an entrance!

2010 Grammys Fashion: Lady Gaga photo c/o fabsugar.com

Would you agree with our love/hate/undecided votes?  Who were your favorite and least favorite looks at the 2010 Grammys?

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In case you missed the Utah StyleListe Magazine evening of fashion, here are some photographs of our favorite pieces from the fashion show, showcasing upcoming trends for 2010.

This is one of my favorite looks!  Skinny jeans with open toed heels, and a peacock pattern top.  What a great Friday night outfit!

Love seeing bold colors like this in the dead of winter.

The feminine baby doll look is big this spring!

Can you imagine going out dancing in this textured skirt?

Boyfriend jeans are everywhere this year.

The drape front cardigan continues on for spring and gets a fresh update with the belted look.

Classic Ralph Lauren inspired look.

The ultra-versatile boyfriend blazer look.

Yes!  Color!

The trench coat is a classic look, updated with these jet black leggings. This has such a great feel!

More leggings, paired with a tuxedo jacket and screen print top.

Congratulations to Utah StyleListe Magazine founder Kristen Woodall-Rafajko and stylist Jen Clyde for a successful Evening of Style!  For more photos from the evening, check out Andrea Hanks Photography.

At the evening of style, I had a chance to connect with Hilary and Justin from Alta MODA Bridal, Quinn and Angela from Created by Chicks, Eliana from The Style Manor and the fabulous gals from Enizio.

Watch for the first issue of Utah StyleListe magazine which will be available later in 2010.

What is your favorite look from these trends for 2010?

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Contribute Aid for Haiti Earthquake Victims

Haiti was hit with a 7.0 magnitude earthquake at 4:53pm yesterday, January 12, leaving 3 million people in need of emergency aid.  Since Haiti is the poorest country in the Western Hemisphere, it is ill equipped to handle aftermath of the earthquake alone.

Local Utah business owner Mika Lawson of Mikarose and her sister Laureen are of Haitian descent and have family who were affected by the disaster.  They are partnering with Healing Hands for Haiti and organizing aid for the earthquake victims in Haiti.

If you would like to help in any way, be it monetary, time, donations of food or first aid, your contributions are welcome!

Here are items needed:

• Money (You can make a donation a www.healinghandsforhaiti.org)
• First Aid/Medicine (cough syrup, ointments, etc.)
• Food and water
• Clothes
• Granola bars, Oatmeal
• Shovels
• Picks
• Gloves
• Garbage bags

You can drop off goods at the Mikarose Warehouse tomorrow (165 N 1330 W Suite #2, Orem, Utah), call 801-602-5781 or email for pick-up to haiti@mikarose.com.

Mika Lawson was interviewed by ABC4 on this humanitarian effort to aid the Haiti earthquake victims and the segment will air on the 10:00pm news.

Please give of your time and resources to aid Haiti’s earthquake victims today.

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According to Pantone, the world’s color authority, the color of 2010 is turquoise!  One of my personal favorites, turquoise draws from the calming effect of blue and lively, vibrant aspects of green.

“In many cultures, Turquoise occupies a very special position in the world of color,” explains Leatrice Eiseman, executive director of the Pantone Color Institute®. “It is believed to be a protective talisman, a color of deep compassion and healing, and a color of faith and truth, inspired by water and sky. Through years of color word-association studies, we also find that Turquoise represents an escape to many – taking them to a tropical paradise that is pleasant and inviting, even if only a fantasy.”

So how can you wear turquoise this year?  Turquoise is a great accessory color, with purses, wallets, and jewelry in varying degrees of turquoise.  A common combination is brown and turquoise, like this clutch below.

Red Ruby Rose: Silk Lined Clutch Bag $75

blue bijou: Neesha turquoise and wood bracelet $36

A Different Drummer: My Sister's Secret Purse Organizer $18

Ironically, I seem to have already implemented the new turquoise Pantone color of 2010 subconsciously!  When making sour cream sugar cookies last night, this is the color of the frosting:

And this is the new planner I picked up from Barnes and Noble today:

Rather uncanny…

Are you excited about turquoise as Pantone’s color of 2010?  How do you plan to integrate the turquoise into your everyday ensemble?

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Utah Style Liste Magazine is an up and coming fashion magazine for Utah.  Next Tuesday, January 12th they are having an Evening of Fashion and networking for industry professionals which you are invited to attend.

• Tuesday, January 12th
• 6:00pm - 9:00pm
• Noah’s South Jordan Location - 322 West 11000 South
• Admission is free but space is limited so please RSVP to events@utstyleliste.com

Hope to see you there!

Shade Clothing Christmas Giveaway - Shirred Floral Skirt

A big thank you to Shade Clothing for the generous Christmas giveaway and everyone who entered to win the floral shirred skirt.  And the winner is…

Marisa!

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Congratulations, Marisa!  Marisa’s favorite look is “the yellow Mellow outfit is so cute put together!”  Marisa, please contact us with your shipping information and desired size for your prize!

Shade Clothing has a huge sale happening right now with pieces up to 65%off, so even if you didn’t win, you can score the Shirred Floral Skirt for only $12.99!

We will have more great giveaways in 2010, so please subscribe to Cable Car Couture to hear about the latest.

Wishing you a happy, prosperous and fashionable New Year!

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New Years Eve is around the corner and a marvelous opportunity to get glammed up for a night on the town!  So, what are you wearing New Years Eve?

If you have been having a hard time deciding what to wear for New Years Eve, consider the occasion.  Depending on whether you’re attending the social event of the season or an intimate house party, this will give you a better idea of what would be appropriate for your party.

What to Wear New Years Eve: The Social Event of the Season

If your engagement calls for dressing to the nines, here are some fabulous dressy suggestions!

French Connection - Sophia Swirl Dress $136.80

Victoria's Secret - Double Breasted Jacket $128 and Marisa Fit Pants $88

Forever 21 - Virtuous Beaded Dress $29.80

What to Wear New Years Eve: An Intimate Dinner Party

When paired with a pair of bootleg jeans, skinny jeans or satin pants with heels, these tops will be fabulous!

Forever 21 - Embroidered Tunic Top $22.80

Lulus - Make Me Blush Blouse $53

Accessories

Pull out all the stops on New Years Eve with fabulous and glamorous accessories!

Chloe Clutch and Brooch $75

Blue Bijou - Ginger Chandelier Earrings $16

White House Black Market - Sequin Pump $88

Hopefully this provides some inspiration for your NYE party.

So…  what are you wearing New Years’ Eve?

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Sarah is an Image Consultant and would love to help you look fab on New Years Eve!  Call 801-851-0055 or email us for more info!

A big thank you to Baby Emi Jewelry for sponsoring this darling giveaway for a Jingle Bells Anklet for baby or toddler and everyone who participated in this contest.

The contest winner will receive this darling Jingle Bells anklet for baby or toddler!

Our winner is…

Kristen!

Kristen said, “I would adorn my little 18 mo. old niece with this anklet!”  Congratulations, Kristen!  Please contact us with your mailing address so we can get this anklet off to you ASAP!

Baby Emi Jewelry is a great gift idea for your little one!  Baby Emi Jewelry has generously given Cable Car Couture readers a special 15% off coupon code if you have to have this piece for a gift for a loved one.  Go to www.babyemijewelry.com and enter coupon code CCC15 for 15% off your purchase!

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This contest is now closed.

By Sarah Ward

I always love those magazine features where one piece is worn several different ways.  As part of their 12 Days of Giveaways, Shade Clothing sent us the Shirred Floral Skirt to review for a giveaway and we happily explored a variety of ways that this skirt can be worn!

Paired with this lemon hued collared shirt, this Shade skirt has a professional feel with a fun flair.

They call me mellow yellow

Shirt: RW&Co. Shoes: Walmart. Watch: Timex.

Paired with this delicate dusty rose V-neck 3/4 sleeve shirt, the ensemble takes on a decidedly feminine feel.

Pretty in pink.

Shirt: SmartSet. Shoes: PayLess Shoes.

Paired with a brown V-neck shirt and knee-high boots, you get a more sporty feel.

Sorry... I'm out of clever color comments.

Shirt: Jacob. Shoes: Claire. Necklace: Family Heirloom.

And if it’s cold outside, don a brown bomber jacket.

Jacket: Target.

Recommendations for wearing the Shirred Floral Skirt from Shade Clothing:

1. Tuck your shirt in and play up the waist.
2. Pull out colors from the pattern and match other pieces and accessories in your ensemble.  You’ll notice we pulled yellow, brown and a dusty rose color from the pattern in our pieces.
3. This piece is great if you have a short waist.
4. This piece is great if you have fuller hips and thighs — the skirt conceals a multitude of sins, my dears.
5. This piece is great if you have fab legs you want to show off.  Work  it, girl.

So take a moment and enter to win this versatile and fun skirt from Shade Clothing (it also comes in black/grey)!  Here’s how:

• 1st entry: Leave a comment about which look you like best and why.
• 2nd entry: Become a fan of Shade Clothing and Cable Car Couture on Facebook!
• 3rd entry: Follow Shade Clothing and Cable Car Couture on Twitter!
• 4th entry: Share the love and announce the giveaway on Facebook or Twitter! We even made it super easy for you:
  • Facebook Example: You have GOT to enter to win this awesome Shade Clothing giveaway on Cable Car Couture! http://bit.ly/8iDepv
  • Twitter Example: Enter to win this awesome giveaway from @ShadeClothing on @CableCarCouture! http://bit.ly/8iDepv
• 5th entry: Just for giggles and kicks, tell us what YOU’RE doing to make this Christmas memorable.
• Please leave one comment per entry.

The contest ends on Monday, December 21, 2009 at midnight.  Let’s hear it from you!

PS: If you just can’t wait to win this skirt for yourself, take advantage of some great Christmas Specials right now at Shade Clothing!  From December 14 - 22, if you spend $50, take 20% off your purchase.  With any purchase of $75, take 25% off and if you spend $100, enjoy 30% off!

Merry Christmas!

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Blog Disclosure: Cable Car Couture received free product for writing a review for Shade Clothing.  We honestly love this skirt!