Blog: Crossroads Style

It’s the last week of 2021 and we’re both reflecting on what the year brought us and ready to turn the page on NYE. Before we give 2021 a grand adieu though, let’s look back at some of the 2021 fashion trends we loved along the way.

Combat Boots

Despite what we all hoped, 2021 ended up requiring us to be as resilient as 2020 did. It’s no wonder then that combat boots kept their place in the front of our closets. If we had to be warriors for another year, we wanted to at least dress like one.

Over-the-Top Pieces

Along that same vein, we needed a little cheer, and for those of us who love fashion, there’s nothing like an over-the-top, shiny, sparkly statement piece to accomplish that. Many referred to it as joy dressing.

To the lucky person who picked up this showstopping jackpot bag from our store floor this year, we salute you.

Vintage

Maybe we were feeling a little nostalgic this year (we did turn 30!), and vintage pieces took us to another place and time. We shopped for oversized prints, fringe, suede, and big buckles. Even better, we bought loads of vintage items into our stores so you could enjoy them too.

Utilitarian

While it was time to return to the world and leave our sweatpants at home, we still weren’t quite ready to think about what to wear each morning. Utilitarian pieces were our solution.

Preppy

Once spring 2021 arrived, we were ready for some sun and socializing. Preppy pieces like tennis skirts and sweater vests were just what we needed.

In years to come when we look back on the year, 2021 fashion trends will leap out of our IG feeds and photo albums. We wore what made us feel great and gave us joy. We hope you did too!

We’ll be back Thursday with more of our favorite 2021 fashion trends.

It’s officially winter, but that doesn’t mean you need to pack up all your dresses for the season. In fact, there is one dress that can take you through a frosty day looking great and feeling warm. Trust us on this: a long knit dress will get you through winter.

When you really think about it, a long knit dress is just another versatile layering piece to add to your toolbox of styling tricks. Select one that’s form-fitting and you’ll find it both keeps heat close to your body and slips easily under bulky coats and scarves. It even looks great with snow boots, tall boots, and combat boots. Don’t forget to try it with tights and leggings too.

Once spring rolls around and you’re shedding layers again, it will stay around for a few more months before summer returns. A seasonal success, for sure!

Take a look at some of the styling inspiration we found on Instagram for the long knit winter dress. Then, take a look at our Selling Guide to see even more trends we’re loving this season.

We definitely understand that selling your clothes to a secondhand fashion store like Crossroads Trading could sound intimidating. We personally know what it’s like to watch a buyer decide to select or pass on the pieces we bring in! So we thought maybe we could ease some fear by having you watch how to sell clothes at Crossroads with one of our dear friends: Mary of Hey Mary Elizabeth.

In this first video, Mary shares an actual walk-through of the selling process at her local store. You’ll see her check-in at the selling counter, discuss the process with the buyer, decide on whether she wants cash or store credit, and walk out with cash and a fabulous new find.

Did you finish that video and are now itching to sell your clothes? In this next one, Mary shares her 4 best tips for cleaning out your closet and choosing the items with the best chance of selling.

And finally, if you want to see Mary sell her clothes to Crossroads through a fun and funky Wes Anderson lens, there’s always this classic video!

We hope that once you watch how to sell clothes to Crossroads, you’ll feel more comfortable coming in to sell. No appointment is necessary, and you just need to be 18 or older. We have store locations across the country ready to welcome you, and a Sell by Mail option too. Thanks for watching!

You have our full permission to gift yourself this holiday season, especially since this year was a little is-it-over-i-think-so-i-don’t-know-oh-no.

We know the act of gifting yourself can mean different things to different people. Maybe it looks like a day off work where you spend the afternoon baking cookies and blaring holiday music. Maybe it’s getting a manicure for your holiday gathering while listening to your favorite podcast. And if you’re a fashion aficionado like us over here, it may mean adding a new accessory to your wardrobe for the New Year.

Since all our wallets tend to be a little lighter this time of year, secondhand fashion pieces make a great option. In our stores, there’s even the option to sell your gently used clothes for store credit and gift yourself without spending a dime!

You know you can count on us to give you some gift ideas too. Our Northern California stores are sharing their wishlists over on their Instagram feed. Keep scrolling to see some of their current picks from the sales floor. Which would you choose?

However you choose to gift yourself this holiday, we hope you can take time to rest and reflect on how much you managed this year. Here’s wishing you a happy holiday season!

The holiday suit always stands out at an office gathering or holiday party because it’s unexpected and sophisticated. It’s even more special in a rich winter tone like plum, red, or green, or in a luxury fabric like silk or velvet. And what about a plaid print?

It doesn’t have to be formal either. We’ve already sung the praises of casual suiting, and any suit can be styled in a relaxed manner with a tank top, camisole, or t-shirt worn underneath. However, if formal is more your style, then there’s plenty of room for bow and silk blouses too!

We have lots of evidence to show you how cool the holiday suit is, and why it’s a mistake to overlook it when planning your holiday wardrobe. And if it just isn’t your style, that’s OK too. We have lovely holiday dresses for you to consider over here.

Keep scrolling for inspiration.

Whether or not the holiday suit meets your personal style, we know we have something on our store racks that will meet your needs. Visit any of our store locations or follow us on Instagram to see what’s hitting the sales floor this week.