Blog: Crossroads Style

It’s time to talk about how to style cargo pants because we’re seeing them everywhere. In many ways, they’ve become as much of a wardrobe staple as jeans and leggings. We even included them in our latest selling guide.

They may feel one-note when looking at them alone on the hanger, but trust us that there are several ways to wear them. Here are 6 ways we like to style them.

1. Baggy

This is probably our most-worn look. We like to keep the whole look baggy with a cozy sweatshirt or oversized tee.

2. Edgy

Cargo pants can take on a punk vibe when you add edgy items like combat boots and bomber jackets.

3. With Cropped Tops

Perfect for a warm day, adding a cropped top is an easy way to style cargos.

4. With an Oversized Sweater

With fall and winter on the horizon, we already know we’ll be styling our cargo pants with oversized knits.

5. In Place of Jeans

Try your cargo pants in place of jeans for a whole new look with your casual outfits.

6. Weekend Uniform

It only takes a tank or tube top, sneakers, and a crossbody bag to have you ready for weekend errands or exploration.

That’s exactly how to style cargo pants right now. Find your favorite pair in your local Crossroads to get started.

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Sell your clothes by mail when you can’t seem to find the time to visit one of our stores or photograph and upload listings to a selling app. We know how tiring it can be to keep looking at that bag of unwanted clothing in your closet or trunk of your car!

Sell by Mail is here to rescue you.

The program has been around for years, but not a lot of people know about this convenient option. With Sell by Mail, you can sell to Crossroads in just a few easy steps.

1. Order a Free Bag

Visit our Sell by Mail page and order your free shipping bag. When you order it, you get to decide whether you want to donate unpurchased items or have them returned for a fee. You can also decide if you want your earnings in cash (paid via Zelle) or store credit.

2. Fill the Bag

The bag is really roomy, so fill it up with clean, undamaged items that are still in excellent condition. Check our current selling guide for the styles and labels that are most likely to sell.

3. Mail Your Bag

For added convenience, the bag comes with pre-paid postage on it! Send it off, and then wait to hear from one of our buyers.

Easy, right? Bookmark our Sell by Mail page for the next time you’re looking for a quick way to sell your clothes by mail.

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Move over, jeans. Wide leg trousers are having a moment as the go-to pants for effortless fall looks.

We’re seeing them everywhere and for good reason. All you need to add is a tank top or t-shirt to complete a basic look. Then, add accessories to polish off the look and bring in your individual style. We recommend gold necklaces, leather belts, and big-framed sunglasses.

As summer wraps up, this look is perfect with sandals or slides. But trainers and sneakers will take the same outfit into fall.

When it comes to adding a handbag, we’re likely to pick a mini or straw bag.

And as the weather cools, the next layer to add will be just as simple. An unbuttoned button-down, blazer, or cropped jacket are all excellent choices.

Keep scrolling to see some of the inspiration photos we’ve selected for this fashion item. Then, make your way into any of our store locations to start finding your new favorite fall fashion pieces.

Wide leg trousers are only one of the trends we’ve included in our newly-released selling guide. Take a look to see even more trends we’re eyeing for fall and winter.

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If you haven’t noticed, every Friday on our  Instagram feed, we share some of our favorite Black-owned fashion brands. If you missed them, we’ve included all of the July-featured Black-owned fashion labels here!

RENDOLL

RENDOLL is a global brand on a mission to create attainable luxury fashion that’s focused on femininity and body positivity.

Their pieces are produced by gifted artisans who deliver beautiful resort and party pieces. Click through to their Instagram account to admire them all!

REBDOLLS

REBDOLLS is a self-proclaimed “trend obsessed and size inclusive label.” The brand’s focus is on going-out looks in bold colors, and it offers them in a range of sizes from small to 5X.

Click through to their IG feed and start shopping for your next favorite weekend piece.

Washington Ave

Washington Ave is an online vintage shop that features unique clothing and accessories that will match your individual style.

They even rework vintage pieces to give them new life! Follow their IG to stay on top of what’s coming into their shop right now.

FARAI LONDON

FARAI LONDON is a brand you should have on your radar this summer season. They create beautiful and colorful swimwear, but they also create dresses, matching sets, bucket hats, and even passport covers. You’ll want to pack them all for your next vacation.

Click through to visit their Instagram feed and start shopping.

These are only the July-featured Black-owned fashion labels we’ve shared on Instagram. Follow our feed and check our website monthly for even more featured brands.

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Fall fashion is creeping into our minds as we wrap up July and head into the final stretch of summer. This means starting to read about the expected trends for the season, as well as getting the itch to start shopping our racks for cooler weather goodies.

Fortunately, there are a few summer pieces that will keep their staying power into fall. We bet you already have these 3 hanging in your closet.

1. Tailored Vest

The classic vest has been a major summer trend, and you can expect to keep wearing it into the fall. While you’re likely wearing it now over a tank, you can transition into a tee and then a turtleneck as the temperatures cool through the end of the year.

2. Satin Skirt

Dark romantic is one of the trends expected for fall, and nothing is as easy for getting the look as a long satin skirt in black. We’ve seen them work with tanks and button-downs all summer, but soon they can be worn with soft sweaters and long-sleeve tops.

3. Uniform Dressing

Also known as nouveau normcore, uniform dressing is directed by your personal style. The most popular look for this fall likely includes button-downs, oversized blazers and coats, straight-leg jeans or wide-leg trousers, and sneakers or trainers. You get to pick your favorite pieces, then wear them on repeat.

Our stores will start buying fall fashion next week! This is the weekend to clean your closet and pull out the clothes you no longer love. Then, bring them to your nearest Crossroads store to sell for cash or store credit. No appointment is necessary, and you can use our waitlist app to add your name to the selling list from home.

Stay posted for our new fall/winter selling guide too!

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