Blog: Crossroads Style

July 17, 2024 Seasonal Switch: High Rise Trousers

You don’t need to keep your high rise trousers in the back of your closet just waiting for fall. Here’s a little secret: these versatile pants work for summer too!

We personally like to wear them with go-to summer classics like polo shirts, cropped tees, sailor shirts, and tank tops.  Fitted pieces like these look amazing with the loose and often wide-leg silhouette of high rise trousers.

They also give you plenty of shoe options to choose from, like sneakers, loafers, sandals, and heels.

We recently searched our Instagram feeds for some fabulous examples, and inspiration was delivered. Keep scrolling to take a look at some of the outfits we pinned to our styling boards.

man wearing tan high rise trousers and white polo

woman in striped high rise trousers with cropped tee and jacket

man in tan pants, denim button-up, red puffer vest, and sneakers

woman in wide-leg high rise trousers, striped tee, and denim jacket

woman in white linen pants and black one-shoulder top

woman in navy blue pants and cropped white sweater with tan handbag

Seasonal trends and styles are slowly changing as we move into fall, but you can always count on our selling guide to keep you informed of the pieces we’re currently buying and selling in our stores.

With fall approaching, now’s the time to assess your closet for the upcoming season and decide if there’s anything you can bring into Crossroads for cash or store credit. Stop in to sell and use your earnings to get your closet refreshed and fall-ready.

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July 11, 2024 Seasonal Retail Jobs in Fashion

It’s only the beginning of July, and there’s still plenty of time to earn extra summer cash with seasonal retail jobs.

If you’re someone who loves shopping and following the latest fashion trends, a seasonal retail job with your favorite retailer should top your list. You’ll work with other fashion fans, learn about the latest retail trends, and buy your upcoming fall wardrobe with an employee discount!

For those who prefer secondhand fashion when shopping, consider Crossroads Trading. We’re always looking to grow the teams in our 39 stores across the U.S. Check out our open jobs and all the benefits we offer!

woman working one of the seasonal retail jobs at Crossroads Trading

July 9, 2024 Loafers for Summer Looks

Wear loafers in summer?? This might not be your first instinct, but we think they’re a great seasonal choice.

Loafers are so easy to slip on, and they (yes!) match your favorite summer shorts, whether they’re a preppy pleated pair or in a relaxed boxer shorts style. They work with dresses, skirts, and cropped pants too! Best of all, they are currently trending with comfy socks. Don’t believe us? Keep scrolling to see for yourself.

In fact, take a look at multiple summer looks with loafers that caught our eye on Instagram.

man wearing striped tee, black pants, and tan loafers

woman in a print top, cropped jeans, and brown loafers

woman wearing white shorts, white blouse, and brown loafers

man wearing a black pair with a white t-shirt and black denim shorts

woman in long striped ribbed summer dress

woman wearing a black pair with shorts and a blazer

We consider loafers a staple fashion piece, and that’s why you’re likely to find them in one of our stores. But, if you’ve decided this look isn’t for you, consider bringing in your gently used loafers to one of our selling counters. We love leather versions in modern styles from popular brands. Our buyers will assess them during your visit, and your pre-loved pair might just earn you cash or store credit.

See even more seasonal trends to sell or shop in our current selling guide. There are still plenty of summer days ahead to try out one of these looks!

 

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July 2, 2024 How to Sell Fashion Online

If you’re wondering how to sell fashion online, you’ve come to the right place. The answer might not be what you’re expecting, though!

You might be thinking you need to list your clothing on a website or an app, then take offers and answer potential buyer questions.

Nope. 

You may think you’ll need to package each piece when it sells, becoming best friends with the post office staff as you visit weekly with shipments.

Wrong again.  

How to Sell Fashion Online

How about something like this: you order a free Sell by Mail bag from Crossroads that’s roomy and includes pre-paid postage. You fill it with the items you want to sell and send it off.

Once our buying team receives it, they’ll assess each piece and determine which pieces they can buy in. They aim to buy as much as possible!

You’ll receive notification when they finish your buy, and you can choose your payout in cash (by Zelle payment) or in trade credit that’s good at all Crossroads stores. You also have the choice to have your unpurchased items donated or returned to you for a fee.

sample of Crossroads bag kit for when you want to sell your fashion onlineC

a sell by mail fashion kit from Crossroads

It’s the simplest way to sell fashion online, and it starts by simply ordering your Sell by Mail bag.

 

June 27, 2024 Slim Sneakers are Still Leading

Slim sneakers continue to get all the attention, especially as summer heats up and lightweight shoe options take center stage.

Whether its a pair of Adidas Stan Smiths, Puma Palermos, or Golden Goose Super-Star’s, these minimal sneakers pair just as well with jean cutoffs as a voluminous maxi sundress.

Best part: you know you can always find slim sneaker options at Crossroads!

Keep scrolling to see several looks that capture the ease of this popular shoe style. Notice all the cuffed pants and ankle-length denim, perfect for showing off this favorite!

woman wearing jeans, slim sneakers, black tee, and light gray blazer

man wearing a white t-shirt, jeans, and white slim sneakers

woman wearing a checked shirt, black pants, and slim sneakers

woman in overalls and red long-sleeve shirt

man in t-shirt, jeans, and Vans shoes

man showing off white shoes

If you’re looking for a pair of slim sneakers, visit any of our stores to see if we have a pair just for you. Or maybe you have a pair sitting in your closet that you’ve barely worn. Maybe the sizing wasn’t perfect, or they no longer reflect your personal style. If that’s the case, stop into one of our stores to sell them. One of our trained buyers will assess them for you. If they decide to purchase them, you’ll receive cash or trade based on what they price your items for. Use the cash for summer fun, or the trade for new-to-you fashion pieces.

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