Blog: Crossroads Style

July 7, 2022 7 Yellow Fashion Pieces for Summer

Why wouldn’t you consider yellow fashion pieces in summer? Yellow is the color of sunshine and limoncello!

That’s why we found 7 yellow fashion pieces that you should consider for your summer looks.

1. Mini

Add a mini in electric yellow to any outfit to bring all the summer vibes.

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2. Plaid

Your next thrifted treasure hunt needs to include a piece (or three) in yellow plaid!

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3. Headband

Maybe you just want to test the waters first. Give yellow a try with something as simple as a headband.

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4. Cotton Skirt

Lightweight cotton or linen skirts are a summer go-to. Mix it up this year and find one in yellow.

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5. Gingham

Yellow + gingham = summer fashion gold!

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6. Sweater

Even in summer, we still find ourselves packing a light sweater for evenings and cooler sea breezes. A yellow one is perfect!

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7. Hat

A bucket hat is a great and stylish choice for summer, so why not try a yellow hat next?

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If you’re still looking for more summer trends to try this season, we have a whole bunch of them listed in our current selling guide. Get some fresh ideas for your closet, and then head over to any of our stores to shop!

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July 5, 2022 Black-Owned Fashion Companies to Know

For the last 2 years, we’ve been putting the spotlight on Black-owned fashion companies each week. There are still so many for us to talk about! If you missed our June picks on our Instagram feed, we’ve included them all here for you.

ANIMA IRIS

Philadelphia-founded @anima.iris creates vibrantly-colored leather handbags made in Africa. With summer finally here, we think their ZAZA GRANDE in watermelon hues may be our favorite. Visit the online shop to see all the pretty options here.

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Sai Sankoh

Ah, is there anything as luxurious as beautiful resort wear pieces? Black-owned label @shopsaisankoh produces pieces designed by @sai.sankoh, a creator of light-as-air and flowy resort masterpieces like this Blue Eloise Goddess Kaftan. Shop the site here.

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Chelsea Paris

@chelseaparisint is a brand that creates luxury footwear inspired by designer Theresa Ebagua’s African heritage. Designs are then crafted beautifully in Italy. Their Izzy style shown here is a customer favorite. See all the stylish pieces on the brand’s website here.

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Lisa Folawiyo Studio

We’re excited to feature Black-owned @lisafolawiyo_studio. Using Ankara textiles, and working closely with craftspeople for finishing touches, the label puts attention to detail front and center. Shop the entire line here.

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We’ve included only a few of the Black-owned fashion companies we’ve featured on our Instagram feed. Jump over there to see even more. You can also join us back here on our website next month when we’ll feature our July picks!

June 30, 2022 5 Fringe Skirt Looks for Summer

A fringe skirt is for the fashion adventurous. It takes a look to the next level with its shape and movement.

There are different ways to wear one, dependent on your personal style and the occasion you’re dressing for. In fact, we can think of 5 fringe skirt looks we really like for summer.

Keep scrolling to see what we selected.

1. Hi-Lo

No one says a fringe skirt has to be part of a fancy look. Give it a hi-lo feel by pairing it with a band tee, tank top, or leather.

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2. Mini

Fringe is especially fun in a mini look. We like the look of this one with a billowy blouse.

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3. Metallic

If you serve fringe up in a metallic tone, you get this beautiful tinsel-like look.

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4. Shawl Wrap

A long shawl wrap offers the benefit of just a touch of fringe, plus a cozy blanket-like piece for your chilling office AC.

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5. Jewel Tones

Go bold and bright with the fringe skirt color you choose. Amp up the piece by finding one in rich tones like emerald and ruby.

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And finally, when looking for a fringe skirt at your local Crossroads location, bring in your gently-used seasonal clothes to sell. You may get that new stunner with store credit!

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June 28, 2022 Q&A with Lauren of @lahallmusic

She’s only 28, but Lauren of @lahallmusic has already made a huge cross-country move, been on one of the biggest shows on TV, and sung in front of a crowd of 30K. Oh yeah, and she’s a Crossroads fan! We had to ask her a few questions.

We’d love to learn more about you, Lauren. 
Well, my name is Lauren Hall, and I’m a 28-year-old singer-songwriter! I’m originally from Chicago, but after graduating college, I moved across the country to Los Angeles to dive headfirst into the music industry and find my voice.

After 2 years in Los Angeles, I lived out one of my biggest dreams by landing a spot on Team Kelly on NBC’s The Voice. Directly after the show is when I started to really hone in on my voice and fully pursue my music career.

During the COVID lockdown, I moved back to Chicago and have since been writing my own music and gigging like a madwoman! I’ve got big plans for my music career over the next few years.
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We’ve noticed you’re a fan of secondhand fashion. How did you get started shopping secondhand?
I’m a HUGE fan of secondhand fashion. Growing up, my mom would often take my sister and me secondhand shopping at Goodwill, but I never fully appreciated it until I moved to LA in my 20’s. In LA, every secondhand store I walked into was like a goldmine!

Being an independent artist, I was usually tight on cash and shopping on a budget, so it was always fun to find amazing, one-of-a-kind secondhand clothing for a great price. I also love the fact that I could bring in clothes that were old to me and trade them in for pieces that were new to me.
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Thank you for the Crossroads IG tags too! Do you have a favorite Crossroads find?
Of course! Crossroads was actually the first secondhand store I was introduced to when I moved to Los Angeles. I usually peruse the entire store for pieces, but my favorite finds almost always end up being funky shoes, jackets, dresses, or jumpsuits. My favorite piece has to be a fuzzy color-blocked purple, red, and brown cropped jacket by NastyGal!
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OK, so we have to talk about the fact that you just sang the national anthem at a Chicago Cubs game in front of 30K fans. What was that experience like?
Oh my goodness, it was an absolutely INCREDIBLE experience. Singing the anthem at a Chicago Cubs game is every Chicagoan’s dream. I’ve sung for many crowds, but this is by far the biggest crowd I’ve ever sung for. Cubs fans are some of the best fans in the world, so the energy in that stadium is absolutely electric. This was actually my 3rd time doing so, and I was called back to sing the anthem again on August 23rd!
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We know that Chicago knows how to celebrate summer! What are you planning to wear this season?
Chicagoans truly experience every single season, so after a long, cold winter, there is nothing quite like summertime in Chicago.

I’m really leaning into a mix of ’90s, ’70s, and 60’s style fashion. Right now, I’m stocking up on corset tops, skorts, corduroy everything, and of course, tons of colorful, bright funky dresses. I’ve spent a lot of my life hiding behind dark colors and black, but this summer, I’m all about bold, bright colors and patterns!

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A big thank you goes out to Lauren for taking the time to share her story. You can hear more of her music on YouTube, or follow her behind-the-scenes @lahallmusic.

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June 23, 2022 How to Work in Sustainable Fashion

If you’re wondering how to work in sustainable fashion, we may have the answer for you. Consider launching your career with a resale fashion company like Crossroads.

The resale fashion industry is growing quickly. It stands out from traditional retail for its unique shopper experience (ever-changing inventory) and environmentally-friendly benefits. Secondhand shopping gets pre-loved clothing into new hands and gives clothing a longer life.

Here’s what resale fashion looks like at Crossroads!

Who We Are: We’re one of the original secondhand fashion retailers, fresh off of celebrating 30 years in business!

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What We Do: We buy, sell, and trade gently used fashion pieces at 35 store locations across the U.S. Sellers bring in their gently-used clothing to sell for cash or store credit. Shoppers enjoy racks of pre-loved clothing at prices well below original retail.

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What We’re Known For: We’re proud of our elevated secondhand shopping experience. Our in-store buyers curate the rack selections with the latest seasons and trends in mind. The clothing selection varies from popular mall brands to vintage gems to designer pieces.

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So our best tip for how to work in sustainable fashion is to join us at Crossroads. Are we hiring? You bet we are!

Read more about our career benefits and see our job offerings here. Besides being a resale fashion store, we’re a big team of people who love fashion and the environment. You can even hear about the company’s history from its first employee and current Chief Retail Officer on the Pre-Loved Podcast here.