January 19, 2023 Our Favorite Winter Knits
It’s still cold out there, but our favorite winter knits are keeping us cozy until spring. Curious about which ones are our staples? We’re sharing them here.
The Bell-Sleeve Sweater
We love all kinds of sweaters, but a bell sleeve sweater is extra special.
Fun Accessories
There will always be a special place in our hearts for knit scarves and beanies, but something new like these knit scrunchies is unexpected.
Oversized
Like a big, warm blanket, oversized winter knits keep us extra warm and are a great match for leggings or straight-leg jeans.
The Classic Cardigan
You know we’re big fans of preppy styles, so we always keep a few cardigans on hand.
Turtleneck
The turtleneck is a winter basic for us, and the turtleneck sweater makes a lot of appearances come winter.
Collared
We like to mix up sweater styles with collared ones, like this great zip-up.
Knit Dresses
Knit dresses in varying lengths are everywhere right now, and we couldn’t be happier about it.
Leggings
Why wear just one knit when you can wear a matching set? Bring on the knit leggings.
January 17, 2023 Selling Clothes from Home is Simple
Selling clothes from home is simple with our Sell By Mail program. It’s free and available to everyone in the continental U.S.
Now’s the perfect time for that New Year closet cleanout, and selling clothes from home is the easiest way to get cash or Crossroads store credit into your hands.
It takes just a few easy steps. Start by ordering a bag on our website. When it arrives, check back on our website for the latest trends we’re looking for. These are exactly the types of pre-loved items you want to look for in your closet.
As you find and decide on clothing to sell, make sure they’re in excellent condition and freshly laundered. Then, add them to the bag. There’s plenty of room!
When you’re done, you’ll notice the bag already has a pre-paid postage label on it.
That means you just need to seal the bag and get it to your local UPS drop-off site.
Now you wait for an email from a Crossroads buyer letting you know how much cash or store credit you’ve earned. If you chose the cash payment option, you’ll receive a Zelle e-payment. If you chose store credit, you’ll receive your card by mail. Time to refresh your closet!
January 12, 2022 How to Style Platform Sneakers
Platform sneakers are a trend we can definitely get behind. Since sneakers are a go-to in our closets, the platform version gives us one more option to choose from.
Plus, styling them is a breeze. Here are 5 ways to get started.
Like Classic Sneakers
The easiest way to style platform sneakers is to style them like your classic sneakers. The platform rise of the shoes amps up the look with no effort on your part.
Monochrome Look
Go monochrome and let the platform extend the length of the look. Remember: monochrome doesn’t have to mean neutral–this look works with brights too.
Color Palette
This photo captures it perfectly! Use your sneakers as a color palette to pick the pieces for the rest of your look. It makes everything pop.
With a Skirt
We like how a skirt at ankle length draws the eye to the sneakers.
With Flares
You’re already going big with the shoes, why not go even bigger with flares? We admire the overall dramatic result here.
Stop into your neighborhood Crossroads store and see if we have a pair of platform sneakers waiting for you!
January 10, 2023 New Year, New Handbag
The secondhand handbag is the new handbag.
The New Year is often a time for a wardrobe refresh, and a new handbag is a perfect first choice. You can shop for a brand-new bag within your budget, or find a higher-quality (and sometimes designer) secondhand handbag for the same price.
With a resale store, you can even sell a pre-loved bag for cash or store credit to use towards a new one!
We recently looked for handbag choices on our stores’ regional Instagram feeds (see links below). We couldn’t believe how many incredible secondhand options they had on their shelves.
Keep scrolling to see exactly what we mean. Then, stop into any of our store locations to see what you can find. We have a very good hunch you’re going to find something you love.
Gucci, contact our Fillmore St. store for details.
Marc Jacobs, contact our Fillmore St. store for details.
Versace, $725.
Louis Vuitton Speedy 35, contact our San Jose store for details.
Chanel, contact our San Jose store for details.
YSL Mombasa Horn Bag, contact our Costa Mesa store for details.
Moschino, $37.50.
Diane Von Furstenberg, $55.
Janis Studio, $55.
January 5, 2023 Start a Fashion Buyer Career
This is the year to finally start your fashion buyer career! You have a dedicated passion for fashion, you love keeping track of the latest labels and trends, and you’re located near one of Crossroads Trading’s U.S. locations.
Crossroads trains its fashion buyers on how to identify the best fashion pieces to bring into its stores. A formalized training program teaches buyers which labels sell best in their neighborhood, how to price clothing for the retail sales floor, how to authenticate designer clothing and accessories, and how to spot the latest styles and trends.
Buyers also get to work with other people who love fashion and can shop at the store with their employee discount. Our team members have built some of the best wardrobes out there! Check out our Instagram feed to see our fabulous staff style in action.
Crossroads is also committed to promoting from within, meaning that you’ll have the opportunity to grow into management roles along the way.
Take that next step and learn more about Crossroads’ open positions. Apply today and start your journey towards a fashion buyer career that you’ll love for years to come. We can’t wait to meet you!
