Blog: Crossroads Style

As part of our Staff Style Spotlight series, meet Mercedes, a Store Manager at Crossroads. We asked San Francisco employees to bring their style and star in our latest photoshoot wearing their Crossroads finds. Read about Mercedes’s personal style, favorite Crossroads finds, and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.

Tell us about your favorite Crossroads find.

I bought a Dolce & Gabbana black hoodie!

How would you describe your personal style?

My style is very streetwear.

What fall trends are you hoping to see in store?

I’m looking for great layering pieces for fall.

What brands are you hoping to see in store?

I would love to see pieces from Goyard.

What is your favorite thing about working at Crossroads?

I love witnessing unique garments come into the store.

Top tips for selling at Crossroads?

Small details matter. Always check your items for any tears, stains, missing buttons etc.

Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Mercedes! As a Store Manager, Mercedes has the exciting job of creating an aesthetically appealing environment that welcomes all customers, hiring and developing fashion-focused staff, curating retail store merchandise, and working to achieve retail store financial goals. Does this sound like something you would be interested in? Join our team! Check out our Careers page to learn more about working at Crossroads.

As part of our Staff Style Spotlight series, meet Erin, a Store Manager at Crossroads. We asked San Francisco employees to bring their style and star in our latest photoshoot wearing their Crossroads finds. Read about Erin’s personal style, favorite Crossroads finds, and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.

Tell us about your favorite Crossroads find.

I have found the most amazing vintage denim, including orange tabs, chore coats, and bolos.

How would you describe your personal style?

My kids said, “Eccentric gorp-core” and, “tertiary vintage grandpa.”

What summer trends are you hoping to see in store?

We are seeing lots of color and tiered mini dresses.

What brands are you hoping to see in store?

We love when slow fashion and size-inclusive brands come in, like Seek Shelter, Karen Kane, and Big Bud Press.

What is your favorite thing about working at Crossroads?

Being able to cycle our wardrobe with the seasons, and keeping clothing out of landfill!

Top tips for selling at Crossroads?

Talk to your buyer! They can tell you in-the-moment trends. Presentation is important; balled-up items, wrinkled items, tears, stains, etc. make a difference and might not be taken in.

Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Erin! As a Store Manager, Erin has the exciting job of creating an aesthetically appealing environment that welcomes all customers, hiring and developing fashion-focused staff, curating retail store merchandise, and working to achieve retail store financial goals. Does this sound like something you would be interested in? Join our team! Check out our Careers page to learn more about working at Crossroads.

As part of our Staff Style Spotlight series, meet Harlowe, a Floor Supervisor/Assistant Manager in training at Crossroads. We asked San Francisco employees to bring their style and star in our latest photoshoot wearing their Crossroads finds. Read about Harlowe’s personal style, favorite Crossroads finds, and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.

Tell us about your favorite Crossroads find.

My favorite Crossroads find is my Free People fairy dress!

How would you describe your personal style?

A little bit fairy, a little bit gremlin.

What summer trends are you hoping to see in store?

I’m looking for anything sheer, more shorts, and dresses!

What is your favorite thing about working at Crossroads?

I love my coworkers and all of the clothing. I’m learning so much about brands and styles!

Top tips for selling at Crossroads?

Bring in items in good condition!

Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Harlowe! As a Floor Supervisor, Harlowe supervises daily tasks on the sales floor, assists in staff development, and works hard to buy the fantastic items that our customers love. These skills will help Harlow on their current path to becoming Assistant Manager. Way to go, Harlowe!

Does this sound like something you would be interested in? Join our team! Check out our Careers page to learn more about working at Crossroads.

As part of our Staff Style Spotlight series, meet Arnel, a District Manager at Crossroads. We asked San Francisco employees to bring their style and star in our latest photoshoot wearing their Crossroads finds. Read about Arnel’s personal style, favorite Crossroads finds, and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.

Tell us about your favorite Crossroads find.

My favorite Crossroad find would have to be my Schott NYC Perfecto Leather Moto Jacket!

What brands are you hoping to see in store?

I would love to see designers like Willy Chavarria and Prospective Flow, along with classics like Rick Owens, Beams Plus, and CDG Homme/Homme Deux/Homme Plus.

How would you describe your personal style?

I would describe my current personal style as easy breezy pretty. I love everything layered and over-oversized! I want to be swimming in my clothes hahaha! However, I’m a sucker for anything 70’s inspired or vintage, who doesn’t love a non-breathable poly blend!

What is your favorite thing about working at Crossroads?

One of my favorite parts about working at Crossroads is that we are eco-friendly and give clothing a 2nd,3rd, or 4th chance, allowing people to find fun and fashionable clothing at amazing prices! It’s Mother Earth approved and fashion should be accessible to all! Another favorite part is the ability to grow from within the program. We have some of the most talented and hard-working employees and I love to see them grow and shine. Lastly, you can’t forget about having the first pick on all the clothes that come through our doors! I mean…it’s everything!

Top tips for selling at Crossroads?

My top tips for Selling at CTC are:

• Keep it clean and current.
• Remember, it’s never personal, we always want to buy as much as we can for the store, every time.
• Allocate time to sell. Every day is different, so If you are on a tight schedule…try our Drop-Off Service or Sell By Mail.
• If you have any questions, please ask, we are here to help you and love to educate our sellers on what we are looking for.

Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Arnel! As a District Manager, Arnel oversees multiple locations, ensures that each store is hitting its targets, audits the store’s merchandise to give feedback to Buyers, and helps team members with their growth paths. Does this sound like something you would be interested in? Join our team! Check out our Careers page to learn more about working at Crossroads.

As part of our Staff Style Spotlight series, meet Mia, an Assistant Manager at Crossroads. We asked San Francisco employees to bring their style and star in our latest photoshoot wearing their Crossroads finds. Read about Mia’s personal style, favorite Crossroads finds, and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.

Tell us about your favorite Crossroads find.

My two Jean Paul Gaultier mesh tops: a yellow butterfly mesh and a black and red rose mesh. They are my dream tops, I love them!

What brands are you hoping to see in store?

I want to see some Sandy Liang pieces in, vintage 90s shoes, Manolo Blahnik, Gucci, and Prada.

What summer trends are you looking for in the store?

Cowboy boots, western belts, kitten heels, long flowy skirts, sheet, mesh, and lace!

How would you describe your personal style?

90’s goth model with a mix of some cuteness!

What is your favorite thing about working at Crossroads?

I love seeing all the new clothes come in, learning new brands, getting fun new pieces to add to my closet, and working with like-minded people who love clothes as much as me. I also love meeting new customers and helping them find their style.

Top tips for selling at Crossroads?

Check the Style Guide to see the brands and trends we love. Check the Waitlist App to see the line or call us and ask what we are currently buying.

Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Mia! As an Assistant Manager, Mia assists customers on the sales floor, trains and supervises staff members, and processes the amazing secondhand fashion that comes into their Crossroads. Does this sound like something you would be interested in? Join our team! Check out our Careers page to learn more about working at Crossroads.