Blog: Crossroads Style

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.

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

Tell us about your favorite Crossroads find.

Honestly, my Mike Wazowski bag that I chose for the shoot is my favorite thing so far. Some people thought it was weird, but I’m obsessed with weird purses (even better if it’s a mini!). I love funny fashion, not everything has to be serious.

What are you dying to see come into your Crossroads store?

I really am waiting on either a pair of Demonias in my size or a really cool colorway of sneakers. I need more shoes!

What are your favorite spring trends?

I will always and forever be obsessed with pastels! My absolute favorite color is light purple and “Digital Lavender” is one of the big projected colors for Spring 2023. I’m excited to fill my closet with everything that color!

How would you describe your personal style?

Sometimes I feel like I’m still figuring out my own style, but I love alternative the most. Whether it’s Pastel Goth or 90’s Grunge. that’s one thing I love so far about working at Crossroads, is that I am free to experiment day by day and change it up based on what I’m feeling.

What is your favorite thing about working at Crossroads?

I love it when I’m at the tagging counter helping someone in the fitting room or checking someone out at the register and they excitedly tell me about their Crossroads find. Like “Oh I’ve been looking all over for one of these!” or ” Oh my god I wasn’t even looking for this but it’s perfect!” I love that. I get genuinely really happy for them!

Top tips for selling at Crossroads?

You won’t know until you try. Just like you know know what you’ll find in a secondhand store, you also never know what we’re looking for specifically that day. Give it a try, bring it in.

Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Liz! As a Buyer, Liz plays a crucial role by working with customers who come in to sell and selecting merchandise for the store. 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 Jailene, a Buyer at Crossroads. We asked Chicago employees to bring their style and star in our latest photoshoot wearing their Crossroads finds. Read about Jailene’s personal style, favorite Crossroads finds, and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.

Tell us about your favorite Crossroads find.

My cheetah print ruffle Ganni top! (Pictured above)

What are you dying to see come into your Crossroads store?

All leather cowboy booties in blue or pink.

What are your favorite spring trends?

Babydoll mini dresses.

How would you describe your personal style?

Modern 70’s with pops of color and brown tones.

What is your favorite thing about working at Crossroads?

All my coworkers and having the ability to express myself through clothing.

Top tips for selling at Crossroads?

Look at our Style Guide before. Always ask questions.

Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Jailene! As a Buyer, Jailene plays a crucial role by working with customers who come in to sell and selecting merchandise for the store. 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.