Blog: Crossroads Style

Fall is all about sweater weather, listening to Sam Smith’s new song on repeat, and wearing boots all seven days of the week (because, why not?). Boots with heels, stiletto boots, thigh-highs, over-the-knee, ankle boots – there are so many options to choose from.  With that being said, here’s our six-point guide to style boots this fall:

Even the rain can’t put a damper on your fashion game when you’re rocking your favorite rain boots with a dress and trenchcoat.
 

Nothing says model-off-duty like an all-black outfit foundation styled with a pop of color. Top off this look with some tall, black stiletto boots and sunglasses and you’re good to go.
 

Going for a more casual style in your boots? No problem! Wear long boots over a pair of ripped skinny jeans, and style it with a light colored blouse. We suggest anything with ruffles or lace, for a more romantic feel.
 

Besides pumpkin-spice everything, the best thing about fall is that you can wear sweater dresses and knee-high boots all you want.
 

As proven by Kate Ogata, the style blogger behind The Fancy Pants Reports, all black outfits will never go out of style. Add a pair of pointy-toed black boots to toughen up this look.
 

Velvet booties will keep you looking effortless this fall. Forego the neutral colors and opt for a shade in millennial pink for a nice change of pace this fall.

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Pastels for fall… groundbreaking? Not quite. But they are refreshing. We are so used to sticking to neutrals and dark, rich tones when the weather turns grey and cold, but this season, lighten your mood as the weather gets darker by adding soft pastel pieces into your fall wardrobe this season.

Take a look at some of my favorite ways to incorporate pastel colors into your fall wardrobe.

Pair Different Hues of the Same Color
Continue the millennial pink trend into Fall with a cozy pink knit or pretty pink trousers. Or, pair them together like Liz!

Wear a Statement Coat
Keep the sunshine with you all season long and find a statement coat in any bright, pastel color to coordinate with your deeper, richer wardrobe. Yellow pairs well with blues and purples, as we can see with Charlotte’s fashion week outfit.

Lighten Up Your Knits
When shopping for your new knit collection, choose some lighter colors. Pastel colors will compliment the typical Fall colors, like greys and blacks.

Dress it Up
Keep your summer dresses in rotation by adding layers, or look for a new fall dress with lighter colors, and heavier fabrics.

Shoes
Add a touch of soft pastel to your outfit in the form of shoes.

Accessorize
Use your scarf to brighten your outfit, or like Kat, create an entire palate of pastels!

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There’s nothing quite like the thrill of purchasing your first coat for the new season. I tend to go a little overboard with my outwear collection so when our Bell Sleeve Coat arrived, I knew I had to take it home!

Alongside our must-have coat we’re also featuring 5 plant and animal print dresses perfect for the chilly weather ahead (they look great with colored tights!). These styles and more are available at all Crossroads stores this weekend!

Burgundy Bell Sleeve Coat ($58)

Foxy Lady Dress with Sheer Sleeves ($42.50)

Woodland Creatures Dress ($38.50)

Stallion Crest Dress ($38.50)

Potted Cactus Dress ($38.50)

Forest Branches Dress ($38.50)

Come shop for fall pieces with Crossroads this weekend! And don’t forget to bring your gently used fall styles from last year to earn credit towards your purchase!

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If you’re in need of some midi skirt styling tips, look no further than our favorite fashion bloggers! They’ll show you how to expertly wear this fall staple. One of our favorite secrets? Play with proportions. Choose fitted tops that accentuate your waistline or slouchy oversized pieces that can be tucked in.

Here are a few of our other go-to tips for styling a midi skirt.

Play up box pleats. There’s just something so feminine and flirty about box-pleated midi skirts. They have a vintage feel that makes them an instant hit! We love how this black and white top matches the two tones of this skirt.

Pair a plain white tee with a gingham midi skirt for a throwback style that feels fresh in 2017.

Recreate this sultry look by wearing a midi bodycon skirt with a lace top.

We love how Mary Orton of the blog Memorandum paired her ruffle shirt with this pleated skirt.

Can’t enough of the monotone trend? Neither can we! We’re in love with this olive green combination. To get this look, pair the same shade in contrasting textures.

As far as we’re concerned, there’s nothing more creative in fashion than layering multiple distinctive pieces together. This gingham sweetheart top looks great layered with a white t-shirt and tucked into a denim midi skirt.

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It’s that time of year again. The mornings and evenings are getting cooler, but summer’s heat still lingers during the day. No matter the actual weather, something about the beginning of September has us itching to pull out our knits, booties, and coats. Dressing with light layers, muted tones, and key fall accessories will tide you over until it’s time to fully transition your closet from warm weather to cold.

Take a look at these 7 outfits to inspire your summer-to-fall style!

Kristen, WhoWhatWear
WhoWhatWear editor Kristen knows that a blazer is the perfect topper during transitional weather. It provides lightweight coverage that a coat would be too heavy for.

Elifnaz, Belle Melange
Elifnaz’s outfit is perfect for early fall. A muted, long-sleeve floral blouse paired with a denim midi skirt and sneakers will keep you comfortable from morning to evening.

Samantha, Could I Have That?
I love Samantha’s refreshing way of layering two lightweight tops for a little extra coverage.

Julie, Orchid Grey
A good hat is the way to my heart, and with a cool breeze in the air, fall is the best time to break out your hat collection!

Olivia, What Olivia Did 
Olivia’s silk burgundy dress is the perfect transition piece; the long sleeves and high neck add slightly more coverage for early fall days.

Paulien, Polienne
Swap out your breezy blouses for more structured, heavier ones. Statement sleeves like the ones on Paulien’s top are still on trend for this season!

Mary, Happily Grey
If all else fails, throw a lightweight bomber on it and call it a day!

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