June 7th, 2017 by Melanie Sutrathada 6 Ways to Style the Tropical Trend
You don’t need to go on a two-week vacation to have an excuse to wear tropical prints—the tropical trend is perfectly summery and easy to incorporate into your everyday wardrobe! Read on for six ways you can tropic like it’s hot this summer:
Is there any better way to wear culotte pants than to don a pair in a tropical print? For that extra pop of flirty femininity, style this outfit with a white or chambray off-the-shoulder top.
It’s the perfect time to experiment with mixing different prints together. You can’t go wrong with a tropical print and stripes!
Commit to ultimate vacation vibes by reaching for a loose-fitting dress in a tropical print and a pair of oversized black sunglasses.
Beat the heat in a tropical two-piece outfit. Embrace your inner fashionista by draping a bright colored moto jacket over your shoulders like Aimee Song.
A tropical pajama set that you can wear out in public too? Count us in!
Go against the grain with a tropical print in a bright neon color scheme, like yellow or hot pink.
June 6th, 2017 by Jennifer Beile Summer Vacation Style Inspiration
Summer is here, and we’re in peak vacation mode! Vacation style is more carefree and relaxed than your typical everyday style. But whether it’s a vacation abroad or a weekend road trip, packing for a vacation can be overwhelming. There’s no reason to have to start your vacation with stress, so I’m sharing some of my favorite vacation-worthy styles from bloggers below.
Check these items off your packing list, and make the most of your vacation this season!
Grasie Mercedes, Grasie Mercedes
Grasie’s casual and flirty look is perfect for any summer getaway.
Dylana Suarez, Dylana Suarez
Dylana’s tropical look will have you planning the perfect beach vacation this summer.
Natalie Suarez, Natalie Off Duty
Natalie’s retro summer look is having me dreaming of a desert getaway. Palm Springs, anyone?
Hanna Stefansson, Hanna Elle
Easy, breezy, and effortless: all qualifiers for perfect summer vacation style.
Lucy Williams, Fashion Me Now
You’ll look like anything but a tourist when taking inspiration from Lucy’s simple, easy style.
Brittany Xavior, Thrifts and Threads
Brittany has summer written all over her in her tropical print set!
Sara Escudero, Collage Vintage
An easy print dress should always be an item on your vacation packing list.
May 26th, 2017 by Samantha Weaver What to Wear This Memorial Day Weekend
With Memorial Day coming up fast, we’re on the hunt for that perfect summer look to rock this weekend’s festivities. Whether you’re headed away or hanging with friends at a backyard cookout, we’ve rounded up our newest arrivals fit for any weekend celebration!
Fishtail Seersucker Dress ($40)
Gidget Beach Romper in Mint ($32.50)
Ruffled Off-the-Shoulder Dress in Chambray ($35)
Pinstripe Oversized Blouse with Back Tie ($30)
Crochet Bottom Sundress with Keyhole Tie ($40)
Come shop with us this Memorial Day weekend! We’ll be open on Monday with normal business hours!
May 19th, 2017 by Samantha Weaver New In: Summer Dresses and Skirts
This week at Crossroads, our new collection is heating up with summer dresses and skirts in shades of blue. Check out our tips on how to wear these warm weather-approved pieces like a pro!
1. Warm up your the color palette with earthy tones.
Striped Jumper ($22.50); Knit Crop Tank ($13.50)
2. Mix your prints with just one piece
Cape Cod Floral + Stripe Dress ($25)
3. Opt for an oversized silhouette
Ruffle Bottom Floral Dress ($22.50)
4. Spice up classic stripes with a colorful statement necklace!
These styles and more will be available at a Crossroads near you this weekend!
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May 16th, 2017 by Jennifer Beile How to Create a Curated Closet: A Primer
Recently, I have been seeing and hearing more about scaled-down, curated closets. As fun as fast fashion is and as exciting as having an overflowing closet can be, I am becoming more interested in quality over quantity—pieces I love that I can mix and match together. Not only is a curated closet a way to focus on your personal style, it will also save you money and prep time each morning, and it’ll have less impact on the environment.
So what exactly is a curated closet? A curated closet consists of quality pieces that are meant to mix and match with each other. If this is something you are interested in, there are so many blogs and books out there to help get you started! Check out some of my favorite tips and resources on the topic below.
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1. Define Your Style
Everyone’s style is different, and it may be difficult to define yours. However, you’ll want to narrow it down as much as possible for a challenge like this. For example, my personal style has evolved from a relaxed bohemian to a relaxed minimalist look. I gravitate towards fun prints every now and then, and I’ll buy a few stand-out pieces.
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2. Purge, Purge, Purge
The first step is to go through your entire wardrobe and purge the pieces that you don’t wear. As much work as this step is, it is the most important. You will get a better sense of your style and what is important to you to have for each season. Will you focus more heavily on a combination of tops and bottoms, or do you love to wear dresses? This will be important because the best way to create a curated closet is to focus on the number of items. I like the idea of a range (like 30-40 items) instead of one specific number.
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3. Organize
After you purge your closet and are left with the pieces that you truly love, see if there are any holes in your closet that you need to fill. Are you missing a button-down blouse or a perfect pair of denim? Once you fill the holes in your closet, make a pact with yourself to hold off on shopping until the next season. Remember: the idea is to keep it simple.
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4. Remix
Your biggest challenge will be learning to remix your now limited wardrobe to create an entire season of outfits. This may be challenging if you are used to having a higher quantity of clothing in your closet, but it will help to refine your style and really test your closet curation.
After reading these tips, if you are interested in taking on a curated closet challenge, below are some of my favorite resources for inspiration:
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⋅ Anuschka Rees: This is the site of the author of The Curated Closet, and it will be one of the most in-depth and helpful resources to get you started. Anuschka gives you step-by-step instructions, worksheets, and exercises to help create your new closet.
⋅ Project 333 (Be More With Less): Featured by the Associated Press, The Today Show, and O, The Oprah Magazine, Project 333 challenges you to live with 33 items of clothing or less for an entire three months.
⋅ Unfancy: Caroline began curating her closet and has helpful tips for those just beginning. She keeps it simple, straightforward, and approachable.