October 14th, 2016 by Samantha Weaver Denim Inspiration from ‘Pretty Little Fawn’
Once fall arrived, I realized my denim game could use a much-needed upgrade. I knew exactly where to go for some serious denim inspiration: self-proclaimed denim junkie Courtney of Pretty Little Fawn, because she’s my personal denim guru.
A great pair of dark denim is the perfect beginning to any fall/winter outfit. Courtney and I both naturally gravitate towards high-waisted skinny cropped denim, but this season I’m equally attracted to cropped flares, edgy distressed, and vintage-inspired styles too!
Courtney’s denim motto (and ours) is “MORE DENIM. ALL DENIM ALL THE TIME,” so I picked out a couple of styles right off our sales floor featuring brands that she swears by, including BDG, Levi’s, Zara, and Madewell.
Come shopping at Crossroads to find your next great pair of denim!
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August 9th, 2016 by Jennifer Beile 6 Thrifting Vloggers to Inspire Your Haul
Thrifting is a unique experience that truly gives credence to the saying, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” Digging through rack upon rack knowing there’s the possibility of finding something special is the ultimate thrifter’s high. But sometimes it can be hard to envision an amazing one-off piece in your wardrobe or dedicate enough of your time to make the most of shopping secondhand. That’s where thrift haulers and YouTube videos come in. Read below for my round-up of 6 thrifting vloggers to inspire your haul.
B. Jones Style
Our very own Crossroads Style Council member Beth recently began vlogging again, and I am obsessed! I love Beth’s thrifting videos and self challenges!
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The Line Up
Maya and Julia’s energy is so contagious! These girls have such a great eye for color, accessories, and those small details that really make something special!
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To The 9’s
Cassie and Ricci share their love of fashion through their vlogs and inspire thrifters everywhere to give used clothing a second chance. I love how they show us how they would style their finds!
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The Fashion Citizen
With their thrift hauls, DIYs, and outfit of the week vlogs, these twin sisters are veterans of YouTube vlogging and definitely worth checking out!
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Steal The Spotlight
Discussing anything and everything fashion-related, Katie has some of the best thrift finds and haul vlogs on YouTube!
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Mary Elizabeth
Another one of our own Crossroad Style Council members, Mary proves that thrifting is not just for clothing! Mary is the best at finding shabby home decor and accents and DIY-ing the chic back into them!
There you have it! 6 thrifting vloggers to inspire your next haul. When you’re ready to shop for thrifted fashion, check out your local Crossroads store.
July 26th, 2016 by Jennifer Beile Blogger Looks to Inspire Your Summer Style
When I need style inspiration, I turn to my favorite blogger babes. I love seeing real people celebrate fashion and share their personal style; it is so much more inspiring to me than seeing style carefully crafted by professional stylists! I have been so impressed with all of the lovely ladies I follow lately, so I’ve rounded up some of my favorite blogger looks to share with you and inspire your mid-summer style.
What Olivia Did
Olivia’s brightly striped off-the-shoulder blouse and relaxed denim are perfect for any summer day.
Happily Grey
Mary has perfected the “from work to dinner and drinks” outfit.
Polienne
Paulien of Polienne takes the slip dress trend one step further and layers it over a white tee for a ’90s dream look.
Cali Vintage
Erin keeps it cool and casual in her denim jumpsuit.
Collage Vintage
Sara masters the boho look with her breezy lace dress and suede mini-bag!
Dylana Suarez
Dylana expertly dresses down this dreamy crop top by pairing it with denim jeans.
This Time Tomorrow
Krystal is dreamy and chic in this perfect white maxi that can be dressed up or down.
July 19th, 2016 by Jennifer Beile A Simple Guide to Mastering the Color Wheel
It happens to the best of us—you pick up some new favorite finds while out shopping, get home, and have no idea how to incorporate them into your existing wardrobe’s color scheme. The last thing you should be worrying about before a hectic day is getting dressed. Something so simple and familiar should not cause anxiety; it should be fun!
So, taking it back to grade school, let’s use the color wheel as a cheat sheet to guarantee your colors look great together!
Pair Complementary Colors
Complementary colors are the colors directly across from each other on the wheel and are typically opposite in hue. Remember: opposites attract!
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Pair Analogous (Like) Colors
Unlike complementary colors, analogous colors are the colors that are adjacent on the wheel and are similar hues. Try choosing one as the primary and using others as accents.
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Pair Within the Color Family
Play with different hues of one color to create a fun monochromatic look.
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If all else fails, neutral colors—white, black, grey, and brown—are fail-proof and match with any color. Start small and add color to a neutral outfit. See my tips on adding color to a neutral outfit in my last post!
July 15th, 2016 by Samantha Weaver There’s Cash in Your Closet
According to American fashion designer Michael Kors, “70% of the clothes you own should be meat and potatoes. 30% should be icing and fluff—that’s color, pattern, shine, and accessories.” If Kors has you wondering just how many pieces you’ve bought but never worn, it’s time for a closet clean-out.
Whether you have a surplus of “fluff” in your closet or your wardrobe is overloaded with basics, Crossroads can turn your unwanted clothes into cash with our new Sell by Mail service!
Click here to request your free Sell by Mail bag. Once it arrives in the mail, just fill it up and drop it off with UPS! Then, just sit back and wait for your check to arrive in the mail—it’s that easy.
What We’re Looking For
From Zara and Madewell to Kate Spade and Rag and Bone, we buy it all. Here are some examples of women’s clothing and accessories our Sell by Mail customers have sent in and cashed out big with.
And this service isn’t just for the ladies—we buy men’s clothing and accessories at Crossroads as well!
Pieces We Love
Who doesn’t love a great leather bag or designer wallet? Leather goods and designer accessories are a sure shot when selling to Crossroads, so if you’ve just upgraded your wallet or handbag, consider sending us last year’s favorite.
We Buy All Seasons
Go ahead and send us your Sorel boots or your J. Crew tank top through our Sell by Mail service, because unlike our store locations, we purchase for all seasons year-round. And don’t forget the athletic wear; we love brands like Lululemon, Adidas and Northface.
How Do I Know What to Send?
Just like you, we want pieces that are clean, on-trend, and in great condition. We do not buy children’s, maternity, or fast fashion brands. Crossroads’s selling guide and tutorials page are great places to start if you’re wondering what to send in.
When are you planning your next closet clean-out? Visit our Sell by Mail page for more information on how to turn your unwanted clothing and accessories into cash today.
