Blog: Crossroads Style

When it comes to fashion, is less more? Some of our favorite fashion bloggers prove that personal style doesn’t always have to be over-the-top and dramatic. Keep it simple yet stylish in these six minimalist outfits:

Want an outfit that can easily transition from errands to dinner? Try styling a black leather jacket over a pair of ripped jeans.

This graphic tee and shorts look is an easy combination to pull off, especially since you most likely already have these pieces in your closet!

There’s something that’s so sophisticated and polished about a white tee and jeans.

You can’t go wrong with a bright bodysuit tucked into a pair of high waist jeans!

Kat—of the fashion blog With Love From Kat—proves you don’t need a bunch of colorful outfits to make a statement. Let simple white or black pieces stand out on their own.

Let’s be real—dresses are a girl’s best friend. They’re low maintenance and always look put together.

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They snuck up on us out of nowhere, and now stores like Topshop, Zara, and ASOS are carrying them. Long shorts for women are officially trending!  Arguably the most “unflattering” trend we’ve seen all year, longline or bermuda shorts hit right above the knee line, typically have a looser fit, and have previously been designated an “unfashionable” item… but I kind of love them. I’ve never been a shorts wearer; I don’t know if it’s because of the styles and fits I’ve chosen to try on over the years, but they’ve never felt comfortable enough or sat in the right place when I walked. I know there are so many other ladies out there who have fit issues too and know how unbearable that makes shopping for shorts.

Personally, I will always encourage a trend that breaks the norm and provides an option so totally different from 99% of what’s been available. What fun is fashion if we don’t play dress up every once in a while? After seeing some of my favorite fashion babes rocking longer shorts, I am so very tempted to run out and grab a pair!

Denim Never Fails
Keep it clean and pair long denim shorts with a white blouse and a simple trendy straw bag.

Mixed Prints
Stripes on stripes are a perfectly summery way to style your long shorts—and a cute pup is the perfect accessory!

Summer Whites
Keep cool in summer whites and sneakers!

For The Office
If you work in a traditional office, shorts are hardly appropriate… but long shorts may be the exception. I’m loving a good shorts suit for the summer!

Vacation Mode
High waist, linen, and belted—the perfect way to wear long shorts on vacation, and an effortless way to ease into the trend!

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Hey guys, Mary Elizabeth here sharing yet another favorite Crossroads find and how I style it.  This week is all about my favorite “neutral”: cheetah print. (Shhh, don’t tell leopard!)  I affectionately call it “khaki of the jungle.” In my opinion, it looks great with everything and really bumps up the glam factor.

I picked up this DVF number at the Melrose in Hollywood location. I immediately wanted it, but I was also prepared for a not-so-flattering look, especially on a girl with very round hips. The thing is, DVF knows cut—and it was very obvious in the dressing room that this is an expensive, well-made piece that hugs in just the right places!

With western influences coming in strong for spring and summer 2018, I paired my skirt with a vintage cowboy hat and fringe cardigan. My sleeveless mock neck is Vince, courtesy of Crossroads in Silver Lake.  To finish my outfit, I added a classic espadrille in modern monochrome black and a pair of cat-eye shades.

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Go ahead: be a stunner in any of these three pieces—just in time for the summer heat!

Tie Front Cherry Red Midi Dress ($42.50)

Tri-Tone Striped Jumpsuit ($24)

Green Stripe Cropped Jumpsuit ($42.50)

Come shop these new-in styles and more at Crossroads this weekend!

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When you’re on a limited budget, replenishing your closet each season can be difficult, which is one of the many reasons why I love thrifting and going to Crossroads to fulfill my seasonal, trendy wardrobe cravings (Bring on the summer pieces). You may love a trend one day, but as the honeymoon phase of new clothing wears off, you may find yourself pushing it aside for some of your more classic staples. Why pay full price for something that you may not love forever?

Enter secondhand shopping.  Check out 5 summer pieces I’ll be looking for at Crossroads.

Midi Dresses
Last week I shared my favorite midi dresses for this summer, and I hope it inspires you to find your favorite.

Ruffles
If you’re like me and have shied away from ruffles since childhood, you may be wary about this summer trend. Fear not, ruffles can be fun and age appropriate.

Botantical Prints
If you don’t have a summer vacation on the calendar, you can still dress like you are on vacation in super trendy botanical printed pieces!

Slide Sandals
I’ve been noticing an influx of slide sandals at my favorite Crossroads stores and have picked up a few (heeled and flat) to complete my summer wardrobe.

Bold Colors
My wardrobe is typically full of dark, muted colors, but I’ve been embracing bright, bold colors lately. I love that I can pick up some key pieces at lower prices at Crossroads to mix into my existing wardrobe.

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