Blog: Crossroads Style

If you’ve ever dreamed of turning your passion for fashion into a career that makes a difference, sustainable fashion might be calling your name. From resale retail to eco-conscious design, this growing field offers a unique blend of style, purpose, and opportunity. Here are 5 reasons why a job in sustainable fashion is worth exploring.

1. You’ll Help the Planet—Daily

Working in sustainable fashion means you’re actively reducing the fashion industry’s environmental footprint. Whether it’s giving clothing a second life through resale stores like Crossroads, or educating shoppers about conscious consumption, you’re helping to keep perfectly good clothes out of landfills.

2. You’ll Be Part of a Growing Movement

Sustainable fashion is more than a trend—it’s the future. Consumers are increasingly seeking brands that align with their values. By working in this space, you’re joining a growing industry, while helping to redefine what sustainable style looks like.

3. You’ll Work with Style (and Substance)

Do you love putting together outfits, discovering on-trend labels, and curating clothing racks? Jobs in sustainable fashion, like store buying and visual merchandising, let you stay stylish while supporting ethical practices. It’s fashion with heart.

4. You’ll Find a Community That Cares

From coworkers to customers, people in this space tend to care about more than just clothes. You’ll meet fellow eco-minded creatives and resale lovers who are passionate about making fashion better for everyone.

5. You’ll Make an Impact, One Piece at a Time

That preloved denim jacket you helped price? It might just become someone’s new favorite piece. The small choices you make every day add up to real change in the world of sustainable style.

If you’re looking to get started in sustainable fashion, join the team at Crossroads Trading, where we’ve been helping stylish shoppers buy, sell, and trade secondhand clothing since 1991. Explore our open positions and be part of something both meaningful and fashionable.

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There’s no better time than spring and summer to reach for a flowy dress. As the days get longer and the temperatures rise, our style starts to reflect the ease of the season. That’s where a flowy dress comes in: it’s breezy and chic. Wear one to the farmers market, when grabbing coffee with a friend, or just enjoying a walk in the sunshine.

What we love most is how versatile this piece can be. You can pair a floral midi with sneakers for an easy day look, or slip into a bold printed maxi with sandals for an instant weekend outfit. Add a blazer or a lightweight knit on breezier evenings, and you’ve got a go-to outfit you’ll want to wear on repeat. It’s one of those rare pieces that feels both relaxed and elevated, no matter how you style it.

Flowy dresses also have major secondhand potential. We’re always excited when one comes through our selling counter at Crossroads. They’re seasonally perfect, flattering, and come in endless prints, colors, and silhouettes. If you’ve been holding onto one you no longer wear, bring it in to sell and pass it along to another summer wardrobe. It might just become someone else’s new favorite.

Whether you’re refreshing your closet or shopping for something new-to-you, a flowy dress is a summer essential. Stop by your nearest Crossroads store to find a preloved gem or trade in something from your own closet. Either way, you’ll walk out ready for the season ahead.

Want to try a different spring or summer staple next? We’ve got plenty waiting in store.

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If your closet is filled with pieces that no longer spark joy, it might be time for a closet cleanout. The good news is that you can sell the clothes you no longer love and earn cash or trade at Crossroads.

Selling In-Store

Selling your pre-loved fashion at Crossroads is a simple process, and it starts with gathering the pieces you’re ready to part with. We look for on-trend items in excellent condition from popular core brands like Madewell to luxury designer brands like Chanel. Bring in denim that still holds its shape, dresses that deserve a second chance, and statement pieces that deserve the spotlight. If you’re not sure what we’re currently loving, check out our latest Selling Guide before you start.

Once you’ve sorted your sell pile, bring your items to your nearest Crossroads location. No appointment is needed, and you can walk in and get on the waitlist in store or through our app. Our experienced buyers will review your items on the spot, and you’ll receive a percentage of what we price your items for. That means you can leave with money in your pocket or something new-to-you from the store racks.

Sell by Mail

If you’re not near a store or want to sell from the comfort of home, try our Sell by Mail program. Request a free prepaid bag, fill it with your gently used pieces, and send it our way. We’ll handle the rest.

This season, sell the clothes you no longer love with Crossroads. It’s more than a great way to refresh your wardrobe—it’s a step toward more sustainable fashion. By giving your clothes a second life, you’re keeping them out of landfills and helping others discover their next favorite find.

So go ahead: clean out your closet, find what no longer suits your style, and bring it to Crossroads. Your next great outfit (and some extra cash) could be just a trade away.

Ready to get started? We can’t wait to see what you bring in.

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Spring calls for a softer color palette, and nothing fits the season quite like pastel clothing. As the sun starts to linger longer and flowers bloom in shades of lavender, blush, and mint, we naturally find ourselves gravitating toward these light hues. A pale yellow blouse or a powder blue pair of trousers instantly bring playfulness to any outfit.

Pastel clothing works especially well for transitional dressing. These lighter shades pair beautifully with your everyday neutrals (think white denim, cream knits, and beige trenches). You can go bold with a full pastel moment by mixing and matching shades like lilac and soft green, or by layering tonal pieces in the same family. Either way, the vibe is cheerful, fresh, and totally spring-approved.

If you’re dipping your toe into pastels for the first time, accessories are a great place to start. Try a blush-toned crossbody bag, baby blue sneakers, or a pair of rose-colored sunglasses. Once you’re ready to dive in, we recommend pastel suiting, satin midi skirts, or oversized button-downs. These pieces are not only on trend but super easy to style.

Of course, spring is also the perfect time to sell your preloved pieces and refresh your closet with new seasonal finds. If you come across gently used pastel pieces while cleaning out your closet, consider bringing them into your nearest Crossroads store. We’re always on the lookout for great spring styles. And while you’re there, browse the racks for your next pastel gem.

Ready to lighten things up? Embrace the softer side of spring with pastel clothing that feels as good as the season itself. Trust us: your wardrobe will thank you.

See our latest selling guide.

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There’s something undeniably exciting about walking into a secondhand clothing store like Crossroads without knowing exactly what you’ll find, but confident you’ll leave with something special. It’s the thrill of the hunt that keeps us coming back, and it’s what makes shopping secondhand such an adventure.

Every visit to a resale store is like opening a treasure chest. One moment you’re flipping through the racks, and the next, you’ve uncovered the perfect thrifted denim jacket, a designer handbag you never thought you’d own, or the statement boots that instantly upgrade your entire wardrobe. Part of the magic is that every item has a story, and now you get to give it a new chapter.

We also love the hunt because two trips are ever the same. Inventory changes daily as new pieces arrive, which means that today’s visit could reveal your new favorite outfit. It encourages a more thoughtful, curated approach to personal style. You discover pieces that truly speak to you, often at a fraction of retail prices.

A Blend of Creativity & Sustainability

Secondhand shopping also lets you express your creativity. Maybe you spot a slip dress perfect for layering or a structured blazer that pulls your favorite jeans-and-tee look together. You can mix eras, styles, and brands, all while building a wardrobe that feels uniquely your own.

And let’s not forget the sustainable bonus. Shopping resale helps extend the life cycle of clothing, reducing the demand for new production and keeping great fashion pieces out of landfills.

At Crossroads, we love being part of the journey. Our racks are stocked with thrifted pieces ready for a second life, just waiting for someone like you to discover them. Take a peek at some of the fashion finds recently found in our stores.

Next time you’re ready for a little retail therapy, grab a coffee, clear some time, and come in for the hunt. You never know what amazing find is waiting for you.

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