Blog: Crossroads Style

October 10, 2024 Travel Easy with Oversized Handbags

Whether we’re taking a long flight or heading out for a weekend road trip, we find that oversized handbags make everything easier. Who doesn’t want to reach into their handbag on a long flight and find a vast array of travel treats like a fashion magazine, a bag of white cheddar popcorn, a cozy scarf, and noise-canceling headphones?

If you didn’t catch it, we listed oversized handbags in our current selling guide as one of the elevated everyday items we’re looking for this season. We also found lots of examples of them in our brand’s regional feeds on Instagram! Take a look at some of the amazing bags that recently came through our stores. Which one would you choose?

clothing flatlay with black oversized handbag, leopard jacket, and black leather pants

Louis Vuitton oversized handbag in logoed blue denim with brown leather trim

clothing flatlay with Michael Kors oversized handbag in brown, a leaf-print sweater, and cream colored dress

brown leather satchel

large green Telfar bag

large green leather Saint Laurent tote

red leather Celine handbag

large yellow Jimmy Choo tote bag

We’d happily take any of these with us on our next trip! Roomy and well-made, they’re ready to pack up and travel alongside our carry-on bag.

Stop into one of our stores to shop for your travel match. Or, if you have gently used handbags that you no longer love, bring it into a Crossroads location to earn cash or trade for a new-to-you piece. Our stores buy all day every day – no appointment necessary!

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October 8th, 2024 Staff Style Spotlight: Mallory

Mallory and Jose wearing fall fashion

As part of our Staff Style Spotlight series, meet Mallory, an Assistant Manager and Buyer Trainer at Crossroads. We asked our Studio City team to bring their style and star in our latest photoshoot wearing their best secondhand finds. Read about Mallory’s personal style, favorite Crossroads finds, and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.

Quick-Fire Q’s:

Style Icon: Being British I would have to say Victoria Beckham

Current Fav Song: Just The Way You Are by Bruno Mars

Favorite Brands: I love anything Gucci!

Go-to Drink Order: Iced Mocha Latte

mallory wearing a beige sweater, marc jacobs side bag, and a black long skirt with gold boots

What is your #1 selling tip for new sellers?

Check out our Selling Guide online to see what we are buying in this season.

What is your favorite part about working at Crossroads?

I love that working here has made me explore my own style more and try things I usually wouldn’t.

What is the Crossroads Find that got away?

A vintage Gucci black bag!

Mallory and Jose wearing fall fashion

Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Mallory! As an Assistant Manager and Buyer Trainer, Mallory’s responsibilities include training and supervising staff members, hiring and developing fashion-focused staff, and curating retail store merchandise. Does this sound like something you would be interested in? Join our team! Check out our Careers page to learn more about working at Crossroads.

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October 8, 2024 How to Sell Clothes for Money on the Spot

You want to sell clothes for money on the spot. We get it! That’s why we offer a selling solution you can’t find with online platforms or apps.

Here’s how it works. Bring your gently used clothes into any Crossroads store location (except our outlet store in Stockton), and our buyers will assess your clothing and offer you cash or trade that day.  We offer 30% cash or 50% trade of what we price your items for. Take the cash, or use the trade as store credit to refresh your closet with new fashion finds.

You don’t even need to make an appointment because our stores buy all day every day. But if you want to minimize your wait time in-store, you can download the Crossroads waitlist app and add your name to the waitlist remotely. You’ll conveniently receive a text when it’s your turn to sell! (Watch this video to learn how it works).

Get started by checking out our latest selling guide to learn the styles, trends, and labels we’re currently looking for. Then clean out your closet and bring those pre-loved items our way.

Buyer holding up a floral shirt

Sell clothes for money on the spot – the Crossroads way!

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October 3, 2024 Style Inspo: Puffer Jackets

Puffer jackets are undeniably cozy, but how do you keep your look stylish while staying warm? We turned to Instagram to find some style inspiration. Follow along to see what we found!

Go for Pastels

There’s no requirement to wear one in the usual black or gray. Instead, pick one in an unexpected pop of spring color, like this ballerina pink.

woman in pink puffer jacket with white cropped top and jeans

Monochrome & Neutrals

Take the look full monochrome to achieve a simple chic outfit. Weave in other neutrals like winter white and charcoal gray.

woman in black skinny jeans and black puffer jacket

Pick a Fabric Twist

Not all puffer jackets are made in the classic nylon fabric. Look for variety, like this version in corduroy.

man in beige version with white tee and black jeans with chain

Make it Sporty

Add leggings, trainers, and a baseball cap for the ultimate sporty look. Ski slopes not required.

woman wearing all black with baseball cap and trainers

Baggy

We love a good oversized fit, so don’t overlook a baggy style. Pair it with wide-leg jeans or cargo pants.

man in beige jacket with black tee and cargo pants

There are even more seasonal styles to consider in our current selling guide and fall/winter lookbook.

Take a look, get inspired, and then stop into your nearest Crossroads store to shop for the new season. Don’t forget to bring in your gently used seasonal pieces to sell for cash or trade!

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October 2nd, 2024 Staff Style Spotlight: Amanda

Amanda wearing a leather jacket smiling at the camera

As part of our Staff Style Spotlight series, meet Amanda, an Assistant Manager at Crossroads. We asked our Studio City team to bring their style and star in our latest photoshoot wearing their best secondhand finds. Read about Amanda’s personal style, favorite Crossroads finds, and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.

Quick-Fire Q’s:

Style Icon: Mallory and Mickey Knox from Natural Born Killers

Current Fav Song: Psycho by Eddie Noack

Favorite Brands: I love Vivienne Westwood!

Go-to Drink Order: Matcha Latte

Left photo of Amanda wearing a leather jacket smiling at the camera right photo of detail shot of Amandas cowboy skirt and black boots

What is your #1 selling tip for new sellers?

Always look at the Selling Guide and shop around before selling to get a feel for the Crossroads vibe!

What is your favorite part about working at Crossroads?

I love my team and working with unique clothes!

What is the Crossroads Find that got away?

A designer margarita printed mini dress from my first day! I don’t remember the brand but it had a star and I think of her everyday!

left photo of Amanda and Valeria posing together wearing fall fashions right photo of amanda wearing a leather jacket cowboy skirt and tall black boots

Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Amanda! As an Assistant Manager, Amanda assists customers on the sales floor, trains and supervises staff members, and processes the amazing secondhand fashion that comes into their Crossroads. Does this sound like something you would be interested in? Join our team! Check out our Careers page to learn more about working at Crossroads.

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