Blog: Crossroads Style

It’s now as easy to sell vintage clothing as it is to sell contemporary clothing, as this category of clothing is more popular than ever.

In the past, if you were looking to sell vintage clothing, you had to look for specialty shops that focused specifically on that fashion genre, or set up an online shop yourself.

However, fashion resale shops like Crossroads now dedicate a part of their inventory to vintage clothing, so your option to sell in-store has never been easier. Just follow these 3 steps to increase your odds of selling success.

1. Look for Fashion Resale Shops with Vintage Racks

This is the fun part. Check out your local resale stores to get a feel for what they buy. In particular, look for vintage pieces either mixed into racks or placed on dedicated category racks. In the case of Crossroads, we look for any style of vintage clothing as long as it’s fashion-forward and in great condition.

2. Properly Prep Clothes to Sell

A resale buyer has only minutes to evaluate each piece of clothing you want to sell, so it’s incredibly important that you give vintage clothing the ability to really shine.

Check for Damages and Stains

A vintage concert tee may still be sellable with tiny tears or holes, but no item will pass inspection if it’s stained. Check for stains in spots you might otherwise overlook, like under shirt collars, inside hats, in the underarm areas, and inside of pants.

Wash and Fold Neatly

Clean your items in advance so they smell and look their best. Use a sweater comb to clean up pilly sweaters, and iron the item if it makes it more presentable. The buyer wants pieces that will look amazing on the rack! Finally, fold each item neatly before placing it in your selling bag. This is a time when first impressions really count.

3. Sell to Crossroads

Find your nearest Crossroads location and sign in at the selling counter. No appointment is necessary, and you can shop the store and find yourself new vintage pieces to purchase with the cash or store credit you receive from selling.

These 3 tips alone will significantly increase your chance of selling your vintage clothing. Go ahead and get started!

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A navy suit is one of those fashion investment pieces that tops our list. Alongside the LBD, the leather jacket, and the designer handbag, a navy suit can be worn with a silk blouse or t-shirt and still look sophisticated.

You once needed to find a tailor to get a great-looking (and expensive) navy suit with a perfect fit. Nowadays, however, even popular mall brands are producing suits in quality fabrics and fits.

Find one that fits your budget, and then plan to wear it for years to come. Better yet, find one in your nearest fashion resale shop, like Crossroads Trading.

Here are just a few of the styles to look for:

Double-Breasted

The OG navy suit. Double down and get one with pinstripes.

Cropped

Show a bit of ankle so you can get eyes on your shoes.

Velvet

You’ll feel absolutely regal in a velvet version.

Casual

Suits come in more casual styles too, like this matching set with a cropped lapel and sleeves.

Skirt Set

Don’t forget the skirt suit set! We currently like them with peplum waists and skirts that hit below the knee.

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Western style grows in popularity in the fall when seasonal activities like harvest festivals and pumpkin patch visits hit our calendars.

While the pieces involved in western style are casual, there’s something distinct about the look that makes it a classic. That’s we included the style in our seasonal selling guide for this reason.

And we don’t encourage a head-to-toe western look. Instead, bring just a few key pieces into your wardrobe to achieve this style. In fact, here are 7 western style pieces we’re looking for this fall, especially when we’re out shopping secondhand.

A Denim Shirt

We like a dark denim. For added flair, look for western-style pockets.

Fringe Details

Just a touch on your jacket or handbag gives a nod to the style.

Vintage Plaid

There’s something about the soft, faded colors of a vintage plaid that gives off western vibes.

Western Accessories

Sometimes achieving the look is as simple as a western belt buckle or cowboy boots.

A Blanket Coat

The ultimate in cozy fall adventure wear.

Western Shirt

Look for the classic details, like pocket details and piping.

A Western Print Cardigan

We’re looking for one just like this, with a shawl collar.

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Step into any of our Crossroads stores, and you’re already destined to perfect your thrift style.

That’s because our in-store buyers have bought in the best secondhand fashion pieces for our sales racks. Unlike traditional thrift stores, they’ve already curated the sales floor selection with excellent condition clothing from the labels you love.

You can always get a taste of your local store’s current selections by following its regional Instagram feed. There, you’ll get a first look at the latest and greatest items hitting the racks, hand-picked by our employees, and likely to sell quickly.

Get inspired by the looks coming it, then bring in your pre-loved clothes to sell. You may earn cash or store credit to purchase that “new” fashion piece that has your name written all over it.

Here are some of the pieces in our stores right now that will guarantee to take your thrift style up a notch or two.

Balenciaga sweater, $600.

Issey Miyaki pleated pants, $94.

Helena and Kristie embellished loafers, $42.50.

Margiela blazer, $85.

Moschino sweatshirt, $65.

Louis Vuitton bracelets, $250 each.

Looking to sell? Check out our latest selling guide to see what we’re currently looking for.

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