September 15, 2022 Ravewear Essentials
Ravewear is a fun and popular style rooted in underground edge, and it often crosses paths with other fashion trends and pieces we adore like punk, baggy, corsets, platforms, and Victorian-inspired.
Some brands that make our favorite ravewear pieces are Urban Outfitters, Jaded London, i.am.gia., Off-White, and All Saints. We like to buy them into our stores so they’re waiting for your next thrifting hunt for that big night out.
There’s no better place to look for inspiration than through festival photos, or on the streets of big cities around the globe. Look at enough outfits and you find there are a number of essential pieces that really complete a ravewear look.
Keep scrolling for our list of essentials.
Funky Sunglasses
You’ll need a pair for your day in the sun –or for watching the sunset at an evening show– so pick a pair in a funky shape and color.
Chunky Platforms
Chunky platform shoes, especially in a boot style, ensure you can make lots of ground.
Chain Accessories
Breathe new life into basic pieces by focusing on great accessories like chains.
Sporty Pieces
Lightweight and stretchy fabrics are a popular ravewear choice that will keep you dancing all day or night.
Neon Brights
You have to stand out! There’s no better way than pops of neon.
Faux Fur
Enter the room like the star you are. Faux fur in bright colors is the ultimate.
Bucket Hat
We will always endorse a great hat, and a bucket one is essential ravewear.
September 14, 2022 Staff Style Spotlight: Sarah
As part of our Staff Style Spotlight series, meet Sarah, a Buyer at Crossroads. We asked employees from our Irvine store to bring their style and star in our latest Crossroads photoshoot wearing their Crossroads finds. Read about Sarah’s personal style, favorite Crossroads finds and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.
Tell us about your favorite Crossroads find.
I have yet to find my iconic Crossroads find, but I have hope it’s coming soon! I did find this two piece satin set that I screenshotted a while ago online. Manifestation!
What are you dying to see come into your Crossroads store?
I am dying to see vintage Chanel runway come into the store. A girl can dream!
What are your fall closet essentials?
Leather jacket, leather pants, and chunky boots!
How would you describe your personal style?
I would describe my personal style as timeless. I’m really into finding pieces that will last me a long time, like a capsule wardrobe with some cool, different pieces.
What is your favorite thing about working at Crossroads?
My favorite part about working at Crossroads is being around all the cute clothes. I love seeing the new pieces we get in and seeing what I can snag (winky face). I also love all of my coworkers!
Top tips for selling at Crossroads?
Look on social media to see what is trending and see what everyone is wearing/buying, but also remember your own style! View our Selling Guide here.
Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Sarah! As a Buyer, Sarah plays a crucial role by working with customers who come in to sell and selecting merchandise for the store. Do you love fashion? You should join our team! Visit our Careers page to learn more about working at Crossroads.
September 13, 2022 What We’re Wearing: Baggy Pants
We’ve been wearing baggy pants a lot these days. Maybe it’s a rejection of the skinny jeans trend that hung around for so, so long. Or, maybe it’s a part of our post-pandemic style, where we’ve decided that comfort in clothing should ultimately come first (yeah, that doesn’t sound like us).
Most likely, we’re wearing baggy pants because they’re undeniably on trend this season. We’ve marked them under the category of underground edge in our most recent selling guide, and if you look at any of our company Instagram feeds, you’ll see that our staff is wearing them in multiple styles.
Denim, cargo, trousers, or wide-leg — we love them all. We are as varied with our matching tops too. Sometimes we go for cropped tops to contrast the fit, but an oversized tee with oversized pants is a look we’re just as likely to reach for.
Take a look at our staff inspiration photos below, where we show off their wide range of baggy pants looks. If you want to try the trend too, stop into any of our stores to find a pair that works for you!
September 8, 2022 The Best Secondhand Designer Bags
Is there really any find better than secondhand designer bags at your favorite resale or thrift shop?
A beautiful, high-quality designer handbag is one of those fashion investments with an excellent return. Not only will you find you keep the piece for years (and sometimes a lifetime), but the best designer bags age very well. The leather gets softer over time, and the shape and structure stay intact.
Often, the style even comes and goes into fashion too. Think about all of the 90s designer bags that are in high demand right now.
So add to this fashion investment a discounted price for a secondhand one, and secondhand designer handbags become a treasure hunt find.
With them on our minds, we took a look at some of the Instagram feeds for our store regions (did you know we had those?), and we found our stores stocked with some amazing ones.
Maybe you’ve heard of some of these designers before?
Prada
Celine
Judith Leiber
Burberry
Louis Vuitton
Saint Laurent
Telfar
Continue to see the latest secondhand designer bags that reach our stores by following our regional Instagram feeds linked below, or our main brand feed, @crossroadstrading. We hope you find your perfect match!
September 7, 2022 Staff Style Spotlight: Christie
As part of our Staff Style Spotlight series, meet Christie, a Recruiter at Crossroads. We asked employees to bring their style and star in our latest Crossroads photoshoot wearing their Crossroads finds. Read about Christie’s personal style, favorite Crossroads finds and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.
Tell us about your favorite Crossroads find.
My entire sunglass collection!
What are you dying to see come into your Crossroads store?
Anything Ulla Johnson or Doen. The perfect Levi’s, already worn in and in my size. The Mansur Gavriel Cloud bag too!
What are your fall closet essentials?
Long, flowy dresses, classic blazers, ankle boots, and driving gloves.
How would you describe your personal style?
Modern romance with a bit of the California coastal vibe mixed in.
What is your favorite thing about working at Crossroads?
The amazing creative staff I get to see everyday as well as connecting with customers I’ve known for over a decade.
Top tips for selling at Crossroads?
Set aside a good amount of time to sell–we try our very best to service our clients quickly, but there may be a wait. Ask if your location has a drop off service, and use the Crossroads Waitlist App to get real time info about the line length and reserve your selling spot. Learn more about the app here.
Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Christie! As a Recruiter, Christie has the important role in recruiting friendly, fashion loving individuals to join the Crossroads team! Do you love fashion? You should join our team! Visit our Careers page to learn more about working at Crossroads.
