March 15, 2022 How to Style a Maxi Skirt
We recently covered the mini skirt trend, but maybe you’d prefer to know how to style a maxi skirt.
We love them both, but we admit that the maxi skirt provides a lot more styling options. You can wear them to work, to a dinner date, to the beach.
In fact, we couldn’t stop scrolling our IG feeds for inspiration. There are so many great looks!
But we did our very best and narrowed it down to 9 excellent ways to style a maxi skirt.
1. To the Max
Oh, how we love how full this skirt is! With added frills on top, it’s a show-stopping look.
2. With a Tucked Sweater
Maxi skirts have great cinched waistbands that are perfect for tucking in lightweight tops. We think this tucked sweater looks lovely.
3. Under a Dress or Tunic
So smart! We love layers, and a maxi skirt works with an unbuttoned dress or tunic.
4. With a Tee
Keep it simple and pair a maxi skirt with your favorite t-shirt and denim jacket or bomber.
5. With a Ballet Top
A maxi skirt makes such a pretty silhouette. A ballet top enhances it.
6. With a Turtleneck
When the temperatures drop, a turtleneck is your go-to for a maxi skirt look.
7. With a Blazer
Add a blazer and you’re all set for an office-to-date kind of day.
8. With a Blouse and Vest
This look has us adding a denim maxi skirt to our shopping list! We find the blouse and vest addition are perfect.
9. In Mixed Prints
Go bold with a maxi skirt print, but don’t stop there. Match with bright colors and mixed prints for added fun.
Now, that’s how to style a maxi skirt this spring and beyond! We have plenty of other spring trends that we’re ready to style. See all 30 of them here in our seasonal selling guide.
March 7, 2022 Staff Style Spotlight: Allie
As part of our Staff Style Spotlight series, meet Allie, a Lead Cashier at Crossroads. We asked employees at our Sunset Blvd store to bring their style and star in our latest Crossroads photoshoot wearing their Crossroads finds. Read about Allie’s personal style, favorite spring trend and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.
What is your favorite Spring trend?
I am excited to see eclectic 70’s style with bright colors.
What are you excited to see come into your Crossroads store?
I am dying to see Vivienne Westwood X Melissa Jelly Heels.
Tell us about your favorite Crossroads find.
My favorite Crossroads find was a Juicy Couture matching pastel yellow tracksuit with green lettering and pink sea horses.
Tell us about the fashion piece that “got away”.
There was a pair of low-rise white denim with rhinestone pockets that were sadly too small!
What is your favorite thing about working at Crossroads?
My favorite part of Crossroads is my team. Since we all work together so well, problem-solving and collaborating are so easy.
Top tips for selling at Crossroads?
Check out the Crossroads website for a detailed look at the fashion we are currently looking for.
Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Allie! As a Lead Cashier, Allie is a knowledgeable cashier that can offer assistance and guidance to the team. Allie also processes the amazing secondhand fashions that come into their Crossroads. Visit our Careers page to learn more about working at Crossroads.
March 10, 2022 Make Money Selling Clothes by Mail
We’re just days away from welcoming spring and itching to spring clean our closets and make way for new seasonal looks. If you have similar plans and are looking to turn that closet clean-out into cash, Crossroads has an easy way for you to make money selling clothes by mail.
Yes, you don’t even need to come into any of our store locations to sell! We have an easy 3-step way for you to send our expert buyers your clothing by mail for assessment and purchase.
1. Order a Bag
Order a bag right here on our website and we’ll get one in the mail to you right away. When ordering the bag, you’ll have the option to select payment by electronic deposit (via Zelle) or store credit.
Based on what your items are priced at, we pay a percentage in cash or store credit.
2. Fill the Bag
Fill the bag with your gently used clothing. We’re always looking for seasonal, on-trend pieces in excellent condition. See our current Selling Guide for ideas, or take a look at our detailed step-by-step guide.
3. Send Your Bag
Your Sell by Mail bag arrives with a pre-paid UPS postage label attached, so drop it off at your local UPS store or request a pick-up.
Then, just wait for our buyers to receive your bag and process it. You’ll receive an email about your earnings.
See, we told you the 3 steps were easy!
Now you’re all set to get that spring closet clean underway and make money selling clothes by mail. Start by ordering your clean-out bag with pre-paid postage here.
March 9, 2022 How to Style Chunky Loafers 7 Ways
They are absolutely everywhere, so we had to show you our best recommendations for how to style chunky loafers this spring. Each of these 7 looks is easy to accomplish and so stylish.
Keep scrolling to find your favorite, then stop into any of our store locations to see if we have your perfect pair on our shelves.
1. Show Some Ankle
Skip the socks and wear them with cropped pants.
2. With Stirrup Pants
Where do we find these stirrup pants? Our chunky loafers need to meet them.
3. With Hardware
Pick a pair with chunky hardware, then play them up with matching hardware on your handbag.
4. With White Socks
A simple move with classic style.
5. With Dainty Pieces
Contrast them with soft colors and flowy fabrics.
6. Preppy
Play up preppy, but make the loafers chunky.
7. With Shorts
Don’t forget how great they look with shorts, especially pleated ones!
Now that you have the rundown on how to style chunky loafers, take a look at the other fashion trends we’re loving over here in our seasonal selling guide.
March 8, 2022 International Women’s Day: Employee Spotlight
In honor of International Women’s Day, we have a special Employee Spotlight featuring our Chief Retail Officer, Melissa Laubstein, and Chief Operating Officer, Aruna Busacca. Having both worked at Crossroads since the year we opened, Melissa & Aruna have played an extensive role in shaping Crossroads into the store you know and love today. Keep reading to learn more about Melissa and Aruna, including their proudest career accomplishments and advice for women in business.
Melissa
What are you most proud of during your journey with Crossroads?
I would say I am most proud of my ability to hire great people. The amazing collaboration and exchange of ideas of all the talented and inspiring people I get to work with every day is the greatest achievement.
What advice would you give to women looking to grow professionally in business or fashion?
Connect your career with your values, stay open to growth opportunities when they present themselves, push yourself out of your comfort zone, and say yes to challenges as often as possible. I said yes even when I wasn’t totally sure I was ready. Believe in yourself and the process. Any failures proved to be some of the most important components of my future success.
Tell us something that might surprise us about you.
I was the first employee hired 30 years ago to open and manage the first Crossroads. It was a real leap of faith, and I can honestly say it was the best decision I have ever made. I don’t know a lot of people that can say “I love my job,” especially after 30 years!
Aruna
What are you most proud of during your journey with Crossroads?
My greatest achievement has been my ongoing role in helping Crossroads adapt to our constantly changing business environment.
What advice would you give to women looking to grow professionally in business or fashion?
I’ll tell you what worked for me. Find a mentor who shares your values, lean into what interests you, work hard until you master a new skill, and then move on to the next interesting thing.
Tell us something that might surprise us about you.
I started as a buyer at our first store in San Francisco, and I just had my 30-year anniversary last October. My journey at Crossroads is a testament to the company’s values and our commitment to growing from within.
Thank you, Melissa and Aruna, for being a part of our International Women’s Day Employee Spotlight! We have more Employee Spotlights lined up through the rest of spring. Be on the lookout to see more of the Crossroads team on our blog!
