August 17, 2021 The Knits We Can’t Forget
We’re huge fans of knits, so with September on the horizon, we’ve already got plans for them in our fall looks. Curious about the knits we can’t forget to take into fall with us? There’s no doubt it’s the cardigan knit set.
They’re internationally loved, which explains why you’ve seen them all over your social media feed lately. The tops will continue to be paired with shorts on warm days, then we’ll add the matching cardigan partner with a midi skirt or slouchy denim as the days grow cooler. (Don’t forget to see our online Selling Guide for all kinds of fall trend pairings).
If you’re a knitter (let’s be friends!), then it’s time to get started on your own set. Hand-knitted ones in chunky yarns are a favorite. Or, for the creative secondhand fashion shopper, search our stores for individual pieces and mix and match your own set.
Take a look at some of our favorites below.
Cardigan knit sets are the knits we can’t forget to add to our closets this fall, so we’re on the lookout for them in stores now. These sets get even better when they include a knit bottom, like the adorable 3-piece set above.
Once you’ve found your own set, tag us on Instagram @crossroadtrading so we can see what you found. We may even feature your photo on our brand feed!
August 12, 2021 Y2K Fashion Inspiration
Our Fall Selling Guide is out, and it shares the trends our buyers want to stock on our store racks in the new season. One trend that stands out is the 2000’s, or Y2K, which continues its popularity streak into fall. To get you thinking about this trend, we have your Y2K fashion inspiration here, with plenty of spot-on looks that capture Y2K to a tee.
Y2K fashion is part pop of color, part bodycon, part loose fit, and part logo-inspired, with a side of mini bag. It’s based on fun and can go in any direction you want to take it. Just add your individual style.
Keep scrolling to see what we mean.
Consider this a little dose of Y2K fashion inspiration, and if you’re now craving these looks, stop into any of our stores to see what we have on our racks for you. Make your visit even better by bringing in pre-loved Y2K fashion pieces that you want to sell for cash or trade credit on the spot.
And be sure to check out our Fall Selling Guide for the 29 other trends we’re looking for this season.
August 10, 2021 2 Ways You Save Money with Secondhand Fashion
Your style is impeccable (we see you!), and who doesn’t love to spend less on clothing? So with that in mind, do you know there are 2 ways you save money with secondhand fashion?
1. You save with lower prices.
Were you aware that resale fashion retailers like Crossroads price their items at approximately one-third of the original retail price? Since the store’s buyers only bring in excellent condition, gently used pieces, the trade-off for a secondhand piece is practically unnoticeable.
2. You save even more when you sell and trade your clothes.
On top of significantly discounted prices, there’s a way to save even more. Buy-sell-trade fashion retailers allow you to sell your pre-loved clothes for cash or store credit. In the case of Crossroads, you’ll get cash store credit (AKA trade) based on a percentage of what we price your items for. It’s your choice! Sound too good to be true? Get all the details here.
The 2 ways you save money with secondhand fashion don’t even include the best savings of all: the savings in environmental impact. Buying secondhand clothing extends the lifetime of clothing and reduces the need for new pieces to be produced. It’s a win all around. There you were just being stylish, and you were saving money and protecting the environment too. Well done!
See secondhand fashion at its best on our Instagram feed.
August 5, 2021 First Glance at Fall Trends
Every year as our calendars turn to August, we woefully mourn the end of summer before remembering it’s time for our first glance at fall trends. Fall is quite possibly the best fashion season, because no matter your age, it feels tied to back-to-school season and the chance at a brand new look. Plus, it promises layers and layers of goodness. There are not only dresses and pants to consider, but jackets and coats and accessories!
We’ve published our online Fall Selling Guide, where you can see the 30 trends we have top of mind. Then, to get you excited about what’s to come in just a few weeks, we’re highlighting 6 of those trends right here.
1. Chunky Boots
Wear these with absolutely everything. They’ll take you through to next spring.
2. Colored Leather
Leather pieces are even more special in a vibrant hue. Matching nail tips not required, but ah-mazing.
3. Cropped Tops
A current favorite that will carry well into fall. Plan for cropped jackets too!
4. Vests
Wear vests alone at the start of fall, then add layers as the weather cools.
5. Statement Tees
These are officially considered a basic now, and we just can’t stop stocking our closets with them.
6. 2000’s Fashion
Well, if this Juicy Couture tracksuit doesn’t sum it up, we don’t know what does.
This was only a first glance at fall trends: take a look at our entire Fall Selling Guide to see the 24 other trends we’re planning to stock our stores with. Then, get excited thinking about the ones you’ll be wearing this fall. We’ll see you at the shopping racks!
P.S. It’s a great time to sell your pre-loved fall items for cash or store credit to buy new pieces. Learn more here.
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August 3, 2021 Black-Owned Fashion Brands You Should Know
For the last year, Crossroads has been committed to using its social platforms to share Black-owned fashion brands you should know. It’s been a fun job discovering new and established labels, and then putting the spotlight on them!
We continue to feature brands each week on our Instagram feed, so be sure to follow along. Here are the 5 brands we featured in July:
1. Andrea Iyamah
Nigerian designer, Andrea Iyamah, has created this popular label that features some of the most beautiful resort wear and swimwear you’ll see all summer. Visit the label’s Instagram feed to see how a bathing suit can achieve high art. Visit the website here.
2. Da Spot NYC
@daspotnyc is the place to shop and support over 25 Black-owned indie brands. If you can’t stop into their uber-cool NYC boutique in person, don’t fret. Their online shop has all the goods. Visit it here.
3. Gueras Fatim
Unique is an understatement when it comes to designs by Black-owned Gueras Fatim. These bamboo earrings alone should entice you to follow this forward brand. Inspired by multicultural custom, vintage, and streetwear, the label delivers the best of each. See all their offerings on their website here.
4. Hanifa
Can we talk about this coat? Hanifa has created the incomparable Harlow coat, which is only a sample of their ultra-stylish designs. You must visit their site and see what they’re up to in beautiful knitwear alone! See for yourself here.
5. Simisienna
Simisienna calls itself the athleisure brand for the fun and funky (spoiler alert: their pieces prove it!). The brand is based in New York and is a proud member of @UJUUMedia, a platform for Black woman-owned consumer businesses. See its pieces for yourself here.
This blog post features only 5 Black-owned fashion brands you should know, and there are many more on our Instagram feed. You can also join us back here on our website next month when we feature our August picks!