Blog: Crossroads Style

Our favorite coat for winter is by far the maxi coat. It’s full-length warmth, and the one piece that can elevate sneakers and a baseball cap into an easily styled look. Don’t believe us? Take a look at 6 ways we’re wearing the maxi coat.

1. In a Classic Cut

Camel is the most popular choice for this, but we also love it in cream, brown, black and navy. You’ll earn bonus points for cashmere blends. Those are major secondhand scores!

2. Belted

We especially like how this coat found its way into a spring look by warming up a tank and sandals.

3. Oversized

We love to get lost in an oversized maxi coat, imagining we’re incognito from the paparazzi.

4. Layered

A maxi coat only gets better layered with sweatshirts, sweaters and blanket scarfs. Why not go all in on warmth.

5. In Teddy Fur

Is there anything more cozy than a maxi coat in teddy bear fur? We think not.

6. Over the Shoulders

Wear it as a cape by throwing it over your shoulders. Then pretend you’re a fashion editor on your way to the latest designer showing. We won’t tell.

That’s our take on the maxi coat in 6 ways. We’re sure there are many more! Tag us @crossroadstrading with your personal twist on the maxi coat, and you may be featured on our Instagram feed.

What’s better than an influencer with great style? One with a great design eye too. That’s why today we’re sharing 6 influencers that give us style and design envy. Take a look and see which one matches your style.

1. @houseinhabit

What you’ll find: a SoCal mom of four boys who showcases both a bohemian beach style and a light-filled home you’ll dream of replicating.

2. @misskristagram

What you’ll find: the founder and creative director of @maejonesmagazine taking everything to the next level, in the best way possible.

3. @jennycipoletti

What you’ll find: gorgeous clothes, a beautiful home, an adorable family and the best beauty tutorials.

4. @vintagesplendor

What you’ll find: one of the thrifting masters! See what a lifestyle of curated vintage shopping can do for your closet and home.

5. @jessicaburkeblair

What you’ll find: great style against radiant home backdrops, like this gallery wall I’m determined to recreate in my own home.

6. @prettylittlefawn

What you’ll find: actress Courtney Halverson’s melding of soft earth tones in both her fashion picks and home designs.

This only scratches the surface. Tag us @crossroadstrading with your favorite style and design influencers!

When looking for outfit inspiration, I need to look no further than our stores’ Instagram feeds, where I can see what our in-store fashion experts, our buyers, are adding to their racks. This week, in search of inspiration for what to wear to my household and social pod holiday “gatherings” (because it’s still fun to dress up!), I found these on point holiday outfits styled by our buyers.

Since you’ll most likely find yourself at home celebrating, a cold-weather-resistant cropped sweater with contrasting mini skirt makes sense.

You already know how I feel about turtlenecks. Here’s yet another perfect pairing: with silky brocade.

Want to just stay in sweats and yoga pants? We do too! Add some seasonal cheer by bringing faux fur or shearling into your look for that cozy backyard bonfire.

Sometimes you just need a set of monotone accessories to pull a simple look together. I love this combo that our buyers arranged.

There is something very French chic about this look. It must be the cap-sleeve sweater tucked into a high-waisted jean. The low ruffled boots complete the look.

A Kenzo sweater with gold velvet pants. Enough said.

One the the season’s best trends is the sweater jumper, and I really like how our buyers paired this one with leather mules and a simple round bag.

Looking for even more inspiration? Many of our store Instagram feeds are linked in the photo credits below!

Leggings are not over. How does that make you feel, as we move towards the coldest months of the year and the holidays? It makes us ecstatic, imagining all the ways we’ll continue to style them, but now with blazers, heavy sweatshirts, and holiday wear.

Leggings became our go-to pants once quarantine began, and as we enter the ninth month of it, we continue to find them essential. May we be so bold as to claim that the argument that “leggings aren’t pants” has been officially disproved?

If you’re looking for outfit inspiration, there’s plenty to be found. We enjoy turning to fashion influencers, or just doing a quick #leggings search. We’ve shared just a few of our favorite outfits below.

So continue to wear them, style them up or down, and have no fear. They remain one of our favorite pant choices! You’ll likely see us transition them into spring under long shirts and dresses, and then into summer with cropped tops and slides.

We’re always on the lookout for great outfits with leggings, so don’t hesitate to share your look with us on Instagram by tagging @crossroadstrading. You may even find yourself featured on our company feed!

If you’re on the hunt for secondhand fashion that will please your friends and family, look no further than our 2020 holiday gift guide featuring Crossroads finds. All of these featured items were found this week on our regional Instagram feeds. Follow your local feed for first dibs on items coming into stores. You may spot the perfect gift for that special someone, or yourself.

For the Outdoor Enthusiast

Moncler Ghany Gilet in red: size small and $325. Available at our Irvine, CA store.

For the Sneaker Fan

Reebok x Opening Ceremony sneakers in pink. Women’s size 8.5 and $42.50. Available at our Santa Cruz store.

For the Fashionable Student

Alexander Wang Crossbody Bag in Cream, $88. Available at our Blossom Hill, San Jose store.

For the Vintage Tee Collector

Assorted graphic t-shirts, $10.50-$22.50. Available at out University Way, Seattle store.

For your BFF

Gucci clasp wallet, $195. Available at our Fillmore St., San Francisco store.

For the Designer Handbag Collector

Vintage Gucci handbag, $425. Available at our West San Carlos, San Jose store.

For Everyone

Make it even easier on yourself and give the gift of secondhand shopping. There’s one more addition to our 2020 holiday gift guide: Crossroads gift cards! They’re available now on our website.