Blog: Crossroads Style

If you’re thinking there’s no way to add excitement to your wardrobe with a strict pantsuit dress code, think again! Whether you’re required to show up in one or not, there are plenty of ways to wear one in style. It’s time to add a dose of style to your workday; check out the looks below for new and modern ways to wear a pantsuit.

For a modern twist, a striped pantsuit with a white t-shirt and sneakers has everything you need to feel stylish. Choose a suit with vertical lines for the illusion of height.  

Heading out with friends after work but want to ditch the corporate feel of a pantsuit? Achieve that casual yet put-together look by swapping your blouse out for a graphic t-shirt. 

Commit to an all-white pant suit and pull your outfit together with a pair of brightly-hued heels. As with all head-to-toe white ensembles, make sure to check that your pantsuit isn’t see-through before you head out the door!

Make a statement by embracing a pantsuit in a bold floral pattern. Elevate the look with white accents to recreate this ultimate cool-girl style.

Dress to impress with a pantsuit that been been fitted and tailored to your body. We love how a plaid print and slim fit adds edge to this still-professional pantsuit.

Those who believe the only way to achieve feminine style in the workplace is through dresses and skirts have clearly never seen Annabelle Fleur—of Viva Luxury—rock a black and white pantsuit. This black bowtie and cropped trousers combo is a breath of fresh air!

We have a closet full of clothes, yet somehow, we all have days where we stand in front of those racks and say, “I have nothing to wear.” Suddenly, nothing looks good or goes together quite like how you remember, and of course, it always happens at the worst times, like when you actually need something to wear. Never on a weekend when you can get away with your favorite pair of jeans and a tee.

Luckily, solving this dilemma is as simple as preparing for it in advance. Check out my tips on how to plan for those ubiquitous nothing-to-wear mornings.

1. Use the Remix Rule When Shopping
I typically justify my clothing purchases with the remix rule: If you can think of three different outfits using the piece and clothing you already own, buy it. If not, leave it at the store and let yourself sleep on it. Chances are, you actually don’t need that new sweater. Focus on creating a closet with a wardrobe that works together, not against itself.
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2. Stay Inspired
If you have a closet full of clothes, then of course you have something to wear. You may just need to get inspired to have some fun with the clothes that you have. This is where Instagram, Pinterest, and blogs come in. Take screenshots of outfits that you can recreate using similar items in your closet. When that dreaded “I have nothing to wear” morning comes, you’ll be prepared with more than enough ideas.
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3. Go For Black on Black
Black is a fashion girl’s best friend. It never fails, it matches everything, and you may already have at least one of every type of item in black. If not, look for classic pieces in black for those no-fail outfits: a button-down, a high-waisted skirt, trousers, a dress, and denim. You can pump up your look by adding statement accessories or shoes, or just keep it minimal and chic.
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4. Stock up on Classic Pieces
Stick to classics on those mornings you want to look good with the least amount of effort. Stock your closet with timeless pieces like a white button-down shirt, black trousers, a pair of flattering jeans, an easy throw-on dress, and a layering piece that goes with everything (like a leather or denim jacket). Trendy, statement pieces are fun, but if your closet is missing classic, key pieces to tie everything together, it will make it a lot harder to get dressed.
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5. Plan Ahead
When I have the time, I like to go into my closet, create outfits for future scheduled events, and take photos of them. This makes getting dressed on the day-of a complete breeze! It also allows more time to play with different combinations I may not have thought of while stressing about being ready on time. Planning an outfit ahead of time takes the stress out of getting ready and let’s you focus on what really matters that day.
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6. Purge and Organize Your Closet Regularly
Take time to go through your closet each season and ask yourself if you really need each item. Have you worn it in the last 6-12 months? Does it fit? Does it still work with your current style? If not, pack it up and head to your nearest Crossroads to sell it, or donate it to your local secondhand store. Too much of a good thing can actually make it harder to make a decision! Pare your wardrobe down to pieces you love and actually wear, and get rid of the rest.

Gone are the days when your favorite graphic tee was reserved for the gym or sleeping! With bloggers incorporating graphic tees into their everyday wardrobe, there’s an endless flow of inspiration for wearing this trend.

Check out our six favorite ways to wear graphic tees, as shown by bloggers:

1. A colorful motorcycle jacket and statement wide-leg pants instantly make a graphic tee look more fashionable. Steal a tip from Yanin of I Dress Myselff and lightly tuck in your t-shirt for a more dramatic look.

2. Graphic t-shirts pair so well with utilitarian pieces. Embrace your inner Cady Heron and get your army pants on! Add edgier details like chain necklaces and mesh long sleeves to toughen up this look.

3. Balance out proportions by pairing a cropped graphic tee with a long, high-waisted skirt.

4. Never underestimate the power of a graphic tee, high-waisted jeans, and a structured bag to achieve a more sophisticated on-the-go look.

5. When it comes to wearing a graphic tee, you can never go wrong with a simple pair of blue jeans, a moto jacket and block heels. Pull your bag directly in front of your outfit and show off your fashion-forward style!

6. An easy way to take your graphic tee from nightwear to casual streetwear? Throw on a structured coat in a bold pattern and slip on a pair of ripped jeans.

What are your favorite ways to wear graphic tees?

Kick off the spring season by committing to adding more color to your outfits! Colorblocking is quintessential spring—bright, cheerful, and fun. For some tips on how to colorblock your outfits, take a look at how these fashionistas did it:

Colorblocking doesn’t have to be a complicated ordeal. When in doubt, stick with neutral colors like black, white, and shades of brown.

One of the easiest ways to wear the colorblock trend is to pair complementary colors together. These are colors opposite each other on the color wheel, so try purple with yellow, blue with orange, and red with green.

Integrate colorblocked pieces into a corporate or low-key setting by styling darker colors with black or white pieces. This black, blue and gray colorblocked sweater looks sleek and professional when paired with black culottes for work.

Pick up a dual-toned coat that’s minimalistic, clean and practical. Perfect outerwear that’s easy to wear yet makes a statement!

Experimenting with colorblocking gives you more outfit choices to choose from and create striking, bold combinations with that everyone will rave about! Take a fashion tip from CEO of The Glitter Guide and combine neon colors like magenta and orange.

The key to achieving Soraya De Carvalho’s colorblock style? Keep a loose color scheme of two to four colors, so the outfit still looks cohesive. To make the colors look even brighter, try offsetting them a bold white piece.

Gone are the days when skinny jeans and boyfriend jeans were the only denim staples you owned. If you’re looking to upgrade your wardrobe, get things rolling by adding frayed hem denim to your closet. The style options are endless!

Nail frayed hem style by trying these looks below.

There’s something about denim mini skirts with frayed hems that comfortingly reminds us of our middle school wardrobe. We love how tag-team bloggers Alice and Hannah of Belle and Bunty styled their skirts with button-downs to update this nostalgic trend.

One of the best things about frayed hems is that they instantly elevate a casual shirt-and-jeans look to be fashion-forward! If you’re looking for a pair of pants that are stylish enough for Sunday brunch with your gal pals, jeans with frayed hems are the way to go.

This trend is all about maximizing on the details. That being said, the thicker the fray, the better!

Nothing is more now than a pair of black denim jeans with frayed hems. Step your fashion game up a notch by donning them with black loafers, glasses and a hat.

Try this trend with over-sized outerwear for an easy, cozy look. Frayed hem jeans peek out alluringly beneath a long cardigan or coat.

Create a sophisticated look that isn’t too over-the-top by styling this type of denim with a minimalist blouse.