Blog: Crossroads Style

It’s only the beginning of July, and there’s still plenty of time to earn extra summer cash with seasonal retail jobs.

If you’re someone who loves shopping and following the latest fashion trends, a seasonal retail job with your favorite retailer should top your list. You’ll work with other fashion fans, learn about the latest retail trends, and buy your upcoming fall wardrobe with an employee discount!

For those who prefer secondhand fashion when shopping, consider Crossroads Trading. We’re always looking to grow the teams in our 39 stores across the U.S. Check out our open jobs and all the benefits we offer!

As part of our Staff Style Spotlight series, meet Sara, a Buyer at Crossroads. We asked our Studio City team to bring their style and star in our latest photoshoot wearing their best secondhand finds. Read about Sara’s personal style, favorite Crossroads finds, and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.

Quick-Fire Q’s:

Style Icon: Stevie Nicks

Current Fav Song: Dreams by Fleetwood Mac

Favorite Brands: Free People

Go-to Drink Order: Hot Chocolate

What is your #1 selling tip for new sellers?

Ask as many questions as you’d like! It helps to know the buying process. Check out our Selling FAQ.

What is your favorite part about working at Crossroads?

I love all the friends I’ve made and getting to see all the unique fun clothes!

What is the Crossroads Find that got away?

Free people tapestry pants… 🙁

Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Sara! As a Buyer, Sara plays a crucial role by working with customers who come in to sell and selecting merchandise for the store. Does this sound like something you would be interested in? Join our team! Check out our Careers page to learn more about working at Crossroads.

Wear loafers in summer?? This might not be your first instinct, but we think they’re a great seasonal choice.

Loafers are so easy to slip on, and they (yes!) match your favorite summer shorts, whether they’re a preppy pleated pair or in a relaxed boxer shorts style. They work with dresses, skirts, and cropped pants too! Best of all, they are currently trending with comfy socks. Don’t believe us? Keep scrolling to see for yourself.

In fact, take a look at multiple summer looks with loafers that caught our eye on Instagram.

We consider loafers a staple fashion piece, and that’s why you’re likely to find them in one of our stores. But, if you’ve decided this look isn’t for you, consider bringing in your gently used loafers to one of our selling counters. We love leather versions in modern styles from popular brands. Our buyers will assess them during your visit, and your pre-loved pair might just earn you cash or store credit.

See even more seasonal trends to sell or shop in our current selling guide. There are still plenty of summer days ahead to try out one of these looks!

As part of our Staff Style Spotlight series, meet Tahra, a Buyer at Crossroads. We asked our Studio City team to bring their style and star in our latest photoshoot wearing their best secondhand finds. Read about Tahra’s personal style, favorite Crossroads finds, and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.

Quick-Fire Q’s:

Style Icon: Margot Robbie

Current Fav Song: Play dead by Björk

Favorite Brands: Vintage Bob Mackie

Go-to Drink Order: Extra sweet matcha with oat milk

What is your #1 selling tip for new sellers?

Our style guide is a really good comprehensive glimpse into what we’re bring in for the season!

What is your favorite part about working at Crossroads?

I love working with people at the buy counter and getting an idea of what their style is, it’s inspiring.

What is the Crossroads Find that got away?

A Betsey Johnson purple sweater shrug. It sold before my very eyes.

Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Tahra! As a Buyer, Tahra plays a crucial role by working with customers who come in to sell and selecting merchandise for the store. Does this sound like something you would be interested in? Join our team! Check out our Careers page to learn more about working at Crossroads.

If you’re wondering how to sell fashion online, you’ve come to the right place. The answer might not be what you’re expecting, though!

You might be thinking you need to list your clothing on a website or an app, then take offers and answer potential buyer questions.

Nope. 

You may think you’ll need to package each piece when it sells, becoming best friends with the post office staff as you visit weekly with shipments.

Wrong again.  

How to Sell Fashion Online

How about something like this: you order a free Sell by Mail bag from Crossroads that’s roomy and includes pre-paid postage. You fill it with the items you want to sell and send it off.

Once our buying team receives it, they’ll assess each piece and determine which pieces they can buy in. They aim to buy as much as possible!

You’ll receive notification when they finish your buy, and you can choose your payout in cash (by Zelle payment) or in trade credit that’s good at all Crossroads stores. You also have the choice to have your unpurchased items donated or returned to you for a fee.

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It’s the simplest way to sell fashion online, and it starts by simply ordering your Sell by Mail bag.