Blog: Crossroads Style

A navy suit is one of those fashion investment pieces that tops our list. Alongside the LBD, the leather jacket, and the designer handbag, a navy suit can be worn with a silk blouse or t-shirt and still look sophisticated.

You once needed to find a tailor to get a great-looking (and expensive) navy suit with a perfect fit. Nowadays, however, even popular mall brands are producing suits in quality fabrics and fits.

Find one that fits your budget, and then plan to wear it for years to come. Better yet, find one in your nearest fashion resale shop, like Crossroads Trading.

Here are just a few of the styles to look for:

Double-Breasted

The OG navy suit. Double down and get one with pinstripes.

Cropped

Show a bit of ankle so you can get eyes on your shoes.

Velvet

You’ll feel absolutely regal in a velvet version.

Casual

Suits come in more casual styles too, like this matching set with a cropped lapel and sleeves.

Skirt Set

Don’t forget the skirt suit set! We currently like them with peplum waists and skirts that hit below the knee.

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Western style grows in popularity in the fall when seasonal activities like harvest festivals and pumpkin patch visits hit our calendars.

While the pieces involved in western style are casual, there’s something distinct about the look that makes it a classic. That’s we included the style in our seasonal selling guide for this reason.

And we don’t encourage a head-to-toe western look. Instead, bring just a few key pieces into your wardrobe to achieve this style. In fact, here are 7 western style pieces we’re looking for this fall, especially when we’re out shopping secondhand.

A Denim Shirt

We like a dark denim. For added flair, look for western-style pockets.

Fringe Details

Just a touch on your jacket or handbag gives a nod to the style.

Vintage Plaid

There’s something about the soft, faded colors of a vintage plaid that gives off western vibes.

Western Accessories

Sometimes achieving the look is as simple as a western belt buckle or cowboy boots.

A Blanket Coat

The ultimate in cozy fall adventure wear.

Western Shirt

Look for the classic details, like pocket details and piping.

A Western Print Cardigan

We’re looking for one just like this, with a shawl collar.

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Step into any of our Crossroads stores, and you’re already destined to perfect your thrift style.

That’s because our in-store buyers have bought in the best secondhand fashion pieces for our sales racks. Unlike traditional thrift stores, they’ve already curated the sales floor selection with excellent condition clothing from the labels you love.

You can always get a taste of your local store’s current selections by following its regional Instagram feed. There, you’ll get a first look at the latest and greatest items hitting the racks, hand-picked by our employees, and likely to sell quickly.

Get inspired by the looks coming it, then bring in your pre-loved clothes to sell. You may earn cash or store credit to purchase that “new” fashion piece that has your name written all over it.

Here are some of the pieces in our stores right now that will guarantee to take your thrift style up a notch or two.

Balenciaga sweater, $600.

Issey Miyaki pleated pants, $94.

Helena and Kristie embellished loafers, $42.50.

Margiela blazer, $85.

Moschino sweatshirt, $65.

Louis Vuitton bracelets, $250 each.

Looking to sell? Check out our latest selling guide to see what we’re currently looking for.

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As part of our Staff Style Spotlight series, meet Amber, a Sales Associate at Crossroads. We asked employees from our Irvine store to bring their style and star in our latest Crossroads photoshoot wearing their Crossroads finds. Read about Amber’s personal style, favorite Crossroads finds and favorite thing about working at Crossroads.

Tell us about your favorite Crossroads find.

This 80’s, bright-colored Disney sweatshirt that is reversible!!

What are you dying to see come into your Crossroads store?

I want to see more vintage tees, cute beach bags, and platform sandals!

What are your fall closet essentials?

Knit sweaters, Dr. Martens, flannels, and jean jackets.

How would you describe your personal style?

I like 90’s, crafty, 70s, etc. I’m honestly all over the place, depends on what I’m in the mood for that day.

What is your favorite thing about working at Crossroads?

Being able to show up in an outfit that expresses me, while helping people do the same. I love when people find something that makes them excited and tell their friend how well priced it is!

Top tips for selling at Crossroads?

Always, always check out what we are looking for on the website! Never hesitate to call or ask any questions in the store. View our Selling Guide here.

Thanks for the Staff Style Spotlight, Amber! As a Sales Associate, Amber assists customers on the sales floor, monitors the fitting rooms, and processes new merchandise for the floor all while providing great customer service. Do you love fashion? You should join our team! Visit our Careers page to learn more about working at Crossroads.

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Floral fashion pieces feel like they’re always trending, but this fall season has a particular floral print standing out from the rest. It’s the homestead floral print, and its prints are inspired by the pretty and delicate ones you find on tea towels or linens.

You’ll know the print when you see it because it’s dainty and has a prairie feel. It’s usually in earthy tones too. We’ve included this special floral under the “homestead chic” style listed in our most recent seasonal selling guide.

This floral fashion print is a departure from bigger and bolder ones we’ve seen in recent years. Keep an eye out for them when shopping at any of our store locations, and keep scrolling to see a few examples of this floral fashion print.

The print looks perfect on dresses, skirts, blouses, and aprons. You’ll usually find it in light cotton fabric, and it matches as well with denim as a soft neutral cardigan.

If you’ve incorporated homestead chic into your fall wardrobe, we want to see how you’re styling it! Tag us on Instagram @crossroadstrading, and you might find your look on our brand feed.

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