Blog: Crossroads Style

Florals for spring: groundbreaking? Hardly. Still, florals are a universally flattering print that will always be a classic. Before we head into the high heats of summer, take advantage of spring’s beautiful weather and get the most out of your floral prints this season. Check out some of my favorite fresh ways to incorporate florals into your wardrobe!

Off-the-Shoulder
Try one of this year’s hottest trends for an updated floral look.

Lady-Like Florals
Finding the perfect spring occasion dress can feel nearly impossible, but Lucy’s small print daisy wrap dress has everything you need.

Edgy Florals
If a floral print is too girly for you, look for a piece that has edgier details, like this sheer crop top with a modern embroidered applique.

Accessory Pop
If your style is a bit more minimalistic, add a floral pop in your shoes, bag, or jewelry.

Floral Print-Mixing
Dare to be bold and mix together different floral prints, like Maria did in her playful outfit above.

Patch It Up
Breathe some new life into your old denim pieces by adding floral patches.

Dark Florals
I absolutely love a rich, dark floral print—like the one in Blair’s jumpsuit—as opposed to the usual, more expected bright colors you see in spring.

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This week, our new arrivals include easy-to-layer dresses, tanks, and other unexpected pieces that let you pile on the style this spring! These pieces are available now at Crossroads stores. Take a look:

Layer with Leather

Pink Wrap Tulip Dress ($48.50): Just add your favorite leather jacket for an instant Pink Ladies vibe.

Layer your Accessories

Layer up our Breezy Shift Dress ($35) with a straw sun hat and your favorite mini crossbody bag for on-the-go style.

Layering Tanks

Soft Chenille Tank ($30): We love this super-soft tank. Tip: For an on-trend throwback, layer this piece over a plain white tee.

Layering with Collared Blouses

Marigold Collared Blouse ($35) worn under our Ribbed Slip Dress ($42.50).

No Layers

If you’re not one for layering, keep it simple with our cutout back Constellations Shift ($45).
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Shop these layers for spring and more this weekend at Crossroads! And come on in with your gently used fashions—it’s never too late for spring-cleaning.

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Chicago is known for many things: deep dish pizza, great museums and galleries, and the beauty of the city itself. It’s a little less known for all the creative and fashionable people who reside here, but I’m looking to help change that. I had the opportunity to interview some of the most stylish bloggers/creatives I follow, and the results were inspiring beyond belief. The first two people were Brandon and Desirée—a creative and a blogger, respectively.

1. How would you define style? 

Desirée: Style is your personality that comes across in your appearance. It can be the way you clothe yourself or the accessories you wear.

Brandon: Style is personal expression meets visuals. It can be the clothing, it can be accessories, it can be nail polish, it can be beads, it can be confidence. For me, it’s a way to express myself through the way I present myself.

2. David Bowie once said, “I wanted to be thought of as someone who was very much a trendy person, rather than a trend.” How do you feel about that statement in our present time?

Desirée: If you’re trendy, you have a sensitivity to what’s going on around you and are able to pick up on it. But it’s something that continues to cycle. He was able to stay relevant for so long because he knew the difference.

Brandon: Everyone is into a certain look, a certain trend, a certain style. Yet that isn’t always authentic and genuine.  I’m just a really big fan of being 100% yourself.

3. If you had to wear only one designer or brand exclusively for three years, who would it be and why?

Desirée: I’d have to choose a designer and it would be Marc Jacobs. He just knows how to do so many things.  He could do grunge or a polished-up lady Louis Vuitton look.

Brandon: Louis Vuitton would be the brand, mainly because of the rich history. He was able to bring [the brand] from a bag no one wanted, to a luxury luggage brand, then to a full fashion house. I really appreciate what the house represents because I’m all about the hustle and the grind.

Watch the full interview below!

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We all have our favorite staple pieces that we go to again and again. They make our wardrobes more cohesive and save us from those mornings we feel like we have nothing to wear. But as much as we love those wardrobe staples, basic pieces can get a little boring and may need an update from time to time. Let’s talk about 4 tips to refresh your wardrobe staples.

1. Look for Unexpected Details
Freshen up your basics by looking for pieces with unexpected details, like statement sleeves on your next button-down blouse.

2. Pair Them with Lively Pieces
Grasie pairs her white sneakers—a wardrobe staple everyone should have in their closet—with a fun, colorful set that is perfect for spring.

3. Mix Traditional with Modern Classics
Tonya is wearing classic block heels with one of my favorite modern classic looks: denim on denim.

4. Add a Personal Touch
Use your DIY skills to add some extra flair to your staple pieces. For example, try adding a raw edge hem to your denim, or embroidery if you’re feeling crafty.

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White pants are admittedly hard to pull off; you have to be extra cautious about what you eat, where you sit, and what kind of undergarments you wear. However, when styled in just the right way, an outfit with white pants can look so sleek and powerful. It’s time to master the art of wearing white pants with these outfits in mind.

Nail the perfect all-white look by adding a neutral handbag and heels. This tidy look is easy to put together and works for all sorts of occasions. You’ll be good to go in no time!

Upgrade your 9-5 work attire by styling white pants with a classic button-up. Take a fashion tip from blogger Jean from Extra Petite and add an extra ladylike touch to your outfit with a feminine belt. 

If you want to bundle up for breezier spring weather while still keeping things clean and minimal, this look is for you. Play with contrast by styling a pair of cropped, fitted white jeans with a chunky, oversized sweater.

As evidenced by blogger Julia Sarinana of Sincerely Jules, an embellished blouse looks great with white jeans. A pair of distressed white jeans is always a good investment as the piece can elevate even the most casual of outfits!

Want to make your cute spring blouse the focal point of your outfit? No problem! Go for an off-the-shoulder or one-shouldered top with some major statement sleeve details. Style them over a slim, fitted pair of white pants to really help your blouse pop.

For a laid-back yet fashion-forward look, slip on some cropped white jeans, flat mules, a suede jacket, and a black hat.

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