What is a crop top? Crop top: what it is and what to wear with it
Crop top– this term applies not only to an element of a woman’s summer wardrobe. These include blouses, sweaters, and sweatshirts, whose length ends where the waist begins. The crop top came into fashion in the summer of 2014, with some models, called “crop tops,” being indistinguishable from a bustier.
The crop top continues to be relevant in 2015. Modern winter and spring collections show that a crop top is a convenient option for creating a fashionable look for every day. And it is not at all necessary to show an open belly. The slimness of your waist in the winter-spring season will be demonstrated by a wide belt of a skirt or trousers, while you work in the gym on your abs for the summer season.
Five reasons to wear a crop top
1. The crop top goes perfectly with high-waisted skirts and trousers. Small girls should take note of this set. Crop top style blouses do not need to be tucked in. Sweaters and sweatshirts with a short cut visually lengthen the legs, their “warm” versions do not create excess volume.
2. A crop top creates a trendy look when paired with midi and maxi skirts, which are essential for a fashionable wardrobe this year.
3. Crop top is a new idea for a multi-layered set. It can be worn over a silk translucent blouse. For example, a long-sleeve knitted crop top in black or burgundy will be combined with a fitted white blouse, mid-thigh length.
4. Crop top is an incentive to lose weight. To the question “why do you want to lose weight” - the answer is “to wear fashionable clothes.” Even oversized clothes look more impressive on a slender figure, emphasizing the fragility of refined shapes. A summer crop top can only reveal a narrow strip of naked body, but it should also be perfect.
5. Compactness. This advantage of a crop top is clearly underestimated. It is much more convenient to take sets of several crop tops and one skirt on vacation than several dresses. The crop top is a godsend for the traveler's wardrobe. There is no need to fold the crop top for compactness, which means ironing may not be required.
What item of clothing can not only emphasize our thin waist, demonstrate to others our excellent abs, emphasize a beautiful bust and at the same time be a trendy item? This is a crop top. With its help, we can create a lot of interesting combinations and be the center of attention in the approaching summer. If you have not yet had a chance to get acquainted with such clothes or you are at a loss as to what to wear with a recently purchased trendy item, we will tell you.
Crop top: what is this trend?
Crop Top is a cropped top that promises to become the most popular item in the wardrobe of avid fashionistas this season. Being a kind of “hello from the 90s,” when many Western stars like Madonna, Spice Girls, TLC, and “early” Aguilera sported a similar trend today, today’s crop tops are more reminiscent of a closed bra, short T-shirt or T-shirt. 
They will look appropriate not only on the beach or as part of an urban style, but also in an evening dress code.
This is because modern models are produced in the spirit of restrained sexuality and have nothing to do with vulgarity and provocative clothing. The variety of shapes, models, colors and prints available allows you to create a huge number of fashionable looks - from feminine to sporty. Among the designs on fabric, the most popular are geometric abstraction, stripes, floral motifs, and animal prints. 
How to wear crop tops correctly:
The main thing is proportions
Even if your wasp waist and six-pack abs are the envy of others, remember: crop tops only look appropriate with clothes that have a high waist, which you choose as the bottom part of the look. Therefore, we give preference to high-waisted items: any skirts, trousers, jeans, shorts.
The most win-win combination
If you are a fan of the classic style of clothing, this is not a reason to refuse a fashionable item in your wardrobe. Pay attention to the stylish look, consisting of a high-waisted pencil skirt, regular pumps and a strict crop top. The latter, by the way, may resemble a shortened white shirt with sleeves.
Making the image more closed
If you don't feel like showing off too much of your bare body or it's chilly outside, add something over a crop top to your ensemble. For example, a light cardigan, shirt, blazer, denim or leather jacket, jacket.
We select shoes and accessories
The best shoes to complement the look using crop tops would be rather rough models with wide high heels or chunky soles, such as ankle boots and cowboy boots. Any type of decoration can be used as long as it matches the spirit of the overall ensemble, i.e. were original, beautiful and fashionable. For example, flat bracelets in the form of a cuff, necklaces, headbands, wristwatches.
Other things to consider:
If you don't want to show an inch of your belly, pay attention to cropped sweaters that can be worn over a smart blouse or untucked shirt;
The style of a crop top does not have to fit tightly to the body: loose cropped tops are in fashion, which will be relevant both on city streets and at special events;
it is advisable to leave complex tops with an “architectural” cut for the evening, while simple ones will fit perfectly into everyday style;
Crop tops look natural only on those with a perfect tummy. If you are not confident in the quality of your abs, then you will be extremely uncomfortable in such shortened clothes.
A few examples of how to create a stylish look:
1) Combine a simple black crop top with high-waist jeans, diluting the ensemble with massive military boots. Before us is a bright image for every day;
3) To a monochrome crop top add a denim jacket and classic skinny jeans, diluting the resulting look with a backpack or baggy bag and a hat, and you will get casual style in its classic manifestation;
4) Convenient and a stylish solution for summer would be a combination of a simple cropped top and a flowing skirt, where both items of clothing will be white;
5) Lovers of retro looks will appreciate a worthy mix of a velvet top a la corset, floral flares, a hat and massive shoes.
For several seasons in a row, designers have been persistently inviting us to try on various variations of crop tops in combination with all sorts of clothing styles. Considering the frequency with which models show us this attribute, we can conclude that cropped tops have burst into fashion in earnest and for a long time. Why shouldn't we also be the center of attention of others when it gets warmer?
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Crop tops will definitely help you create a bold and fashionable look. The unusual name hides a short T-shirt familiar to any girl. Translated from English, the word crop means the verb “to trim.” Remember how often today you see beauties on the streets showing off their bare bellies in T-shirts no longer than a bra? Watch a video dedicated to this attribute of a lady's wardrobe:
Let's take a closer look at how to properly combine such clothes. How to wear it open without highlighting flaws. Stay on trend and create cool looks. So, let's go!
New style? Nothing like that, rather a well-forgotten old one
Historical information confirms the cyclical nature of trends on world catwalks. When did you first see a crop top? Remember American films from the eighties. Even then, hip-hop adherents bared their abs, not giving a damn about strict public opinion. The idea came to the CIS much later, closer to the mid-nineties. Who didn't wear short T-shirts with fringes at the bottom back then? Miniature products allowed the navel to be shown. Then everyone began to decorate them en masse with clips, pierce them and put on earrings.
A little later, this fashion faded into the background. But in recent years, its leading legislators have returned to the old topic. Since 2013, the style has successfully stormed the glamorous Olympus, present in almost every line. In the new season, not a single stylish look can do without it.
Advice! Open clothes highlight a tanned body. It's easy to get a light bronze shade in the summer. Pale skin is not in trend these days.
What style goes with a miniature top?
- Romantic. Imagine an airy blouse with ruffles or ruffles that reaches above the navel. It can be with straps or with sleeves. A flared flowing skirt and elegant stiletto sandals will suit the bottom. Complete the look with a small handbag on a chain and matching jewelry. The girl will become tender and romantic. You can safely go on a first date or a walk along the embankment.
Help for lovers of retro trends. With a cropped blouse, it's easy to create a pin-up or 50s style outfit. Don't forget to style your hair appropriately and bring the right accessories.
- Business. It is generally accepted that a bare midriff is completely inappropriate in the office. This is true, but if you wear formal high-waisted trousers and a short silk T-shirt with thin straps, the look will turn out to be completely unprovocative. In a trio with a fitted jacket and graceful pumps, you will become an elegant businesswoman. And if you take out a wide straight jacket with one button from the closet, you will look like a stylish business woman. A business look can be created in combination with a pencil skirt, but the jacket should fit along the contour of the body.
- Sports. A win-win combination. A cropped racer's shirt, an elastic zip-up T-shirt, and a mini-T-shirt are convenient options for playing sports. It is not hot in such a suit, it does not absorb sweat, and supports the chest. The models go well with sports pants or leggings and breeches. For everyday life, they can be worn with jeans.
- Everyday. For a daily promenade, going to university or to work without a mandatory dress code, you can combine the item in question with denim clothes, regular trousers, and shorts. Loose tailoring stretched over an openwork sundress or dress looks bold.
- Solemn. For fashion shows on the red carpet, world celebrities choose a toe-length maxi skirt and a top that exposes a strip of skin between the navel and chest. Expensive jewelry, elegant high-heeled shoes and a formal clutch will add glamor. Do you know that wedding dresses with this wardrobe element are in trend today? More on this below.
Summarizing this point, we emphasize that the clothes of the cut we are studying are perfectly combined. She blends harmoniously into any image. With the right approach, you get a spectacular set from the ultra-fashionable category. It is important to feel the line of acceptability and be able to see figure flaws, because not every girl should put her belly on display.
Women with problematic weight in the waist area, contrary to public opinion, can use such items. On the contrary, correctly chosen tailoring and the rest of the wardrobe can favorably emphasize the advantages and hide the shortcomings. It is advisable to choose products with a wide cut and cover the navel.
Types of products
The style has many varieties depending on the cut, material, shape. Check out this simple classification:
- on straps. They are thin, wide, intertwined at the back, turning into sexy lacing at the back, with or without decoration;
- with small sleeves. The classic design of sleeves, lowered, bells is relevant. Elements with raw armholes in place of the arms and neckline are popular;
- with long sleeve. Models such as tight turtlenecks, loose blouses, shirts with a drawstring around the neck and on the wrists are interesting;
- cutout shape. The imagination of designers in the design of the neck is inexhaustible. Models with V, U-type, round, square, jewelry cutout, swing-shaped, heart-shaped, keyhole-shaped are sold;
- shortened corsets. Outwardly, they resemble a short corset without straps, with bare shoulders and neck. You should be careful in selecting other clothing items. A top that is too revealing must be complemented by high-waisted items that completely cover the legs. Otherwise, you risk getting a vulgar and tasteless duet.
Note! When composing an ensemble, it is important to maintain a balance in the openness of the body. If there is a deep neckline, close your legs tightly. It's better to wear high-waisted trousers. With a closed neck, arms and a shallow collar, you can combine a knee-length bottom. But miniskirts most often look too provocative with short tops. Better take shorts.
The materials used are silk, satin, velvet, knitwear, cotton, lace and other popular fabrics.
Knitted items for extravagant ladies
Knitted T-shirts are a must-have attribute for the coming summer 2018. Cotton thread in combination with delicate openwork knitting favorably highlights the curve of the chest, it seems original and unusual. Needlewomen create completely unique items for their clients. They decorate with wooden beads, seed beads, and select beautiful colors.
A crop top like this has two purposes. Paired with the same panties, the tandem turns into a spectacular swimsuit. Its bodice is worn with long lace skirts, denim shorts, and over a loose, untucked linen shirt.
Cropped pullovers also fall into this category of clothing. For a regular knitted sweater made from fluffy mohair, warm wool or elastic acrylic, the bottom area is cut off. The item contrasts the areas of the figure, emphasizes and enlarges the breasts. The jumper is worn over a shirt or on a naked body. It fits organically into the everyday look of a city dweller in temperate latitudes.
Information for a non-ideal figure: the product paired with a medium sheath skirt will perfectly highlight the waist. A crop top with an a-line skirt will correctly place emphasis on the proportions of the torso.
Options for an evening celebration
Today in the world of evening dresses there is a real boom in crop dresses. This is a set of a short blouse and midi, mini or maxi skirt in the shape of a sheath, pencil, bell, fish, and even a tutu. The outfits are made of silk, lace, satin, and yarn. Any fabric will do. Such tailoring favorably emphasizes feminine curves and looks elegant and graceful.
The dress is suitable for a prom, a festive evening in a restaurant. The knitted set is relevant in everyday life. It's easy to make a romantic look out of it. Despite the open belly, the overall picture is not vulgar, but, on the contrary, restrained and laconic.
To appear as formal as possible, choose bright fabrics with glitter, sequins, rhinestones, silk, satin, polyester. The toilet will seem expensive and sophisticated.
Most often, fashion designers combine a simple top and a lush or spectacularly decorated bottom. Another striking feature is the contrasting combination of colors or materials. Imagine a black and white pair, a combination of these shades in a large geometric pattern, or a small check. A sensual lace bodice and a heavy velvet or satin hem look more formal.
Wedding fashion
Speaking about evening dresses, it is necessary to discuss the wedding theme separately. Here, as in all areas of life, everything is subject to the trends of fresh ideas. What should a bride look like? Innocent and defenseless, chaste and gentle. Traditional toilets in the form of an inverted glass of a snow-white pile of fluffy petticoats and a tight-fitting silhouette have long been tired. They remain classics, but young brides want to be fresh and modern.
An open tummy looks great on slender brides. The appearance does not seem provocative or slutty. The model especially suits tall ladies. A crop top made of lace looks very beautiful.
A well-chosen midi-length bottom paired with a short blouse will create a discreet ensemble with a hidden hint of sexuality. The effect will be modest, but with the effect of “devils in a still pool.”
Lace pieces
Classic type items look best. The advantage is that there is no need to further decorate the texture. It already gives the impression of being a catchy and impressive attribute. Lace adds fragility, introduces a touch of sensuality and airiness. Its combination with rough materials is interesting. For example, denim shorts with fringe and decorative holes and an openwork lace top are a win-win beach option.
We create expressive ensembles
After purchasing the treasured product, it’s time to think about creating harmonious and stylish images. What to wear with a small T-shirt with a bare tummy?
- with skirts of different styles;
- with wide palazzo trousers;
- with tight pants like skinnies, cigarettes, bananas;
- tandem with jeans and a biker jacket will create a hooligan look;
- with shorts: the right shoes will create the direction of the bow. Heels for a party, sneakers for a walk, ballet flats for a date;
- over a shirt;
- over a dress or sundress.
Play with maxi hem length. They harmonize advantageously with flounces, ruffles, frills, and expressive bodices.
Trends 2018 – moving with the times
New ideas with the wardrobe element in question from the latest collections of world fashion trendsetters:
- A simple jersey piece with raw armholes and roomy jeans with a high waistband. Throw a bright cardigan on top.
- A trendy top bra is worn under a loose blouse in a contrasting color.
- A velvet wrap blouse goes perfectly with an evening skirt.
- A win-win theme for the office is black classic pants with a 7/8 length, a white shirt untucked and a gray or beige loose top on top.
- A striped cropped turtleneck, black knit sweatpants and open sandals or mules with heels.
- A roomy T-shirt that shows off your toned abs and light breeches with colored moccasins is a cool outfit for everyday wear.
Advice! There are two main types of female figures: pear and inverted triangle. In the first case, buy spacious T-shirts without thin straps; it is advisable to fit the lower part. And in the second, on the contrary, the top is opened, and the bottom is provided with a lush tutu.
Having initially become popular as a piece of sportswear, the crop top gradually won the hearts of fashionistas. For the first time, this part of the wardrobe of modern It girls gained popularity back in the 30s of the last century. The next peak in popularity of the crop top came in the 80s, when the rising Madonna used it in her concert numbers. Now the crop top is back in fashion, which means it's time to learn how to wear it again.
Take an example from Hollywood stars, who always choose the best outfits for going out. Using their example, it is convenient to collect effective images.
Appetizing forms
Hollywood darling and buxom comedian Melissa McCarthy dared to wear a crop top on the red carpet. The actress successfully combined a wide cropped top with long sleeves in the color of milky creme brulee with a long floor-length skirt made of metallic fabric. By using several shades of the same color in an outfit, you can visually elongate your figure and make it slimmer, which is what allowed Melissa to shine at the premiere.
Be sure to choose a high-waisted skirt or trousers. The length of the skirt is preferably below the knees. Leave as little visible skin as possible between your top and waist. Emphasize your beautiful bust and shoulder line with a stylish top. Be sure to wear heels and style your hair beautifully to draw attention to the top of your figure.
Luxurious curves
Girls with a wasp waist and curvy hips can safely combine a tight-fitting crop top with long sleeves and a narrow skirt with details that emphasize the advantages of the figure: rounded shapes and natural transitions from the waist to the hips. Be a little bolder and dare to show a tiny bit of skin around your waist to show off your perfect figure. Beyoncé does this with a snow-white crop top and matching skirt.
Beautiful shoulders and small breasts
For skinny women who often lack volume, you can look for inspiration in the outfits of celebrities with a similar figure, like Karolina Kurkova. The stylish model demonstrates the current way of wearing a crop top for slender girls with a beautiful shoulder line. Choose a fitted top made of thick, well-kept fabric in a color that suits you, sleeveless or with dropped shoulders. This will add a little volume to the upper torso, and mix the top itself with matching high-waist straight-fit trousers. This trick will make you look a little fuller while also hinting at your natural fragility.
You don't have to choose crop tops that reveal too much skin. You can find shortened models that cover the stomach and, thanks to a skirt or trousers with a high waist, will not allow others to see anything unnecessary.
What to combine with
With a flared skirt
A short flared skirt is ideal for the spring-summer period and goes well with a crop top.
With a midi skirt
Balance out a conservative skirt length with a fun print top. High-heeled shoes will lengthen your legs, and an unusual bag will set you up for a positive wave.
With a blazer
Add a modern touch to a classic outfit and pair straight trousers or a skirt with a crop top. Throw a loose-fitting blazer over the top to show off your good taste.
With a long skirt
A floor-length skirt goes well with a cropped top of any texture.
With shorts
Denim shorts will create a gentle look with a crop top with a floral print. This is one of the best outfits for hot weather. Don't forget your sunglasses and head to the music festival.
With jeans
Wear boyfriend jeans with a cropped chiffon blouse or tie the ends of the shirt in a knot at the waist for a relaxed look. This way you will look quite feminine and feel comfortable.
Before purchasing a crop top, decide on the shape. The loose fit is suitable for all body types, and for those who want to show off a perfect body and an even tan, tight-fitting models made from elastic fabrics are suitable.
An important rule to avoid looking like a teenager in a crop top is to always wear it with a high-waisted skirt, trousers or shorts. Then you can create a beautiful silhouette, highlight your figure’s strengths and eliminate minor flaws.
Square shape
Choose tops made of fabric that holds its shape, but is not too stiff so as not to visually weigh down your figure. Do not expose more than 7 centimeters of belly. Maintain a balance between intimacy and flirtatiousness, leaving room for imagination. The square shape of the crop top usually has short sleeves.
Slim fit
Let its lower part end at the narrowest part of the waist. Even if you are not one of the lucky ones with naturally luxurious body curves, this shape will create the necessary and pleasing effect of a thin waist.
Where to wear crop tops
To go to the exhibition
Choose a well-fitting crop top in a color that suits you, with long sleeves for a formal look.
For get-togethers with friends in a cafe
Use a casual style. Pay attention to loose models with a feminine cut: wide long sleeves, loose shape, laconic design. Add skinny straight trousers or jeans and ballet flats for a relaxed urban fashionista style.
To a fashion party
To stand out among the most stylish girls at the party, highlight your elegance and sexiness. Well-fitting culottes make the perfect ensemble with a solid crop top. Add to this some mind-blowing shoes and you are ready to win hearts.
On every day
Stay stylish without trying too hard. The crop top goes great with jeans.
The crop top is a versatile wardrobe item that should be in the closet of any girl who considers herself fashionable. It's stylish, simple and fun. Get inspired by the fashionable outfits of bloggers and celebrities and take a creative approach to fashion. Then you will have countless opportunities to create your own unique images.
Those with a toned tummy are incredibly lucky. They can try on one of the most trendy things in 2017 - chic ones called “crop”. But how to wear this wardrobe item and who does it suit? Let's sort out these important issues, and then we'll rush to the store to get some new clothes.
Who suits a crop top?
The crop top is not suitable for mature women. The fact is that the top is too open, too shocking. This is the perfect time to wear it for young and energetic young fashionistas. And these clothes are not suitable for all girls. There are certain features that make a crop top contraindicated for many lovers of extreme clothing. Only those with a wasp waist can wear it without fear. It is advisable to have abs present, so the top fits especially effectively.
This piece of clothing is quite open, so if small folds of fat have formed at the waist, they will be exposed to everyone. And a sagging belly won’t make it look better.
It is worth paying attention to the fact that the crop top focuses attention not only on the waist, but also on the chest. Some models should only be worn with a suitable bra. Especially if the breasts are not ideally shaped.
What to combine with a crop top
A crop top is a fairly open wardrobe item, so it is not customary to wear it to the office or to any formal event. Is it possible to combine a top with a strict and maximally closed jacket of a men's cut on a naked body?
.A short crop top made of guipure is suitable for a delicate girlish look. It goes great with a high-waisted skirt. Jeans also look good.
Suitable for creating a daring rocker look leather crop top. It can be decorated with spikes and studs to bring out the rocker theme to the fullest. Bottoms - or skinny jeans. But you can get by with the most unfeminine jeans in black or gray.
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If you're feeling romantic, it's time to mix a crop top and a skirt with a floral print. It's better to stop at the bell. This model will focus attention on the waist and give the figure seductive curves. Large bracelets are requested. Charms and cuffs fit together harmoniously.
Crop top plus sports women's tight pants- a great option for a fun workout. Instead of a T-shirt or T-shirt, wear an open top that will not hamper movement. It is worth paying attention to the material of the product - stretch will be the best option.
You can also wear it with a crop top. This combination is in no way inferior in elegance to the dress. To be more convincing, it is recommended to choose a skirt and top of the same color. Pastel shades look especially impressive: blue, yellow, beige, burgundy, powder.
Almost all shoes can be combined with a crop top. It is worth focusing on the general style of the image. If this is a classic, then ballet flats, pumps, and oxfords would be appropriate. If the look is more beachy, then you can even wear flip flops decorated with fun decor. And the sports look welcomes sneakers, sneakers and moccasins.
As for accessories, elbow-length gloves are an excellent option. They will hide the nakedness of the image. Laconic neck jewelry is also combined with tops: chokers, modest necklaces, chains. A short string of pearls would also be appropriate. If the crop top is plain, then you can attach a miniature brooch to it.
For V-neck crop top a pendant will do. It will sink intriguingly into the valley of your breasts. But the decoration should not be massive, only the most elegant and modest model without heavy stones and an abundance of rhinestones.
If your figure allows it, it would be a sin not to wear a crop top. This bold wardrobe detail will highlight the grace of the waist and the hips of the hips. The crop top is a great contribution to streetwear style. With it you can create a lot of perfect everyday and holiday combinations.
