Last Updated on 3 months by Maya Jayaram

Life is short, so wear the crop top!

When crop tops made a reappearance in the fashion scene a while ago, they merely seemed like just another cursory trend. But today, with more and more women including celebrities opting for crop tops, it does mean that crop tops definitely have made their mark in the fashion world and are here to stay (at least for a while). Available in a multitude of styles and colours, crop tops can instantly enhance your appeal and set you apart. But, how do you style crop tops?

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And know whats the best part about crop tops? Its their versatility! You can easily make them a part of your western as well as ethnic outfits.

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What are the different types of crop tops?

There are many different styles of crop tops with a variety of designs, including both contemporary and conventional fashions. In contrast to ethnic wear, crop tops are typically worn with jeans, shorts, and skirts. They are made of many fabrics, like cotton, silk, velvet, linen, denim, and more.

From simple plain designs to improved variations with ruffles, sleeve designs, frills, along with distinctive patterns to choose from have made crop tops stay in the spotlight for a long.

Crop tops are categorised mainly by their distinctive pattern, here are a few types that will keep you as vougish as ever.

Long sleeve crop top

Long sleeve crop tops are a simple yet stylish choice for a day out as it can be matched up with a pencil skirt or high-waisted trousers. though they may not be preferred for summer long sleeves give you the ultimate à la mode.

Halter neck crop top

Do you intend to spend a whole day with your mates partying? Then go for a halter neck crop top. Suspended from the neck or tied around the neck, this suits best for petite women with a small bust. Match up this crop top with your mom’s jeans or denim, preferably high-waisted.

High neck crop top

High necks are no longer only a winter need for the fashion statement it gives you. They go great with everything, including semi-formal attire, which is a plus. Wear yours in lovely patterns and hues with cotton or linen slacks, skirts, or high-waisted formal pants and steal the show.

Crop tee

Crop tees are most popular and cosy, similar to a T-shirt but more sleek setting up a glamorous appearance. It makes sense why young girls adore it and pair it up with everything.

Blouse crop top

If you would like to try an Indo-Western vibe, a crop top can also be donned as a saree blouse. Or try out wearing your saree blouse as a crop top. In any case, you ought to wear it at the next wedding you go to, get ready to be gazed at for your chic appeal.

Sporty crop top

As all the leading designers have embraced it in its runaway, let’s all agree that sports looks are here to stay. By pairing a sporty crop top with high-waisted denim or joggers, sneakers, and, of course, adorable sunglasses, you can add a touch of fitness to your look. Even shorts and fitted skirts look fantastic with them.

How to style crop tops?

Confused how to pair your new crop top? Or style your old crop top differently?

Here are a few ways:

Crop top with jeans

Of course, pairing with jeans is one of the easiest, comfiest and stylish options. To get a fashionable look, you could pick knitted crop tops or long sleeved ones.

Tip: Ideally, opt for high-waist jeans with crop tops.

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Crop top with skirts

Crop tops are perfect to be worn with skirts like Circle Skirts, Bandage Skirts, Denim skirts, Maxi Skirts and Midi Skirts. And if you want to add a glamorous touch, opt either Mini Skirts or fitted short Pencil Skirts or longer ones with slits. Or even better, go for a top to bottom matching look with tailored crop top and skirt with similar prints.
And with a little inspiration from Carrie Bradshaw, try it with a tutu skirt for an adorable and chic look.

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Crop top with palazzo and trousers

Pairing up crop tops with high waist trousers, palazzos and flannels are so in right now. You can choose bright or solid colors as well as printed ones to go with plain crop tops.

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Crop top with a formal look

Why not inject some joy and life into bland old formal wear with a little twist? Crop tops as formal wear can be a huge plus! Replace the shirt on your basic formal attire with a crop top. Layer up with a sleek blazer and heels and you’re ready to slay.

Crop top with ethnic skirt and lehenga

With crop tops don’t bother about expensive blouses anymore. Just get an embroidered or embellished blouse and pair it with a lehenga for that perfect ethnic look! In fact, these days you would find more brides and bridal party wearing crop tops rather than traditional lehenga blouses.

Crop top with shorts

Get a playful look by pairing crop tops with shorts. Its a perfect option for summer or for a day at the beach. And if you are looking for a chic look, opt for tailored shorts with ruffled or peplum style crop tops and add a statement jewellery to complete the look.

Crop top with sarees

All that plight about getting a well fitted blouse can go out of the window, now that you have a perfect crop top to go with sarees. What better excuse to get one today! In fact, invest in a silk, embroidered or embellished crop top that can double or triple up as a saree blouse, for lehengas as well as just any skirts!

Crop top with blazers

There are so many more ways to add character to your crop tops like adding a plaid or checkered shirt on top of a plain crop top, pairing them up with floral or printed blazers, jackets, shrugs as well as long coats.

How to choose the right crop top for your body type?

Wondering how to choose the best crop tops for your body type? Let’s find out.

Hourglass Shape

You have an hourglass shape if the upper waist is smaller than the bust and the waist and body shape resemble an hourglass. The finest crop tops for these body types are those that are tight at the waist highlighting your curves. You can choose between wearing a spaghetti-style top that exposes your neck area and a bit of cleavage or a crop top with a stand collar that tightly hugs your waist and covers your neck area.

Pear Shape

When you have a pear-shaped body, the shoulders and waist are the finest places to draw attention. If your shoulders are smaller than your waist, choose apparel that will emphasise it. Thus, any crop top with a wide neckline, including an off-the-shoulder or tube top, is suitable. Choose a top that fits you tightly rather than one that fits you at the upper waist. You will find this to be just ideal.

Rectangle Shape

If you have similar proportions at the shoulders, upper waist, and lower waist, you have a rectangle shape physique. Crop tops with a close, narrow neckline and a peplum shape are the best to wear. This will bring the entire ensemble together and give your body a more defined, structured appearance.

Apple Shape

If your physique is “top-heavy” with thinner arms and legs, you have an apple-shaped body. You might choose a box-style top and wide, smooth necklines. Match your tops together with a low-waist midi skirt, and you’re set!

Inverted triangle shape

You can identify your frame to be triangle shaped if you have a wider upper body. Choose a closed collar and a more flowing waist. Your body’s triangle will be inverted, helping it balance out. You can wear the top with a bell bottom, flared skirt, wide pair of shorts or palazzos.

Best crop tops to buy online in 2022

Let’s look at some of the coolest crop tops in the market for you this season.

Crop top	Crop top name	Pros and Cons	Check Price
	Sleeveless Casual One Shoulder Crop Top with Front Bow	✓ Universally suitable for all occasions ✓ Slim fit gives a perfect outfit ✓ Suitable for parties ☓ Not a good choice for a casual gathering	Check Price
	Sandy and Ritz Solid 3/4th Sleeves Pink Crop Top	✓ Simple colour matches with more your denim ✓ Bishop neckline ☓ Suitable for more hour glass-shaped body	Check Price
	Lavender Kitty Women’s Crop Top	✓ Perfect for a warm summer day ✓ Simple yet elegant suitable for any casual occasions ☓ Full sleeves suits high-waisted bottom	Check Price
	CHÉRI Halter Neck Crop Top	✓ Soft fabric- comfortable to wear ✓ Cross ties at the bottom give trendy appeal ☓ Suited mostly for parties	Check Price
	Marie Claire Women Top	✓ Polka dots gives a cool Retro look ✓ cotton fabric- soft and comfortable to wear ☓ Cannot match skirts	Check Price
	Puma Women’s Slim Fit Crop Top	✓Comfort to wear ✓ Loose fit gives a chic look ☓ Have to pair with a slim-fit bottom	Check Price
	Reebok Women’s Slim fit Tops	✓Great fit and elegant appeal ✓ Cozy and highlights curves ☓ Mostly suits an hourglass-shaped body	Check Price
	LE BOURGEOIS Women Embellished Crop Top	✓Beaded crop top with hanging thread gives a contemporary style. ✓ Cozy and highlights curves ☓ Mostly suits an hourglass or inverted triangle-shaped body	Check Price

Tips to keep in mind when opting for crop tops

• It is best to choose high-waisted bottoms, be it jeans, palazzo or skirts.
• It’s easier to style plain or solid crop tops, especially monochrome. Similarly, lacy crop tops are quite in right now.
• Remember, with crop tops, aim to sport your abs rather than your belly button. That way, you are revealing just the right amount of skin without being over the top, but keeping it elegant and stylish.
• Especially when wearing crop tops, try to keep a straight posture. It will ensure that you look taller, and confident and more importantly will help prevent any unnecessary folds, flab, and rolls that result from slouching.
• When choosing crop tops, it’s better to opt for stiffer fabrics than flowy ones, that will look more structured and will hold the shape.