Crop tops are a must-have for summer styling tips. Not only because they leave space for the skin to breathe, but also because they’re super cute, super sexy and so on-trend. With so many iterations of the basic crop top floating in the fashion market (think puff sleeves, bandeau tops, halterneck and off shoulder), there’s one for every style and mood.
Crop top and jeans, crop top with denim shorts — that’s something anyone can do. We explain if you’re a seasoned fashionista who wants to experiment or if you want to find out more about the hype. all the ways you can style a crop topFor a striking look.
1. Crop top paired with a denim jacket
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Before you all come at me, let me clarify that this style is not advisable to Delhi peeps in the city’s unforgiving weather. But for the rest of you, this is one style tip you shouldn’t skip. Wear crop tops with a blazer or denim jacket over it.
2. Crop top worn under sheer top
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If you’re someone who keeps a track of what’s trending in the fashion circles, you already know what a rage these sheer tops are. You must style them with your favorite outfits. Cropped tops or bralettes that are the most sexy.
3. Crop top with a skirt
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A crop top is not strictly a top, but can also mean a button down shirt that’s cropped to show off those abs. This Zendaya look makes us think that this top is a classic. White cropped shirt and white skirtWhen styled like hers, it’s a no-brainer.
4. Crop top underneath a dress
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Worn a dress multiple times but still can’t let go of it? We have a solution. Add a crop top in white or black to dress it up for a stylish update.
5. Crop top with shorts for bikes
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A lot of fashion articles have been written in praise of the biker shorts, a trend that’s showing no signs of letting up, even in 2022. So, today, we’re not saying you pick any crop top and pair it with bike shorts, but are specifically referring to those body-hugging, cropped sleeved tops with cute embroideries/print (Y2K for the win), which look delicious with cycling shorts.
6. Crop top with lehengas and sarees
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I’m sure this is not groundbreaking at all since a lot of us have been doing it for quite a while now. Though yes, we’d suggest you all keep doing it. It’s the best way to save those extra bucks and also, with such pretty options available with ruffled sleeves, strappy bralettes and embellished ones, who needs a Choli(in its traditional sense)
7. Crop top over shirts
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No, wait. Be aware that you are responsible for your own safety. A button-down shirt must be oversized. Only then you get the lewk you’re aiming for.
Fashion girls, discuss which styles you’ve already tried and which ones you’d love to style this summer. We’re always open to receiving more tips!
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