To some, summer is shorts season. To others, it’s bikini season, and to others, it’s sandal season. But to a growing number of fashion girls, it’s, undoubtedly, crop top season. Crop tops come in many forms these days, and many of them aren’t as scary as you’d assume, especially when you factor in the high-waisted pants, skirts, and shorts you can pair with them.
As someone who’s on fashion Instagram (IYKYK) every single day, I know a common theme when I see one, and that’s that crop tops have gone far beyond just being a trend—they’re a full-blown summer wardrobe staple. I’m willing to guess that many among us own as many crop tops as we do T-shirts. But for others who may find them intimidating, I’m here to provide you with fresh styling inspiration that proves otherwise.
Keep scrolling to get inspired by some new crop top outfit ideas and to shop the best styles on the market right now.
A cropped white T-shirt is a fun swap for a regular white T-shirt. Bonus: You don’t have to tuck it in.
You truly can’t go wrong with a matching set.
A crop top plus high-waisted black jeans is a no-fail outfit formula.
Sweater sets look all the cooler when they’re cropped.
A cropped tank top with a leather jacket is so right for so many occasions.
Cool cropped sweater set, exhibit B.
The easiest way to make sweatpants more fun? You guessed it—a crop top.
A little white crop top and baggy jeans are as 2021 as outfit trends get.
This top is a thing of beauty.
It comes in blue, too, and it’s equally glorious.
Here’s how this beauty looks IRL.
This color will soon be everywhere, so stay tuned.
I fully expect this top to sell out.
If you buy just one pink thing for summer, make it this.
The bust detail makes it something special.
In case you’re craving a set, here are the matching shorts.
This looks quite comfortable.
I fully expect to see Kendall Jenner wearing this out at night.
