You’ve worked hard to tone up your abs. Now, it’s time to show them off in these pretty crop tops.
The crop top trend is still going strong, and for good reason.
Those midriff-baring clothes not only keep you cool without the weight of fabric trapping heat and sweat, they also make you look hella confident and sexy. Obviously, if you’ve been eating healthy and doing your ab workouts diligently, now’s a good chance to flaunt those abs.
Style wise, crop tops are a great addition to your weekend wardrobe – you can easily wear them from yacht parties to poolside barbeques.
Below, our favourite 12 to wear this season.
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Splurge:
Balmain knit Balmain logo crop top, US$1,050 (S$1,437.03)
Continue fuelling your passion for logomania with this Balmain halter neck top that shows off your cleavage via a keyhole design. Pair this with logo trimmed sweatpants, chunky sneakers and a bucket hat to really channel your love for street wear.
Cushnie off-the-shoulder crop stretch-crepe top, US$756.63 (S$1,035.52) from Net-a-Porter
This Cushnie number covers your arms but shows off your gorgeous décolletage, which is why you ought to brush on some body highlighter to play it up. Finish with cigarette pants to complement the sharp lines.
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SPRWMN cropped leather top, US$805.75 (S$1,102.75) from Net-a-Porter
Show off your feminine strength and pair this sick leather crop top by SPRWMN with a high waisted leather mini skirt and finish with a pair of gladiator sandals. Or pair it with a cream pleated skirt to soften the tough leather.
Polka dots are back on trend this S/S’19 and this off-shoulder Carolina Herrera iteration is both feminine and sexy with the inclusion of ruffled hemlines. Finish with a wrap skirt, kitten heels and hoop earrings for a polished weekend outfit.
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Alaïa cropped broderie anglaise cotton top, US$1,200.19 (S$1,642.58) from Net-a-Porter
Made with lightweight broderie anglaise, this long sleeve lightweight statement red Alaïa crop top is a way to balance modesty while looking fierce in Singapore’s heat. Go retro and pair this with high waisted bell-bottoms.
Diane von Furstenberg cropped devoré-voile wrap blouse, US$335.14 (S$458.67) from Net-a-Porter
Summer demands for cheerful, vivid colours, and this canary yellow polka dot motif crop top from Diane von Furstenberg ticks all the right boxes. We suggest pairing this with stacked gold or rose gold bracelets, a pair of light wash distressed jeans and white sneakers for a carefree chic vibe.
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Steal:
Oysho geometric crochet top, â¬15.99 (S$24.53)
This Oysho see-through crochet top is meant to be layered over a brassiere, which means get out that sexy AF bikini or your lacy bralette. Pair it with the matching crochet trousers and you’ve got a poolside outfit in a cinch.
Pull & Bear ribbed sleeveless crop top, S$24.90
This ribbed top is for days when you don’t want to fuss with styling and want a quick get-out-and-go outfit. Just throw this forest green number on with a pair of black denim jeans and sneakers, swipe on a bold red lip and you’re good to go.
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The floral print and ruffled sleeves add a touch of youthfulness, while the v-neck and back-baring silhouette of this Bershka design ups the ante on its sex appeal. Pair this with a denim skirt and kitten heels for a brunch date with your girlfriends.
Zara printed crop top, S$49.90
Feminine and girly, this sweetheart neckline Zara crop top is made with European Union-certified environmentally-friendly viscose fibres. Pair it with the matching high-waisted skirt or a yellow buttoned midi skirt and finish with strappy heels and stud earrings.
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Florals too predictable for summer? Then go with this snakeskin patterned one from H&M to show off your sassy personality. Match the neutral tones of the print with khaki linen pants, gold jewellery and espadrilles.
Uniqlo Women AW AIRism seamless cropped long sleeve t-shirt, S$29.90
Part of Uniqlo’s second collab with esteemed fashion designer Alexander Wang, this long sleeve crop is made with the label’s signature AIRism fabric that ensures breathability and comfort in hot, humid weather like that of Singapore’s. Rock the athleisure style by wearing this with a pair of leggings and sneakers.
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