Crop Tops: How the Model Squad Keeps Reinventing the Trend

Because trend fatigue is real

By Diana Nguyen Apr 14, 2016 7:56 PMTags
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Feeling crop-top fatigue? You're not the only one.

The trend has been going strong for the past few years, and with music festivals and summer rapidly approaching, you'll still have plenty use for your favorite cut-off tops. To style them in fresh ways, however, look no further than Hollywood It Girls and models of the moment.

Take Chanel Iman, for instance, who pairs her crop top with relaxed-fit drawstring pants. To keep this look elevated rather than nighttime-ready, invest in luxe fabrics. Faux leather or suede trousers that cinch in at the ankle are the ticket, while a sheer crop top will create a nice contrast between fabrics.

Topshop Mesh Crop Tee, $26; Topshop Cutout Bralette, $35; Easy Suede Sweatpants, $1,075; Sophia Webster 'Lola' pumps, $346.08; Asos Nali Oversiized Metallic Envelope Clutch Bag, $43

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If you're unfamiliar with Brit beauty Stella Maxwell, at least play close attention to her sophisticated take on the trend. For this look, a cropped button-up and high-waist trousers are required, but feel free to play around with fun accessories and edgy jewelry like a rose-gold ear cuff.

Solid & Striped Cotton Gingham Cropped Button Up Shirt, $150; FRS Navy Tapered Pants, $55; Pixie Market Sixty Seven Drude Tassel Platform Shoes, $60; Shrimps Meadow Clutch, $300; Henri Bendel On Point Ear Cuff, $34

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Kendall Jenner is the purveyor of a perfect crop top outfit. Her tried-and-true trick? Keep to like colors but rely on unique bottom silhouettes, like a suspenders skirt, to create a dynamic look. Because your color palette is a bit restricted, opt for accessories and shoes in different textures, like shiny patent sneakers.

Topshop Contrast Rib Crop Top, $55; Mango Removable Straps Skirt, $59.99; Alexander McQueen Skull Aviator Sunglasses, $440; Diane von Furtenberg Gallery Bellini Fringed Leather and Suede Shoulder Bag, $250; Vans Classic Slip-On Sneaker, $59.95