Finding the Perfect Fit With Crop Tops

Crop tops are a fashion staple that’s easy to style to create a trendy look. Pair them with contemporary jeans for a stylish day-to-day ensemble.

Hot crop tops are a good choice for those with larger chest sizes. Avoid details like ruffles, which add bulk to the chest area.

Hourglass

If you’re an hourglass shape, you have beautiful curves and balanced proportions. You want to avoid anything that unbalances your natural silhouette by making your shoulders wide or putting too much emphasis on the upper body.

Look for a fitted top that nips in at the waist without adding extra bulk to your chest. Choose v-neck or scoop neck styles, and avoid oversized, flowy boho designs. These types of styles can hide your curves and make you look boxy.

You may also want to avoid too many girly details, like laces and frills because these can be too heavy on your curvy shape. Instead, go for simple decorative touches like gold buttons on the shoulder or a cross-over hem style that adds to the feminine feel of your outfit. Pair your crop tops with a denim or midi skirt for a chic and classy look. You can even rock skinny jeans to give your outfit structure and definition.

Rectangular

A crop top that lands right on your natural waistline is the best way to show off your slim torso. It also gives your outfit a sleek look when paired with high-waisted pants or skirts. Look for striped or black crop tops that help to create a long line and add an edge to your style.

If you have broad shoulders, choose a halter or scoop neck crop top that will direct your eye up and down to accentuate your figure. You can even try a V-neck crop top if your shoulders are soft.

To find the perfect fit for your crop top:

1. Measure the length of your torso from just under your bust to your waistline.
2. Use a ruler or measuring tape to get the exact measurement.
3. Mark this point on the shirt with fabric clips or pins. This will ensure you don’t cut the shirt too low when making your crop top.

Pear-Shaped

If you have a pear shape body type, crop tops that add volume to the upper half of your outfit help balance your hips and shoulders. Opt for a wrap dress that ties around your waist to create the illusion of balanced curves or an off-the-shoulder ruffle crop top.

For bottoms, wider skirts at the hem than in the waistline effectively de-emphasize your wide hips and thighs while drawing the eye upward. You can also try a lightly gathered or flared skirt around the ankle or calf area.

Narrow necklines can optically narrow your shoulders and bust area, so choose wider necklines such as the Sabrina, queen anne, or Bateau neckline. Avoid lace-up and corset details that will narrow your upper body. Finally, it would help if you avoided super skinny pants that accentuate the size of your hips and thighs. Instead, opt for pants and jeans slightly wider in the calf and ankle areas.

Straight

Plenty of crop tops will flatter your figure if you have a straight body shape. Vertical striped ones help give you a taller look, while high-density floral or geometric prints create the illusion of slimmer arms. Similarly, peplum styles are great attention-grabbing waistline features and can also help create the impression of a curvy silhouette.

Busty girls needn’t avoid crop tops either – opt for ones with a higher neckline made from a stiffer fabric that makes your bust appear smaller. Or try one with a pretty pattern that lifts your ladies for that sexy hint of cleavage you’re after. And don’t forget to pair it with a mini skirt or high-waisted pants or shorts to balance your weighty bottom half and showcase the shape of your legs. That’s a fab look that will take you from casual home wear to a night out with the girls.