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If you're anything like me, back in the day — before exercise seemed like an issue — you rocked cropped tops everywhere. Circa 1994, was there something else worth wearing? In recent years, though, I've generally kept a little fabric between my belly and the world. Until now. Cropped tops are a must wear again. Luckily, Pilates instructor Natalie Ridley of The Sports Club/LA (where the likes Read more
Margherita Missoni lives on a different fashion planet. Imagine having Missoni blood pumping through your veins. No wonder the newly appointed accessory designer for the house dares to go there. There being mixing printed pants with cropped knits. Her silky Missoni zigzag pants are the coolest warm-weather counterpart to her sexy cropped knit tank. Because of the high waist, this crop top Read more
Many girls get scared when they see cropped tops; I get inspired. Let me explain: one of these Delia's Ella Cropped Dolman Tops ($20, originally $25) is a match made in heaven for all your dresses. Just throw one on over a sleek LBD, a flirty floral frock, or a simple maxi to add depth and create the illusion of separates. Another perfect pairing is with anything high-waisted — shorts, skirts, Read more
Fab reader ppfgirl brought chic sophistication to the bright-pants trend by adding animal print and and classic gold accessories. She paired cropped kelly-green pants with a breezy leopard-print blouse before grabbing a structured two-tone tote that coordinated with the neutral shades of her top. Along with cool aviators, she dressed up the look with bold accessories: a long chain necklace, a Read more
This week, our Fab Community stuck to striking neon pieces and bright, mixed prints. From cropped floral pants to polka-dot skinny jeans, our readers proved that bold bottoms work well with both neutrals and patterns. Whether mini or maxi, skirts were full of volume and paired with simple tops in classic shapes. High heels and structured handbags topped off the looks, adding a refined element to Read more
We loved the retro '50s feel of the crop top when it appeared in Rachel Comey's Spring 2011 runway show, and we've since seen it popping up on celebs. Kelly Rowland chose a yellow lace version, while Zoe Kravitz went for a white top and black skirt at a party in New York. We even did a story on how to wear a crop top. That said, it definitely shows some skin. Is it a trend you'll be wearing this Read more
When we first heard that crop tops (and more specifically, bralets) were going to be big for 2012, we had our reservations — it seemed like a look best suited for outdoor music festivals and costume parties — but after seeing the midriff-baring look on the runways at Dolce & Gabbana, Nina Ricci, Prada, and others, we inevitably changed our tune, and are officially smitten with the idea Read more
Summer is a time to kick back and relax, unless you're one of the ladies on the "fierce" end of our Summer movie spectrum. From Cameron to Charlize, we're highlighting the top leading ladies from this year's impressive crop of Summer flicks, from lighthearted to cold-blooded. So whether you'd prefer to laugh along with Mila in Ted or suit up with Scarlett in The Avengers, we've got someone for Read more
Forget traditional Hawaiian-printed muumuus and silly parrot-themed button-up blouses: these tropical print wares are not only covetable — they'll also instantly inject your closet with a Summer-ready feel. While it's no secret we love a great floral pattern, we're currently crushing on a bolder, brighter tropical iteration of the trend. And the best part? You can incorporate the Read more
Another day, another photocall for Freida Pinto at the Cannes Film Festival. Today, she tried out a two-piece Salvatore Ferragamo look, which showed off her midriff in a crop top to promote her new movie Desert Dancer. Freida is here for her work both on screen and off, as an ambassador for L'Oréal Paris. Freida made another daring fashion choice for the opening night of the festival, which you Read more
