Everybody's Wearing... Crop Tops
It's the trend that's slowly crept up on us this summer and the midriff-baring trend is set to run right into the autumn, too
Getty ImagesHow to do the crop top trend for the winter? Pair a high waisted pencil skirt with a cropped knit, like Miranda Kerr here.
Getty ImagesNicole Richie put her enviably toned abs on display in this black crop top which she styled out with a long skirt to match her blue hair.
Rex FeaturesDiane Kruger rocked, possibly, one of the greatest summer outfits we've seen in recent times whilst out and about shopping in New York City. Plus, we love the peekaboo element of her cropped tee and high-waisted skirt combo.
Rex FeaturesStaying cool in the NYC heat across town though and Rihanna was snapped wearing a distinctly sporty crop top with a side-split pair of denim shorts. Wear if you dare...
RexJust before she did her Ice Bucket challenge in aid of ALS, Rita Ora was snapped working this crop top and low-slung boyfriend jeans look.
Rex FeaturesDaisy Lowe got into the spirit of summer this week when she was snapped with her t-shirt knotted around her waist to make a crop top. We love this DIY fashion tip!
Splash NewsHow Rihanna does the crop top trend? Just grab a sports bra, boxing shorts and an oversized denim jacket and you're good to go.
Rex FeaturesAnother cropped co-ords outfit from Taylor Swift and the singer put her perfect abs on display in this grey and white outfit, topped off with hot pink shoes. Did we mention this outfit was for a casual walk in Central Park, BTW?
FlynetCressy Bonas loves a good crop top and if we had her lithe dancer's body - so would we! This sleek all-black ensemble with loose-fit trousers is a chic cropped top look for summer evenings.
Rex FeaturesMiley's sartorial go-to is always a cropped top, but this leather pencil skirt combo is badass and high-fashion all at the same time.
Rex FeaturesAs always RiRi makes those tricky catwalk outfits work for her. If you're going to do the whole crop top thing, follow Rihanna's lead and flash the top of your midriff.
Rex FeaturesUmm... Wow?! Taylor Swift gave her image an overhaul this summer when she stepped out in New York in this gorgeous and oh-so-sexy co-ords set complete with bralet and Kate Spade bag. Go, Taylor!
PA PhotosGemma Arterton put her toned abs on display at the Serpentine Summer Party in July 2014 with this gorgeous hot pink Prabal Gurung midriff-baring co-ord.
Rex FeaturesA summer weekend outfit if ever we saw one; J.Lo's simple cropped black tee and boyfriend jeans in a winner in the sunnier months.
Getty ImagesMore crop top action from Rihanna and we love the loose-fit of this top - again, teamed with boyfriend jeans.
Rex FeaturesLupita Nyongāoās red carpet style has become our new favourite thing but these midriff-baring ensembles are her forte thanks to those killer abs. Gah. Jealous much? Us?!
Getty ImagesIn a departure from her usual style, Emma Watson got in on the crop trend and the leg veil trend with this lacy bandeau and maxi skirt ensemble from Valentino at the labelās Paris Couture Week show.
Getty ImagesBut it wasn't the first time Em had flashed her abs in a dare-to-bare red carpet crop top. At the GQ Man Of The Year Awards in London in 2012, the actress embraced the midriff-baring trend with this Balenciaga architectural top and loose black trousers.
Splash NewsQueen Bey was the epitomƩ of a toned-to-perfection yummy mummy when she stepped out to a New York party in this ab-flashing two-piece.
Rex FeaturesMaking the ab-flashing as chic as it is enviable, step forward French fashion star Julia Restoin Roitfeld.
Rex FeaturesIn need of a masterclass in high fashion crop-top wearing that doesnāt make you look like youāve just stepped out of the Spice Girlsā Wannabe video? Let the ever abs-spiring Diane Kruger be your crop top wearing spirit guide.
FlynetWe LOVE Ireland Baldwin's take on the crop top with a floaty midi-skirt and an oversized military-inspired sleeveless jacket.
Rex FeaturesWorking winter whites last Christmas, Nicole Scherzinger defied London's chillier climate in this bold crop top and pencil skirt - the statement heels are a bonus!
Rex FeaturesCheryl Cole's clearly enjoying the ripped jean denim trend as much as us; but it's the added style pointers thanks to the crop top and that fringed Kate Moss for Topshop suede jacket that take this to the next level.
Rex FeaturesFurther proof that Kendall Jenner is fast becoming one of our favourite style crushes, the model looked chic in mushroom toned silk trousers and a cropped white top for lunch out with her sister Kylie.
Rex FeaturesPoppy Delevingne turned the crop top trend on its head last year when she stepped out in this oh-so-chic baby pink suit teamed with an oh-so-casual grey crop top.
Rex FeaturesCropped jeans, a tie-dye cropped top and Chanel flats. It's simple but oh-so effective from Bella Thorne.
GettyWorking a brand new 'do, K-Stew channels a grunge-chic aesthetic at Chanel and whilst it was her newly shorn 'do that garnered the column inches, we couldn't help but notice the excellent crop topping here, too.
Rex FeaturesClara Paget does co-ords and crop tops here with aplomb whilst the Lulu Guinness clutch is the icing on the proverbial fashion cake.
Foxes, aka Louise Rose Allen, is queen of the ab flash. Here she is showing off a seriously cool take on monochrome, in a black sporty crop top, sheer floral embroidered skirt and breezy longline blazer.
Rex FeaturesDiane Kruger rarely puts a fashionable foot wrong and this show-stopping, midriff-baring ensemble is no exception. Looking radiant in monochrome with just a pair of punchy coloured wedges to nod to the summertime, this is one of our fave looks on the actress to date.
FlynetHow models do the crop top thing? Jourdan Dunn does uber-ripped jeans, sky-high heels and a simple cropped tank.
Rex FeaturesFor the Royal Academy's Summer Exhibition, Alexa Chung looked gorgeous in a ruffled cream lace crop top which she teamed with a high-waisted golden tweed skirt. Alexa completed the look with a pair of super shiny boots and a Chanel quilted clutch. In short, we loved the luxe design on this crop top.
Rex FeaturesKate Hudson's long-been a major style icon for us but this skirt and cropped top look is a gorgeous outfit for city summers.
Rex FeaturesCool girl Chloe Sevigny strikes again, this time in a pretty little pleated skirt and co-ordinated crop. And, of course, a chunky pair of sandals round off the look to perfection.
Rex FeaturesCara proves she's top of the crops with this all-black outfit. Could it be more '90's?! If only we had the abs to carry this one off sigh.
PA PhotosThis Taylor Swift red carpet ensemble is one of our favourite looks on her, ever. The stunning J. Mendel monochrome two-piece with crop top proves that the trend works for formalwear, too.
PA PhotosSuki Waterhouse negotiated this tricky trend thanks to a conservative jacket and sky-high boots.
Getty ImagesHow to make the crop top trend interesting? Opt for origami folds and unusual tailoring like Lily Collins.
Rex FeaturesRachel Bilson wore this gorgeous cropped Milly ensemble in the winter, making a strong case for the crop top all year round.
Rex FeaturesWhilst we can't fault her style, we recommend going for a higher-waisted skirt if you're not quite as daring as Lily Collins.
Rex FeaturesHow to style out a great set of abs like Rihanna's? Grab yourself a camo crop top with indigo boyfriend jeans.
