10 Celebrity-Approved Ways to Style Your Crop Top, From Zendaya to Kendall Jenner
It’s officially the middle of July, which means by now you’re probably over your initial excitement about summer clothes and just trying to be air conditioner-adjacent as much as possible. But before you give up on your quest for cute outfits completely, give the latest celeb trend a try.
This week, stars like Lais Ribeiro, Kendall Jenner, and Hailey Baldwin beat the heat and looked amazing by swapping out their standard tees for chic, cropped tees. Zendaya dressed hers up with a pair of classic black pumps and a hot weather-friendly top knot, Bella Hadid paired hers with a pair of comfy leggings, and Rita Ora paired hers with roomy trousers and shades — but, of course, they weren’t the only ones. Click through to see our favorite looks of the week, and consider the crop for your next summer soiree.
1/12When Kendall, Rita, and Bella get behind a trend, you know it's one worth following.
Photo: BuzzFoto via Getty Images2/12WHO: Kendall Jenner
WORE: A white cropped t-shirt, a brown suede jacket, denim cutoffs, and velvet boots.
WHERE: Out and about in New York.
WHY: Anyone who can make jean shorts look this chic is a genius in our book.
Photo: FilmMagic3/12WHO: Zendaya
WORE: A gold satin top with leather pants and pumps.
WHERE: The Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Sports Awards 2016.
WHY: Okay, so wearing leather pants isn’t exactly a way to stay cool this summer, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a style lesson here. Swap out Z’s pants for a pair of denim shorts — don’t forget her super fancy top — and you’re good to go.
Photo: Patrick McMullan via Getty Image4/12WHO: Lais Ribeiro
WORE: A white blouse, boyfriend jeans, and open-toe boots.
WHERE: Sitting front row at the Rochambeau fashion show.
WHY: Could this be any easier? From her fresh face to her oversized jeans, Lais nails effortless summer style from head to toe.
Photo: GC Images5/12WHO: Bella Hadid
WORE: A black Nike top, striped leggings, and lace-up boots.
WHERE: Shopping in Soho, New York.
WHY: Bella is always giving us new ways to wear leggings outside the gym. This crop top moment is yet another win for the model’s style scorecard.
Photo: GC Images6/12WHO: Hailey Baldwin
WORE: A cherry red two-piece and nude lace-up shoes.
WHERE: The Revolve Summer Splash Party in Water Mill, New York.
WHY: With an off-the-shoulder blouse, a bare midriff, and a skirt with a slit, Hailey combines three seriously hot summer trends in one very chic swoop.
Photo: GC Images7/12WHO: Stella Maxwell
WORE: A blue satin top with jeans and a painted leather jacket.
WHERE: Out and about in New York.
WHY: A blue jean-blue crop top with a matching pair of jeans — why didn’t we think of that? Plus, Bella Hadid makes a pretty great accessory, don’t you think?
Photo: WireImage8/12WHO: Chanel Iman
WORE: A black blouse, white pants, and minimal black sandals.
WHERE: The 2016 VH1 Hip Hop Honors event in New York.
WHY: Is there anything more classic than crisp black and white? We think not.
Photo: Getty Images for Univision9/12WHO: Leslie Grace
WORE: A pale blue crop top with matching pants, jacket, and choker.
WHERE: Univision’s 13th Edition of Premios Juventud Youth Awards in Miami.
WHY: We love a good suit, but they can be impossible to wear when it’s this hot outside. Leslie’s bright hue (not to mention light, flawless accessories) bring one of our favorite cold weather trends into the sun.
Photo: GC Images10/12WHO: Rita Ora
WORE: A navy and white crop top with matching trousers.
WHERE: Walking around Tribeca, New York.
WHY: Rita never really gets it wrong, but this unique look is truly one of her best.
Photo: NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images11/12WHO: Keke Palmer
WORE: A black crop top, trousers, sandals, and chokers.
WHERE: Making an appearance on Late Night with Seth Meyers.
WHY: When we look at this image, we see Keke, not the outfit — which is exactly what makes it worth copying every single day.
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