For the longest time, I haven’t understood crop tops or outfits that need me to tuck the tops/shirts inside my pants, because hello, I am a plus-size girlie! However, with time, I have not just come to accept and embrace my body, but I’ve also found my personal style, which in turn, helps me be confident no matter what I style. Every once in a while, I get flattering compliments on styling a crop top look that I know that I know I wouldn’t have dared to do a few years ago.
But well, that’s the thing about fashion, it can evolve and you can too! So, if you are a plus-size girlie, then I’ve got you covered with our guide to style crop tops as a plus-size girlie!
7 Ways you can rock a crop top as a plus-size girl
There’s so much prejudice and stereotyping when it comes to people with plus-size bodies. (We will not get into the debate of how men are allowed to roam shirtless of their free will!) However, fashion has come a long way, and if you are a plus-size girl who wants to style crop tops, we’ve got a comprehensive guide and ways to ace the look!
1. High-waisted bottoms
• A sure-short way to ace your crop top fit is by wearing jeans, trousers or skirts that are high-waisted (at least for starters).
• Not only do they create a balanced silhouette by elongating the legs, but they also offer more coverage.
• Once you get a hang of it, you can always style your outfits the way you like.
• What this will do is give it a look of your top being tucked inside, but it’s a crop top.
• As you gain confidence, you can experiment the way you like it.
2. Layering it right
• I’ve learned this much later, but layering your outfit is a great way to style a crop top.
• You can opt for shrugs, jackets, cardigans, etc. that add coverage, but at the same time, also add to the overall appeal of the outfit.
• You can also re-create some of the classic looks by wearing your oversized shirts as a jacket and style crop tops of your choice.
3. Accessorise away
• To further elevate your overall look and draw attention away from the midsection, you can accessorise how you like it.
• Statement necklaces, scarves, thick belts, etc. will help you create drama and also look stylish.
• However, this, in no way, means that you need to hide your tummy or cover it up because these are just beginner-friendly suggestions.
4. Get your fit right
• Style your outfit the way you like it, but not at the cost of comfort.
• You can wear a crop top and still be comfortable with how it looks.
• Don’t wear something too light or too loose, and instead, find outfits that flatter your figure.
5. Experiment with proportions
• One of the best parts about styling a crop top is how you can further experiment with the look.
• You can play around with the lengths and styles of the crop tops depending on how you want them to look.
• You can also style them best with skirts and tuck them in to give a more defined look.
6. Mix and match
• There’s no one way to style any piece of clothing.
• When you pick a crop top, don’t just stick to high-waist pants or trousers.
• You can always experiment with long shrugs, palazzos, culottes, etc., depending on different occasions.
7. Confidence is key
• Last but definitely not the least, confidence elevates every outfit.
• If you constantly adjust your crop top or seem visibly uncomfortable, even the most flattering outfit will fail to make any difference.
• Just embrace the look and be sure to ace it!
Body positivity for the win
Styling any look, crop top or not, is about feeling it right and not being condescending of yourself in any way. Sure, you might not like how your arms look in sleeveless tops or how your thighs don’t look appealing in short dresses, but if you can own the outfit, there’s an instant shift. And that, only comes from being positive about how you look while ensuring that you work on yourself and for the betterment of your health.
Now, if you still have questions about styling a crop top as a plus-size female, we’ve got you covered with some frequently asked questions. These will definitely help you out and also give you some added confidence to style them!
That was all on how to style crop tops as a plus-size girl and rock that outfit! Hope this was of help and the next time you like that crop top, you won’t just add it to your cart but also buy it!
