One of summer’s biggest trends is the crop top. While it might be inappropriate to wear a belly-baring top to a Sunday church service, you shouldn’t shy away from buying them. Crop tops aren’t for the faint of heart, so only wear them if you’re comfortable with your body. Before buying, try the top on and do the “hands raised in worship” and the “bow before the King” tests. Raise your hands as you would in worship to see how far the top rises, and then bend over as if you are bowing. If too much of your stomach shows, your crop might not be appropriate for church wear. You can also consider wearing a tank top underneath your crop top, either in a flesh tone color or one that nicely contrasts with the top. Once you’re ready to buy, here’s how to wear crop-tops without baring it all:
Hanging with friends/bible study:
Pick a crop top in a simple color but with a cool detail like embroidery, stitching, or a pocket. Try to find one with an asymmetrical hem that’s longer in the back. Pair it with your favorite pair of skinny jeans, and go for a high-waisted pair for even more coverage. Finish off your simple outfit with statement jewelry and jeweled sandals, and you’ll look super stylish without being forced.
Church picnic/midweek service:
Choose a skin-tight crop top, even a bustier top might work for this look. Keep the color simple, but experiment with different materials such as denim or lace. Pair it with a knee-length or midi pleated skirt in a bold color like yellow or red. Top off your look with a wide belt placed right where the skirt and top meet, and throw on a pair of wedges to finish it off.
Church service:
Find a crop top with a colorful print; try graphic prints, animal prints, or flowers, which are all on trend this season. Throw on your trusty black pencil skirt and pull it up as high as necessary so that no skin shows when you raise your hands. Complete the look with an envelope clutch in a contrast color and nude pumps. For extra protection, wear a long necklace which will keep your top close to your body in case the church fans are on overdrive.
Hanging with friends/bible study:
Pick a crop top in a simple color but with a cool detail like embroidery, stitching, or a pocket. Try to find one with an asymmetrical hem that’s longer in the back. Pair it with your favorite pair of skinny jeans, and go for a high-waisted pair for even more coverage. Finish off your simple outfit with statement jewelry and jeweled sandals, and you’ll look super stylish without being forced.
Church picnic/midweek service:
Choose a skin-tight crop top, even a bustier top might work for this look. Keep the color simple, but experiment with different materials such as denim or lace. Pair it with a knee-length or midi pleated skirt in a bold color like yellow or red. Top off your look with a wide belt placed right where the skirt and top meet, and throw on a pair of wedges to finish it off.
Church service:
Find a crop top with a colorful print; try graphic prints, animal prints, or flowers, which are all on trend this season. Throw on your trusty black pencil skirt and pull it up as high as necessary so that no skin shows when you raise your hands. Complete the look with an envelope clutch in a contrast color and nude pumps. For extra protection, wear a long necklace which will keep your top close to your body in case the church fans are on overdrive.
Crop tops by ieboh featuring a geometric necklace
Now that you know how and where to wear crop tops, go and get yourself one (or a few) on an end-of-summer sale from your favorite store, or click any item above to see where you can purchase!
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