Let's Talk Crop

5.29.2012



Thrifted crop tank (we love all the styles here as well), 
Vintage chiffon skirt and neon accent belt, 
Aldo tote bag (this version is awesome too), 
Alexander Wang sandals (last seen here).

I'm not normally one for bearing my midriff. But lately, inspired by the return of high waisted bottoms and the adorable bustier tops that were designed to complement them, I've been trying to open my mind to crop tops and exposing a bit of belly. 

After Micol's latest shopping spree ( even though she was supposed to be on a shopping hiatus) resulted in her bringing home a few loose crop tops of her own, I decided it was about time I set off to explore the trend myself. I headed to Buffalo Exchange to try and find a cheap and fun cropped shirt that I could use as a tester of sorts, and this was the result. I love finding exactly what I'm looking for!

Paired with a loose, flowing skirt and a vintage belt with a dash of neon, it was the perfect outfit for an East Village rooftop bbq. Minus when the wind kicked up and blew up my skirt. But at least it took the attention off my exposed midriff.

What do you think? To crop, or not?
xL
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46 comments :

  1. Tinacious MeMay 29, 2012 at 8:29 AM

    this is so cute! I really like the mix of prints in this outfit!
    Tina @ www.tinacious.me

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  2. BuzzMay 29, 2012 at 9:52 AM

    Love it!

    Thx for stopping by. Wanna follow each other?

    Have a great day,
    Laura

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  3. Votre AmieMay 29, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    Love a good crop top - It's the perfect kind of crop with just a whisper of belly showing. And I will never get over how incredible those shoes are!
    x
    www.iloveublank.blogspot.com

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  4. dugongsssMay 29, 2012 at 10:20 AM

    Love this outfit, looks gorgeous!

    http://dawndugong.blogspot.com

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  5. AngelaMay 29, 2012 at 10:20 AM

    Love how you put together a very classy look. I agree with not showing too much belly, but the higher waist now seen on many bottoms, make it more chic. Love the yellow bag and your pink lipstick. Great look! And LOVE LOVE the shoes!!

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  6. shoppingtherapyMay 29, 2012 at 11:12 AM

    oh my god you are so pretty!!love your outfit is so cool and stylish!i am your new follower would you like to follow me back??
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  7. IreneMay 29, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    You look amazing!!
    Love the print combination!!
    I hope you like my blog!

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  8. LauraMay 29, 2012 at 12:30 PM

    I really like the mix of prints. You look so pretty!!

    xxx
    - Laura
    http://ucouldbemysomeone.blogspot.com

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  9. Aurélie and AngeloMay 29, 2012 at 12:42 PM

    Such a beautiful and refreshing look! Love the mix of prints! I can't get over that skirt, I want!!! xxx

    http://aurelieandangelo.com/

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  10. Nicoline BerthyMay 29, 2012 at 12:53 PM

    Wow i love your outfit, especially the top is gorgeous! :)

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  11. Athina ValyrakiMay 29, 2012 at 12:55 PM

    hey thanks a lot for your comment on my blog, i love your style too and Im gladly following you girls :)

    www.notyouraveragestylefix.com

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  12. CathyMay 29, 2012 at 1:22 PM

    It's true, crop tops are back. As long as it's classy...minimal midriff baring, higher waist, it works. The look here is definitely fabulous! Love how you worked the look with a high-low crop top...thanks for the idea :) That belt is absolutely gorgeous! Hope you girls had a great holiday weekend. xo

    @Cathy_Showan
    http://cstyledesign.blogspot.com

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  13. beluxedfashionMay 29, 2012 at 1:51 PM

    Your outfit is gorgeous! Love that skirt. Followed you, follow us back? :)

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  14. MarlenaMay 29, 2012 at 2:14 PM

    I love crop tops, I'm all about them. And it's awesome you found one thrifted, that makes it that much sweeter! And hearing all about your rooftop bbqs is making me jealous, sigh.

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  15. Adelina AlexanderMay 29, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    I love that belt!!!!
    xo

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  16. Pins, Needles & FashionMay 29, 2012 at 2:27 PM

    I love the crop top pattern and that skirt is adorable. You look stunning.

    www.pinsneedlesfashion.blogspot.com

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  17. AndreaMay 29, 2012 at 2:42 PM

    Gorgeous look!! I have to agree, when I hear 'cropped top' my mind immediately goes to these horrible looks from the mid-nineties. I'm talking about these super low rise jeans and thight tops which ended a hand's width over the belly button... you know what I mean?
    But I find that now, I really like these flowy, cropped shirts with high waisted skirts! I looks so chic yet cool!
    xo Andrea

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  18. CarolineMay 29, 2012 at 3:00 PM

    love the mix of prints! x

    http://highstreetfashionlust.blogspot.com

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  19. indie by heartMay 29, 2012 at 3:43 PM

    Great look! :) You look gorgeous, I couldn't pull off a crop top ^^ <3

    Satu
    Indie by heart

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  20. Xenia KuhnMay 29, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    I love your belt. I adore pipings! :))

    www.FaShionRoLLa.com

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  21. Tessa:May 29, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    Great outfit, those heels still are amazing!

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  22. HeatherMay 29, 2012 at 8:08 PM

    I'm also not a fan of showing off my midriff but I do love pairing crop tops with high waisted pants or skirts. It makes it seem less seductive lol I also loooooveeee that belt!

    http://fashionistanygirl.blogspot.com/

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  23. Marie MartellMay 29, 2012 at 10:31 PM

    Love this, and the patterns together are great!

    xo Marie
    http://nyorkeratheart.blogspot.com

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  24. Diana (double-ganger)May 30, 2012 at 4:33 AM

    Oh! I love it! I like the combination of the truncated top and skirt. perfectly matched the belt and the bag! amazing post!

    xx
    Diana
    double-ganger.blogspot.com

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  25. The New Girl In TownMay 30, 2012 at 4:47 AM

    Thanks for the birthday wishes! Nice outfit:)

    xx Laura

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  26. Details of BeautyMay 30, 2012 at 5:08 AM

    Gorgeous!!

    And ugh... those shoes.. LOVE

    xx!

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  27. RedTagChicLosAngelesMay 30, 2012 at 5:25 AM

    Love your outfit.....lovely hair too!!

    Rebecca
    www.redtagchiclosangeles.com

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  28. Mrs CMay 30, 2012 at 7:27 AM

    Fabulous, Marcy!

    Come see my new post on maxi skirt here:
    http://mrsjackofalltradesdaily.blogspot.com/2012/05/3-in-1-maxi-skirt-part-1.html

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  29. EMAMay 30, 2012 at 8:27 AM

    You look stunning! love your shoes

    http://www.themirroronthewall.com

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  30. becksMay 30, 2012 at 12:05 PM

    you look amazing! love this outfit!

    www.beckspick.com

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  31. Steven BrownMay 30, 2012 at 12:38 PM

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    steven 0:)

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  32. Amber M.May 30, 2012 at 1:09 PM

    I love how the belt and the bag add contrast to the entire outfit.

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  33. Amy ShaughnessyMay 30, 2012 at 1:24 PM

    Such a cool look! I love it! Wish I could wear a crop top...

    Amy

    fashionandbeautyfinds.blogspot.com

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  34. AnonymousMay 30, 2012 at 5:26 PM

    I am so glad you stopped by my blog because it meant I could find yours – really loving what y'all do! Such great style and photography. I love these patterns together – similar but different.

    Sea and Swank

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  35. Jenee C.May 30, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    Lovely blog dear, thanks for stopping by mine. Just started following you, can't wait to see more.

    xx http://camomeetscouture.blogspot.com/

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  36. MaryGlamLadyMay 30, 2012 at 6:16 PM

    great look...I love it...kisses...
    stop by...
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  37. GiovannaMay 30, 2012 at 6:41 PM

    I'm obsessed with the cropped look right now! Great find! Loving that top!

    xx
    Giovanna
    www.oliveandanarrow.com

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  38. bettyMay 30, 2012 at 6:50 PM

    love love it .. u totally rock that crop top !! looking lush x

    http://betty-freestylescraps.blogspot.co.uk/

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  39. Daniel WilliamMay 30, 2012 at 8:04 PM

    Love the pop of colour with this outfit! You have such a great sense of style, I love it :)

    Daniel x
    http://votregarcon.blogspot.co.uk/

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  40. Jenna HughesMay 30, 2012 at 9:14 PM

    love this particular mix of prints!

    http://underthefluorescents.blogspot.com/

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  42. LoveT.May 31, 2012 at 5:07 AM

    Adorable ♡
    Thanks for the nice Comment ,would you like it to follow each other? :)

    Lovely Greetings!

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  43. CollectionsMay 31, 2012 at 8:45 AM

    Love the top, love the skirt, love the belt... you look awesome.

    Collections

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  44. AnonymousJune 2, 2012 at 5:22 PM

    What a great outfit you put together. Who would have thought these two patterns would mix so well together! Love the splash of color with the bag added in!


    Carly and Stacie

    www.theislandsecret.blogspot.com

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  45. Arra AbellaJune 6, 2012 at 12:56 AM

    Such a stunning look!

    Arra
    theprincessonthebrink.blogspot.com

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  46. DawnJuly 7, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    Found you at IFB. Congratulations on being featured as one of the up and coming bloggers. Nice to meet you, Dawn Suitcase Vignettes xo

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