Sunday, June 14, 2009

Fresh Crop

Fear not, darlings! There is no need to bare your midriff (unless, that is, you are going to the beach)! Take these looks as suggestions on how to layer, and consider (a) a crop top over a basic white tank; (b) a cropped jacket with a summer dress; or (c) a mini waistcoat as a layering piece.
First photo, Italian GQ, September 2008. Runway images via style.com except where otherwise credited.
ADAM
Antonio Berardi – note the micro-jacket!
Chanel
Chloé
Cushnie et Ochs; this and next via nymag.com
Elise Overland
Elise Overland Resort
Emporio Armani; this and next via nymag.com
Guy Laroche
Giambattista Valli
Jean Paul Gaultier
Leonard, via nymag.com
Marc Jacobs Resort ~ CC adores this little tweed jacket!

Michael Kors Resort
Stella McCartney

Roland Mouret
VEDA leather lace-up back jacket, at intermixonline.com.
Muubaa cropped leather bomber jacket at asos.com.
Moschino silk cropped jacket; this and next at net-a-porter.com
Calvin Klein cropped tuxedo jacket – an instant classic!
KAIN Label crop top, at shopbop.com.
Rojas Gemssi tank top, at chickdowntown.com.
Fringed racer back top; this and next at asos.com.
Minimarket tweed short waistcoat.
Only Hearts cropped vest, at shopbop.com.
McQ cropped vest, at chickdowntown.com.
And remember: keep those belly buttons under wraps, darlings!
xoxox,
CC
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70 comments:

  1. AnonymousJune 14, 2009 at 10:07 AM

    Helena Christensen!!

    Crop is BOLD and CUTE!!

    xxZ

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  2. AmeliaJune 14, 2009 at 10:15 AM

    I could definitely do a cropped jacket. Very nice!

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  3. PHOTOS DE MODEJune 14, 2009 at 10:27 AM

    Great post, love christensen :))
    xx.

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  4. Make Do StyleJune 14, 2009 at 10:31 AM

    Am adoring the cropped tweed MJ jacket too xx

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  5. Little Bow PrepJune 14, 2009 at 10:35 AM

    I like the looks from ADAM and Chanel!

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  6. BrigadeiroJune 14, 2009 at 10:37 AM

    Ah! I'm a huge fan of cropped jackets, so many gorgeous examples here! Helena looks amazing in the 1st photo! :)
    xx

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  7. MaiJune 14, 2009 at 10:38 AM

    love cropped jackets and tops, helena looks gorgeous there!

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  8. AnikaJune 14, 2009 at 10:48 AM

    Helllo, CC. Love this post to bits!
    J'adore also that wonderful tweed jacket from Marc Jacobs' resport collection and the beatiful outfits at Chanel and Michael Kors Resort.

    Clearly a showing of how to do cropping well!

    Have a lovely week my dear :)

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  9. HiFashionJune 14, 2009 at 10:52 AM

    Heya CC! I love the new way you've put the descriptions - makes it much easier to tell what's what.

    Crops are fantastic, and I hadn't had the guts to wear one yet, but I think with the inspiration you've provided I'll be able to wear one without being too indecent! xx Leia

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  10. www.janetteria.comJune 14, 2009 at 10:52 AM

    I love Chanel of course! YAY!

    Have a great Sunday, honey!

    XoXo

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  11. WendyBJune 14, 2009 at 10:54 AM

    I've been loving cropped jackets since I got a little ruffled bolero last year. Cropped shirts -- no, not for me.

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  12. AnonymousJune 14, 2009 at 10:56 AM

    I just bought a cute D&G crop top that's blue and white gingham, very carrie a la sex and the city

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  13. Melissa BlakeJune 14, 2009 at 10:58 AM

    For some reason, I really love that bright red outfit.

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  14. SeekerJune 14, 2009 at 11:01 AM

    A great post for inspiration, darling.

    xoxox

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  15. Sheri, RNJune 14, 2009 at 11:02 AM

    I really like the red jacket and black/navy blue shorts outfit. :)

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  16. Jennifer FabulousJune 14, 2009 at 11:02 AM

    When I saw "crop" my mind went back to my Britney days from the late nineties. Nice to see these ones you posted are MUCH better. LOL.
    Very cute. I especially love the cropped jackets.

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  17. erika soroccoJune 14, 2009 at 11:25 AM

    LOVE this post! So many wonderful choices. I think the Muubaa Cropped Leather Bomber Jacket is my favorite. But the Emporio Armani, Marc Jacobs Resort, and Chanel are amazing as well. I think you've just convinced me to run out and buy a cropped jacket! :)

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  18. Fashion MomentJune 14, 2009 at 11:25 AM

    Elise Overland Resort jacket is the most beautiful! Muubaa, Calvin Klein, Michael Kors Resort, and Chanel are so fantastic! Thank you for added AF to your list!

    FM~FP~AF

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  19. Brunch at SaksJune 14, 2009 at 11:46 AM

    I am loving the little black jacket in all of these! The second picture, top row is my favorite for some reason! I love the fancy sequin dress with simple and clean jacket! Happy Sunday :)

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  20. UnknownJune 14, 2009 at 11:52 AM

    I have crop sweaters and a few that I have worn as a top....in the past... ;) For now I'll just keep on layering.

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  21. SwethaJune 14, 2009 at 12:09 PM

    thats short and cute!!.. i loved the black ones.. umm.. they are HOT too!

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  22. NotionJune 14, 2009 at 12:32 PM

    this is like an array of the clothes in my woman's closet

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  23. GabbiJune 14, 2009 at 12:39 PM

    Very pretty!

    I'm such a fan of cropped jackets and vests... and the leather bomber jacket is gorgeous.

    Wishing you a lovely Sunday dear CC!

    ♥xxoxo

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  24. BonBon Rose Girls KristinJune 14, 2009 at 12:43 PM

    The cropped leather bomber is too die for!!!

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  25. SyedJune 14, 2009 at 12:51 PM

    Oh wow, what interesting layering! I love the all black Chanel, the hem detail looks so amazing. And yum, love those pretty E&A dresses, the black jackets give such a wonderful contrast. Oooh and the Marc Jacobs resort look was so colourful, I am in love with that blazer! Hope you're having a lovely weekend :)

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  26. UnknownJune 14, 2009 at 12:53 PM

    thank goodness. I was beginning to worry! :) happy Sunday!

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  27. AngelaJune 14, 2009 at 1:18 PM

    CC you are right, the MJ crop jacket is darling. I like crop jackets b/c I am petite and I look taller but it's a wonderful piece for layering. : )

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  28. KellyJune 14, 2009 at 1:25 PM

    i love cropped cardigans and jackets!
    but i hadn't thought of layering a cropped top over a tank top...
    i'll need to be trying that...SOON!

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  29. paanieJune 14, 2009 at 2:05 PM

    i couldn't pay attention to anything after helena christensen. her body is insane.

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  30. RobynJune 14, 2009 at 2:08 PM

    i like vest look.....

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  31. LauraJune 14, 2009 at 3:56 PM

    Amazing post,
    I really like the cropped jacket.
    x Laura
    http://stylecoaching.blogspot.com

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  32. Elizabeth MarieJune 14, 2009 at 4:01 PM

    I love the fringe racerback...off to ASOS I go!

    And thank you for the compliment about my pic love! :)

    Happy Sunday CC! XO

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  33. MarianJune 14, 2009 at 4:03 PM

    how refreshing is this post. love croped jackets and that michael kors resort look is wonderful i love layering crop lengths to create interesting layered proportions.
    muah x
    marian

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  34. SiljesfashionJune 14, 2009 at 4:06 PM

    Love the cropped style, very cool.

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  35. EdaJune 14, 2009 at 4:17 PM

    I'm in love with the McQ cropped vest!

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  36. Suzanne June 14, 2009 at 4:20 PM

    Thanks again for your compliment. I love my boots too hihi =)

    My study is all about real estate, family law and corporations now, but i'm going to make a switch next year; i want to study Information law; everything around and about information; copyright, law and art, law and brands, patent law, etc. Looks like a bridgde from the boring area to the magazinesworld to me, doesn't it?

    SQ

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  37. UnknownJune 14, 2009 at 4:41 PM

    I must admit that the cropped vest Helena is wearing can be very frightening if one hasn't visited the gym! ;)

    However, the Michael Kors and Chloe are my favorite looks.

    Great post!

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  38. Hunters GloryJune 14, 2009 at 4:50 PM

    love the short jacket look....feminine fashion is defined with them. Longer the arms on the wearer the better. e.g. the leather (brown)jacket above is perfect!


    .....;)
    HG

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  39. Blair FriedemanJune 14, 2009 at 4:56 PM

    Oh, fantastic cropped inspiration! HOpe you are having a lovely Sunday. xx b

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  40. Children of the 90sJune 14, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    Love these pieces--what a fun mix of structured and hippie-wear! I adore the Chanel.

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  41. UnknownJune 14, 2009 at 5:44 PM

    I def think cropped jackets are flattering ..however, I'm beyond "crop tops" at this age ...but I did get my fill of them in two different decades lol!

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  42. OmnisLucisJune 14, 2009 at 5:54 PM

    the cropped look doesn't quite work for my long torso but i love those armanis that are on the longer side.

    (thanks for doing the survey, it's for a contest i was shortlisted in and i really appreciate it :)

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  43. AnonymousJune 14, 2009 at 5:57 PM

    I really love the Antonio Berardi, ADAM, and Chanel. The Antonio Beradi micro jacket is so amazing. I love how the dress and jacket match so amazing. Lovely post as usual.
    -LFC

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  44. This chick's got styleJune 14, 2009 at 6:01 PM

    The Kain cropped top outfit is definately someting to try out!!
    And a cropped jacket is always a great way to spice things up!

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  45. Peter BreeseJune 14, 2009 at 7:55 PM

    Wow, so retro, yet novel... cool looks!

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  46. AnonymousJune 14, 2009 at 8:22 PM

    Love, Love, Love this post! I love cropped garments for layering pieces. Hey, I gave you an award on my blog ... come by to check it out!

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  47. KeithJune 14, 2009 at 11:15 PM

    I love that cover. Helena is amazing. Hope you had a good weekend. Cheers!

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  48. Linda LuJune 14, 2009 at 11:48 PM

    I don't own any midriffs, but I do own a cropped jacket and a waistcoat. I love pairing them up with my summer dresses.

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  49. BombchellJune 15, 2009 at 12:57 AM

    love the white top with the tan skirt!

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  50. TiffanyJune 15, 2009 at 1:15 AM

    great way to think about crops without baring your belly button! i love crop jackets, always a cute way to spice up an outfit.

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  51. .cocobutterlipbalmJune 15, 2009 at 2:52 AM

    I love the fringed crop top and waistcoats -I think your blog is really quirky and chic - I'd really appreciate if you would check out my blog and become a follower on it! -http://cocobutterlipbalmx.blogspot.com/

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  52. Gєммα;∂ιℓєммα.June 15, 2009 at 3:14 AM

    It's always hard to find something good to go under a crop. These are all gorgeous. x

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  53. Fashion PersonalityJune 15, 2009 at 3:35 AM

    Crop is bold and beautiful.
    Love Elise Overland.

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  54. loft in SoHoJune 15, 2009 at 5:25 AM

    I love cropped jackets and tops!!!!!! are so cool <3<3<3

    kisses

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  55. AnonymousJune 15, 2009 at 5:31 AM

    Beautiful outfits x

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  56. BirgitJune 15, 2009 at 6:42 AM

    Wauw, you've got a really nice blog! I can look around here for hours! Nice nice nice

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  57. carolineJune 15, 2009 at 7:00 AM

    love the VEDA jacket.. it would fit perfectly to my summer wardrobe!

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  58. LenoreNeverM♡reJune 15, 2009 at 8:14 AM

    always appreciate the florals done by Leonard...surprised to see the animal print in the collection!
    Fab NEW week darling CC!! ~XO*

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  59. TheBeautyFileJune 15, 2009 at 9:57 AM

    Thank you! I saw the cropped look was getting so much attention I started fearing for my abs (of mush). I love the cropped jacket look...especially that fur bolero number!

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  60. JojoJune 15, 2009 at 10:28 AM

    Helena rocks. I was looking for a crop top this weekend...just couldn't find the perfect one. Maybe it's better to make one yourself??

    Love Jojo xx
    http://josclothes.blogspot.com/

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  61. AntheaJune 15, 2009 at 10:46 AM

    Thank god we don't have to wear cropped tops alone! Extremely difficult to pull off. Always love your wide selection of images.

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  62. Belle de VilleJune 15, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    I am so not impressed with this look and I hope that the trend is over soon. One season of this will be enough.

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  63. AnonymousJune 15, 2009 at 11:30 AM

    I HOPE THE CROP TOPS SHOWING BARE SKIN BELOW DON'T TURN INTO TOO MUCH OF A TREND, I REALLY DON'T LIKE THEM, I DONT THINK THEY LOOK FLATTERING.

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  64. AnonymousJune 15, 2009 at 1:04 PM

    I'm so sorry darling, I've skipped more than ten posts ! I'm in exam revisions and I don't even have the time to visit your blog properly... I'm really sorry ! But your posts are always magnificent... I've cropped a tutu lately, it turned out just perfect !

    And have a good week ;D

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  65. Amazing StyleJune 15, 2009 at 2:07 PM

    those are very nasty outfits!

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  66. Sierra June 15, 2009 at 3:05 PM

    Nice pics, but not a fan of the crop style. Maybe putting a tank underneath would help though. I did like the cropped white shirt with the pencil skirt...however, one would have to be quite skinny to pull it off!

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  67. AlineJune 15, 2009 at 5:08 PM

    fab ideas on how to make cropped pieces wearable!

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  68. ShayJune 15, 2009 at 6:39 PM

    good suggestions for making this look more wearable.

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  69. TARDE O TEMPRANOJune 16, 2009 at 11:35 AM

    i want everything!!! oooh you always make me dream!!! i want to have money now!

    kiss
    www.tardeotemprano.net

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  70. UnknownJune 16, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    Yes! I totally dig the cropped looks here. Interesting idea to crop a vest, I like it!f

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