Tuesday, 22 July 2014

A Pop of Crop

Sometimes, I wish that I was a little bit more adventurous. I love trying new food and going to new places (sort of), but I'm just a girl who loves her routine.

This is something that I'm working on changing, but change is a gradual thing, isn't it? That said, the way that I'm trying to change this is by doing more, if that makes any sense. 

I have an example that I can't share yet (it's exciting, I promise!!), but another example that I can share is that I've signed up for a Graphic Design course at a local community college, starting this fall. It's one class, once a week, but this is an area that I've been interested in for a while, so I figured, why not? In addition to learning a ton of new skills, I'll also meet a bunch of new people. Nerve-racking for sure, but exciting.

Even though I'm not overly adventurous  I tend to be a lot more open when it comes to fashion. If you've been reading my blog for a while now, you'll know that I love trying out trends (like here and here). 

Most recently, I decided to get aboard the crop top train, even though I'm way too insecure to walk around, flaunting my midriff. I figured, there had to be a way to modify the crop top enough to feel comfortable to wear one in public.

I've been experimenting a little bit, and so far, my favourite way to wear crop tops is with a bit of layering. This way, you still reveal a bit of skin, but can feel covered up at the same time.

When paired with a skirt and my trusty cargo vest, I was set!






Outfit Details:

Crop Top - Brandy Melville (Similar) // Skirt - H&M (Similar) // Vest - Old Navy (Same)
Sunglasses - Aldo (Same) // Shoes - Wish Bone via Brown's (Similar) // Bag - Gap (Similar)
Necklace - Crafts&Love (Same)


Okay, I've got to know - what do you think of crop tops?

43 comments:

  1. That's such a good idea...layering over crop tops. Of all the crop top outfits I've seen (a lot), I don't think I've seen it worn this way. You (and the outfit) look good.

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    1. Thank you so much!! It seemed like a simple idea to me, but then again, I LOVE to layer!

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  2. Great idea - layering with the crop! I'm kind of hesitant about showing my midriff as well (call it an occupational hazard - I work in politics!) but this is a great way for crop top newbs!
    And yay for stepping outside of your comfort zone with the graphic design class!! That's so exciting!

    xo Deborah
    Coffee, Prose, and Pretty Clothes

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    1. I'd use work as an excuse, but I just wouldn't EVER show that much skin. Okay, if I lost a few pounds, maaaaybe I'd feel differently.

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  3. Your outfit is fab! Everything looks great on you.

    :)

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  4. I love how you paired it with a high waisted skirt. Super cute!

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  5. Love the crop top and vest on you! You look awesome!

    XX

    Miri
    http://currentlywearing.com

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  6. Love love love the shoes! I've been trying to find a pair of those in that style!!
    There's nothing wrong with sticking to your routine, I mean I get so uncomfortable with change haha!
    You look stunning as always =)

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  7. Hi Jackie! These are such great pictures... very playful and fun. Love your utility vest:)

    XO, Gina
    http://classyeverafter.blogspot.com

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  8. Such a great idea layering the vest. You pull off the trend well. Here's to trying new things!

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  9. Nice layering. I love your skirt.

    http://lamentinglizzie.blogspot.com

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  10. I think you're doing it right. I think modesty is underused in fashion sometimes and you're showing just enough skin to add interest to the outfit! Love that skirt!

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  11. How cute is this outfit! I'm personally not a fan of crop tops but I would definitely wear it like this!

    Michaela || The Monogrammed Midwesterner

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  12. TOP↟ Such a great post! :) it look greats
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  13. Great idea to layer. This looks amazing on you and I love your sunglasses!
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  14. Loving those shoes girlie!! Happy Humpday!

    Eleventh & Sixteenth

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  15. I've seen military vests styled with skirts before, but I have yet to try it. I might have to soon!

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  16. LOVE how you styled this! The crop can be so intimidating but it helps when you pair it with a high waisted skirt!

    Would love to know what you think of my latest! I am also doing a giveaway!

    xxo,

    Angelina


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  17. Love this floral skirt!

    Heidi D.
    www.wishesandreality.com

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  18. So cute! Love it! I am not big on baring my midriff, so crop top + high waists work for me! Love the girly floral with the vest. Great look!

    Nikki
    thefashionablewife.com

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  19. I like this pairing! That cargo vest is so versatile and looks great with this outfit. I love the mix of the feminine florals and the vest!

    Nicole
    Nicole to the Nines

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  20. This is definitely the legit way to do a crop top!
    -Ash
    www.stylizedwannabe.blogspot.com

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  21. Such a cute outfit, love the skirt! <3 :) & good luck with your graphic design course! sounds like fun :)

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  22. So cute!! I have never tried a crop before, but this is so cute!
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  23. OMG, Jackie, that skirt is AMAZING. Layered to perfection. You look fabulous, love. If you get a second, I'd love to hear your thoughts on my latest. xx :)

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  24. Love the pop of color trend! Your outfit is amazing! Casual yet stylish!
    xx
    Mia

    http://www.ssenescence.blogspot.com

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  25. Randomly found your blog and I’d like to say that you have amazing design, beautiful photos and interesting posts! I’m also impressed by your style! Everything is perfect!

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  26. love your outfit so much! Pretty skirt!

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  27. LOVE the skirt and necklace! Stunning!

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  28. You've styled the crop to wonderfully! Crop tops can be a scary thing - you won't be seeing me in one anytime soon - but you definitely rock this one!
    :-)
    Bits & Bobs

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  29. Big fan of that vest, and don't worry, you rocked out that crop top!
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    xx

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  30. I love how you styled the crop top. It looks great with the vest too!

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  31. Omg those shoes, though! <333 I want a crop top so badly. It's ridiculous how much I want one. I think I just want to get all my wears out one while I still have the tummy for it. Haha. I like the proportionality they lend to certain outfits, too. I think you did a great job styling it here!

    - Anna

    www.melodicthriftychic.com

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  32. This is such a perfect summer outfit.

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  33. I am a habit of creature so change for me is in a slow process. Goodluck on taking a new course and keep us all posted. I like to try the crop trend train but I can't find one that really I really like and I don't like to show my stomach much. Also my son has issues with it, lol. He told me one time when I am wearing a loose type of top that is kind crop that he will burn it because it shows my tummy skin when i move around, lol. that's my son.

    xo
    Sam
    http://fabulouspetite.blogspot.com

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  34. I love this edgy and girly look!! Those shoes are amazing!! and good for you for branching out! I bet that class will be awesome!

    Maggie
    www.PolishedClosets.com

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  35. Love your cargo vest! Such a great look!

    London
    www.londonmckenzie.co.uk

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  36. Love this look! The vest really adds something unique to it ^^
    xoxo

    Novelstyle

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  37. Your styling is urban chic and looks fantastic, very cute skirt. I enjoyed reading your thoughts on my last post. Have a splendid weekend!

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  38. Your Brandy Melville crop top looks so cute, I've bought many similar ones from Topshop over the past year! Being adventurous is much more difficult than people assume, however from my experiences I would say that routine can be even more poisonous! Have a lovely weekend! :)

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