Dear fearless fashionistas, are you looking to scandalize Great Aunt Gertrude at the next family wedding? Do you want to gracefully toe the line between chic and shock? Let’s talk crop tops.
Yes, you read that right. Crop tops for weddings. No longer reserved for just Coachella or your local bar’s happy hour, crop tops are crashing weddings and we’re here for it.
Why Crop Tops at Weddings?
Why not?
If men can undo that one extra shirt button, exposing a flash of ‘been-to-the-gym-once’ chest, why can’t we flaunt a sliver of toned abdomen?
But it’s not about rebellion. It’s about redefining elegance and adding a modern twist to tradition. A crop top, done right, can be classier than you think. Believe us or not, but by the end of this guide, you might just be ‘adding to cart’.
Types of Crop Tops to Say “I Do” (or “I Witness”) To
- Lacy Elegance: Go for a lace crop top paired with a high-waisted, flowy skirt. The sheer fabric can give just a hint of skin, while still remaining very wedding-appropriate.
- Long-Sleeved & Luminous: Who said crop tops are all about the belly button? A long-sleeved crop top, especially in satin or silk with a cute platform heels, screams sophistication. It’s like saying, “I’m mature, but I also know how to party.”
- Beaded Beauty: If the wedding is more on the formal side, try a beaded or sequined crop top. It adds the right amount of sparkle without outshining the bride. Remember, it’s her day, but it’s your runway.
- Classic Co-ords: The safest and arguably the chicest option. Matching high-waisted skirts or palazzos with your crop top creates a seamless, dress-like appearance. It says, “I wanted to wear a special dress, but I’m too cool for mainstream.”
Rules of the Crop Top Game
- Know Thy Venue: Garden wedding at noon? Perhaps that neon crop top might not be the best choice. Evening ballroom event? Ditch the cotton and pick something shimmery.
- Mind The Gap: The space between the crop top and your bottoms should be minimal. An inch or two is elegant. A full-on midriff might get you a few more side-eyes than compliments.
- Accessorize Wisely: A statement necklace can elevate your crop top to the next level. But remember, you’re already breaking norms with the top, no need to add a feathered boa.
- Confidence is Key: Heads will turn towards you, some jaws might drop and eyes will be on fire. Wear your confidence brighter and bolder than your crop top. Strut your stuff, but be ready for the occasional naysayer (looking at you, Aunt Gertrude).
To Crop or Not to Crop?
To end our sartorial sermon, here’s a nugget of wisdom: while it’s essential to respect wedding norms and traditions, it’s equally crucial to be yourself. If a crop top makes you feel fabulous, then by all means, crop till you drop!
A wedding is a celebration of love, and if you love crop tops, it’s only fitting to include them. So the next time someone asks you if wearing a crop top to a wedding is a good idea, flash your midriff and tell them, “In the name of fashion, I do!”
