I’m sure that at one time, I shuddered at the idea of wearing an off-the-shoulder crop top. I mean, just try googling “off the shoulder crop top” images, and you won’t see many sophisticated looks. In reality though, the piece can be quite tasteful.
The one I’m wearing is from that limited Kenzo X H&M collection. (You might recall another piece from that line which I featured in THIS POST.) I love the bright, tropical colors – so resort-like. I’ll definitely be taking it on our trip next month to Spain and Italy!
Coincidentally, the glass bead necklace I wore it with is from Murano, an island near Venice. The piece hadn’t found a better match until now!
I took these shots, by the way, in front of the Asian Art Museum in Seattle. Yes, it looks bright for Seattle, doesn’t it? That’s because of the light-colored reflective walls. As soon as the sun poked out from behind the rain clouds, I drove straight over (so happy we live nearby). I love the art deco background, something of which Seattle has a nice sampling.
Since this ruffly top is somewhat voluminous – albeit short – it makes my waistline look smaller by contrast. I thought I would play up that effect even more (add more contrast) with these wide-legged cropped pants. They also keep the look sexy in a subtle, sophisticated way – unlike some of those Google images. 🙂
Of course, I opted for sexy-ish sandals to maintain an overall feminine vibe and visually lengthen my legs. After all, wide-legged cropped pants can tend to make my legs look stubby.
Even when I’m not in an exactly tropical place, the lively colors of this outfit cheer me up! To add yet another burst of color, I added a short red blazer. It was also a practical choice, since the sun ended up ducking behind clouds soon after the shoot. Hope you like it!
I wore: Kenzo X H&M top / RED Valentino jacket / Eileen Fisher pants / Stuart Weitzman sandals / Prada sunglasses
20 Responses
I love this top and it looks so stylish! Gemma x
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Amazing outfit!! So cool!!
xx
Mónica Sors
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I love this top! And you look gorgeous, btw!
xo Corina
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Thank you, Corina! xo
Thank you, Mónica! xx
Thanks, Gemma! xo
This is such a pretty look for summer. Light and breezy, but also ideal for not so warm summer days in Seattle. You look like you’re on vacation in Spain or somewhere in Europe!
I just bought a pair of gaucho pants and they have been SO perfect for West Coast living (I’m based in Vancouver, BC)
Lyndi
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So, we’re neighbors, Lyndi! Wishing you a beautiful summer up in BC! xo
That Kenzo x HM top is DIVINE! I’m kicking myself for missing out on it now. You’ve styled it beautifully xx
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Thanks, Dominique! xx
This outfit is right up my street, red is my fav color and your cropped top is the cutest!!!
Bellissima Janea!
Kisses, Paola.
Expressyourself
Your figure really suits this outfit, looking amazing! I love the printed crop top; this is such a fun and yet sophisticated look 🙂
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Thank you, Gabrielle! xo
Thank you, Paola! I’m sure you would look gorgeous in this outfit. xo
I love your look from head to toe! Especially that top 🙂
xx Alyssa // STYLE VANITY
Thanks, Alyssa! Glad you like it. 🙂 xx
I love how festive this whole outfit looks! That top and the pants are a perfect combo!
Jessica | notjessfashion.com
Thanks, Jessica! xo
This crop is too cool- and the embroidery is so pretty! Love it alone + with the jacket!
-Ashley
Le Stylo Rouge
Thanks, Ashley! Glad you like it. xo