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Trend Trials



I’ve always believed that not every trend works for every person, which is why I usually pick a few to try out each season (like peplum & menswear) and let the others go (like wedge sneakers & overalls).  The new wave of crop tops really had me intrigued, but I wanted to test the waters a bit before I actually purchased one.  So, I temporarily altered a top I already owned by folding it under & securing with double-stick tape.  Paired with a longer-length full skirt, it comes off as polished & sophisticated without showing too much skin.  These pointed pumps finished off the ladylike look perfectly – I still can’t get over how comfortable they are!  Because they have such a gorgeous rich suede finish, I took the time to treat them with this protector so they’ll hold up even better as I wear them through the fall.

What I’m wearing:
Zara top (similar long sleeve, short sleeve, sleeveless or dress option here), 
TopShop skirt (similar save, spend, splurge), c/o Sole Society Elisa Pumps, Forever 21 clutch (similar),  
A.V. Max Cuff c/o Lemon Stripes, Ralph Lauren sunglasses (similar), Lips: NARS Velvet Matte Roman Holiday, 
Nails: Essie Flawless

08.08.13 Kimberly

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Comments

  1. jenn~the stylish housewife says

    August 8, 2013 at 4:04 am

    OK…THIS IS MY FAVE OUTFIT EVER. LOVE love LOVE!!! I have also avoided the wedge sneakers so far although I did come DANGEROUSLY close to buying the overalls. =)

    XOXO, Jenn
    The Stylish Housewife

  2. Ashley says

    August 8, 2013 at 4:06 am

    What a great idea! I love the crop top look and I still haven't found a crop top that I like that is plain and feminine! I should definitely look through my woredrobe and find a top that I can roll up and pin. This is a lovely outfit..

    Xo,
    Sincerely Miss Ash

  3. Natali says

    August 8, 2013 at 4:18 am

    Great clutch and skirt! You look pretty!

    http://lartoffashion.blogspot.com

  4. Shira says

    August 8, 2013 at 4:22 am

    Omg you look so so so beautiful. A crop top is not a trend I will ever try (I don't have the body for it and also don't feel comfortable with it in general) but you pull it off amazingly well and I love that you show just a hint of skin with such a beautiful and classy skirt… so you still look so classy! I want to steal that skirt right off you!

    http://asequinloveaffair.com

  5. emily ralph says

    August 8, 2013 at 4:28 am

    Gorgeous! and what a great idea to temporarily alter something to try out the crop top! why didn't I think of that? ๐Ÿ™‚ also, I came home today to my copy of "Lucky" and it was very cool to see you in the Almay ad!

  6. Ladies in Navy says

    August 8, 2013 at 4:36 am

    this is just so beautiful on you – the shapes and crop are unexpected!
    kw ladies in navy

  7. Patricia loves fashion says

    August 8, 2013 at 6:22 am

    Lovely outfit :))

  8. Jeans and a Teacup says

    August 8, 2013 at 6:24 am

    Umm…genius! I love this outfit! The "crop" top is perfect and the skirt is so pretty!
    ~Jessica
    Jeans and a Teacup

  9. Fash Boulevard says

    August 8, 2013 at 7:40 am

    oh my goodness, that skirt is all kinds of fabulous. Chic, classic, and always on trend. Love it! If you get a sec, I'm sharing my Vanity Fair feature on my blog today. ๐Ÿ™‚ xo

    http://www.fashboulevard.com

  10. Stephanie X says

    August 8, 2013 at 8:00 am

    lovely outfit! the skirt is very pretty.
    xx Stephanie (www.stephaniesstyleblog.blogspot.com)

  11. Sofia Donatelli says

    August 8, 2013 at 8:29 am

    what a cute purse.

    Sofia

    Stylishlyinlove.blogspot.com

  12. FashionFlirt says

    August 8, 2013 at 11:47 am

    This outfit looks so lovely! The skirt is simply amazing!

    http://fashionflirtblog.blogspot.de/

  13. chic Saturday by Kelly says

    August 8, 2013 at 12:34 pm

    Oooh la la love this! Very Mad Men in it's glam feel and ladylike essence. The colors work so beautifully together, just the right transition into autumn. Your hair looks fabulous with that slight bit of wave to it as well…thanks Kim!

    xo,
    Kelly from Chic Saturday

  14. Erin @ Thanks, I Made It says

    August 8, 2013 at 12:42 pm

    double stick tape to make a crop top is genius! definitely works well with a more structured top like yours.

  15. Chelsea I. says

    August 8, 2013 at 12:54 pm

    This is totally crop top done right! Love the polished yet fun vibe this look gives off!

    Classy Chic & Chardonnay
    http://ceislin.com

  16. Tiffany M* says

    August 8, 2013 at 12:54 pm

    I absolutely LOVE this look on you! You can seriously pull off a crop top without a worry! Also madly crushing on this skirt-the print is stunning and the lightness and flow is heavenly. I seriously need to come live in your closet-so many stunning pieces!
    beijos,
    Tiffany
    http://www.beijostiffany.com

  17. Kristina says

    August 8, 2013 at 1:00 pm

    I love that you're just showing a hint of midriff. Your diy crop top is too cute!

    Kristina does the Internets

  18. Merritt says

    August 8, 2013 at 1:10 pm

    totally agree with you on crop tops – the less skin it shows, the prettier it is!

    The Style Scribe

  19. memoirsofanesha says

    August 8, 2013 at 1:10 pm

    You are so beautiful. This outfit from head to toe is just simply divine. So so chic!

  20. Lauren says

    August 8, 2013 at 1:13 pm

    What a great idea! I've been really on the fence about crop tops as well, but now I can try it out before committing to a purchase!

    Lauren
    Fizz and Frosting

  21. Becky Nally says

    August 8, 2013 at 1:15 pm

    Great idea to try out the trend! I also love the crop top trend but am unsure if I feel comfortable pulling it off.BTW…I need that clutch!

    Becky
    http://thefluffreport.blogspot.com

  22. Rachael says

    August 8, 2013 at 1:20 pm

    You look amazing! I LOVE this crop top and skirt pairing with the lucite clutch! So gorg!

  23. Rachael says

    August 8, 2013 at 1:20 pm

    You look amazing! I LOVE this crop top and skirt pairing with the lucite clutch! So gorg!

  24. TaraMixandMatch says

    August 8, 2013 at 1:33 pm

    What you did with the top was a great idea…this looks awesome on you!

  25. Dahlia says

    August 8, 2013 at 1:37 pm

    Loving that outfit!

    Dahlia
    http://xlelamaa.blogspot.fi/

  26. Megan, TfDiaries.com says

    August 8, 2013 at 2:00 pm

    love that top Xo, Megan, http://www.TfDiaries.com

  27. honestly, b. says

    August 8, 2013 at 2:16 pm

    Wowโ€” I totally believed that was a true crop-top! Good job! Looks great on you. I like to pair crop-tops with high-waisted shorts and skirts.

    xo honestlyb.com

  28. Holly Sweetman says

    August 8, 2013 at 2:23 pm

    What a brilliant idea with the double sided tape! Looks great on you!

    xoxo
    Scuttle
    http://myscuttle.blogspot.com/

  29. Berty Morales says

    August 8, 2013 at 2:24 pm

    Simply stunning! Love the skirt but also that cropped top is amazing.

  30. Christina Heflin says

    August 8, 2013 at 2:45 pm

    I love how you translated this trend and made it more sophisticated. I would have never thought to simply fold a shirt, it looks great with the skirt, I love it!

    http://simpleeasystyle.blogspot.com/

  31. Kayla Gilbert says

    August 8, 2013 at 2:46 pm

    You look like perfection in your crop top! Love how you DIYed that! You are just so flippin' amazing Kim! Hugs!

    Kayla
    http://www.lovelucygirl.com

  32. Alyson says

    August 8, 2013 at 3:24 pm

    i'm obsessed with this outfit…FAVORITE!! This is gorgeous, and love how you made it look age appropriate with a longer skirt, too. PINNING this to death. ๐Ÿ™‚

  33. Rachel Lynne says

    August 8, 2013 at 3:40 pm

    NICE! Look at you go! I would have never thought to do that and it looks amazing! ๐Ÿ™‚ Love it paired with this skirt… the right way to do crop tops in my opinion because this is so classy!

  34. Lacey Maffettone says

    August 8, 2013 at 5:03 pm

    I love that you made your own crop top! You look fantastic! I got those heels as well. Cannot wait to style them!

    xoxo
    Lacey ๐Ÿ™‚
    http://alaceyperspective.com

  35. Hannah says

    August 8, 2013 at 5:47 pm

    SO classy! This look is very "50's" and I'm loving it.
    Champagne Lifestyle on a Beer Budget

  36. sarahsreallife says

    August 8, 2013 at 6:22 pm

    You MIGHT be a genius!!! I've been getting closer and closer to liking the idea of a crop top but I just wasn't sure I wanted to spend money on one if I would never wear it. Why didn't I think of this?! Thanks ๐Ÿ™‚

    ~ Sarah of Sarah's Real Life

  37. Daisy Gem says

    August 8, 2013 at 6:40 pm

    LOVE this. Creative idea on trying out a crop top without looking like a tween!

    -Jenny

  38. Madeline Veloria says

    August 8, 2013 at 7:31 pm

    This is my favorite way to wear a crop top ๐Ÿ™‚ Plus, I'm loving the strong shoulders of the blouse!!

    Veloria in Velvet
    http://www.veloriainvelvet.wordpress.com

  39. Lexi says

    August 8, 2013 at 8:33 pm

    I love that you made your own crop top + this outfit is so fantastic on you!
    xx lexi @ glitter, inc.

  40. michelle says

    August 8, 2013 at 9:06 pm

    i have those pumps in navy from last year. i think i need this color this year. they are so comfortable and cute!

  41. Lu Ross says

    August 8, 2013 at 10:04 pm

    What an amazing idea! This crop top looks so beautiful on you and it's perfect with this skirt. The shoes are gorgeous too. Lovely pictures and outfit!

    http://thefashioness.com/

  42. smk053078 says

    August 8, 2013 at 11:18 pm

    Two words….NAILED IT! This is definitely one of my faves from you…who would have thought that a crop top could look elegant??? You have changed my mind about them! GORG!!

  43. Megan says

    August 8, 2013 at 11:34 pm

    seriously. per-fect.

    http://www.lovechampagnetaste.blogspot.com

    -Megan

  44. Alice Warren says

    August 9, 2013 at 5:38 am

    The crop top trend is not for me but I think by pairing it with a full skirt, it looks so pretty & feminine!

    Alice
    http://www.happinessatmidlife.com

  45. sheerembellished says

    August 9, 2013 at 4:14 pm

    I love this outfit! The clutch is fabulous!

  46. Shreya Kulkarni says

    August 9, 2013 at 5:42 pm

    You look very pretty dear . Great outfit ๐Ÿ™‚
    http://beautyndbest.com/

  47. Kellyinthecity says

    August 9, 2013 at 9:08 pm

    I LOVE your shoes! ๐Ÿ™‚ Beautiful!

    xoxo

    Kelly
    kellyinthecity.com

  48. Jill says

    August 9, 2013 at 9:29 pm

    What a great and simple idea! and, DUH hy didn't i think of that! I know that zara top. its the one that i always get makeup on taking it on and off!

    HOTPINKstyle

  49. Kim Sehn says

    August 10, 2013 at 3:14 am

    Love that skirt! I saw it on another blog not too long ago and almost purchased it. Really interesting choice of clutch too! I love that it’s see-through!

    xxKim

    http://eaudeespresso.com

  50. PennyPincherFashion says

    August 10, 2013 at 7:14 am

    Love that skirt! I saw it on another blog not too long ago and almost purchased it. Really interesting choice of clutch too! I love that it's see-through!

    xxKim

    http://eaudeespresso.com

  51. Ashley W says

    August 10, 2013 at 9:16 am

    omg how feminine and cute
    xx
    stylegodis.com

  52. PennyPincherFashion says

    August 10, 2013 at 1:16 pm

    omg how feminine and cute
    xx
    stylegodis.com

  53. ashleigh says

    August 11, 2013 at 8:26 pm

    Very ladylike and sweet. The tiny sliver of tummy is not offensive in the least. It’s the most tasteful crop-top I’ve seen.
    -Ash
    http://www.thestylizedwannabe.com

  54. AJ says

    August 11, 2013 at 9:45 pm

    I like your lady-like version of the crop top! The volume and length of the skirt balance out the short top. I don’t think I could ever wear a crop top, but if I did, this would be a great starting point!

    -AJ
    FitTravelerAJ.com

  55. PennyPincherFashion says

    August 12, 2013 at 12:26 am

    Very ladylike and sweet. The tiny sliver of tummy is not offensive in the least. It's the most tasteful crop-top I've seen.
    -Ash
    http://www.thestylizedwannabe.com

  56. PennyPincherFashion says

    August 12, 2013 at 1:45 am

    I like your lady-like version of the crop top! The volume and length of the skirt balance out the short top. I don't think I could ever wear a crop top, but if I did, this would be a great starting point!

    -AJ
    FitTravelerAJ.com

  57. Jill Lansky says

    August 12, 2013 at 2:16 pm

    That top is amazing! Love how you styled it!

  58. PennyPincherFashion says

    August 12, 2013 at 6:16 pm

    That top is amazing! Love how you styled it!

  59. Kamola X says

    August 14, 2013 at 10:22 am

    I love that you created your own crop top! What a smart idea – I’ll have to try that too ๐Ÿ™‚

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