Taylor Swift is known for a few things: Her flawless transition from country music sweetheart to pop music’s golden child, her girl power friendships with celebrities like Lena Dunham and Karlie Kloss, her undeniably kind personality and, of course, her uncanny ability to rock a crop top no matter the occasion. For someone whose belly button existence has been questioned over the last couple of years, she certainly knows how to show a little midriff.
With her crop top and high-waist combo now a bonafide T. Swift signature, Taylor has gone from wholesome country girl to sophisticated style icon. Click through the photos to see how Taylor has taken this trendy look and made it into her own.
At the ACM Awards, April 6th 2014
Taylor’s red carpet look at the ACM’s in 2014 not only set the pace for her reign as the crop top queen, it also made the style a red carpet trend for young starlets across the board. Between her killer legs and the slight peek of skin on her stomach, this slightly sexy but totally chic outfit is one of her most memorable red carpet moments.
Proving you can wear the style for literally any occasion.
In New York City June 18th 2014
Who said matchy-matchy is a bad thing? With subtle texture and Taylor’s ability to pull off pink like a boss, this street style look offered major inspiration for two-piece combos in 2014.
In New York City, July 1, 2014
In yellow houndstooth, she channels an adorable 50’s silhouette with a higher hemmed, modern edge, and of course her signature red lips seal the deal.
In New York City July 7th, 2014
Here, Taylor rocks a polka dot, sweetheart, bustier crop that looks stylish and sweet paired with her pencil skirt.
In New York City, July 30th 2014
In other news, Taylor shows that she can pull off two enviable necklines at the same time.
In New York City July 24th 2014
Okay Taylor, we get it. You make matching crops and skirts look incredible. Also thank you for your pleats, they give us hope for the continued revival of the ’90s pleated mini.
In New York City August 6, 2014
Ah, the shell top! The structured top that can turn any outfit into gold. Here, Taylor pattern mis a cute cropped style with a loose skirt to create what is becoming her signature silhouette.
At Teen Choice Awards August 10, 2014
Did someone ask how to rock seasonal textures all year round? Don’t worry here’s an answer. This tweed Novice crop and skirt are a great way to wear a cold weather fabric in the hottest months of summer.
In New York City August 12, 2014
It’s clear that Taylor loves to show a little skin, but in this floral look she shows it in the subtlest of ways through little peaks in her crop.
At the MTV Video Music Awards, August 24th 2014
This is where the crop top turns up in the Swift’s World. It’s definitely a signature look by this point, but this is the first time she really shows off the look in a fun stage-ready way.
In New York City September 15, 2014
Same day, two different high waist and crop top combos. This one is so simple and chic, it looks like it was made for her.
In New York City September 15, 2014
If we haven’t mentioned it already, Taylor can also wear high-waisted everything like no one else. This outfit takes the intimidation factor out of pencil skirts and has us dreaming of ways to wear them more often.
At I Heart Music festival September 19th, 2014
Is it just us or does Taylor look more stylish than ever in this color block red carpet look?
At I Heart Music Festival Performance September 19th, 2014
How do you outdo what you already do so well? Make it pink and sparkly then get on stage and perform your number one single.
On Jimmy Kimmel Live October 24th, 2014
Taylor really shows off her transformation into the big leagues in this all black outfit. Like the pop icons before her, Taylor knows how to work it onstage.
In New York City November 11, 2014
Even outside in the winter, Taylor doesn’t stray from her signature. This long sleeved style actually looks like it’s keeping her pretty warm!
**At ‘We Can Survive’ on October 24, 2014 **
This look shows us that no crop top style will be left untouched in Taylor’s wardrobe. The open back is a subtle update that’s perfect for summer.
Performing on The Voice Season 7 November 25, 2014
The leather details of this look are what make this outfit. The extra peek of skin on her sides gives the girly look a bit of an edge.
At KIIS FM’s Jingle Ball 2014 December 5, 2014
We’re back to what is now her signature silhouette, a cropped top and an A-line mini. This time she spices it up for the holidays with some undeniably cute sparkle.
At Victoria’s Secret Runway Show December 2, 2014
This is where Taylor’s transformation gets real. Not only is she rocking the bustier, and black lace, she’s strutting her stuff along side Victoria’s Secret Models looking like she owns the place.
Performing at New Year’s Rocking Eve December 31, 2014
Is it possible that this look is super sporty and glamorous at the same time? In perfect New Year’s style, Taylor is all sparkles on the top with athletic-looking bottoms that would definitely turn heads at her ModelFit gym.
Onstage during Rock in Rio USA at the MGM Resorts Festival Grounds on May 15, 2015
This may be a case of, “I liked the way it looked so I bought the same style twice,” but she looks so good, why not?!
In New York City, May 26, 2015
Holding hands with her beau, Calvin Harris, she shows off the perfect date night outfit. Tay, you look so good in blue!
At Z100 Jingle Ball December 12, 2014
Can we just say how much we love this? It’s the same on-stage style she’s been rocking since the release of 1989, but this head-to-toe tartan pant ensemble takes things to a whole new level.
In New York City May 29th 2015
With model pals Gigi Hadid and Martha Hunt, Taylor keeps a familiar style but switches it up with a tied top.
In New York City on May 30, 2015
This is a look that we can all be thankful for. First win, overalls are definitely back. Second win, wearing them with a crop top is undeniably chic.
In New York City, May 30th, 2015
When Taylor wears short-shorts you know it’s going to be good. Pairing high-waist black shorts and a navy striped crop top with super high heels, she takes the day time shopping look to a new level of sophisticated.
At LAX on June 17, 2015 in Los Angeles, California
Did she seriously just get off a plane? Looking completely put together leaving LAX, Taylor proves that she is indeed, the Crop Top Queen.
**In Los Angeles, California June 10, 2015 **
Date nights with your girlfriends require the same amount of outfit attention as nights with your significant other. This look is the perfect for a ladies night on the town.
In Pittsburg, PA June 6th 2015
Um, are those garters you’re wearing with that bustier, Taylor? Yes, yes they are. You might think that this might be a little too obvious but not with Taylor, rocking out to her 1989 album in her most daring outfits has become a welcomed regular occurrence!
