A midriff-baring cropped sweater hardly seems winter-friendly considering the frigid temperatures. But before you start swapping out your warm, fluffy sweaters to keep you warm all day, you might want want to reconsider the unexpected winter piece. A celebrity favorite, these sweaters not only give a classic winter look a modern twist, but they also make for great layering pieces. Wear them under a heavier jacket, or take an oversize piece and style it on top of a good bodysuit.
To illustrate our point, we’ve rounded up some of our favorite It girls wearing the trend. From keeping it simple with a pair of boyfriend jeans and sneakers to creating a polished look with a full skirt, these girls know how to make a cropped sweater an ideal transitional staple. These looks will inspire you to put those cozy, warm sweaters away for when you really need them. Then, check out some of our favorite cropped sweaters to wear all winter long.
Read on to shop cropped sweaters.
On Mandy Moore: A.L.C. top and skirt; Pierre Hardy shoes; J.W.Anderson Stable Medium Pierce Bag ($1690)
On Gigi Hadid: Unravel Hybrid Lace Up Trousers ($1796); Prada Leather Ankle Boot ($850)
On Emily Ratajkowski: Orseund Iris Off Shoulder Knit Top ($260); Levi's Wedgie Fit Straight Jeans ($98); Hunting Season bag; Altuzzara D'orsay Canvas Pumps ($278)
On Kendall Jenner: Milly Cashmere Cropped Sweater ($345); Kurt Gieger boots
On Martha Hunt: Bikbok Elsa Pullover ($60); Citizens of Humanity Cora High Rise ($258); Saint Laurent Leather Blake Buckle Boots ($945)
On Bella Hadid: Esteban Cortazar sweater; Stuart Weitzman Cling Kitten Heel Bootie ($403)
On Karlie Kloss: Re/Done jeans; Adidas shoes
Shop Cropped Sweaters
Available in sizes XS to L.A colorblock sweater can be the hero of your outfit.
Available in sizes XS to L.The cutouts on this are so eye-catching.
Available in sizes XXS to L.Lavender is the next It color.
Available in sizes 2X to 3X.Wear this into the spring.
Available in sizes XS to XL.Talk about a statement.
Available in sizes XS to L.This sweater will get you the right kind of attention.
Available in sizes P to L.Wear this top with jeans or a skirt.
Available in sizes 14 to 24.Let this sweater brighten up your day.
Available in sizes M to L.Wear this everywhere.
Available in sizes S to L.How cozy does this look?
Available in sizes XXS to XL.A classic.Next, read about the warmest type of sweater!
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