Then: Madonna caused a stir when she flaunted her midriff in half shirts and crop tops. Skin-bearing tops flourished in the ’80s through prominent athletic wear and off the shoulder cuts.

Now: Crop tops are cropping up in a variety of shapes and forms as we dare to bare our midriffs. Traditionally revealing crop tops now create tasteful peeks of skin through lady-like silhouettes when paired with high-waisted pants or pencil skirts and ethereal boho chic ensembles when paired with flowy maxi skirts.