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STYLISH, flirty and fun, co-ords reveal just the right amount of skin. They prove that you can rock a crop top no matter your age or size.
The two-piece trend is one of the most popular looks on the high street and the pieces look great on their own or paired with other items in your wardrobe to create the ultimate look. summer clothing.
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But if the thought of showing off your belly makes you sweat, this is the most flattering way to do it.
Due to the high waist of trousers or skirts, only the narrowest part of the waist is visible.
Our shoot with size 16 model Suzannah Agripa proves that this co-ord style can be flattering for all body shapes.
The 53-year-old admits she was afraid to show her stomach.
“I was nervous about wearing dressier pieces that would emphasize my waist, but there are a lot of cropped pieces available that sit on the waistband and can balance you out a bit,” she says.
“These co-ords are a great way to accentuate your waist – I love them”
Here we select the best looks that show a little tummy, but are still flattering.
The smart casual
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IF you just want to accentuate a little bit of your waist, a loose-fitting top like this one from M&S is a great option.
Because the skirt sits high on the waist, you can position the skirt so that only part of your stomach is visible, depending on how you move.
Brown is a key colour this season. Famous names like Daisy Edgar-Jones and J-Lo are wearing this colour. So you have two trends in one.
Top, £29.50, skirt, £39.50, M&S; shoes, £14, bag, £9, Primark
The party one
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Put on your party shoes with this fun combination set from Mango.
The stretchy material makes it comfortable to wear and allows you to decide how much skin you show.
Although the top is strapless, you can wear a blazer over it as an extra layer or for an even more relaxed look.
Pair with a pair of platform shoes and a clutch for the perfect party look.
Blazer, £47, Next; top, £29.99; trousers, £59.99, Mango; shoes, £38, River Island
The statement one
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RED is still a real colour highlight this season and this two-piece suit from River Island is a real eye-catcher.
The top and skirt are quite form-fitting, but the gathered fabric makes them flattering on everyone.
Additionally, the loose pieces break up the color, allowing the midriff to show without revealing too much.
Pair with fun accessories, like these star earrings, for an effortless yet stylish summer outfit.
Top, £26; skirt, £28; shoes, £55; earrings, £12, all River Island
The cropped
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CO-ORDS come in all sorts of different styles, like this short suit from Primark.
The striking orange colour is perfect for this time of year and don’t be put off by a cropped blazer.
The shorts have a fairly high waist, so only a little bit of skin is visible.
To takecan often be too big or unflattering, but this is a two-piece that really creates a structured shape.
Blazer, £20; shorts, £12; earrings, £2.50; bag, £10, Primark; top, £25, River Island; sandals, £28, New Look
The beautiful
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M&S have so many different styles of co-ords at the moment – and this pink and the white two-piece suit is one of their best.
The puff sleeves and wide A-line skirt create a full look, but the hint of skin adds extra shape and an hourglass figure.
This kind of outfit is perfect for competitions or a wedding, worn with heeled sandals and a cute bag.
It’s a different take on occasion wear.
Top, £35; skirt, £39.50, M&S; shoes, £24, Asos
The work one
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You may not want to show too much skin at work, but with a combo set like this you can still show a little and still look stylish.
This cropped blouse and midi skirt from Zara are a stylish way to wear the trend.
About in the middle you can determine how much skin you need.
Since the combination is neutral, you can keep it tonal, as seen here, or add color with accessories.
Top, £29.99, skirt, £29.99, Zara; shoes, £42, sunglasses, £16, Next
