How to Wear a Cropped Hoodie

The cropped hoodie mixes the cozy vibes of a regular, full hoodie with a cool, trendy twist. These hoodies are cut shorter than usual, ending above the waist and sometimes right under the chest, showing off the torso and providing a stylish silhouette. They can be pullovers or zip-up hoodies. It’s that cropped cut that makes them stand out.

Cropped shirts became a popular trend in the 1940s, and short-sleeved cropped sweatshirts were all the rage in the 80s for men and women. Long-sleeve cropped hoodies really started to take off around the mid-2010s when everyone began loving the athleisure trend, which is, basically, wearing workout clothes as everyday fashion.

Over the past year, it seems like every celeb has been rocking a cropped hoodie. Hailey Bieber and Zendaya, the Hadid sisters, and more have been seen pairing them with high-waisted jeans or leggings, nailing that perfect mix of chic and laid-back luxury. Billie Eilish, who’s always got her own unique style, loves to throw them into her oversized outfits. Even at the gym, stars like Kylie Jenner are spotted wearing cropped hoodies as part of their workout outfits.

You can’t spend much time on TikTok or Instagram without seeing effortlessly cool cropped hoodies on some of the most fashionable influencers out there. There are even tips on DIY crop tops with a little clever folding so you can try the style out with any hoodie you have at home.

This trend is all about blending comfort with style, making cropped hoodies a must-have for anyone wanting to look effortlessly cool while staying super comfy. In the last year or so, we’ve been seeing cropped hoodies in more elevated looks as well, as they are oh-so versatile and can be styled in a wide variety of ways.

How to Style Cropped Hoodies for Everyone

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Whether you're going for a laid-back, sporty vibe or something a bit more put-together, these trendy pieces can easily fit into your wardrobe, no matter your style or body type. In the following sections, we'll dive into different style tips and tricks and outfit ideas to help you rock your cropped hoodies, no matter the weather, the place, or how much skin you want to show.

What Goes Well with a Cropped Hoodie in Cooler Weather?

We all love cool, crisp hoodie weather, and a cropped hoodie lets you experience that cozy, comfy feel of a regular hoodie with extra style.

Of course, what’s hoodie weather without soft, comfortable sweats or joggers for a casual look? They’re made for each other.

If you’re embracing the crop and letting some skin show, you can also simply pair your hoodie with jeans. We love a cropped hoodie with relaxed, high-rise, boot-cut, slim, or mom jeans. Skinny jeans balance out the bulkiness of the cropped hoodie and look cute with sneakers or dress shoes.

A cropped hoodie looks so feminine with a midi or maxi skirt and slip-ons or chunky sneakers. Want a more sleek look? Trust us with this one—a cropped hoodie over a pencil skirt is a super sexy pair.

Try high-waisted jeans if you want to show a little less skin but still show off the cropped hoodie’s profile.

Speaking of, let’s discuss how to wear a crop top when you love the style but don’t love showing too much skin, or it’s just too cold to do so.

How Can You Wear a Cropped Hoodie without Showing Your Stomach?

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You can absolutely wear a cropped hoodie without showing any stomach or torso skin!

If you’re going the casual with jeans route, simply layer it with an undershirt. You can use a tucked-in cami, tank, or fitted tee to keep the underlayer slim while emphasizing the cut of the crop. Or, you can layer with a t-shirt that hits right at your waist for a more comfy, flowy look.

Another stunning look is to wear a cropped hoodie over a dress. You can choose a body con, tennis, or denim dress, all of which pair well with cropped styles. 

For extra warmth and style, layer your cropped hoodie. Wear a cami or fitted t-shirt underneath as your base layer. Next, add your hoodie and then top it all off with a denim jacket, blazer, or longer-length outerwear like a soft-fabric duster, for a more dramatic finished look. 

Cropped Hoodies in Spring and Summer 

While hoodies usually bring thoughts of fall and winter, you can still enjoy this wardrobe staple in its cropped version in warmer temperatures by choosing the right bottoms. Wear your cropped hoody with terry shorts for a casual vibe that works great for lounging at home, taking a road trip, or shopping. Denim shorts of any length look super chic and effortless with a cropped hoodie. Speaking of denim, try a denim skirt with a cropped hoodie, either on its own or with a fitted cami underneath. You can go casual with low-top sneakers or dress it up with pumps. 

Styling Cropped Hoodies for Men

Cropped hoodies look just as fashionable on men. Men, try styling your cropped hoodie with cargo pants or joggers.

Of course, jeans are always a safe bet and the cropped hoodie will look great with any jean cut you choose. 

You can embrace the crop and wear it alone or add a muscle shirt or T-shirt underneath. 

Pair it with a matching set of high-quality sweatpants for a super casual, comfy lounge look you can feel good about being seen in. In summer, French terry shorts really coordinate well with your cropped hoodie.