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Choosing a crop top comes down to one simple rule: highlight what you love about yourself and pick a cut that makes you feel confident. Whether you're an hourglass, pear, apple, or rectangle, there's a style out there that will keep you feeling comfortable on the mat. Let me guide you through where to start.
Choosing a crop top for your body shape comes down to one simple rule: highlight what you love about yourself and pick a cut that makes you feel confident. Whether you're an hourglass, pear, apple, or rectangle – there is a style for every body shape that will look amazing. Below, I’ll share some tips on where to start, without a single word about "hiding" anything.
Because the same crop top looks completely different on two different bodies – and the point isn't to "fix" anything, but to ensure you feel comfortable and confident in it. A well-chosen cut highlights what you love about your body and won't distract you during your training. That’s all there is to it.
Body shapes are usually divided into four types – they differ in the proportions of the shoulders, waist, and hips. This is just a starting point, not a box to put yourself in; many of us fall somewhere in between. And that is completely normal: in a study of over 6,000 women’s body shapes (North Carolina State University, c. 2005, SizeUSA scan data), the most common was the rectangular shape – at 46% – while the "textbook" hourglass was only 8%. In other words: the "ideal" figure from advertisements is actually the rarest in real life. Yours is simply yours.
| Body Shape | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| Hourglass | Shoulders and hips are similar in width, with a clearly defined waist. |
| Pear | Hips are wider than the shoulders. |
| Apple | Wider waist area, with slender legs and shoulders. |
| Rectangle | Shoulders and hips are similar in width, with a less defined waist. |
These are tips, not rules – the most important thing is that you feel great. Treat them as inspiration:
| Body Shape | What tends to work well |
|---|---|
| Hourglass | Fitted cuts and styles with a waistband – they beautifully highlight the waist. |
| Pear | Focus on the top (sleeves, embellishments, lighter colors) – it nicely accentuates the shoulders and neckline. |
| Apple | Looser, relaxed cuts that draw attention to the shoulders and legs. |
| Rectangle | Ruffles, drapes, and details you love – they add character and movement. |
And one more thing worth remembering: even stylists are increasingly saying that "rules" for dressing by body shape are arbitrary, not mandatory – it’s just one way of thinking about clothes, not the gospel. If you love a certain style despite what the charts say, wear it with confidence.
Not familiar with the basics of choosing a crop top (fabric, fit, cut) yet? Start with my guide on how to choose a pole dance crop top. Looking for a top that stays in place during spins? Check out how to find the perfect pole dance top (support and cut). And for complete outfits, take a look at my guide to pole dance outfits.
It matters only in that it helps you find a cut where you feel comfortable and confident more quickly. It’s inspiration, not a rule – if you love a style despite the "charts," wear it with confidence.
Choose a slightly longer cut or a looser model – you'll show less skin while keeping the comfort. During training, freedom of movement and feeling good are what count most.
The most common is the rectangular shape – in a study of over 6,000 women (North Carolina State University, c. 2005), 46% had it, while only 8% were hourglasses. So, no figure is "less normal" – we just have different proportions, that's all.
It’s worth choosing clothes designed with training in mind. You’ll find crop tops and training tops in the Pole Dance Tops category.
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