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Crop Top:
The early history of the crop top intersects with cultural views towards the midriff, starting with the performance of “Little Egypt” at the World’s Fair. Although the crop top started gaining prominence in the fashion industry.

Cutoff crop tops became more common as part of the aerobics craze and as a result of the popularity of the movie Flashdance. The crop top experienced a revival due to the popularity of fashion.

Crop tops have been worn by men. Men have not had the same legal restriction placed upon baring their navels as women have.

The protective gear of American football with no shirt resembles a crop top. Eventually, cropped jerseys became available which carried over to several broadcasts. Men also started to wear crop tops regardless of sport. Acceptance for men wearing no shirt could be seen to eliminate the need for a crop top. Various crop tops have been worn by rappers as well as American football athletes.

The male crop top has seen a major resurgence in popularity, including prominent celebrity figures.