As workout enthusiasts, we feel like we try all different kinds of workout clothes, and we've become experts on what we want to wear when we're moving. For us, that's a workout crop top. For one thing, we love high-waisted leggings, and the proportions of a crop top are usually perfect with that waistline. Sometimes you show a little skin, and other times there's perfect coverage. Crop tops are breathable, flexible, and frankly, the only thing we want to be wearing right now.
These 17 tops are the current stars of our workout wardrobe. Some have built-in sports bras, some are long-sleeved, and others are super loose, but they all deserve your attention. Keep on reading to shop our picks!
— Additional reporting by Maggie Ryan
The Athleta Conscious Crop ($59) is the perfect sports bra/crop top hybrid. It's supportive and comfortable, and it goes with everything.
The Under Armour 25th Anniversary Crop Short Sleeve ($35) is thin and super lightweight, so it's a great choice for hot-weather workouts.
The Lululemon Align Tank ($58) is made of buttery soft Nulu fabric. You'll want to wear it all the time.
This Under Armour HeatGear Crop Mock Neck Top ($40) has long sleeves, but the light, sweat-wicking fabric will keep you cool during tough workouts.
If you like a short-sleeved T-shirt, this Alala Flow Seamless Tee ($65) will be your new favorite.
Add some color to your wardrobe with this Fabletics Helena Seamless Crop Top ($20, originally $50).
This Beyond Yoga Spacedye Slim Racerback Tank ($66) is another great layering piece.
This Girlfriend Collective Midnight Stretch Super Crop ($32) comes in a bunch of different colors.
We love this Lululemon Power Pivot Tank ($58) because it can be worn facing forward and backward.
Think pink in this Alo Cover Long Sleeve Top ($68).
Get ready to sweat in this Lululemon All Yours Crop Tank ($44).
This Lululemon Wunder Train Cropped Long Sleeve ($88) is a perfect winter layering piece.
We love the color of this Athleta Aurora Crop Rib Tank ($44).
If you're looking for a sports bra that doubles as a tank, this Alo Real Bra Tank ($72) is the one for you. It's cute and actually provides a surprising amount of support. I wouldn't run a marathon in it, but it's great for low-impact workouts.
When you need that high-impact support with a little more coverage, go with the Athleta Ultimate Crop ($59).
This Girlfriend Collective Paloma Bra ($38) is made of recycled water bottles, so it's a bra you can feel good about and feel good in.