Midriffs haven't been this visible since the mid-90s, but if you are even slightly aware of fashion happenings, you know that crop tops are a sartorial force to be reckoned with. They come in many shapes and sizes, from the jagged cut hem of an "upcycled" T-shirt to the tailored sophistication of a belly-baring bustier. 

But you may grow tired of these trendy half-tops and their traditional shapes. God forbid you revert back to your old, waist-covering ways. No, you've worked hard for those abs (five crossfit sessions a week, to be exact) and you've got it so you should naturally flaunt it. 

Never fear, my friend, because there is a new crop of crop tops just waiting to be topped.

For spring, the beloved crop top gets an inventive twist with this criss-cross shape. The tank swoops down low on the sides of the torso and wraps up snugly across the collarbone, leaving the naturally flattest part of your abs as the center of attention. This new shape also exposes a little back, which looks sexy without being too overt. 

In short, this crop top is basically perfect.

If you're keeping your separates shorter, go for a fuller skirt or pair of shorts to keep the top airy and light. A tailored ankle-length pant or elongating pencil skirt are also good matches.

Will you be testing out this new style of crop top once the weather warms up?

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Designers are often inspired by different locations and cultures, but Pre-Fall seems to be all about Asia.

Graphic floral prints and rich silks in saturated shades have found their way onto jackets, pants, and dresses, as designers found inspiration in porcelain designs and traditional Japanese paintings.

Roksanda Ilincic's orange and blue outfit drew on the robes of Buddhist monks as well as the modernized architectural style of futuristic-looking cities like Shanghai and Seoul.

Designers placed a special emphasis on drapery and form this season, with many outfits echoing artfully-arranged saris from India.

Though rooted in traditional dress and artistic style, the eastern-inspired clothes of Pre-Fall 2014 are as modern as the cities in Asia; thoroughly 21st century clothes. I love the two facets of this style - on the one hand, you have fabulously intricate patterning; on the other, simple (but still luxurious) fabrics elegantly draped - and how they vary rather differently but come together to create beautiful clothing.