5 Ways to Wear Animal Print This Season
Can I let you in on a little secret? I’ve never been a huge fan of animal print. So to think I’d be writing a blog post on all the ways to wear animal print is a sure sign things change!
It’s not all animal print actually; Snakeskin and zebra print have always been good in my book. But fall’s leopard print trend is one I’ve previously hated—until now.
The thing is, now that fall has ushered in so many leopard print options, there are
And if you’re not into a head-to-toe look, there are plenty of cute accessories, too.
If you’re considering dipping your toes into this trend this season, read on for 5 ways to wear animal print.
Try a Leopard Print Dress
If you love this trend, go all out with a cheetah print dress. This dress is one of my current fall favorites as it’s extremely comfortable (runs very large, size down!) and you can wear it when it’s warm out since it’s sleeveless but also layer a sweater it when it cools down.
HOW TO STYLE IT: I styled this animal print dress with booties, but if you live somewhere cooler you could also layer a
Go for an Animal Print Cardigan
One of the fun ways to wear animal print is with a leopard print cardigan! I’ve spotted these in so many colors, too, which makes it a fun statement piece to add to your wardrobe.
HOW TO STYLE IT: Wear your animal print cardigan with something simple underneath; like a cute lace cami like this one and a pair of jeans.
Don’t pair your cheetah print cardigan with even more animal print. Stick to basics and let your statement piece shine!
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Up the Sex Appeal with a Leopard Print Skirt
Animal print is sexy, there’s no disputing that! So embrace that sex appeal with a cute leopard print skirt.
This fab and flirty skirt from Amazon features gorgeous ruffles and a silky texture.
If you’re looking for something more prim and proper, try this animal print maxi skirt f
HOW TO STYLE IT: Don’t mix prints or more animal print with your skirt. Instead, let the skirt do all the talking and try a plain cami, crop top or bodysuit. Try black, white or nude for easy outfit pairings.
Dip Your Toes in with Animal Print Shoes
Before the whole animal print trend became so huge, I dipped my toes in—no pun intended!!—-with a pair of leopard print shoes.
This is such a fun way to try out the trend without committing to a huge print all over your body.
What’s more, there are so many ways to wear leopard print shoes! I have some animal print mules, but I’m also eyeing these animal print booties (on sale!)
HOW TO STYLE IT: Not sure what to wear leopard print shoes with? They literally go with just about anything!
Try styling them with jeans or black moto leggings. Pair animal print booties with cropped jeans for a fun, fashion-forward look this fall.
Take Your Summer Animal Print into Fall
This animal print dress is a spring/summer find, but you can take it right into fall with some over-the-knee boots and a little leather jacket.
Even More Ways to Wear Animal Print
I made suggestions above based on those outfits shown, but there are so many ways to wear leopard print this season! Here are a few more tips:
- Animal print just LOVES red. Go ahead, give it a try!!
- This leopard print belt is a fun accessory to dress up any outfit.
- Leopard print works particularly well with other neutral colors.
- Don’t be afraid to mix in brights like bold orange, hot pink and even green.
- Don’t mix your animal prints with pastels; they need color to pop.
- Leopard print looks beautiful paired with denim.
- Leather and animal print were made for each other!
- Unless you are an expert, don’t mix prints. This can be really hard to pull off.
What are some of your favorite ways to wear animal print? Let me know in the comments below!
