ICYMI, animal print is back, baby. It was never really gone, to be fair, but after an elongated period of more muted dressing, fashion folk is gradually flocking back towards bolder prints and colors for warmer days to come – which is why we took it upon ourselves to quickly walk you through the many canvases a cheetah, cow or reptilian pattern can creep onto.
We know some of y'all fear the animal print, but let us show you just how effortless it is to incorporate it into everyday attire without it looking or feeling too wild – pun very much intended. If nothing else though, at least let us gift you hereby a cheeky 'fit-pic-pick for Hinge's "My submission to National Geographic" photo prompt.
Animal Print Made Easy
Jacquemus Leopard Print Sunglasses
An accessory like these sunnies can be your go-to statement item for a quick-fix upgrade to a banal summer ensemble.
Moncler Genius Barbour Bucket Hat
Similarly, bucket hats or baseball caps offer a low-commitment way of participating in the animal print craze. You can wear and discard of them throughout the day as you please, and make them the central-but-disposable attention-grabber of an otherwise more toned-down head-to-toe.
Saint Laurent Leopard Print Silk Shirt
We'll admit, this retro-bohemian silk button-up is a bit extra. We wouldn't blame you if this was a bit too much to expect of someone who's just getting started with animal print. We do want to encourage you though, seeing as this breathy shirt'll match jeans and dress pants, swim trunks or linen Bermudas just the same.
NOAH Leopard Print Cardigan
Equally versatile is this sweater. You can wear it as one of many casual layers, or make it a more prominent feature within your Spring-to-Summer-to-Fall rotation.
Marni Shearling Leopard Belt
Akin to the aforementioned baseball cap, a belt can be a careful but no less compelling method of making the animal print one's own.
Dr. Marten's Ocelot Print Slingbacks
These hairy sandals, however, might require someone who's a bit more confident in their affection for felines. We will say though: Whereas an animal print accessory can add a finishing touch, an animal print shoe can be the starting point of an outfit; the special basis atop of which to build a harmonious getup that balances loud graphics with more simple companion clothes.
Martine Rose x Clarks Snake Desert Boots
From whiskered mammals back to shimmery serpents – the latter's what Martine Rose drew inspiration from for her guest gig at Clarks. Again, a great keystone around which to assemble complimentary pieces for a sophisticated display of the animal print resurgence.
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