Tempted to Try Animal Print? These 7 Looks Will Persuade Even the Most Minimalist of Fashion Fans

The most commonly used phrase when we get dressed each day? "I have nothing to wear." The second? Almost certainly some variation of "How can I make this outfit feel more exciting?" Luckily, one of this season’s biggest trends offers a particularly chic solution: animal print.

If that statement sparks joy, you've come to the right place. But, if Ab Fab outfits shoot straight to your mind when 'animal print' is uttered, allow me to try and change your mind. You'll be glad to know we've come a long way from boldly printed leopard coats and cheetah jeans—not to say either of those items aren't chic, of course. Instead, this season's most coveted pieces include snake print boots, leopard print belts and cow print jackets—all of which instantly elevate an outfit with minimal effort required.

Ready to take a walk on the wild side? Scroll on for 7 chic looks that use the print in different ways, sure to suit a wide range of styles. Leopard, cow, zebra and even Dalmatian, included, of course.

7 Animal Print Outfits to Take Inspo From:

1. Cow Print Jacket + White Jeans

Style Notes: Jacket season has officially arrived, and if you're looking to add a new outerwear item to your collection that isn't a classic denim, trench or leather style like the ones you already own, then consider a cow print as your next investment. Layla proves the print is particularly chic, and it still works within the neutral colour palette—perfect for oat milk latte dressers.

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Superdown

Leah Cow Print Jacket

Treat this cow print jacket as you would a classic brown shade and you'll never run out of ways to wear it.

White jeans are often even easier to style than beloved blue denim.

Your wardrobe may be full of leather boot styles but suede is a chic alternative for autumn.

Massimo Dutti

Split Leather Maxi Bag

Consider this your new everyday bag, slouchy yet chic.

2. Dalmatian Print Bag + Brown Skirt

Style Notes: If you're tiptoeing around the idea of animal print but aren't wholly convinced it will work in your own wardrobe, consider investing in a bag in the pattern. Not only can it be worn with a limitless number of looks, but you can also treat it as an easy outfit addition rather than a core building block. Just follow Alice Satterthwaite's lead.

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& Other Stories

Animal-Print Leather Tote Bag

Alice's Dalmatian print bag is from Topshop and typically already sold-out. This & Other Stories option is a chic alternative, but avid pre-loved fashion fans are sure to find her exact style.

ALIGNE

Mia Linen Maxi Skirt

A brown linen maxi skirt can be styled year-round with the right shoes.

This short-sleeve shirt comes with an elasticated base, meaning layering it over jeans, skirts and dresses couldn't be easier.

Missoma

Chubby Medium Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings

A chunky silver earring is simple enough to wear everyday yet still adds interest.

3. Snake Print Boots + Cream Outfit

Style Notes: If you're wanting to add interest into any outfit, animal print is the fashion trend for the job. Accessories in snake, leopard, cow or zebra instantly elevate any look, injecting a freshness to even the simplest of looks. Case in point: Marilyn NK's all-cream outfit with snake print boots.

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The Attico

65mm Lea Snake Print Leather Boots

These Attico boots have already sold-out on some retailers, proving they're plenty popular.

Nobodys Child

White Linen-Blend Jerrow Wide Leg Trousers

Cuff these wide-leg trousers to show off even more of the animal print boots.

Toteme

Summer Parachute Jacket Oyster

Consider this cream parachute jacket your solution to Sutumn, Spring and even Summer chill.

SPINELLI KILCOLLIN

Solarium Set of Three 18-Karat Gold and Sterling Silver Rings

These Spinelli Kilcollin rings are on every fashion insider's wishlist right now.

4. Zebra Print Jacket + Black Trousers

Style Notes: Animal print looks aren't only for maximalists. Here, Ama Godson proves that adding the right animal accent elevates even the most simple of outfits. Plus, zebra is an easy way to keep within a black and white colour palette.