10 Easy Style Tips to Wear Animal Prints During The Day
Fierce, attention-grabbing, and stylish, different types of animal prints have evolved and found its way to the new millennium. For quite a long time, animal prints have long been associated with the words “sexy”,“exotic”, and the like. Meanwhile, in fashion, animal prints such as the leopard print, zebra print, and cheetah print have shown up in evening star-studded events and the hottest clubs that keep the night alive.
With the many things it can do, perhaps your favorite animal print could be a viable staple in your wardrobe. Here, we’ve found our favorite female celebrities to be style icons once again. Here are easy style tips you can take cues from wearing animal prints during the day.
1. Dressier blouse with black jeans
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When it comes to trying on animal prints, don’t shy away from its edginess. Embrace its sexy and exotic side by pairing it up with a pair of black or dark shade jeans. And to give your look an illusion of longer and leaner legs, finish it off with strappy heels. A sure head-turner, this is definitely a look you can take outside as you look and feel confident.
2. Leopard print outerwear + an all-black look
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The minimalist in you may want to divert from the path of prints. Or maybe, you simply stick on the safe side so often that your loyalty to plain black pieces knows no bounds. To switch up your personal style, begin with investing in printed outerwear pieces. With animal prints, they make statement coats and jackets that you can easily throw on or off. Meaning, most of the time, you can hang them elsewhere or over your arm. It’s an easy step outside your comfort zone, but also a very fashionable step at that.
3. Animal print dresses with flats
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Ultra chic and laid back. Wear a mini snakeskin dress with white sneakers, a midi cheetah print wrap dress with flats, or a leopard maxi ruffle dress with sandals. These different styles show their unique characteristics and speak volumes of personality, yet they manage to keep everything casual balanced and fun.
4. Animal print blazer = chic and fierce office look
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A true boss lady knows how to take fashion risks. To claim your confidence at work, why not look the part and spice up your office look? An animal print blazer is the way to do exactly that. Pair it up with a black pant, a plain and neutral undershirt, and accessorize with simple metallic earrings and stand tall in those heels. Yes, it’s that easy.
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5. Leopard sweater over leggings
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Who doesn’t love a cozy sweater? We all have one or two in our closets, and we all love to wear them out, especially when the weather permits it. A way to fashionably style a sweater is to pair it up with comfortable leggings and sexy boots. With the colder months approaching, this is definitely an animal print outfit you’ll want to keep repeating.
6. Balance your animal print pieces with neutral items
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When it comes to wearing animal prints, balance is key. It’s important not to overdo it, and the effortless way to pull off an animal print look is to match casual neutrals to your loud prints. With this, the eyes will truly be pleased. When you feel like it, finish the look with a classic pair of pointed pumps.
7. Layer a flowy leopard smock with tights
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This is for the woman who loves to dress up. Layering is a fun and uncomplicated way to style your clothes. Layer a flowy leopard smock with tights or leggings, and pair it up with your go-to black booties. This look is cute and comfortable on its own, but it would look even better with a solid color scarf for a pop of color.
8. Leopard puffer with boyfriend jeans
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Last-minute plans? A shortcut to spice up a casual weekend look is to throw on a statement piece that will turn your basic outfit into a chic and vivacious look. Case in point, a leopard puffer that goes with your favorite boyfriend jeans. To add, carry around fun, solid-colored accessories to complement the look.
9. Casual leopard top with a black dress pant
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Off-duty looks are on-trend right now, and it looks as if this one won’t be slowing down anytime soon. Mixing casual and corporate pieces are a great go-to style on weekends. A casual leopard top with black dress pants and comfortable closed shoes are perfect for daytime events. Later in the evening, switch it up with heels and hoop earrings for dinner and drinks with your ladies.
10. Casual cool combo = animal print top + jeans
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Most of the time, the simpler, the better. It can’t hurt to stock up on animal print tops and essentials such as fashion face masks to bring instant glam to your casual looks. This way, you’ll always have a statement piece or two for your most casual days. Think of these as your leopard basics, items that you can mix and match with almost anything, for any occasion.
The Timeless Animal Print
While animal prints are deemed as a nighttime style theme, we’ve found that they can make themselves known and seen during the day. Whether you’re off to the office, attending brunch, running errands, or having a spa day to treat yourself, the animal print can be worn and styled in your outfits like tops, bottoms, and even accessories. Not only is it chic and daring, but it proves to be a versatile and timeless addition in (and out) of your closet.
