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Fashion Challenge: Wear Animal Print

Last Updated on November 5, 2020 by Chelsea - University of Oklahoma
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Leopard print Christian Louboutin heel

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Okay, I’ll admit it — I’m the kind of girl that would wear head-to-toe leopard if it were socially acceptable. I know some people think it’s kinda tacky, and I also know it’s not the hottest trend right now, but I just can’t get enough of animal print. It recently occurred to me, though, that the streets have been devoid of my favorite patterns for a few months — I guess animal prints aren’t as popular in the spring and summer as they are in more chilly weather. Thus, this week’s challenge was conceived — rock animal print, right now, in the summer.

{RELATED POST: How to Rock the Zebra Print Trend Right Now}

Ready to take on the challenge, but don’t know where to begin? Read on for a few hints on how to get started!

Tips and Tricks for Wearing Animal Print in Summer

  • Look for light fabrics. Cotton, linen, or any summery fabric will counteract the heaviness presented by the animal print.
  • Create an appropriate backdrop. Wearing summer-appropriate items like shorts, a lightweight skirt, espadrilles, a floppy sun hat, or a sheer top will help balance out animal print items as well.
  • Stick to a few colors. Wearing too many colors and patterns with animal print can create an overly busy look. Keep it simple elsewhere, and let the animal print be the focal point of your outfit.
  • Try an animal print swimsuit. The beach is the perfect place to rock a crazy print.
  • Accessorize. As always, a great way to try a new look is to experiment with accessories. Try animal print bags, belts, shoes, or hair pieces.
  • Be confident. With any fashion risk, it is important to feel good about the way you look and let your confidence shine through!

Outfit Inspiration

Animal print outfit: leopard skirt and graphic tank

For a funky summer look, pair a leopard skirt with a black graphic tank. I love pairing loose tanks with bandeau bras, but you could also wear another tank underneath instead. Finish the look with a black pair of wedges, some stud earrings, and a cute bracelet.

Animal print outfit: Patterned shoes and solid colored dress

For just a pop of animal print, try pairing patterned shoes with a solid-colored dress! Finish the look with simple earrings and a clutch.

Animal print outfit: leopard swimsuit

A leopard swimsuit will be chic and classy as long as you pair it with the right accessories! Try adding a black kaftan and a floppy sun hat for a cabana-perfect ensemble. Finish with a pair of sky-high heels if you want to be daring, or add gladiators for a more laid-back look.

Took the Challenge? Send Us Evidence!

Did you rock animal print this week? Take a few snapshots and send them to fashionchallenge AT collegefashion.net along with your name, school, a description of what you’re wearing, the URL of your blog if you have one, and any styling tips you might like to share! We’ll feature your photos here to inspire other CF readers.

We can’t wait to see your glam looks!

What Do You Think?

How do you feel about animal print? Do you think it can work in the summer? What are your favorite things to pair it with? Leave us a comment and let us know your thoughts!

Tags : Animal Print, Fashion Challenge, leopard print, Prints

20 Comments
Originally published on July 28, 2011
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Comments

  1. Meghan says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:07 pm

    I lovee my cheetah print sperrys! I wear them all summer

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  2. Amanda says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:06 pm

    I LOVELOVELOVE the first two outfits! I hate the last one. I mean, come on! Heels with a bikini? That’s, just, creepy and weird.

    Anyways, I really really want that leapord mini skirt in the first outfit! I would totally wear that. And to make it more winter appropiate, I could wear tights underneath. πŸ™‚

    Reply
  3. Kimberly says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:07 pm

    i just bought leopard print wedges yesterday!!

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  4. Ashlee says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:06 pm

    Those shoes are beautiful.. I love how edgy animal print can be πŸ˜€

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  5. lubster-lobster says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:06 pm

    Just got a leopard scarf yesterday πŸ˜€

    Reply
  6. Jacquelie says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:07 pm

    oh wow! I love the zebra flats !

    Reply
  7. Tori says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:06 pm

    I love wearing leopard print in white and grey. The colors are way more subtle and make it fit into my style a lot better.

    Reply
  8. Chiara says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:07 pm

    I prefer animal print in smaller items like flats, scarves and hair accessories. I think it makes for a more subtle look.

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  9. Grace says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:06 pm

    Although I’m no big fan of animal prints I gotta admit that the second outfit looks really cute!

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  10. Hannah says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:06 pm

    I loooove love love animal print. Sure it can be tacky/a lot of people don’t wear it in the summer, but if you can do it right it looks amazing! I love the outfit with the leopard skirt – I have shoes & a tank similar to that already so I’ll have my eye out for one now!

    Reply
  11. Chiara says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:07 pm

    Could you please write a post on how to wear glitter/sequins? I love glitter and have glitter flats and a sequined tote bag and I would love some suggestions for outfits!
    Thanks!

    Reply
  12. Alice says

    May 29, 2019 at 5:06 pm

    I love animal prints! I’ve got a zebra print blanket that’s super soft and if I could without looking like Linus from Peanuts I would carry it around with me everywhere. I recently bought a leopard print skirt from Target that I absolutely love! And I love that it was only 12 bucks πŸ˜‰

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  13. Lena says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:09 am

    I’m not a huge fan of leopard prints, but I LOVE zebra prints. Those heels in outfit 2 made meh happeh πŸ™‚

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  14. Megan says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:09 am

    like the shoes. πŸ™‚ It’s the first pic. πŸ™‚

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  15. Erika says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:09 am

    I’m totally rocking my black & white leopard maxi today! With my brown belt, denim jacket, turband and teal sandals πŸ™‚

    Reply
  16. Gracey says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:09 am

    I love animal print! Especially leopard print flats for school πŸ™‚

    Reply
  17. Roux says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:09 am

    Everyone has been commenting on the first outfit, which is nice, but I just want to say that I’m in LOVE with the second outfit. (AWESOME shoes!)

    Reply
  18. Samantha says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:09 am

    I just got some leopard-print heels! I can’t wait to wear them!

    Reply
  19. Annie says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:09 am

    I don’t like animal print… but the second outfit is adorable. I guess a little zebra in moderation isn’t so bad πŸ™‚

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  20. Anna says

    April 15, 2019 at 11:09 am

    I don’t usually comment, but your first outfit is absolutely TO DIE FOR. I’m now looking for a leopard skirt in my size – faaaahbulous.

    Reply

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