Animal prints

Women's animal prints: how to wear fawn, zebra, and wild patterns?

Animal prints add character to a woman's wardrobe. Inspired by the coats and patterns of the animal kingdom, they come in different versions: fawn, zebra, snake, python, cow, and other graphic patterns. They can be used on a dress, skirt, blouse, trousers, sweater, jacket, or accessories.

Long associated with bold looks, animal-print clothing can also be worn more discreetly. A single printed piece paired with solid colors is enough to add energy to a silhouette. Discover our selection of women's clothing and accessories with animal prints, along with our tips for incorporating them easily into your outfits.

How should you wear animal prints?

To wear animal print easily, make it the focal point of your outfit and pair it with more understated pieces. Black, ecru, beige, camel, and denim help balance most of these patterns.

A fawn-print skirt with a black sweater, a zebra-print blouse with solid-color trousers, or an animal-print dress with an understated jacket can, for example, help create a balanced outfit. If you prefer to embrace the trend more discreetly, choose an accessory or a piece where the print covers only part of the silhouette.

Which animal print should you choose?

Fawn print: soft and easy to wear

Recognizable by its small, regular light spots reminiscent of a fawn's spotted coat, fawn print is one of the softest animal patterns and one of the easiest to incorporate into everyday outfits. Its shades of beige, camel, and light brown naturally complement many neutral colors.

A fawn-print dress makes a statement on its own, while a skirt, blouse, or sweater with a fawn pattern pairs easily with basics. For a simple look, combine it with black, ecru, beige, or denim.

Zebra print: graphic and high-contrast

With its distinctive stripes, zebra print adds a graphic dimension to an outfit. In its black-and-white version, it pairs easily with solid-color clothing.

Pair a zebra-print blouse with black trousers, a printed skirt with an ecru sweater, or a zebra-print dress with understated accessories. Updated versions in beige, brown, or colorful tones let you embrace this pattern in a softer way.

Snake or python print: a more discreet alternative

Snake or python print stands out with a generally finer, more nuanced pattern. In beige, gray, brown, or black tones, it blends easily into an outfit made up of natural colors—especially with black, beige, ecru, or denim.

Cow print: original and graphic

Recognizable by its large contrasting spots, cow print adds an original touch to the silhouette. It can be worn on a statement piece or appear more subtly on an accessory. To let the pattern stand out without overwhelming the outfit, pair it with simple, solid-colored pieces.

Which animal-print pieces should you choose?

The animal-print dress: a statement piece

An animal-print dress naturally draws attention and requires few additional elements to create an outfit. With sneakers and a denim jacket, it becomes more casual. Ankle boots and a blazer or plain coat create a dressier silhouette.

The printed skirt: easy to incorporate into everyday looks

An animal-print skirt lets you embrace the trend while keeping your top understated. Pair it with a white T-shirt, ecru shirt, black sweater, or beige knitwear, then adapt your shoes to the occasion: sneakers for a casual look, ankle boots for a dressier silhouette.

The printed blouse or shirt: with solid-colored bottoms

An animal-print blouse works particularly well with jeans, black trousers, or beige bottoms. This combination keeps the pattern on the upper body while balancing the silhouette with a solid color.

Animal-print trousers: for a bold look

With animal-print trousers, opt for a relatively simple top. A white T-shirt, black sweater, or ecru blouse lets the trousers become the central piece of the look. A plain blazer can also structure the silhouette and give the print a more polished feel.

The animal-print sweater or cardigan: to liven up basics

An animal-print sweater or cardigan can easily transform an outfit made up of basics. Wear it with straight-leg jeans, black trousers, or a plain skirt to create an easy-to-wear look for autumn or winter.

Animal-print accessories: the subtle touch

To gradually embrace the trend, choose an animal-print accessory. A Bag, scarf, or other printed detail can add dimension to a simple outfit without making the pattern the focus of the entire silhouette.

Which colours should you pair with animal prints?

The colours to favour depend on the chosen pattern, but neutral shades are generally the easiest combinations.

Tip to remember: the more contrasting the print, the easier it is to balance with solid-colour pieces. Start with a single animal-print piece and build the rest of the look around two or three colours.

Can you mix several animal prints?

Mixing several prints is possible, but the result is naturally bolder. To make mixing and matching easier, look for a common element between the two patterns: a colour, intensity or similar tones.

For example, you can pair a small animal-print detail with a piece featuring a more visible pattern. Avoid adding too many extra colours to maintain a certain harmony in the silhouette. For an easier-to-wear outfit, however, stick to one animal print at a time and pair it with solid-colour clothing.

3 outfit ideas with an animal print

A casual look — Fawn or zebra-print Blouse + raw denim jeans + trainers. Denim softens the graphic feel of the print and creates an easy outfit for everyday wear.

A chic look — Animal-print skirt + black sweater or ecru Blouse, complemented by a plain blazer and ankle boots to structure the silhouette.

A bold look — Dress or trousers with an animal print as the central piece, optionally with a touch of burgundy, chocolate brown or camel, while keeping accessories relatively understated.

Frequently asked questions about animal prints

What are the main animal prints? Deer, zebra, snake or python and cow print are among the most recognisable animal patterns in fashion. They can retain their natural colours or be reimagined in other shades.

Which animal print is the easiest to wear? Deer print is particularly easy to style thanks to its soft beige and light brown shades. A deer-print blouse or skirt can be worn with denim, black, ecru or beige.

How can you wear an animal print without overdoing it? Limit the pattern to one key piece and pair it with plain clothing. An animal-print top with jeans or a printed skirt with a black jumper can create a balanced outfit.

Can you wear an animal print with jeans? Yes, denim pairs easily with animal prints and gives them a more casual feel. For example, a deer-print or zebra-print blouse with jeans makes a simple everyday combination.

Can you combine several animal prints? Yes, but this creates a bolder look. To maintain a certain harmony, choose patterns that share at least one colour and limit the other shades in the outfit.

How should you wear animal prints in winter? Pair a printed skirt with a knitted jumper and ankle boots, or wear an animal-print jumper with jeans and a plain coat. Black, chocolate brown, camel and beige are particularly easy to incorporate into autumn and winter looks.

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