This upcoming Fall season is throwing it back to the cringe-y pre-teen and teenage years of leopard print EVERYTHING and I’m kind of loving it.. the tactic that none of us awkward little queens had was learning how to style it properly.
Leopard print seems to be what is promoted the most out of all of the prints of the animal kingdom, and although it can be busy and a little tricky to work into your everyday attire, it can also be used as a great neutral. The trick is to blend it and keep your overall look sleek and clean.
The top I recently purchased is made by TopShop and I ordered it from Nordstrom and LOVE it! Due to the fact that it’s still summer I paired this top with some nice white jeans and neutral, taupe colored peep-toe booties and gold & silver mixed jewelry with a splash of emerald green for a subtle pop of color.
Like my top? You can find it here.
I’ve also linked some other great pieces below- either statement or just a little accessory like a scarf to add a little somethin’ to your outfit without going overboard- great if you’re not quite comfortable committing to an entire piece of clothing in animal print!
One thing I’ve been seeing a LOT of is pointed-toe mules. Surprisingly LOVING them, and really like this pair I found from Express. Would look super cute paired with skinny dark pants, black jeans, blue jeans, red or cranberry-colored pants.. so many options for these! Find this pair here.
If you’re not ready to go all out on a pointed-toe mule AND a crazy print, these Tory Burch patent leather Miller sandals are a fabulous option. I have a few pairs of these TB Miller sandals and adore them- dress ‘em up, dress ‘em down- they always look great and are super comfy! This leopard print pair is so pretty and though it may look a bit overwhelming, remember the only parts you will see are the straps once your foot is inside, so they can be paired with a ton of outfits without overpowering anything! Find these sandals here.
This clutch from Nordstrom’s BP line is cute, wallet-friendly, and an easy way to keep with the trends without going overboard. Find this clutch here.
The movie, “Pretty Woman” is actually the first thing that came to mind when I saw this skirt (…probably not a good thing) however, I think that when paired with the right sweater and pair of boots or booties, this skirt could be very well-done and flattering! Find this skirt here.
Scarves are always a great way to accessorize without going crazy on unique pieces or breaking the bank, and this scarf is no exception. This has the option of going with warmer tones or a cool grey/white combination that I also love- both from Banana Republic at a great price point! The print itself is somewhat muted, and I really love that about it, as you can use this for an easy accent piece to your ensemble OR a good neutral to work into an outfit. Find this scarf in both colors here.
This next sweater is a great and affordable option, again maybe for someone who wants to incorporate some animal print without really hopping on the commitment train. This grey sweater features a small printed area around the collar of the sweater and keeps the rest of the sweater simple and plain. You can find this sweater here.
As much as I love this sweater, I don’t love the price tag! You can find this beauty at Nordstrom but be warned- it will a $300+ dent in your bank account. Still linking it for those who just love it that much! Treat yo’self!
Lastly, this cardigan is a great piece. Long and reaching past the hips, but lightweight enough so it won’t bring you to the brink of heatstroke if you’re living in the South (I’m pretty sure we all just exist at that point anyways..). I found this at ViciCollection, a boutique I am really loving recently, and they have very affordable pieces! Check out this cardigan here.
Well, there you have it. I hope these pieces along with my own inspired y’all to find your inner glitter-blue-eyeshadow-wearing, leopard-print-obsessed, scrunchie-collecting (P.S.- those are coming back on trend too! Dying inside.) girly selves to give this animal print thing another go round.
Cheers to second chances with fashion!
