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ICYMI, animal print is back, baby. It was never really gone, to be fair, but after an elongated period of more muted dressing, fashion folk is gradually flocking back towards bolder prints and colors for warmer days to come – which is why we took it upon ourselves to quickly walk you through the many canvases a cheetah, cow or reptilian pattern can creep onto.

We know some of y'all fear the animal print, but let us show you just how effortless it is to incorporate it into everyday attire without it looking or feeling too wild – pun very much intended. If nothing else though, at least let us gift you hereby a cheeky 'fit-pic-pick for Hinge's "My submission to National Geographic" photo prompt.

Animal Print Made Easy

Jacquemus Leopard Print Sunglasses

JacquemusBeige & Brown Les Lunettes Ovalo Sunglasses
$345
Buy at ssense

An accessory like these sunnies can be your go-to statement item for a quick-fix upgrade to a banal summer ensemble.

Moncler Genius Barbour Bucket Hat

Barbour x Moncler GeniusBarbour Bucket Hat
$45
Buy at Farfetch

Similarly, bucket hats or baseball caps offer a low-commitment way of participating in the animal print craze. You can wear and discard of them throughout the day as you please, and make them the central-but-disposable attention-grabber of an otherwise more toned-down head-to-toe.

Saint Laurent Leopard Print Silk Shirt

Saint LaurentOversized Leopard-Print Silk Shirt
$2,490
Buy at mytheresa

We'll admit, this retro-bohemian silk button-up is a bit extra. We wouldn't blame you if this was a bit too much to expect of someone who's just getting started with animal print. We do want to encourage you though, seeing as this breathy shirt'll match jeans and dress pants, swim trunks or linen Bermudas just the same.

ARIES Animal Print Swim Shorts

AriesAnimal-Print Swim Shorts
$209$278
Buy at Farfetch

To my knowledge, there's no aquatic wildlife that goes "rawr"; some species might start though if you hit the beach in these animal print Bermudas.

NOAH Leopard Print Cardigan

NOAHLeopard Cardigan
$318
Buy at Slam Jam IT

Equally versatile is this sweater. You can wear it as one of many casual layers, or make it a more prominent feature within your Spring-to-Summer-to-Fall rotation.

Fucking Awesome Animal Print Trucker Jacket

Fucking AwesomeLeopard-Print Trucker Jacket
$220
Buy at LN-CC

Animal print overshirt, anyone?

Marni Shearling Leopard Belt

MarniBlack Shearling Leopard Belt
$495
Buy at ssense

Akin to the aforementioned baseball cap, a belt can be a careful but no less compelling method of making the animal print one's own.

Rabanne Tiger Shoulder Bag

RabanneTiger Shoulder Bag
$464$1,030
Buy at LN-CC

Now, we'll admit, a sequined tiger print purse is for the advanced. Mind you though, this grrreat, 70s disco-inspired accessory is a party animal's must have – puns intended.

Dr. Marten's Ocelot Print Slingbacks

Dr. MartensJorge Slingback Mule
$100
Buy at Urban Outfitters

These hairy sandals, however, might require someone who's a bit more confident in their affection for felines. We will say though: Whereas an animal print accessory can add a finishing touch, an animal print shoe can be the starting point of an outfit; the special basis atop of which to build a harmonious getup that balances loud graphics with more simple companion clothes.

Miu Miu Snakeskin Ballerinas

Miu MiuSnakeskin Ballerina Flats
$1,000
Buy at LN-CC

Miu Miu's ultra baby girl ballet flats are an animal print yassified.

Suicoke Animal Print Loafers

SuicokeAnimal-Print Panelled Loafers
$138$275
Buy at Farfetch

Suicoke is a brand known for footwear on the more avant-garde side of things. So much so, these animal print calf skin loafers almost feel understated, by their standards.

Martine Rose x Clarks Snake Desert Boots

Clarks Originals x Martine RoseGreen Clarks Edition Torhill Desert Boots
$225
Buy at ssense

From whiskered mammals back to shimmery serpents – the latter's what Martine Rose drew inspiration from for her guest gig at Clarks. Again, a great keystone around which to assemble complimentary pieces for a sophisticated display of the animal print resurgence.

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