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This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Illinois State chapter.

 

If you have not noticed, animal patterns are making a huge impact in the fashion world.

 

These fun animal printed clothing items add an instant unique quality to any outfit, instantly making your look trendy. You may be a little timid as to how to incorporate this trend into your style without being too aggressive, fear not.

 

Hear are some ideas on how to add a little animal to your wardrobe.

 

 

Accessories

By adding even just a tiny piece to your outfit, this creates a subtle way of pulling a little animal into your looks. Whether it is by adding leopard print sunglasses, hat, hair scarf, or belt by wearing small items you still are adding a statement to your look.

 

Tops & Jackets

If you’re feeling adventurous try out a printed bodysuit or blouse. You can sport a bodysuit when you go out or a flowy blouse to work. For a perfect day time outfit, pair a printed bodysuit with a light wash jean to create a casual look with a statement. You can also spice up a simple outfit by layering up with a faux leather or faux fur jacket.

 

Pants

If you want to be extremely bold, try a pair of animal printed pants. You may have seen this trend all over social media and been a little hesitant to try it, DO IT. Pair the printed pants with a solid color body suit or blouse and you’re all set. Channel your inner animal in the most extra way. You can go with a faux leather, printed legging, or even printed jean!

Shoes

Shoes whether sandals, heels, or boots all come in leather prints. That means whatever season it is you have no excuse not to try this look out! This will add an instant pop to your outfit. Pair with some blue jeans and you can instantly turn a casual outfit fabulous.

If you are stuck on where to find many of these items, they are all on various boutique websites. Many of the items above are from White Fox Boutique and Pretty Little Thing.

 

Have fun trying these out!

 

XO

 

Kate Chapman

Illinois State '19

Hi everyone, my name is Kate Chapman and I am a HC Illinois State editor-in-chief! I am a senior journalism student at Illinois State University and have found I have a passion for incorporating fashion and beauty into my writing and work. Check out my blog (misskatechapman.com) or follow me on Instagram @misskatechapman to connect!