We're not saying you should quit wearing your leopard-printed loafers or retire your zebra-stripe clutch, but you should absolutely introduce the new animal pattern to your wardrobe. Rather than spots or furry embellishments, designers are taking things to a literal level, splashing tops, dresses, swimsuits, and even shoes with playful animal figures.
Gucci and Stella McCartney might do it best; Alessandro Michele launched the trend with zebra and cat-faced pussy-bow blouses and Stella introduced her wild horses to one-pieces and track pants. But we'll allow you to be the judge and decide which iteration you like best. After all, the new animal pattern is everywhere you look — from Zara and Forever 21 to the pages of Net-a-Porter [1].
Gucci's Wool Tiger Jacquard Cardigan, Pink [3] ($1,350) brings a lot of toughness to such a classic wardrobe staple.
The print on Topshop's short-sleeved giraffe shirt [4] ($58) is subtle but Seussical.
There's no denying you'll have the most unique beach look in the Onia Women's Kelly Zebra-Print One-Piece Swimsuit [5] ($225).
Style the Forever 21 FOREVER 21+ Tiger Print Wide-Leg Pants [6] ($23) with neutral separates.
We love the romantic quality of RED Valentino's bird-print blouse [7] ($650).
MSGM's cat-print blouse [8] ($449) is silky and should be worn with flared jeans for a '70s vibe.
You'll love the cropped fit of Giamba's tiger-print denim jacket [9] ($1,010).
Wear Madewell's Zebra Party Print Pajama Top [10] ($118) to bed or out for dinner with jeans and heels.
We're all about the playful touch of stars on Fausto Puglisi's horse-print mini skirt [11] ($516).
Camilla Elphick's 105mm Raining Cats & Dogs Velvet Boots [12] ($906) might be dark, but they'll stand out for a mile.
Miu Miu's Printed Silk Crepe De Chine Wide-Leg Pants — Black [13] ($1,355) are basically neutral.
Mary Katrantzou's tiger-print algernon skirt [14] ($1,288) is particularly artsy.
The voluminous pussy-bow on Gucci's zebra-print neck bow shirt [15] ($4,355) makes the look even louder.
The most laid-back track pants of all might just be Stella McCartney's Christine midrise tapered silk trousers [16] ($875).
You can retire your basic white button-down once you've got Topshop's Women's Panda Shirt [17] ($60) in your closet.
William Fan's Printed Silk Blouse [18] ($439) is a little bit vintage-inspired.
Take the trend to bed with Olivia von Halle's Lila Mona Zebra-Print Pajama Set [19] ($550).
J.Crew's high-waisted shorts in elephant print [20] ($60) are an easy alternative to your cutoffs.
Cats hide between stripes on Zara's Cats Print Cropped Shirt [21] ($50).
Stella McCartney's Running Horses Print Swimsuit [22] ($245) has a ridiculously flattering fit.
Rock Kenzo's signature emblem all over with the brand's Mini Tiger Print Cotton-Silk Bandana Scarf [23] ($100).
The Loewe X Paula's Ibiza bird-print maxi [24] ($1,990) is the perfect vacation dress.