Tuesday, October 5, 2010

On Trend: Animal Prints

Animal Prints have been making a comeback in the world of fashion in fresh, updated colors and designs. Snakeskin, cheetah, zebra...found on everything from shoes and clutches to blouses and dresses. A great way to pull of this look without crossing into "tacky" territory, is to pair the animal print with a solid color such as black, olive green, brown, or gray. The same rule can be applied to animal prints used in home decor - a little goes a long way! Opposite of fashion, I think this look is fairly timeless when it comes to interior design. I'll never tire of a cool faux zebra rug placed in a living room or a cheetah print throw pillow on an accent chair. When used the right way, animal prints are a great way to kick your outfit or home up a notch! How do you feel about this trend? Do you prefer it more in fashion or interiors design? Please share your thoughts!

All items via shopbop.com, in their Animal Prints section. Image on top right with (3) runway models via.














8 comments:

  1. Grrrrrr!! Sorry...Couldn't resist!

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  2. Love the black, white and yellow space with the print rug!

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  3. I love animal prints in a shoe or a clutch! That chair in the bedroom is striking... love it!

    p.s. Anthropologie giveaway if it interests you! xo

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  4. I think that every space could use an animal print of some sort. A little here and there.

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  5. That yellow tufted headboard is stunning. I know its not animal print but it caught my eye!

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  6. I think "subtle" animal prints used sparingly are timeless,classic and add an unexpected element to a room or outfit. It's when they are overused boldy and made of "cheap" materials they become "tacky", in my "ever so humble" opinion!! I have a very subtle cheetah print velvet on an ottoman and pillows in my living room, that I haven't wanted to change in 10 years!! I have a several pairs of shoes in an animal print, a coat and a few dresses that I pair with classic pieces to keep them in check. So I think they have a place both in fashion and interiors when accessorized appropriately.

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  7. I love animal print! It's so chic and really timeless!

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  8. It's great to add a little animal print in your house!

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