How To: Style Animal Print Like a Pro

It’s no secret that animal print is here to stay — and while I’ve had fun wearing it during spring and summer, FALL is my favorite time for these fun pieces! As we close out summer, I’m sharing several ways to transition your warmer weather wardrobe while rocking this fun trend. I partnered with The Ms. Collection, a women’s clothing subscription box service, for this post. More details — and special savings — on The Ms. Collection and The Mr. Collection below!

THE CHALLENGE

Without any heads up on what four pieces were arriving, I challenged myself to create outfits integrating leopard, snakeskin, and cheetah to show you 1) how you can work these prints in anytime, and 2) how easily The Ms. Collection integrates into your existing wardrobe!

SMALL DOSES OF SPOTS & SKINS

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One of the easiest ways to incorporate animal prints are in small doses — like accessories! Pop on a python belt or pick up a hat with some skin for trim — and you’ll update a previous go-to piece with this season’s twist! When I spotted this light wash denim skirt from The Ms. Collection, I knew I wanted to pair it with a white bodysuit and grab a jacket for a top layer. Adding a snakeskin belt updated it to a fall transitional look — and adding the felt hat with a snakeskin band sealed the deal! Accenting with a calf hair leopard print belt and/or booties would achieve the same effect!

COLOR OUTSIDE THE LINES

A leopard may not change its spots — but YOU can change the color! Wear the trend without looking like everyone else by opting for animal print in fun colors instead of the usual neutrals. This can also be a fun way to incorporate the trend if you’re shy about animal prints because at first glance, this skirt doesn’t look like cheetah! I paired it with a wine colored soft jersey knit blouse from The Ms. Collection — which could easily be worn to work or play, paired with slacks or denim!

WALK ON THE WILD SIDE

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Step up your print game with some fun footwear! From booties to heels, open-toe sandals to OTK boots, we’re seeing animal print running rampant in the shoe department. This sleeveless jersey ruched dress from The Ms. Collection is a warm weather staple, but easily transitions to fall when you add snakeskin booties (I think of them as an “elevated neutral.”) Leopard heels, zebra booties, or snakeskin over-the-knee boots will all be go-to designs over the coming months, and putting the trend on your feet allows you to make a sexy and sophisticated statement.

TIMELESS — FOR LESS

The Ms. Collection makes keeping your wardrobe fresh and exciting SO simple without you wasting any time or money! Signing up is easy and the on-boarding process is enjoyable. You answer a handful of questions about your personal style, likes / dislikes, preferred colors, etc. Then the personal stylist goes to work — and before you know it, The Mr. & Ms. Collection sends a pack of clothes and/or accessories to your doorstep!

There are a few membership options to choose from, ranging from $59 – $89 per month:

• Standard Once a Month – Three items in each pack, 1x per month: $59/mo
• Premium Once a Month – Four items in each pack, 1x per month: $69/mo
• Standard Unlimited – Three items in each pack, unlimited packs: $79/mo
• Premium Unlimited – Four items in each pack, unlimited packs: $89/mo

Each month, a $20 credit will be added to your account to apply toward any items you choose to purchase. It makes those discounted items an EVEN better deal! 

And while we’re talking price: You can use my code “kelirabonstyle” for 20% off your first month — this works for both The Mr. Collection and The Ms. Collection!

Hope you enjoyed this month’s style challenge and how-to! Time to fall in love with your animal print pieces all over again! 🙂

XOXO,

Keli