{"id":25636,"date":"2018-11-12T16:08:16","date_gmt":"2018-11-12T16:08:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thevoiceoflondon.co.uk\/?p=25636"},"modified":"2018-11-12T16:08:16","modified_gmt":"2018-11-12T16:08:16","slug":"welcome-to-the-zoo-animal-print-is-in-this-winter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/welcome-to-the-zoo-animal-print-is-in-this-winter\/","title":{"rendered":"Welcome to the zoo! Animal print is in this winter"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Image: Imagine China<\/p><\/div>\n

Animal prints like leopard, zebra, snake, alligator and tiger are the hottest design elements this winter, and they\u2019re high street fresh off the catwalks. According to many S\/S lookbooks, it looks like this fashion craze will last until next spring. Ready for a piece of animal print in your wardrobe?<\/b><\/p>\n

In this year\u2019s latest fashion shows, dozens of high fashion brands like Dolce & Gabbana, Max\u00a0Mara, Tom\u00a0Ford and Burberry brought animal prints back on the runway. From bright leopard-print suits and knee-length coats, to a more low-key snake print leather skirt, fashion feels like a big animal reality show.<\/span><\/p>\n

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From left to right: Tom Ford, Dolce & Gabbana, Max Mara for F\/W 2018<\/p><\/div>\n

Animal prints are quickly becoming a staple for top celebrities as well. Kendall Jenner, Bella Hadid, Romee Strijd and blogger Anne-Laure Mais have been pictured showing off their own print wardrobes. <\/span>Even PM Theresa May, who makes headlines for dressing the way no politician before her has, seems to be a fan of animal prints if her leopard-print heels are anything to go by.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Image: Imagine China<\/p><\/div>\n

Interestingly, leopard-print symbolises ego and freedom. 3 to 4,000 years ago, male nobility would draw in all eyes in a room with the leopard skins they wore to express their confidence and strength. Don\u2019t forget – the leopard is the fastest mammal on the planet, after all. <\/span><\/p>\n

In 1943, CFDA (Council of Fashion Designers in America) founder Norman Norell pioneered leopard-print by using it in his costume designs. Other designers like Christian Dior and Roger Vivier followed his example, by bringing leopard-print, snake-print and zebra-print into their designs.<\/span><\/p>\n

Want to join in the craze? Maximise your confidence and charisma this winter with some of the <\/span>wild<\/span><\/i> looks we\u2019ve prepared for you.<\/span><\/p>\n

1. Leopard print<\/strong><\/p>\n

The silk leopard-print skirt from R\u00e9alisation Par is known as \u201cThe Most Viral Clothing Piece of the Year\u201d on Whowearwhat.com. We recommend lighter leopard-print items in softer material for this year, rather than heavier leopard-print coats and sweaters.<\/span><\/p>\n

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R\u00e9alisation Par “The Naomi” Skirt<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

\"\"Ganni Bijou Leopard-print Cotton Poplin Shirt <\/a> <\/p>\n

2. Snake print<\/strong><\/p>\n

Among a diverse range of available animal prints on clothing, the snake-print is by far the coolest. Compared to the visually exaggerated leopard and tiger prints, the snake-print is more suitable for those larger pieces like coats. Tip: snake-print works best in crisper, cooler material.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Zara Oversized Snakeskin Print Shirt<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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Bershka Snakeprint Skirt<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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3. Zebra print<\/strong><\/p>\n

Stripes, black, and white colours go well with anything and the same holds true for this particular striped animal print. Whether it\u2019s a shirt, skirt, dress or jumpsuit, the zebra-print is a blockbuster that can be worn casually on daily occasions or bring some spark to your outfit at a party.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Mango Zebra Print Skirt<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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Mango Zebra Textured Sweater<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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4. Tiger print<\/strong><\/p>\n

The tiger-print is similar to leopard-print, but typically produces more exaggerated patterns, which requires smaller, more subtle accessories to wear with to get the balance of your outfit just right.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Alberta Ferretti Casual Trousers<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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5. Alligator print<\/strong><\/p>\n

Alligator shoes and bags are always a fun addition to an outfit; they can be low-key but full of texture and fashion all at once.<\/span><\/p>\n

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By Far Este Croc-Effect Leather Ankle Boots<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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Trademark Harriet Croc-Effect Leather Tote<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

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Featured image: Imagine China<\/strong><\/p>\n

Words: SiJie Ren | Elise Fritts<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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