Trend Spotlight : Animals

Babes, we all know trends come and go as we’ve seen them change as quickly as the seasons do. But luckily, some trends are forever, just like our favorite animal prints!

Although they’ve been around for decades (think chic leopard print coats of old Hollywood glamour), they’re still the hottest items of this season. Be it cheetah, tiger or zebra, you name it, brands got it. It’s safe to say they’ve gone completely wild this summer and we’re all here for it!

Animal prints were all over the runways this season – transforming the most coveted catwalks into real life jungles! From Dolce and Gabbana, Saint Laurent to Versace, all designers have come in full force to with this crowd favorite trend.

In Luxury Fashion

Dolce and Gabbana - Leopard Print Canvas Hat

Marques Almeida - Asymmetric Calf Hair Mini Skirt

Proenza Schouler - Printed Dress with Cut Outs

In High Street Style

But that’s not the only place we’re seeing them! They’ve made their way into our favorite high street brands like Topshop and Zara.

Superdown - Hunter Crop Jacket

Topshop - Leopard Long Sleeve Shirt

Zara - Leopard Print Shirt

Forever21 - Tiger Striped Lace-Up Crop Top

H&M - Snake Printed Wide

In Accessories and Decor

Animal prints have splashed onto everything from bags, shoes, home décor and even phone cases! Literally name anything and there’s an equivalent animal printed version for it. Need we say, the animal print is the definite must-have of the season!

While the jungle cats such as leopards, cheetahs and tigers have clearly been taking center stage, a few other big players have caught our eye. Think zebra, snakeskin and even cow prints! Trust us, with how massive this trend is, you’ll definitely be wanting more than one print in your closet.

J. Crew - Pointed Toe Calf Hair Slide

Monochrome Animal Tapestry

Lumee - Zebra iPhone Case

Society6 - Cowhide iPhone Case

As Seen on Celebs

Don’t just take it from us, check out these major celebs who’ve fallen head-over-heels for animal prints!

Kim Kardashian looking hot as ever in head-to-toe leopard

Cardi B making work look fierce in a zebra pantsuit

Rihanna being a total queen in metallic snakeskin

Blackbough’s take on Animal Prints

Not for the faint of heart, animal prints are definitely for when you want to be seen. And if there’s anything we know about our Blackbough babes, it’s that you deserve all the attention for looking totally gorg.

When it comes to keeping up with trends, you girls know we’ve got you! So we’ve put our own spin on this stylish trend, giving you babes the chance to flaunt your stuff at any pool and beach party! We’ve got a ton of hot animal prints for you to frolic in all year long.

Look like a summer dream and lounge by the pool in the African sunrise. It features a fun zebra print in a rainbow ombre that makes you pop in the crowd!

@klani06 in our African Sunrise

How about sizzling in our snakeskin Sahara print with your BFF?

@victoriabbush and her friend wearing Sahara

Or for the cat lovers out there, we’ve got the Snow Leopard and Wild Cat just for you!

@sophmrusso the Wild Cat

New to the animal print game and want something a little more subtle? Then we definitely recommend the Black or White Flint.

@sophie.holmes in Black Flint

No matter the event or destination, there’s a Blackbough Swim animal print suit that’s perfect for you!

Images above have been sourced from websites such as www.net-a-porter.com, fashionista.com, www.revolve.com, www.topshop.com, www.zara.com, www.forever21.com, www2.hm.com, shop.nordstrom.com, www.pinterest.com, lumee.com, society6.com, www.glamour.com, and from the Instagram accounts of Kim Kardashian and Cardi B. Intended use of the images is for non-commercial purposes and only serve as references for different types of looks.