Glamorous animal prints and feathers can help you look your beast this fall
Designers and brands have decided it’s time to take another walk on the wild side with animal prints and feathers that had been tamed by their own unimaginative ubiquity courtesy of some big-gain hunters in retailing.
This time, however, creators are looking to bag buyers with less in-your-face ferocity and more understated but still exotic and exciting techniques.
While it’s true that animal prints were previously exploited only for their unidimensional wildness, this fall’s new proposal brings along both a loud and understated way of getting cozy with them.
Chameleons, seahorses, swans, frogs and all types of animals in the zoo and their skins have been made colorful and ultra-trendy to wear on tops, blouses, scarves and dresses. For more experienced animal print lovers, jackets and pants paired with other basic pieces are a nice option. The trick is to balance the bold prints with classic silhouettes and colors, which instantly adds to a clean, sophisticated fashionista look.
Yes, leopard, tiger and snakeskin prints are still basic. Nevertheless, designers and brands are indulging not only in traditional animal skins but adding uncommon touches such as small printed animals or their faces to impressively chic garments.
Animal prints and feathers have been refreshed, making us look further and from different angles. Take a look at new approaches that can steal the spotlight this fall and excite the most basic outfit.
Feathers have also made a strong comeback. They come big, small, thin and in many cases abundant. This season brings back a little bit of vintage vibe that makes them super sophisticated an easily worn on tops, dresses, skirts and even cuffs and jacket hemlines. They are an easy way to glam an attire elegantly.
To prevent going on the costume side, go for one feather item at a time, and choose classic elegant shoe silhouettes such as stilettos or delicate sandals to match. Also, go for neutral colors that won’t steal the spotlight.
As for accessories, a feather touch can totally make a difference on your outfit. Whether on a clutch, a slight feather on a hat or a light scarf, feather accessories are an incredible option if you are just getting to know the trend and want to try it.
Call attention the right way. Make your outfit refined. Whether demurely embellished and worn during daytime or made to pop on a Vegas evening out, animal prints and feathers will speak volumes.
