On Trend: 5 Wild, Wearable Animal Prints

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ColumnTimeless and bold, animal prints just never go out of style.

As timeless as they are bold, animal prints just never seem to go out of style. Sprinkle a bit of these prints into your outfit for a discrete, playful edginess, or go all out and wear them from head to toe. There are many conscious, animal-friendly options out there that ensure this look will work for everyone.

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1. Camel Cashwool Jacket by Thu Thu
Ever since I spotted this oversized cashmere & wool motorcycle jacket, I’ve been completely in love. Trimmed with traditional embroidered Sapa fabric from the H’mong tribes in the Northern Vietnam, it features a contrast leopard print lapel. Despite those eye-catching details, the camel color and versatile cut make this jacket a sure wardrobe staple.
on sale for $638, A Boy Named Sue

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2. Foldover Clutch by Clare Vivier
Made in LA from beautiful artisan leathers, this foldover clutch by Clare Vivier is simple luxury embodied. Unfussy and adorned with only a 14k gold medallion, it is the perfect complement to any outfit.
$198, Clare Vivier

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3. Leopard Print Organic Cotton Long Sleeved Tee by Stella McCartney
This long sleeve jersey tee from Stella McCartney’s Spring 2013 collection is made from organic cotton and features a great leopard ink print. Pair with simple white jeans and a pair of flats and you are good to go.
$260, Stella McCartney

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4. Medina Satchel by Elkarti Morocco
These one-of-a-kind satchels are handcrafted by the Simo artisan group in the old markets of Marrakesh, using unique Italian calf hair and naturally dyed Moroccan leather. The Media is a sturdy doctor-style carry-all that easily opens while maintaining an upright rectangular shape.
$275, Modavanti

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5. TOMS Snow Leopard Vegan Classics
These leopard print flats are a slightly wilder version of your classic TOMS. Made without animal products, they are a vegan-friendly way to adopt this trend. Wear them with jeans and a simple tee for a casual look or use them to dress down your favorite LBD.
$54, TOMS

Photos courtesy of the designers, top collage by Johanna Björk

Johanna Björk

Johanna is a sustainable fashion writer currently based in Ojai, CA. Read her weekly On Trend column to learn what's new in eco fashion.