What To Wear With Animal Print

This post is by guest blogger Bryn Taylor from SheFinds. SheFinds studies the trends and surfs the web for the best items and online shopping deals for the busy working woman.(Please note that this post appeared on SheFinds first)

Leopard Print Blouse, $29 (is sadly only available to our UK friends, but try this similar one from NY & Company)

Animal prints appear every season, on everything from shoes to coats to dresses. But if worn the wrong way, you can start to resemble one of the Real Housewives of Atlanta. So when opting for the spots or the stripes, tread carefully.

what to wear with animal print by btaylor

An animal print can be appropriate for the office as long as it is balanced with muted, solid colors. Pair a leopard blouse with charcoal grey wide leg pants. Throw on a dark cardigan and add a flower pin for that Mad Men touch. A burgundy Mary Jane will add color to the ensemble, while a whimsical ring will complete the look. And don't forget your day bag - in something other than standard black.

Marc by Marc Jacobs Alyra cashmere cardigan, $298

Marc by Marc Jacobs Pinstripe Wide Leg Pants, $140

Christian Louboutin Mary Janes, $670

Pave Bee Ring, $95

Cara Crystal Flower Pin, $158

Anya Hindmarch Moretti Shoulder Bag, $1145

You can also view this set on Polyvore where we welcome all of our readers to join the SheFinds Group and create your own sets, letting us know how you'd wear an animal print this season.