A love for prints is the common denominator for 2025. Polka dots were everywhere this summer, and celebs, from Hailey Bieber to Kendall Jenner couldn’t get enough of the spots. Gingham had its 15 minutes of fame thanks to Olivia Rodrigo’s vintage Ralph Lauren dress at Wimbledon this July, and an Audrey Hepburn classic, the sailor-striped shirt, reached its peak in late summer on the fashion set. With a new season upon us, I’m here to share this fall’s hottest print—anything and everything animal.
Wildly chic and far from tame, this trend goes beyond your typical cheetah and snakeskin fashion. Zebra stripes briefly appeared on our feeds last spring, following Dua Lipa’s endorsement of black-and-white open-toe heels, and it has since gained momentum among the fashion crowd on dresses, skirts, and more. Plus, cow, leopard, and dalmatian (shocking, I know) are on our list of editor-approved animal prints for fall 2025.
I asked my fellow Who What Wear editors to send me their favorite fall animal-print pieces. Be prepared for leopard-spotted pants, snake-patterned midi skirts, dalmatian-inspired totes, and cow-print loafers. Shop the handpicked editor finds below, and embrace the animal-print trend.
Eliza Huber, Senior Fashion Editor
Veda Barrow Leather Low Waist Skirt
“The perfect zebra-print knee-length skirt is here, and it’s selling out just as quickly as it should—it’s that good.”
ALAÏA Le Teckel Leather-Trimmed Leopard-Print Calf Hair Clutch
“I took a train all the way to Paris (granted, I was already in London) to buy my Le Teckel shoulder bag, and I’d do the same for this leopard-print pony-hair clutch version. It’s perfect.”
Nikki Chwatt, Associate Fashion Editor
& Other Stories Snake Pattern Leather Midi Skirt
“I’m in my pencil-skirt era. This polished but fun piece is next on my shopping list.”
Khaite Kye Shoulder Bag in Natural Python-Embossed Leather
“Khaite does animal print so elegantly. I especially love its snakeskin print in the brand’s new pencil case–like bag. If I owned it, I’d wear it all fall long with a black minidress, sheer tights, and pointed-toe slingbacks.”
ANDERSON’S Leopard-Print Calf Hair Belt
“This belt will take a simple white tee and jeans to the next level. Trust me.”
Judith Jones, Associate Shopping Director
ZARA Leather Slingback Ballet Flats
“I’ll be amping up my outfits this fall with these chic calf-hair slingback flats from Zara. The animal print feels fashion-forward, and they’re sleek enough to wear to work.”
Dolce Vita Jagger Handbag
“Leopard print is a perennial classic in my eyes. This bag will add the coolest touch to my fall looks.”
Bobby Schuessler, Market Director
Madewell The Mylie Shoulder Bag
“Don’t sleep on Madewell’s bags! They’re so good and look designer.”
Vince Nora Genuine Calf Hair Loafer
“These Vince loafers are certainly statement making but also incredibly versatile. You could style them with so many outfits.”
Anna LaPlaca, Senior Fashion Editor
Liffner Sprout Micro Tote
“I’m in love with this dalmation print that feels especially fresh right now.”
DÉHANCHE Snake-Effect Leather Belt
“This belt with black jeans and a leather jacket? My dream fall outfit. Cute.”
Chinazor Offor, Associate Shopping Editor
BALMAIN Anthem Medium Shoulder Bag
“I haven’t thought about anything zebra printed since middle school, but I stumbled upon this belted Balmain handbag and fell in love. Yes, it’s an investment, but if you can swing it, it’s so worth it. All your favorite outfits will instantly have a little dash of cool.”
adidas Cow Print Samba Long Tongue Shoes
“Call me basic or whatever you want, but I love these cow-printed Adidas. They’re at such an affordable price point while looking so fun and stylish. If you want a low-effort way to add special details to a simple look, this is a great solution.”
Proenza Schouler Glove Slippers
“I have yet to see any fashion items in tiger print. I definitely think brands should use it more. The warm tones are perfect for fall, and the texture on these flats is everything.”
Audry Hiaoui, Associate Shopping Editor
Marc Fisher Traceyly
“Our team are such fans of Marc Fisher shoes—these leopard-print ones included. I still like wearing open-toe kitten heels with tights in the fall.”
Vivienne Westwood Black Granny Frame Bag
“I bought this croc-embossed Vivienne Westwood mini bag with gold hardware, which is now sold out, many years ago, but it still comes in silver.”
Kerane Marcellus, Associate Fashion Editor
Sanctuary Cropped Barn Jacket
“I’m not usually an animal-print person, but this jacket is so fun, and the print doesn’t look tacky, in my opinion.”
Madewell The Darted Barrel-Leg Jean
“I adore barrel-fit jeans, and from my last pick, I’m clearly having a leopard-print hyperfixation.”
Josephine Hadjiloucas, Assistant Shopping Editor
Aeyde Uma Zebra Pony Hair Mary Jane Flats
“I can’t leave my apartment without spotting a pair of animal-print Mary Janes. I’m having severe FOMO. I need to get a pair stat!”
COACH Asher Shoulder Bag
“Coach is serving up look after look. I’m already a fan of the Asher Shoulder Bag, but it coming in cow print sold it for me.”
MANGO Leopard-Print Long Coat
“I’m on the hunt for a new fall coat. This leopard-print beauty is number one on my wish list.”
Shop More of the Animal-Print Trend
Reformation Elena Shoulder Bag
Reformation didn’t come to play.
H&M Knee-High Boots
A classic.
MANGO Zebra-Print Dress With Flared Sleeves
Ultra-cool.
Nordstrom Belted Animal Print Jacket
My sister is such an animal-print girlie. I’m sending this her way RN.
ZARA Animal Print Knit Sweater
Flawless.
ANCIENT GREEK SANDALS Pliaria Leopard-Print Leather-Trimmed Calf Hair Boat Shoes
LES It girl meets The Cheetah Girls.
Madewell Oval-Buckle Belt
Cool.
MANGO Leopard-Print Fitted Dress
In love.
MANGO Leopard-Print Scarf
Perfect addition to any all-black look.
Veda Carla Low Waist Leather Skirt
This with a black turtleneck is the way to go.
AUREUM X Revolve No.10 Ponyhair Belt
Chic. Chic. Chic.
Swedish Stockings Sofia Leo Tights
Cool girl coded.