Leopard has always been a neutral in our book, zebra adds an automatic rock’n’roll edge, and we fell hard for deer print last autumn. But if you’re looking to add just a touch of animal print without making it the main character, start from the ground up. From barely-there sandals and classic ballerinas to summer’s favourite flip-flop heels, animal-print shoes will bring an instant cool-girl feel to your looks.

These are animal print looks even minimalists can get on board with.

Look 1

There’s an effortless cool to pairing a low-key look – like cargo pants and a boho top – with a sexy heel. These Paris Texas barely-there sandals bring just the right amount of fun with their zebra-print sole.

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Look 2

As we head into cooler evenings, adding an autumn knit to your go-to Bermuda shorts is an easy transition. Animal-print flip-flop heels take the look from laid-back to fashion girlie instantly.

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Look 3

A trench over pristine white denim is such a classic look. Make it modern by adding a zebra or leopard print ballet flat – instantly cooler than your go-to black options.

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Look 4

Bridge the gap between cool summer boho and going-out glam with a silky lace-trim top, casual denim, and a cool pair of print sandals. A vintage or beaded bag adds an extra touch of personality

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Look 5

Finally, a white tee and denim shorts are hardly groundbreaking, but get the proportions right – we love a baby tee with loose A-line denim – paired with an animal-print heel, and you’ve suddenly got an Insta-worthy look.

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