Meow! Animal prints were all over the fall runways, from Balmain to Blumarine. Leopard and zebra prints are classic, however, they must be worn with caution. The key to carrying this look for everyday wear is to break up the pattern with solids or by playing up the print with accessories and footwear (that’s where my future pair of Jimmy Choo cheetah print booties would come in handy!). Just make sure to avoid getting zebra-happy and refrain from head-to-toe animal print, please.

1. Balmain F/W 2010. Photo courtesy of Style.com.
2. Topshop Leopard Print Ponyhair Clutch. Available at Topshop.

3. Fendi Zebra Horsehair Belt ($270). Available at Bluefly.

4. Blumarine F/W 2010. Photo courtesy of Style.com.

5. Nom de Plume YaYa Chi Dress ($88). Available at Urban Outfitters.
6. Jimmy Choo Leopard Print Booties ($1375). Available at Net-A-Porter.

7. Jimmy Choo Zebra Print Cashmere Scarf ($505). Available at My Theresa.
8. Preen Line Animal Print Dress ($345). Available at Net-A-Porter.
9. American Apparel Zebra Print Bodysuit ($47). Available at American Apparel.

By: Valerie Tiu, Vancouver