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Animal prints are timeless wardrobe-essentials. A perennial style staple, you can guarantee if you opt for an animal print style, it will still be in style for many years to come. Whether you want to go with the spotted look of a cheetah or leopard or the stripes of a tiger or zebra, there are a variety of animal print options to choose from. You'll find options such as:

• Leopard: This pattern is among the most popular animal print, especially for plus size outfits. Leopard print typically features organic, round spots with darker accents. The spots are also known as rosettes since the darker accents give them a floral vibe and shape. The pattern can be smaller, working to help disguise any assets you don't want to flaunt. You could also find bolder prints with wider-spaced and larger spots. Leopard prints often come in natural browns, tans and black, but you can also find fun colors like purple.
  

  
  

• Cheetah: The shapes in a cheetah design are similar to a leopard one, but this pattern features solid color spots. You'll often find cheetah prints with solid black dots and ovals. The spots are usually on a background of tan, brown or white, and the background colors often fade into one another to simulate a natural look. Like leopard print, cheetah patterns can also come in bright colors.
  

  
  

• Zebra: You'll most often find these irregular stripes in black and white, as they are in nature. While the colors of this pattern are neutral, they can give an outfit a modern twist with their monochromatic color scheme. You could also find zebra print clothes in fun colors, which can make an outfit more youthful.
  

  
  

• Tiger: Tiger prints are similar to zebra ones with their stripes, but this time you'll find them in orange and black. Sometimes it is hard to tell the difference between the two, especially when they use unnatural colors. If you want to go tiger, look for irregular stripes. The black stripes of a tiger design are also spaced farther apart than the ones in a zebra print. Choose this print to feel as fierce as the animal itself.
  

  
  

• Snake: Snakeskin print is another modern pattern. You'll often find the pattern on accessories like bags or shoes. Manufactured snake patterns come in natural colors, with muted grays, tans and other neutrals. The design usually features irregular diamond shapes with smaller ones scattered throughout to simulate scales.
  

  
  

• Abstract: Some animal prints have such a bold flair that they mimic the look of animal prints without being one in particular. They may combine elements of different prints or feature bright colors not found in nature. An abstract animal print is an excellent choice for those just starting to play with the pattern.