Ten years ago, I would not have touched an animal print with a ten foot pole. Why? Well, I thought they were too loud, bold, unnecessary and just not for me. Looking back I think there was nothing wrong with the prints, the problem was with me. I was not bold, confident, and sure enough of myself. My soft, safe, and sort of blend with the crowd style was my comfort.
Fast forward to now and I love to bring out my animal prints, particularly during the autumn season.
So what has changed, you ask. I have my friend! Having found my true self, I no longer have the need to fit in. Not only that, but I have learned to embrace myself, my light, my confidence and my individuality. (It only took me half a century on this planet but I did it). So that means once in a while if I feel like wearing something edgy and bold so be it.
The amazingly beautiful fall colours in nature are the perfect compliment to the camel browns, beiges, and deep jewel tones often seen in animal prints. Following a few simple guidelines, animal prints can look sophisticated and classy. Here are a few things to always keep in mind:
-Start with something small. A scarf, purse or shoes.
-Make the animal print only one piece of your outfit.
-Let your animal print piece be the statement.
-Mix the print with solid colours, mostly neutral and earth tones. My personal favourite colour to go with the animal print is black.
-Keep your jewelry to the minimum. Small studs and/or simple bracelets will add a nice subtle touch.
-Keep all accessories solid as well. Unless, of course, your accessory is an animal print then keep your outfit more solid.
A few simple rules and a whole lot of fun.
Anytime we step out of our comfort, we open up the possibility to unimaginable opportunities. Lets have some fashion adventures and embrace our wild side.
One of my favourite authors Marianne Williamson says-
“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure. It is our Light, not our Darkness, that most frightens us”.
Lets embrace that light of ours and be bold.
Lets be our real authentic selves.
With Love,
Devinder ❤️
10 Comments
Erica
Animal print looks lovely on you! Great photography by the way!
Devinder Maan
Thank you Erica. I really enjoy wearing them. The man behind the camera is my hubby. I will certainly let him know. Thanks again for taking the time to read the post.
Michelle Miller
Animal prints look great on you!! I can’t pull them off, but you definitely can.
Devinder Maan
Thank you Michelle. Remember to try something small first, you’ll be surprised. Looking forward to reading more of your posts.
Steph
Great post and lovely photos – you look fab x
Devinder Maan
Thank you so much Steph.
Choti atwal
Hi Devinder
You look amazing in any outfit including animal print. I remember almost fifteen years ago I got one suit in animal print but someone commented me that this kind of stuff is for girls and I believed that but after seeing your post I feel that why I deprived myself from this awesome style. Thanx for brining back my confidence.with luv choti atwal
Devinder Maan
Aww..thank you so much. This is a prime example of social conditioning that deprives us of living our best possible life. It has also taken me a long time to own this style. I am so glad you will wear animal print now. A confidence woman like yourself can carry it with such elegance. Send me a photo.
Bushra
You look gorgeous!
Devinder Maan
Thank you friend ❤️!