The Wild Side

Take a break from leopard print, and make your outfit work with an animal patterned scarf.

WORDS: Natasha

Too cold to go without a scarf, but not cold enough to dig out the woolly ones? Transitional dressing comes in to play at this time of the year, and there’s no transitional piece that works harder than a soft, lightweight scarf. It’ll neatly fit into your bag, but adds a cozy layer whenever there’s a chill in the air.

Instead of opting for a plain, block-color scarf, try out one of these fun animal pattern ones: a scarf with a novelty animal print adds interesting detail to a regular jeans and sweater combination, or could become the focal point of your whole outfit.

Modcloth’s horse-printed scarf is the perfect option for all the gymkhana girls out there. The tan and black color scheme means it will work as a neutral – a great alternative to leopard print – and will go with practically everything in your wardrobe. Giddy up!

This zebra-printed scarf from Happy Scarf suits a bolder look. Its vivid orange color will keep you smiling even as the weather takes a turn for the worse. Bonus points if you wear it over a zebra crossing!

This beautiful bird-patterned shawl is by the queen of cute vintage-style prints, Cath Kidston. It’s extra-large size makes it perfect for traveling – snuggle up with it on over-air-conditioned public transport, then drape it elegantly over your shoulders for a chic tourist look.

If you’re not quite sold on the novelty aspect of these quirky scarves but still want to get in on the animal pattern action, the Joyce Scarf by Oliver Bonas is the one for you. Its butterfly and floral pattern is much more subtle – a gorgeous autumnal print.