My my, how quickly tastes change in this fickle world of fashion. In the last few seasons, we've seen the year of the leopard (print) but the pattern for this fall season is a whole different animal. In fact the must-have print doesn't even come from a mammal — it's the year of the python.
BCBG MAXAZRIA fall accessories campaign. LOVE it.
Let me just start off by saying leopard print is still fashionable for fall. You should feel confident sporting those fierce spots because it's yet again in style. But the new print on the block is a faux snake skin and more specifically a python print. We saw the skin used at the Gucci, Prada and Valentino shows.
Unlike leopard print I think python translates better in accessories. Small hits of the skin are far more wearable than large chunks of it. Unless you are spending big bucks on high quality fabrics, a pair of python printed pants in a poly-blend can look cheap — fast.
Here are three great fall python accessories that have already hit retailers.
Large snake skin clutch, Zara, $179.
Exotic trouser belt, Banana Republic, $68.
Python platform wedge, Aldo, $90
For more autumn style updates take a look at our roundup of the top 10 pieces that will help take your wardrobe into fall.
