Move Over, Black Boots—33 Animal-Print Pairs Worth Purchasing for Fall

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We've officially entered fall. Although the weather forecast in some parts of the globe may not fully reflect the season, many of us are ready to enter a new chapter (at least in our wardrobes). But when it's not cold enough yet to wear sweaters or coats, you can't feel the full effect of a new season. Luckily, one item allows us to enter the new season even when the weather isn't necessarily giving autumn (aka boots). Unlike other staples, the proper footwear can not only transition any closet from summer to fall but can make or break the entire outfit. But what type of boots are worth the investment? We'd argue that animal print boots are at the top of the chain for fall (or should at least be at the top of your shopping list). Before you pass this off as a wild claim, hear us out: There's no better way to stand out from the flock this fall than to opt for boots that are a bit less tame.

We know we're not the only ones who feel this way, as we've seen the animal-print trend mark its territory. Animal-print boots have emerged in every imaginable species—from leopard and zebra to crocodile and ostrich. Its subtle adaptations over the last few seasons make it one of the most exciting shoe trends in the fashion ecosystem.

Not convinced yet? To help push boring boots to the brink of extinction, we've rounded up examples of how this trend has invaded the runway and real life. Plus, we've included a curation of the 33 best animal print boots you can buy based on quality, versatility, brand recognition, and price points. Warning: These boots will make you want to walk on the wild side.

On the Runway

animal print boot trend is shown on the fall winter 2025 runway show of Versace with a model wearing a denim maxi dress with leopard print knee-high boots and a brown bag

(Image credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight/Versace)

animal print boot trend is shown on the fall winter 2025 runway show of Gucci with a model wearing a sheer green lace top with a matching pencil maxi skirt and green crocodile-embossed knee-high boots with a matching clutch bag

(Image credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight/Gucci)

animal print boot trend is shown on the fall winter 2025 runway show of Tommy Hilfiger with a model wearing a blue button-down shirt under a navy dress with flat snakeskin knee-high boots and a black clutch bag

(Image credit: Launchmetrics Spotlight/Tommy Hilfiger)

In the Wild

animal print boot trend is shown on a woman standing on the sidewalk wearing a long gray patent trench coat as a dress with gray snakeskin knee-high boots and a black clutch bag

(Image credit: @sobalera)

animal print boot trend is shown on a woman standing on the sidewalk wearing a tan scarf with a gray coat and brown crocodile-embossed knee-high boots

(Image credit: @lefevrediary)

animal print boot trend is shown on a woman standing on the sidewalk wearing a red quilted jacket with leopard print knee-high boots, a black bag, and a red beret

(Image credit: @emilisindlev)

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Jasmine Fox-Suliaman
Jasmine Fox-Suliaman
Freelance Fashion Editor

Jasmine Fox-Suliaman is a freelance writer and editor living in New York City. What began as a pastime (blogging on Tumblr) transformed into a lifelong passion for unveiling the connection between fashion and culture on the internet and in real life. Over the last decade, she's melded her extensive edit and social background to various on-staff positions at Who What Wear, MyDomaine, and Byrdie. More recently, she’s become a freelance contributor to other publications including Vogue, Editorialist, and The Cut. Off the clock, you can find her clutching her cell phone as she's constantly scrolling through TikTok and The RealReal, in search of the next cool thing. 

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