# Animalia Patterns take a trip to the zoo, defying notions of fashion minimalism. By [Tiana Reid](https://www.trendhunter.com/tiana) | Published Jun 16, 2010, updated Jun 22, 2010 | Category: [Celebs](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/celebrity-news) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/animalia-patterns-take-a-trip-to-the-zoo ## Key Figures - Trend score: 6.1/10 - Evidence articles: 9 ## What is the Animalia trend? **Animalia:** Patterns are walking on the wild side with exotic prints inspired by varying species including reptiles, zebras, cheetahs, giraffes and leopards. The emphasis on wildlife reflects a desire to become free of inhibitions. There is no shying away from self-expression with unique all-over prints that offer a contrasting response to the current presence of minimalism in design. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 9 featured examples - Articles from: Jan 24 to Jun 10, 2010 - Published: Jun 16, 2010 - Last updated: Jun 22, 2010 - Patterns: [Divergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/divergence), [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Tribalism](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/tribalism), [Naturality](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/naturality), [Catalyzation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/catalyzation) ## Audience - Gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Examples of the Animalia trend 9 featured examples from Jan 24 to Jun 10, 2010. - [Vampy Animal Print Catsuits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/v-magazine-spain-april-2010): ‘Go Wild' in V Magazine Spain April 2010 is Smoldering (Category: Fashion) Implication: Disruptive innovation opportunity for fashion designers to reimagine animal print in new and innovative ways, appealing to a wider audience. - [Zebra Print Swimwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anja-rubik-quazi): The Anja Rubik Quazi Shoot is a Walk On The Wild Side (Category: Fashion) Implication: The swimwear industry can embrace the trend of eco-friendly options and ethically-produced designs to cater to the evolving demands of conscious consumers. - [Sizzling Animal-Print Skivvies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elisabetta-canalis): Elisabetta Canalis Heats Up Roberto Cavalli S/S 2010 Lingerie Ads (Category: Naughty) Implication: Fashion industry can benefit from leveraging animal-print lingerie trends. - [All-Over Animalistic Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rhianna-elle-magazine-july-2010): The Rhianna Elle Magazine July 2010 Spread is Wildly Fierce (Category: Fashion) Implication: Integrating animal-inspired designs and patterns into clothing lines to cater to the demand for bold and daring fashion. - [Zebra-Striped Footwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christian-louboutin-fall-2010): The Christian Louboutin Fall 2010 Collection is Wild (Category: Fashion) Implication: The fashion industry can capitalize on the trend of zebra-striped footwear by creating new and exciting designs for shoes, clothing, and accessories. - [Jungle Snake Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexander-mcqueen-spring-summer-2010-ad): Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2010 ad With Raquel Zimmermann (Category: Fashion) Implication: This industry could take advantage of the trend towards bold and eye-catching ad campaigns and incorporate unique animal-inspired designs into their footwear collections. - [Plastic Animal Ad Props](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jessica-stam-aldo-spring-2010): The Jessica Stam Aldo Spring 2010 Ad Campaign Features a Fake Cheetah (Category: Fashion) Implication: Using plastic animal props in advertising campaigns creates new opportunities for creative and memorable visual storytelling. - [Reptilian Retail Displays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexander-mcqueen-window): The Alexander McQueen Window in NYC is a Jungle of Style (Category: Business) Implication: The fashion industry is evolving to create more audacious and striking designs for retail displays. - [Catty Celeb Sweats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snow-leopard-hoodie): Rihanna Wears Jeremy Scott's Snow Leopard Hoodie (Category: Fashion) Implication: The fashion industry could benefit from the animal print and character-themed apparel trends by incorporating them into their collections or by creating niche products to cater to… ## Themes within the Animalia trend ### Wildlife Fashion Patterns inspired by exotic species and wildlife are being used in fashion designs, reflecting a desire to become free of inhibitions. ### Animal Print Intimates Animal prints are being incorporated into intimate clothing, creating a more expressive approach to animal-inspired fashion. ### Animalistic Accessories Animal themes are being applied beyond prints and patterns into shoe textures and leather finishes in designer accessories. ## What the Animalia trend means for industry ### For Fashion Wildlife fashion, animal print intimates, and animalistic accessories trends will lead to new openings for innovative fashion products. ### For Retail Animalistic retail window displays offer an opportunity for stores to demonstrate creativity and generate sales. ### For Photography Wildlife-inspired photography will continue to gain attention and showcase animal patterns and textures. ## Trend signals for Animalia Trend score 6.1 out of 10, from popularity 85%, activity 89%, freshness 8%. - 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