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    Snake Print is Everywhere—Here’s How to Style It with Confidence

    By far the most pared-back and elegant of all the animal prints

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    By Lauren Cunningham
    Published 3 October 2025 In Features

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    Snake print fashion trend Autumn/Winter 25 catwalk Duran Lantink, Gabriela Heart, Zimmermann
    (Image credit: Duran Lantink, Gabriela Heart, Zimmermann)
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    Now, if you're not a follower of the Chinese Zodiac, you may not know that 2025 is the year of the snake. And fashion, always the cultural commentator, has absolutely leaned into it in the best way it knows how: by flooding the Autumn/Winter 2025 runways with snake print pieces.

    Take Marni’s greyscale snake-print trousers, jackets and skirts as just one chic example. Another? Zimmermann’s chocolate brown snake styles, this time with dresses, shirts and skirts in sheer silk organza—leaning into the more is more aesthetic the animal print is perfectly matched for. Then, there was dutch designer Duran Lantink, who give every kind of animal print from leopard to zebra its own moment in the spotlight—with snake, of course, receiving plenty of air time.

    Khaite Autumn/Winter 25 catwalk grey dress, grey coat, snake print boots

    Khaite Autumn/Winter 2025

    (Image credit: Khaite)

    But, while snake print may immediately scream maximalist, there are ways to make it work within a more pared-back approach. As Khaite’s runway show proved, here it’s all about the accessories. Cue a plethora of snake print boots, snake midi skirts, bags and heels now available across a number of our favourite brands, both high-end and high-street.

    Gabriela Hearst Autumn/Winter 25 snake print co-ord

    Gabriela Hearst Autumn/Winter 2025

    (Image credit: Gabriela Hearst)

    So, whether it’s a statement-making snake look you’re leaning towards or a simple accent of a snake print accessory, below are the chicest python-inspired pieces to purchase right now. When using the runway as a key source of inspiration, the styling possibilities are endless.

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    Snake Pattern Leather Midi Skirt

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    Snake Pattern Leather Midi Skirt
    £229
    £229 AT & OTHER STORIES

    Looking for an office-friendly take on the snake print trend? Consider this snake print leather pencil skirt your solution to chic workwear.

    Knee-High Boots

    H&M
    Knee-High Boots
    £55
    £54.99 AT H&M

    These snake print knee-high boots will pair perfectly with a LBD or even pulled up over jeans.

    Le Click E/w Medium Snake-Effect Eel Shoulder Bag

    ALAÏA
    Le Click E/w Medium Snake-Effect Eel Shoulder Bag
    £2950
    £2,950 AT NET-A-PORTER

    If you don't already own an Alaïa bag, then it's sure to be quite high on your wishlist. This snake print version is certainly more striking than the classic black.

    Snake-Effect Top

    Stella McCartney
    Snake-Effect Top
    £1,190 AT MYTHERESA

    This Stella McCartney top features built-in shoulder pads for a polished approach.

    Hypnotic Memento Billow Ruffled Snake-Print Silk-Organza Gown

    ZIMMERMANN
    Hypnotic Memento Billow Ruffled Snake-Print Silk-Organza Gown
    £2250
    £2,250 AT NET-A-PORTER

    Prefer an all-snake look? Take Zimmermann's silk organza gown off of the runway and into your wardrobe.

    Ezra Snake-Print Recycled Mid-Rise Bootcut Jeans

    GABRIELA HEARST
    Ezra Snake-Print Recycled Mid-Rise Bootcut Jeans
    £990
    £990 AT NET-A-PORTER

    This runway look was a real showstopper and it's now available to buy. Blue jeans suddenly look much too boring.

    Elina Snake-Effect Leather Ankle Boots

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    Elina Snake-Effect Leather Ankle Boots
    £470
    £470 AT NET-A-PORTER

    Swap out your classic black or brown boots for a snake print style to elevate any outfit.

    KITRI, Wilma Snakeskin Vinyl Jacket

    KITRI
    Wilma Snakeskin Vinyl Jacket
    £195£117
    £117 AT END CLOTHING

    This orange shade of snake print will pair perfectly with blue denim or black skirts.

    Samba Og Leather-Trimmed Snake-Effect Sneakers

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    Samba Og Leather-Trimmed Snake-Effect Sneakers
    £95
    £95 AT NET-A-PORTER

    Adidas snake print trainers are trending and it's easy to see why. Consider these a fashion-forward upgrade to your classic Samba's.

    Oskan Moon Studded Snake-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag

    ISABEL MARANT
    Oskan Moon Studded Snake-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag
    £790
    £790 AT NET-A-PORTER

    Isabel Marant's Oskan Moon bags are a fashion-fan favourite for good reason, made only more exciting with this cream-tone snake print.

    Animal-Print High Heeled Shoes - Women | Mango United Kingdom

    MANGO
    Animal-Print High Heeled Shoes - Women
    £60
    £59.99 AT MANGO

    A sleek pair of stilettos for those looking for an entry-level approach.

    Long Strappy Dress

    H&M
    Long Strappy Dress
    £38
    £37.99 AT H&M

    This strappy snake print dress may scream summer, but shrug on a jumper and knee-high boots and you'll have an autumn/winter look in no time.

    Charles & Keith, Kaia Snake-Print Pointed-Toe Slingback Pumps

    Charles & Keith
    Kaia Snake-Print Pointed-Toe Slingback Pumps
    £59
    £59 AT CHARLES & KEITH

    These snake print slingbacks will work with any wardrobe, no matter if you're an all-black outfit fan or lean more towards bright and bold colours.

    Animal Print Mini Dress

    ZARA
    Animal Print Mini Dress
    £30
    £29.99 AT ZARA

    Style with kitten heels and tights or with knee high boots, you can't go wrong.

    Cate Snake-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag

    Khaite
    Cate Snake-Effect Leather Shoulder Bag
    £4200
    £4,200 AT MYTHERESA

    As seen on the Autumn/Winter runway, Khaite has created a number of snake print accessories: boots, belts, and this bag, included.

    Bobbies, Audrey - Cobra Brown

    Bobbies
    Audrey Cobra Brown
    £250
    £250 AT BOBBIES

    I hear many people are searching for brown snake print boots, and this subtle Bobbies pair will be hard to beat.

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