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Whether you crave zebra, cheetah or cowhide prints (cruelty-free, please!), there are a few rules to follow when working animal prints into your home decor.1. Mix and match. Yes, surprisingly, you can mix and match animal prints! Don't take decor too seriously, and play with a variety of colors, textures and prints to make your room roar.
2. Accent. Stick with animal print as an accent. This way, you can easily bring the look into other areas of your home --- or designate animal print for a certain season. However you choose, accents are an easy way to introduce new themes into your space.
3. Materialize. Bring in various materials when playing with animal prints -- whether it be wood floors, chrome table legs or tweed sofas. Texture is key to bringing out the best in your animal print!
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Our experts Maria Greenlaw and Suzanne Caldwell are partners in Design House, a personalized design service that's been a feature in Southampton, New York for over 23 years. Maria is a Cornell University graduate with a BS in Interior and Product Design, and Suzanne, an Allied Member of ASID, has a design degree from Harrington Institute in Chicago.