The runways have spoken: in 2026, go big or go home.&nbsp;&nbsp;

In seasons past, animal-inspired patterns have made a striking comeback. From cheetah print to doe-inspired dotted motifs, the fashion industry has explored nearly every animalistic inspiration out there. Now, tiger print has begun to make the rounds as the It pattern of the season. From the runways to the streets, the pattern has been spotted in a wide array of styles, but across all of the looks, one truth has emerged: a bold pattern like tiger print demands equally dramatic silhouettes.&nbsp;
In late January, Rihanna, fashion-forward as ever, made waves when she stepped out in New York City sporting an ultra-chic iteration of the tiger print trend. In a voluminous Ala&iuml;a coat&mdash;styled with a bright red lip, a chic updo, oversized shades, and plenty of gold jewelry&mdash;the singer, model, and entrepreneur brought her signature sartorial flair.&nbsp;
Across the board, fluffy, dramatic coats appear to be the vehicle of choice for bringing tiger print into the 21st century.&nbsp;

Alex Consani for Gucci. Photography by Catherine Opie, courtesy of Gucci.

At Gucci, Demna's debut collection, "La Famiglia," saw a return to the label's bold, sophisticated, and unapologetically sensual roots.
In line with the visual shift, tiger print was front and center, as seen on Alex Consani in the collection's ultra-buzzy campaign. With its cropped style, powerful shoulders, and ultra-high collar, the silhouette makes for a perfect canvas for the application of striking tiger print.&nbsp;

Chanel Métiers d'Art 2026 show in NYC on Dec. 2, 2025. Getty Images.

Meanwhile, for Chanel's annual M&eacute;tiers d'Art show in NYC, creative director Matthieu Blazy offered up a different vision of tiger print. Unlike other similarly patterned styles, the Chanel iteration appeared in the form of a sleek, mid-length dress, paying homage to both Chanel's sophisticated visual codes and New York City's characteristic uniqueness.&nbsp;

Rihanna in NYC on Jan. 20, 2026. Getty Images.

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