Animal print is one of the most ubiquitous trends of our generation. Whether it be leopard, snakeskin, cow print, or mock croc, we're always up to try the next big print of the season. While leopard is certainly the undisputed queen of the sartorial jungle, this Summer has proved that tortoiseshell is leading the race.
Tortoiseshell prints aren't new to the scene [1], but they've definitely had a huge resurgence this Summer. Pinterest actually named this sophisticated print as one of the biggest fashion trends of 2019 after the company recorded a 679% increase in searches [2] for "tortoiseshell earrings" since the beginning of the year. Since then, tortoiseshell earrings, sunglasses, shoes, and bags have been populating some of our favourite high-street and luxury labels. Cult Gaia has been delivering this print exceptionally well, and you can find some great pieces from Topshop, Zara, and & Other Stories, too.
Keep reading for 25 beautiful tortoiseshell pieces for adding an animal print refresh to your wardrobe.
L'Afshar Dahlia Tortoiseshell Acrylic Tote
L'Afshar Dahlia Tortoiseshell Acrylic Tote [4] (£475)
Mango Tortoiseshell Earrings
Mango Tortoiseshell Earrings [5] (£8, originally £16)
Zara Tortoisehsell Chunky Heel Sandals
Zara Tortoisehsell Chunky Heel Sandals [6] (£40)
& Other Stories O-Ring Belted Swimsuit
&other Stories O-Ring Belted Swimsuit [7] (£49)
Loeffler Randall Josie Hair Slide
Loeffler Randall Josie Hair Slide [8] (£60)
Charles & Keith Chunky Chain Bucket Bag
Charles & Keith Chunky Chain Bucket Bag [9] (£62)
Topshop Tortoiseshell Resin Wide Hoop Earrings
Topshop Tortoiseshell Resin Wide Hoop Earrings [10] (£6, originally £12.50)
Raid Arden Tortoiseshell Ankle Boots
Raid Arden Tortoiseshell Ankle Boots [11] (£35)
Cult Gaia Ria Acrylic Hairclips
Cult Gaia Ria Acrylic Hairclips [12] (£95)
Fendi Oversized Sunglasses
Fendi Oversized Sunglasses [13] (£229)
& Other Stories Croc Tortoise Bucket Bags
&other Stories Croc Tortoise Bucket Bags [14] (£77, originally £110)
Valet Felicity Tortoiseshell Resin Earrings
Valet Felicity Tortoiseshell Resin Earrings [15] (£110)
Topshop Selina Tortoiseshell Heel Sandals
Topshop Selina Tortoiseshell Heel Sandals [16] (£36)
Zara Acetate Hair Clips
Zara Acetate Hair Clips [17] (£10)
Cult Gaia Dani Canvas and Tortoiseshell Acrylic Belt
Cult Gaia Dani Canvas and Tortoiseshell Acrylic Belt [18] (£140)
Mango Tortoiseshell Buckle Bag
Mango Tortoiseshell Buckle Bag [19] (£30)
& Other Stories Mismatch Tortoise Resin Earrings
&other Stories Mismatch Tortoise Resin Earrings [20] (£17)
Zara Flat Sandals with Tortoiseshell Tubular Straps
Zara Flat Sandals with Tortoiseshell Tubular Straps [21] (£20)
Hair Clip Set in Tortoise by Motel
Hair Clip Set in Tortoise by Motel [22] (£6)
Quay Rumours Tortoiseshell Sunglasses
Quay Rumours Tortoiseshell Sunglasses [23] (£45)
Cult Gaia Luna Tortoiseshell Acrylic Shoulder Bag
Cult Gaia Luna Tortoiseshell Acrylic Shoulder Bag [24] (£365)
Mango Buckle Leather Belt
Mango Buckle Leather Belt [25] (£30)
Anthropologie Tortoiseshell-Effect Headband
Anthropologie Tortoiseshell-Effect Headband [26] (£18)
Zara Cateye Sunglasses
Zara Cateye Sunglasses [27] (£16)
My Accessories London Exclusive Tortoiseshell Tote Bag
My Accessories London Exclusive Tortoiseshell Tote Bag [28] (£30)