20 Cheetah Print Nail Designs for Your Wildest Mani Yet

Cheetah and leopard prints have come a long way from being considered gaudy punch lines; Dare we say it, they’ve evolved into near neutrals. You can’t walk down a city street without seeking a cool girl pairing a cheetah slip skirt with her graphic tee and sneakers. Yes, animal prints can make a strong statement—but how strong that statement is is entirely up to you. Classic neutral color combinations can do more with less, while pretty pastels, warm jewel tones, and metallic finishes can take things up a notch (or several).

To prove just how many ways you can wear cheetah and leopard prints on your fingers, we rounded up 20 of our favorite examples. Scroll on to see the fiercest manis around.