8 Outfits That Are Perfect For A Day At The Zoo

A fun trip to the zoo is the perfect summer’s day activity, so we have created a guide on what to wear to the zoo to help you put together the perfect outfit!

Heading off to the zoo is the perfect way to spend a day with your family, friends, or partner, spotting all your favorite animals, and maybe even getting a chance to feed the animals too! A trip to the zoo is also another activity that is so much better in the summer months, which means right now is the right time to start planning your zoo days out.

If you are off to the zoo soon but have not decided on an outfit quite yet, then you are in the right place as we have created a guide on what to wear to the zoo. This article includes 8 gorgeous outfits that are just perfect for a day out at the zoo – cool, comfortable, and oh-so-stylish too!

All the outfits will keep you cool in the summer months and are easy to walk around in all day when you are trying to find your favorite animals – so you are bound to find the perfect outfit for you in this list.

What To Wear To The Zoo

1. Button-up shirt + Shorts

This button-up shirt and shorts outfit ticks all the boxes – it will keep you cool in the heat, it is super comfortable and it looks effortlessly chic too! The linen material of the shirt and shorts is breathable, which is just what you need in the heat, while the green of the shirt brings a pop of color to the look. Just style a pair of white, tailored shorts with a button-up shirt and accessorize a neutral-colored bag, a tan belt, and white sunglasses.

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2. Shades of blue

Keep it simple with this elegant shades of blue outfit – ideal for a day at the zoo. Start off with your favorite pair of distressed denim jeans, then add an oversized blue button-up shirt and white sneakers to make sure you are comfortable enough to be on your feet all day. Add gold jewelry for a glam touch and a tan crossbody bag to easily carry around all your essentials.

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3. Midi Dresses

When the weather is particularly hot, why not opt for a midi dress to help you keep cool? A loose midi dress is perfect for a day at the zoo and looks so gorgeous as well. This olive green strapless midi dress has been styled with a pair of platform flip-flop sandals and a crossbody raffia bag – but you can really go for any midi dress that perfectly suits your personal style.

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4. A Floral Touch

Bring a floral touch to your look with a pair of striking, summery, floral pants! These pink and green-toned floral pants are perfect for summer days out and looks incredible styled with the white, boxy linen tank top and black Mary Jane style pumps. Finish this outfit off with a tan shoulder bag and a black necklace – so chic!

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5. Black + White

This black and white outfit is easy to recreate at home and exactly what you need to be cool and comfortable for a trip to the zoo. Just style a black and white striped top with a black, floaty mini skirt with a black belt cinched around the waist to create a stunning silhouette. Complete the look with black sandals, black sunglasses, and a black crossbody bag.

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6. Striped Pants

Striped pants are super chic at the moment and can be easily styled to create a relaxed yet sophisticated look. These white and grey striped pants have been paired with a grey cropped tank top, with a green sweater thrown over the shoulder and a shoulder bag and cap to complete the outfit. Add sneakers to this look so you can easily walk around the zoo all day.

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7. White dresses

You can never really go wrong with a white dress, no matter what you have planned. This white, midi-length dress is ideal for a day out at the zoo – super comfortable and looks stylish too, but you can go for any white dress you feel most comfortable in. Finish the outfit with tan sandals, a tan handbag, and a denim jacket in case the weather gets a little cooler.

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8. Stripes + Mini Skirts

Bring a little French chic to your zoo trip with this stripes and mini skirt outfit. This outfit is easy to recreate at home too – start with a white mini skirt and a black and white striped top, then add a pale grey blazer, white Mary Jane pumps, and a woven raffia handbag. This outfit is just gorgeous and will look stunning in photos of your day at the zoo.

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