20 Zoo Outfit Ideas With Shorts, Stripes and Cute Layers

Looking for a zoo outfit that goes beyond a plain tee and shorts? Green overalls, a red floral dress and little touches of leopard print give you plenty to choose from.

There are simple everyday looks here, plus a playful costume idea and a cute kids’ outfit.

You can keep things simple or bring in a few extra details. Start with pieces that suit the forecast and shoes you already like walking in, then pick your favorite combination below.

Zoo outfit ideas worth saving

brown cap and long shorts

We’re starting off strong with this cute brown cap and light-blue shorts combination. The white cropped top sits under an open taupe jacket, with white socks and sneakers below.

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I love the patterned scarf tied to the brown bag. Try that little detail if your zoo outfit needs something extra.

white shirt and black leggings

Don’t want to go all out and want something super simple? This white tank, open shirt and black leggings combination is for you.

The black cap and white sneakers keep the colors just as simple.

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Add a small black crossbody bag like this one when putting together your outfit for a zoo visit.

white tank and loose beige pants

I am obsessed with the little silver-colored discs on this bag. They’re such a pretty detail next to the plain white tank and loose beige drawstring pants.

The photo pairs them with dark sandals. I’d try sneakers instead if you’re planning a longer walk.

brown plaid and cuffed jeans

This plaid shirt may just be one of my favorites here. I love the blue lines running through the brown checks, especially with those light-blue jeans.

Leave your shirt open over a white tee and roll the jeans at the ankles to follow this look. The brown belt and little handbag finish it off.

leopard halter and wide-leg jeans

The animal-print fans are going to love this! The collage pairs a leopard halter top with dark wide-leg jeans and a matching spotted shoulder bag.

Try the half-up ponytail shown here if you want to follow the whole idea. The gold-tone bracelets are a pretty extra touch.

green short overalls

How cute are these green short overalls? The rolled hems and big front pocket are adorable with a white sleeveless top underneath.

Black high-top sneakers finish the look. I especially love the pale green bag beside the darker green overalls.

black shorts and a white cap

If you are looking for something simple to put together, this one is for you. Pair a black tank with fitted black shorts, then add an open white shirt.

The little brown waist bag is my favorite detail. Keep the white cap and tall white socks if you like the same sporty look.

red flowers and a basket bag

Who says you have to wear shorts? This red floral mini dress is so pretty with its short sleeves and V-shaped neckline.

The little basket-shaped bag makes it even cuter.

Keep your accessories simple with dark sunglasses and a small pendant necklace, just like this.

yellow top and patched cargos

If you are looking for lots of little details, then this one is for you. There’s a yellow cropped top, olive cargo shorts with patches and a bright red patterned bag.

I love the skeleton patch on the shorts. The white socks and brown-and-white sneakers give you a simpler pairing below all that color.

dark pleats and a bucket hat

Don’t want to add bright colors or busy prints? No problem there!

Try this dark sweatshirt with a black pleated mini skirt and a matching dark bucket hat. The white socks and sneakers are all the contrast this look needs.

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safari hats and a little lion

How adorable is that little lion costume? This is a dress-up idea rather than an everyday outfit, with matching brown safari-style hats, white tops and belted tan shorts on the adults.

For a less costume-like version, borrow the white-and-tan pairing and leave off the hats and binoculars.

alligator sweatshirt and stripes

This kids’ outfit is just too cute. I love the big green alligator across the gray sweatshirt, with those little white teeth and wide eyes.

The navy-and-white striped pants make it even more playful. Keep that mix if you want something beyond a plain pair of pants.

white ruffles and olive cargos

I am obsessed with this ruffled white top. The tie front is so pretty beside the loose olive cargo pants and their large side pockets.

Try a small black shoulder bag to keep the rest simple. The layered necklaces add just a little shine around the neckline.

blue jacket over a gray hoodie

If you’re looking for a layered outfit without lots of accessories, go with this blue jacket over a gray hoodie. Black leggings and gray-and-white sneakers finish the combination.

Let the hood sit outside the jacket collar like it does here.

matching tan shirt and shorts

This is another pretty way to wear neutrals. The tan button-front shirt and drawstring shorts look so good with a white tank underneath.

I especially love the large tan crossbody bag. Keep the white sneakers and striped socks if you want to try the same combination.

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navy jacket and a long skirt

Prefer a longer skirt? This gray-green one looks lovely with the loose white tee and open navy jacket.

The blue-gray socks and chunky strapped shoes are a fun detail. You don’t need to add a print when the outfit already has a combination this cute.

striped sleeves and a gray vest

There’s so much to love about these layers. The striped sleeves peek out from a textured gray vest, with a pale yellow-green edge showing at the wrists and hem.

Try a gray beanie and cuffed pale pants to follow the look. I’d keep the small crossbody bag too.

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brown hoodie and white socks

Don’t want to go overboard with your outfit? No problem! Try this brown hoodie with black leggings and a white top peeking out underneath.

I love the scrunched white socks above the brown slip-on shoes. That little bit of white ties in with the longer top.

blue short overalls and stripes

These short overalls are another favorite. Mostly because the loose black-and-white striped sleeves look so cute underneath.

The rolled hems and black strapped sandals keep the outfit casual. Try your hair in a high bun like this if you want to copy that detail too.

cropped tan jacket and brown shorts

Last but definitely not least, we have this cute layered shorts outfit. I love the cropped tan jacket with its big pockets!

A plaid shirt hangs below it over fitted brown shorts.

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The brown sneakers and white socks finish the look without adding another color. Save this one if you like mixing simple pieces with a little plaid.