We’re here to prove that leopard print is a neutral
If you’ve been on social media recently, you’ve probably heard the phrase “leopard print counts as a neutral!” repeated like a mantra. Stylight is here to tell you that’s 100% true. Despite the boldness of the print and its saucy connotation, the tan, beige, black, and white hues make it perfect as a base for any outfit.
Still not convinced? No problem. We have collected our seven fave examples of leopard print styled as a neutral: scroll on to check them out and learn why they work.
One of the easiest ways of styling a leopard print is through accessories. Pairing a leopard or cheetah print accessory like tights with neutral colours of the same “family”—in this case brown and black—makes for a bold yet understated look.
-42%
Valentino
Tights, female, Brown, M, Leopard-Print Tights
£517.89
£897.84
Miinto
-65%
Philipp Plein
leopard print tights - Red
£109.00
£310.00
FARFETCH
Dolce & Gabbana
leopard-print tights - Brown
£235.00
FARFETCH
Philipp Plein
leopard print tights - Green
£310.00
FARFETCH
A “non-print” print might sound like an oxymoron, but we guarantee that at least one item in your closet matches this definition. A “non-print” is a pattern often composed with smaller-scale motifs or similar hues, and from afar might even look like a texture rather than a print. Think of men’s patterned or striped shirts, for example. A striped men’s shirt goes surprisingly well with a pair of leopard print palazzo pants, as the two “non-print” prints complement each other.
-70%
Nobody's Child
Leopard Print Drawstring Linen-blend Trousers
£21.00
£69.00
Nobody's Child
-20%
Ganni
Izey leopard-print straight jeans Brown
£188.00
£235.00
Mytheresa
-25%
Anine Bing
Bootcut Jeans, female, Brown, W25, Hugh Jean
£182.70
£243.60
Miinto
-21%
TreBarraBi
BOTTOMWEAR - Trousers on YOOX.COM Green
£77.00
£97.00
Yoox.com
For a fuss-free, minimalist look pair your cool-coloured leopard print jeans with an oversized cream jumper that matches the leopard print. Adding a subdued pop of colour, like a pair of cherry red shoes, is the icing on the cake.
Roman
Scallop V-Neck Knit Jumper White
£36.00
Roman
-31%
DUSK
Raglan Ribbed Knit Jumper White
£24.00
£35.00
Roman
Roman
Colour Block Heart Knit Jumper White
£45.00
Roman
-38%
DUSK
Sparkly Knit Jumper White
£20.00
£32.00
Roman
-40%
Charles & Keith
Leslie Metallic-Accent Loafers Red
£39.00
£65.00
Charles & Keith
-63%
Tod's
FOOTWEAR - Loafers on YOOX.COM Red
£84.00
£228.00
Yoox.com
Charles & Keith
Arven Faux Suede Penny Loafers Red
£65.00
Charles & Keith
-58%
Santoni
FOOTWEAR - Loafers on YOOX.COM Red
£154.00
£369.00
Yoox.com
Speaking of accessories, a furry leopard print hat makes quite the statement and goes perfectly with a brown leather jacket and a white top. The winter staple you didn’t know you needed!
-25%
AllSaints
Alpaca/Wool Nora Leopard Print Beanie, Size: One Size Black
£52.00
£69.00
AllSaints
-86%
Claudie Pierlot
CP Beanie Red
£129.00
£903.00
Claudie Pierlot
-86%
Claudie Pierlot
CP Beanie Beige
£129.00
£903.00
Claudie Pierlot
For the most daring out here, leopard print is the perfect companion for your boldest, brightest patterns. In Anaïs’ outfit, the leopard print accessories and top serve as a “grounding element” for her floral print blazer and striped trousers, bringing the whole look together. Sure, she could’ve paired the jacket and the trousers with a white top and beige accessories, but isn’t this so much more interesting?
Roman
Boucle Frayed Edge Jacket Black
£65.00
Roman
-8%
Gestuz
Tweed Jackets, female, Black, L, Gaellygz Jacket
£165.60
£180.00
Miinto
-16%
TruClothing
Womens Tailored Brown Dogtooth Wool Blend Tweed Blazer - Size 12 UK
£94.99
£112.99
Secret Sales
-33%
Tagliatore
BOTTOMWEAR - Mini skirts on YOOX.COM Beige
£191.00
£286.00
Yoox.com
-80%
John Richmond
Harem Pants NEVAL with Pleats size 40
£82.89
£414.44
GLAMOOD
adidas Originals
Wide Trouser Beige
£220.00
Labels
-75%
Palm Angels
Track Pants with Front Zips size Xs
£139.23
£556.91
GLAMOOD
MR MARVIS
Royals * The Sports Blue
£79.00
MR MARVIS
A leopard print statement coat is a wardrobe grail for many of us, for it can take a look from 0 to 100 and make a gloomy day a little bit brighter. With a bold coat like this, it’s best to keep it simple with blacks and matching accessories.
-80%
Claudie Pierlot
Flowy satin trousers Red
£249.00
£1,245.00
Claudie Pierlot
Ganni
Flyweight Nylon Leo Long Parka Print Brown
£495.00
Labels
-30%
Michael Michael Kors
leopard-print puffer coat - Black
£197.00
£281.00
FARFETCH
Rixo
Jacoba jacquard coat Red
£390.00
Mytheresa
The earthy shades of your favourite leopard print trousers do a great job at “bringing down” even the brightest pinks. Not only that: Bryony’s grandpa-core quilted jacket and the playful broderie collar have a distinctly romantic and sweet vibe, that clashes oh-so-perfectly with the grittiness of the leopard print.
-38%
Fat Face
FatFace Steph Rose Pink Patched Chintz Regular Dress
£40.00
£65.00
FatFace
AllSaints
Lyocell Lizie Double Breasted Trench Coat, Size: XS Pink
£299.00
AllSaints
-11%
Roman
Double Breasted Collar Coat Pink
£58.00
£65.00
Roman
Stand Studio
Leopard-print faux shearling coat - Blue - FR 34
£400.00
The Outnet
Zadig&Voltaire
Borderline Pass Leopard Card Holder
£135.00
Zadig & Voltaire
Sandro
Leopard print slit dress Green
€279.00
Sandro
Russell & Bromley
WESTSIDE Womens Animal Slingback Clog
£345.00
Russell & Bromley
Ganni
Leopard-print silk-blend satin midi wrap dress - Animal print - DE 36
£400.00
The Outnet
