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.
-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
Dolce & Gabbana
leopard-print tulle tights - Brown
£285.00
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.
-20%
Ganni
Izey leopard-print straight jeans Brown
£188.00
£235.00
Mytheresa
-50%
Ganni
Green Leopard Betzy Jeans - Size 24 Organic Cotton
£117.50
£235.00
GANNI
-15%
Majestic Filatures
BOTTOMWEAR - Leggings on YOOX.COM Grey
£102.00
£120.00
Yoox.com
-30%
Diane Von Fürstenberg
Brooklyn leopard-print flared pants Brown
£210.00
£300.00
Mytheresa
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.
-20%
DUSK
Raglan Ribbed Knit Jumper White
£28.00
£35.00
Roman
PESERICO
KNITWEAR - Jumpers on YOOX.COM White
£219.00
Yoox.com
Roman
Scallop V-Neck Knit Jumper White
£36.00
Roman
-2%
Twin-Set
KNITWEAR - Jumpers on YOOX.COM White
£127.00
£130.00
Yoox.com
Charles & Keith
Georgina Leather Metallic-Accent Penny Loafers Red
£109.00
Charles & Keith
-36%
Tod's
FOOTWEAR - Loafers on YOOX.COM Red
£245.00
£383.00
Yoox.com
-40%
Charles & Keith
Leslie Metallic-Accent Loafers Red
£39.00
£65.00
Charles & Keith
-35%
10 Corso Como
Dan leather loafers - Red
£143.00
£221.00
FARFETCH
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!
Claudie Pierlot
CP Beanie Red
£129.00
Claudie Pierlot
-70%
Texas Robot
Leopard Printed MESSICO Ankle Boots size 38
£104.06
£346.87
GLAMOOD
Claudie Pierlot
CP Beanie Beige
£129.00
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?
-50%
AllSaints
Cotton Aurora Leopard Jacquard Blazer, Size: UK 8/US 4 Grey
£149.00
£299.00
AllSaints
-35%
DIEGA
SUITS and CO-ORDS - Blazers on YOOX.COM Brown
£173.00
£267.00
Yoox.com
-46%
Roman
Check Frayed Edge Boucle Button Jacket Green
£35.00
£65.00
Roman
-35%
Circolo 1901
SUITS and CO-ORDS - Blazers on YOOX.COM Blue
£211.00
£326.00
Yoox.com
adidas Originals
Wide Trouser Beige
£220.00
Labels
-75%
John Richmond
Pleated NEVAL Harem Pants size 40
£105.38
£421.51
GLAMOOD
-18%
Max Mara
Weekend Max Mara Ballo Technical Cotton Palazzo Trousers Brown
£160.00
£196.00
Balardi
-75%
Palm Angels
Front ZIpped Track Pants size Xs
£141.60
£566.41
GLAMOOD
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.
Michael Michael Kors
leopard-print puffer coat - Black
£286.00
FARFETCH
Claudie Pierlot
Flowy satin trousers Red
£249.00
Claudie Pierlot
Michael Michael Kors
leopard-print padded parka coat - Brown
£341.00
FARFETCH
-20%
Rixo
Milly leopard-print coat Red
£388.00
£485.00
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.
-50%
AllSaints
Polyester Aleida Lightweight Tri Blazer, Size: UK 16/US 12 Pink
£85.00
£169.00
AllSaints
-40%
Max Mara
Radice jersey coat Pink
£264.00
£440.00
Mytheresa
-38%
Fat Face
FatFace Steph Rose Pink Patched Chintz Regular Dress
£40.00
£65.00
FatFace
Roman
Military Buttoned Coat Pink
£75.00
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
