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.
-20%
Ganni
Izey leopard-print straight jeans Brown
£188.00
£235.00
Mytheresa
-36%
Alpha Industries
BOTTOMWEAR - Trousers on YOOX.COM Yellow
£36.00
£56.00
Yoox.com
-40%
Veronica Beard
Leopard-print high-rise wide-leg pants Beige
£192.00
£320.00
Mytheresa
-53%
5 Progress
BOTTOMWEAR - Trousers on YOOX.COM Beige
£82.00
£176.00
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.
-38%
DUSK
Sparkly Knit Jumper White
£20.00
£32.00
Roman
-12%
Michael Kors
KNITWEAR - Jumpers on YOOX.COM White
£196.00
£223.00
Yoox.com
Roman
Scallop V-Neck Knit Jumper White
£36.00
Roman
Aniye By
KNITWEAR - Jumpers on YOOX.COM White
£216.00
Yoox.com
Tod's
FOOTWEAR - Loafers on YOOX.COM Red
£231.00
Yoox.com
-50%
Alma En Pena
Loafers, female, Red, 6 UK, Flat Loafer with Stirrups
£65.25
£130.50
Miinto
-56%
Tod's
FOOTWEAR - Loafers on YOOX.COM Red
£100.00
£228.00
Yoox.com
-41%
Hotter
Womens Toasty Womens Full Slipper - Red - Size: 9
£29.00
£49.00
lovethesales
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!
-51%
AllSaints
Wool Anita Leopard Print Brim Fedora Hat, Size: One Size Brown
£47.00
£95.00
AllSaints
Herschel
ACCESSORIES - Hats on YOOX.COM Beige
£18.00
Yoox.com
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?
-16%
TruClothing
Womens Tailored Brown Dogtooth Wool Blend Tweed Blazer - Size 12 UK
£94.99
£112.99
Secret Sales
Roman
Boucle Frayed Edge Jacket Black
£65.00
Roman
-30%
-13%
Versace
SUITS and CO-ORDS - Blazers on YOOX.COM Black
£354.00
£408.00
Yoox.com
-60%
John Richmond
Harem Pants NEVAL with Pleats size 40
£166.96
£417.39
GLAMOOD
adidas Originals
Wide Trouser Beige
£220.00
Labels
-50%
Versace
BOTTOMWEAR - Leggings on YOOX.COM Black
£65.00
£131.00
Yoox.com
adidas Originals
Firebird Trackpant White
£140.00
Labels
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.
-20%
Rixo
Milly leopard-print coat Red
£388.00
£485.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Michael Michael Kors
leopard-print puffer coat - Black
£197.00
£281.00
FARFETCH
-89%
Siyu
DRESSES - Mini dresses on YOOX.COM Red
£105.00
£963.00
Yoox.com
-20%
Boohoo
Womens Leopard Print Faux Pony Hair Fur Jacket - Size 14 UK
£68.00
£85.00
Secret Sales
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 8/US 4 Pink
£85.00
£169.00
AllSaints
-38%
Fat Face
FatFace Steph Rose Pink Patched Chintz Regular Dress
£40.00
£65.00
FatFace
-11%
Roman
Double Breasted Collar Coat Pink
£58.00
£65.00
Roman
-50%
AllSaints
Polyester Corin Miro Blazer, Size: XS Pink
£134.00
£269.00
AllSaints
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