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
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
Mixed Betzy Cropped Jeans in Leopard Print - Size 24 Elastane
£188.00
£235.00
GANNI
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.
-9%
Kocca
Delicate Chic Long Sleeve Close Neck Sweatshirt White
£66.99
£73.95
Miinto
-40%
Tommy Hilfiger
Flag Cable Knit Relaxed Jumper White
£51.00
£85.00
Tommy Hilfiger
Charles & Keith
Georgina Leather Penny Loafers Red
£109.00
Charles & Keith
Camper
Heeled Boots, female, Red, 2 UK, Loafers
£165.31
Miinto
-25%
Clarks
Torhill loafers - Red
£151.00
£201.00
FARFETCH
-50%
Alma En Pena
Loafers, female, Red, 6 UK, Flat Loafer with Stirrups
£65.25
£130.50
Miinto
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!
Etro
leopard-print hair clip - Brown
£108.00
FARFETCH
-25%
Ganni
Accessories, female, Brown, M/L, Leopard Print Brown Hat
£75.04
£100.05
Miinto
Dolce & Gabbana
100mm leather sandals - Red
£146.00
FARFETCH
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?
-40%
Circolo 1901
Blazers, female, Multicolor, M, Blue Check Pattern Double-Breasted Jacket
£233.00
£388.00
Miinto
-16%
TruClothing
Womens Tailored Brown Dogtooth Wool Blend Tweed Blazer - Size 12 UK
£94.99
£112.99
Secret Sales
-8%
Gestuz
Tweed Jackets, female, Black, L, Gaellygz Jacket
£165.60
£180.00
Miinto
Fat Face
FatFace Side Stripe Trousers in Black
£52.00
FatFace
Polo Ralph Lauren
stripe-print shorts - Blue
£128.00
FARFETCH
Fat Face
FatFace Black Jersey Stripe Wide Leg Trouser
£49.50
FatFace
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.
-30%
Ganni
Flyweight Nylon Leo Long Parka Brown
£345.00
£495.00
Labels
-20%
Michael Michael Kors
leopard-print puffer coat - Black
£226.00
£283.00
FARFETCH
-8%
Bruuns Bazaar
Leopard Print Dress with Mesh Overlay Black
£198.71
£215.99
Miinto
-35%
Michael Michael Kors
leopard-print padded parka coat - Brown
£219.00
£338.00
FARFETCH
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.
-15%
Desigual
Single-Breasted Coats, female, Pink, XS, Pink Check Coat
£154.34
£181.74
Miinto
-60%
Karen Millen
Womens Stripe Wool Double Breasted Tailored Maxi Coat - Pink - Size 12 UK
£172.00
£429.00
Secret Sales
-8%
Junge
Light Jacket Pink
£154.45
£167.88
Miinto
-60%
Dorothee Schumacher
Off-shoulder midi dress Pink
£224.00
£560.00
Mytheresa
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
