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.
MeMoi
Leopard Sheer Tights in Black at Nordstrom, Size Medium
$24.00
Nordstrom
-32%
High Heel Jungle
High Heel Jungle Leopard Print Fishnet Tights Black
$22.99
$34.00
GILT
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.
-55%
Maison Kitsuné
Striped shirt with logos Gray
$104.28
$231.74
TheDoubleF
-60%
Comme Des Garçons
Stripe Shortsleeve Shirt Red Multi
$250.00
$624.00
Slam Jam
-20%
Il Gufo
Blue and white striped cotton shirt
$70.45
$88.06
TheDoubleF
-34%
HUGO BOSS
Striped Shirt
$198.00
$298.80
Wanan Luxury
Anne Klein
Boot Leg Pant Brown
$39.99
Rue La La
-40%
NYDJ
Marilyn Savanna Leopard Straight Leg Jean
$22.00
Rue La La
-55%
Maison Kitsuné
Striped shirt with logos Gray
$104.28
$231.74
TheDoubleF
-60%
Comme Des Garçons
Stripe Shortsleeve Shirt Red Multi
$250.00
$624.00
Slam Jam
-20%
Il Gufo
Blue and white striped cotton shirt
$70.45
$88.06
TheDoubleF
-34%
HUGO BOSS
Striped Shirt
$198.00
$298.80
Wanan Luxury
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.
-35%
Filippa K
drop-shoulder chunky-knit jumper - women - Recycled Polyamide/Alpaca/RWS Wool - M - White
$477.00
$732.00
FARFETCH
Eileen Fisher
Missy Waffle-Knit Funnel-Neck Sweater White
$148.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-25%
Rebecca Taylor
Taryn Knit Top in Cream at Nordstrom, Size X-Small White
$247.50
$330.00
Nordstrom
-10%
Vero Moda
Sweaters White
$44.00
$49.00
Yoox.com
-9%
G.H. Bass & Co.
Weejuns Esther Kiltie loafers - women - Leather - 5.5 - Red
$324.00
$356.00
FARFETCH
-34%
G.H. Bass & Co.
Weejuns Penny Loafer in Wine at Nordstrom, Size 7.5 Red
$114.99
$175.00
Nordstrom
-24%
Cole Haan
Womens Gissella Drivers - Red Size 5.5
$129.95
$170.00
Cole Haan
-25%
Dr. Martens
Elphie Mary Jane in Cherry Red at Nordstrom, Size 10Us
$97.50
$130.00
Nordstrom
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!
-33%
Ganni
Canvas Bucket Hat
$113.00
$168.00
Wanan Luxury
Bruno Magli
Cashmere Leopard Pompom Beanie in Camel/Black at Nordstrom Rack Brown
$89.97
Nordstrom Rack
San Diego Hat Company
Fedora Black
$29.99
Rue La La
-33%
4giveness
Hats Gray
$43.00
$64.00
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?
Naked Wardrobe
Fitted Blazer in Leopard at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$148.00
Nordstrom
-66%
Circolo 1901
Blazers Brown
$196.00
$571.00
Yoox.com
-33%
Tahari by ASL
Print One-Button Blazer in Wild Berry Tropical at Nordstrom, Size 10P
$86.43
$129.00
Nordstrom
-52%
P.A.R.O.S.H.
P. A.R. O.S. H. - Animal Print Double-Breasted Blazer Blazers Green
$392.00
$816.00
Wanan Luxury
-69%
Cambio
Pants Beige
$95.00
$309.00
Yoox.com
-20%
adidas Originals
Adibreak pants grey Gray
$63.04
$78.80
TheDoubleF
-31%
HUGO BOSS
Pants Black
$122.00
$178.00
Yoox.com
Alo
| Cashmere Mini Stripe Short in Azure Blue/White, Size: Medium
$198.00
Alo Yoga
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.
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.
-60%
Cole Haan
Womens Taffeta Down Coat With Elasticaded Waist Inserts - Pink Size Medium
$159.95
$398.00
Cole Haan
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-81%
Lost [in] me
Overcoats & Trench Coats Pink
$178.00
$927.00
Yoox.com
-79%
iBlues
Coats Orange
$144.00
$699.00
Yoox.com
-44%
La Petite Robe Di Chiara Boni
Overcoats & Trench Coats Pink
$370.00
$661.00
Yoox.com
Naked Wardrobe
Fitted Blazer in Leopard at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$148.00
Nordstrom
-13%
Talbots
Audrey Loafers - Calf Hair Tan - 6 1/2 M Talbots Brown
$129.99
$149.00
Talbots
-40%
Tory Burch
Roxanne Jelly Thong Sandal in Classic Leopard at Nordstrom, Size 11
$76.80
$128.00
Nordstrom
Golden Goose
Old School sneakers in white with leopard-print star
$361.52
TheDoubleF
-52%
Dolce & Gabbana
Sandals Black
$397.00
$833.00
Yoox.com
Anne Klein
Smocked Maxi Dress Brown
$62.99
Rue La La
