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.
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High Heel Jungle
High Heel Jungle Leopard Print Fishnet Tights Black
$25.99
$34.00
Rue La La
MeMoi
Leopard Sheer Tights in Black at Nordstrom, Size Medium
$24.00
Nordstrom
-24%
High Heel Jungle
High Heel Jungle Leopard Luxe Sheer Tights Black
$25.99
$34.00
Rue La La
Spanx
Iconic Leopard Fishnet Tights in Very Black at Nordstrom
$38.00
Nordstrom
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.
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Maison Kitsuné
Striped shirt with logos Gray
$105.11
$233.57
TheDoubleF
-60%
Comme Des Garçons
Stripe Shortsleeve Shirt Red Multi
$250.00
$624.00
Slam Jam
Il Gufo
Blue and white striped cotton shirt
$88.76
TheDoubleF
Psycho Bunny
Mens Robert Texture Stripe Shirt 335 ICEBERG GREEN / M
$125.00
Psycho Bunny
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Anne Klein
Boot Leg Pant Brown
$39.99
$99.00
Rue La La
-62%
Ramy Brook
Tyra Printed Jean Brown
$149.99
$395.00
Rue La La
-55%
Maison Kitsuné
Striped shirt with logos Gray
$105.11
$233.57
TheDoubleF
-10%
Abercrombie & Fitch
long sleeve cropped linen shirt in blue stripe
$63.00
$70.00
ASOS
Il Gufo
Blue and white striped cotton shirt
$88.76
TheDoubleF
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.
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Filippa K
drop-shoulder chunky-knit jumper - women - Recycled Polyamide/Alpaca/RWS Wool - M - White
$472.00
$724.00
FARFETCH
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Brooks Brothers
Cable Knit Sweater White
$79.99
$148.00
Rue La La
Varley
Aliyah Half-Zip Knit Pullover White
$128.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-25%
Rebecca Taylor
Taryn Knit Top in Cream at Nordstrom, Size X-Small White
$247.50
$330.00
Nordstrom
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G.H. Bass & Co.
Weejuns Esther Kiltie loafers - women - Leather - 5.5 - Red
$288.00
$328.00
FARFETCH
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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!
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Bruno Magli
Leopard Jacquard Cuff Cashmere Hat Brown
$69.99
$180.00
Rue La La
Hat Attack
Leopard Beanie in Sand at Nordstrom Beige
$78.00
Nordstrom
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Eugenia Kim
Mishka Beret Hat Brown
$99.99
$225.00
Rue La La
Bruno Magli
Cashmere Leopard Pompom Beanie in Camel/Black at Nordstrom Rack Brown
$89.97
Nordstrom Rack
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
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Dries Van Noten
Red single-breasted jacket in wool
$358.06
$1,023.04
TheDoubleF
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Tahari by ASL
Print One-Button Blazer in Wild Berry Tropical at Nordstrom, Size 10P
$86.43
$129.00
Nordstrom
-82%
Diane Von Fürstenberg
Diane Von Furstenberg Penelope Wool-Blend Jacket Green
$107.99
$598.00
Rue La La
adidas Originals
Adibreak pants grey Gray
$79.42
TheDoubleF
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Puma
Women s Guizio T7 Track Pants Navy Blue
$142.00
$189.00
Slam Jam
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Ramy Brook
Natasha Pant Brown
$118.99
$465.00
Rue La La
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.
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BCBGeneration
Animal Print Trench Coat in Natural Leopard at Nordstrom, Size X-Large
$179.99
$278.00
Nordstrom
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Avec Les Filles
Leopard Print Relaxed Walker Coat Brown
$89.99
$248.00
Rue La La
-43%
Karl Lagerfeld
Leopard Print Faux Fur Wrap Coat at Nordstrom, Size X-Large
$229.99
$400.00
Nordstrom
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Noize
Nancy Reversible Coat Black
$99.99
$290.00
Rue La La
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.
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Pinko
Coats Pink
$369.00
$623.00
Yoox.com
-27%
Avec Les Filles
Plaid Martingale Coat in Pink Plaid at Nordstrom, Size Xx-Small
$129.99
$178.00
Nordstrom
-73%
iBlues
Coats Orange
$187.00
$699.00
Yoox.com
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BCBGeneration
Double Breasted Bouclé Coat in Magenta at Nordstrom, Size X-Small Pink
$124.99
$248.00
Nordstrom
Naked Wardrobe
Fitted Blazer in Leopard at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$148.00
Nordstrom
-65%
Franco Sarto
Savini Strappy Brown
$41.99
$120.00
Rue La La
-59%
Dolce & Gabbana
Black Leopard Short Boots Zipper Womens Shoes
$398.00
$962.00
LUX LAIR
-13%
Talbots
Audrey Loafers - Calf Hair Tan - 10 1/2 M Talbots Brown
$129.99
$149.00
Talbots
