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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Valentino
Garavani Leopard-Print Tights Brown
$564.99
$1,200.00
Jomashop
Dolce & Gabbana
Leopard-print Cotton Jacquard Socks - Woman Socks And Tights Multicolor S
$155.00
Dolce & Gabbana
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.
Sunflower
Shirt - Pink
$222.94
Italist
Psycho Bunny
Mens Robert Texture Stripe Shirt 335 ICEBERG GREEN / M
$125.00
Psycho Bunny
Deperlu
Striped Cotton Shirt - Blue
$98.36
Italist
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Ganni
Mixed Betzy Cropped Jeans in Leopard Print - Size 24 Organic Cotton
$195.00
$325.00
GANNI
-30%
Ramy Brook
Alayna Leopard Coverup Pants
$206.50
$295.00
Neiman Marcus
-50%
Ganni
Mixed Stary Jeans in Leopard Print - Size 24 Organic Cotton
$212.50
$425.00
GANNI
-70%
Frame Denim
Le Sleek Straight Leopard Jeans
$86.39
$288.00
Neiman Marcus
Sunflower
Shirt - Pink
$222.94
Italist
Psycho Bunny
Mens Robert Texture Stripe Shirt 335 ICEBERG GREEN / M
$125.00
Psycho Bunny
Deperlu
Striped Cotton Shirt - Blue
$98.36
Italist
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
$529.00
$814.00
FARFETCH
Liu Jo
Sequin-Embroidered Viscose Blend Sweater - White
$193.66
Italist
Timberland
Premium Leather Boat Shoe Boat Shoe - Burgundy Red
$226.27
Italist
Timberland
Leather Boat Loafer - Red
$268.45
Italist
Timberland
Leather Boat Loafer - Red
$268.45
Italist
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!
Ganni
Leopard Duchesse Nylon Skirt - brown
$224.83
Italist
Talbots
Fabulous Leopard Square Scarf - Black - 001 Talbots
$69.50
Talbots
Sofiacashmere
Leopard Print Cashmere & Faux Fur Pom Beanie Brown
$195.00
Neiman Marcus
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?
Diane Von Fürstenberg
Penelope Wool-Blend Jacket Green
$107.99
Rue La La
CeCe by Cynthia Steffe
Leopard Print Jacket at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$250.00
Nordstrom
Farm Rio
Cutout Blazer Brown
$66.99
Rue La La
Dolce & Gabbana
Scarf - Brown
$117.36
Italist
Alo
| Womens Pulse Grip Socks in White, Size: S/M (5-7.5)
$38.00
Alo Yoga
Bernardo
Zip-Up Track Pants Beige
$78.00
Anthropologie
Alo
| Track Star Short in Black, Size: Medium
$78.00
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.
Sword 6.6.44
Leopard Print Faux Fur Coat - Beige
$451.55
Italist
-50%
Ganni
Leopard Nylon Parka Coat - Size 6 Brown
$335.00
$670.00
GANNI
Sword 6.6.44
Leopard Print Faux Fur Coat - Beige
$451.55
Italist
Hutch
Vance Coat Brown
$84.99
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.
Mother
The Long-Sleeve Outfielder Shirt Top Pink
$228.00
Anthropologie
Frankie Shop
Monterey Blazer - Pink
$460.63
Italist
Max Mara
Silk Bermuda Shorts - Pink
$447.95
Italist
Golden Goose
Soul Star Sneaker - Multicolor
$442.60
Italist
Ganni
Mixed Leopard Canvas Cap
$140.00
GANNI
Zadig&Voltaire
Jane Leo Crossbody Bag - Brown
$401.93
Italist
-50%
Ganni
Feminine Buckle Ballerinas in Leopard Satin - Size 10 Mixed
$212.50
$425.00
GANNI
Ganni
Mixed Leopard Print Bou Heart Mirror
$160.00
GANNI
Pinko
Leopard-Print Leather Belt - Brown
$205.86
Italist
