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.
-53%
Valentino
Garavani Leopard-Print Tights Brown
$564.99
$1,200.00
Jomashop
Valentino
Garavani Leggings - Brown
$613.58
Italist
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.
Theory
Mens Sylvain Hairline Stripe Point-Collar Sport Shirt
$225.00
Neiman Marcus
-49%
Vince
Classic Fit Stripe Shirt Pink
$116.98
$228.00
ShopSimon
-22%
Over/D
Shirts Black
$78.00
$100.00
Yoox.com
Current Elliott
Stiletto Amber Leopard Skinny Jean Orange
$38.99
Rue La La
-60%
Kobi Halperin
Michal Ombre Leopard-Print Pants
$158.99
$398.00
Neiman Marcus
Skull Cashmere
Kassie Cashmere-Blend Leopard Jogger Green
$64.99
Rue La La
-63%
Dolce & Gabbana
Gray Leopard Print SweatWomens Jogger Womens Pants (Pre-Owned)
$236.00
$636.00
LUX LAIR
Theory
Mens Sylvain Hairline Stripe Point-Collar Sport Shirt
$225.00
Neiman Marcus
-49%
Vince
Classic Fit Stripe Shirt Pink
$116.98
$228.00
ShopSimon
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
$529.00
$814.00
FARFETCH
Anne Klein
Cable Knit Sweater White
$69.99
Rue La La
Eileen Fisher
Missy Waffle-Knit Funnel-Neck Sweater White
$148.00
Neiman Marcus
-72%
Boutique De La Femme
T-shirts White
$56.00
$197.00
Yoox.com
Söfft
Prewitt Patent Loafer Red
$99.99
Rue La La
-56%
Coach
Janie Loafer Red
$79.00
$178.00
ShopSimon
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!
Surell
Knit Headband White
$28.00
Rue La La
-65%
Stella McCartney
Hats Yellow
$132.00
$373.00
Yoox.com
San Diego Hat Company
Fedora Black
$29.99
Rue La La
-50%
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%
Alice & Olivia
Be Still Breanna Printed Blazer
$375.00
$625.00
Neiman Marcus
Ronny Kobo
Cosette Linen Blazer White
$199.99
Rue La La
Diane Von Fürstenberg
Penelope Wool-Blend Jacket Green
$107.99
Rue La La
-50%
Vince
Ticking Stripe Cropped Flare Trousers White
$174.00
$348.00
Neiman Marcus
-43%
Bencivenga
Black Striped Cotton Sretch Dress Trousers Womens Pants
$158.00
$275.00
LUX LAIR
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.
Ellen Tracy
Reversible Rain Jacket Green
$89.99
Rue La La
Ganni
Flyweight Nylon Leo Long Parka Brown
$345.00
Labels
Hutch
Vance Coat Brown
$84.99
Rue La La
-28%
Gaëlle Paris
Cardigans Beige
$205.00
$283.00
Yoox.com
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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Cole Haan
Womens Signature Packable Hooded Rain Jacket - Pink Size Medium
$189.95
$278.00
Cole Haan
Alexia Admor
Carys Shift Dress Pink
$39.99
Rue La La
Fleurette
Tailored Double-Breasted Wool-Blend Coat Pink
$258.00
Rue La La
Astr
the Label Lace Trim Satin Slip Dress Brown
$40.99
Rue La La
-40%
Ganni
Leopard-print ruffled chiffon maxi skirt Brown
$195.00
$325.00
Mytheresa
Franco Sarto
Sutton2 Leather-Trim Slingback
$65.99
Rue La La
Kenneth Cole
Martha Pump
$63.99
Rue La La
A.L.C.
Lee Leopard Print Leather Jacket Size XS
$363.34
HEWI
AFRM
Mattie Side Ruched Slit Skirt Brown
$41.99
Rue La La
-30%
Ganni
Leopard-print cloqué maxi dress Brown
$266.00
$380.00
Mytheresa
