How to wear the leopard pattern while remaining trendy and stylish?

The leopard pattern, you have to know how to tame it! Timeless, this animal print comes back every year in the collections and while some love it, others are reluctant and don't really know how to wear it. We give you all our advice to adopt it without fashion faux pas!

The leopard pattern: instructions for use

Zebra, leopard, snake … Animal prints have never been so trendy! True timeless, the leopard pattern is however the one found every season in the collections of our favorite brands. Popularized in the 1950s in Christian Dior's Haute Couture collections, the leopard has always divided and continues to this day. While some adore it, others do not dare to adopt it for fear of the fashion faux pas. Yet, when properly mastered, this animal print brings character as well as a casual aura to our look. To stop doubting its fashion potential, we give you some tips that should convince you to integrate it into your wardrobe.

How to wear the leopard pattern?

If the leopard print scares you but you still like it and want to try it on, we recommend that you start by incorporating it in small touches into your outfit. And for that, the accessories will be perfect! It can be a scarf or a leopard scarf, to associate with a black coat or a perfecto. It can also be a belt to wear at the waist with a dress or a blazer. The leopard handbag in fabric or leather is also very popular! It's the little animal touch that will make all the difference in your look. The most daring will turn to a pair of leopard shoes. Boots that will be perfect with classic raw or black jeans, or sneakers if you like to be comfortable!




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If the leopard print doesn't scare you, then you can go for a strong piece. Pants, a skirt, a dress, a coat, a blazer, a sweater, a blouse … It's all about embracing it and, above all, combining it well! With a strong piece like this, you have to stay sober on the rest of the look. As for colors, stay “classic” with black, brown, beige or white. These are shades that will go very well with this pattern! However, be careful with the choice of pattern and fabric. Prefer a discreet and minimalist print rather than XXL patterns, and opt for noble materials such as silk or jacquard.




How to wear the leopard print with style?

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Very daring but ultra stylish when it is well mastered, the total leopard look is certainly the riskiest fashion exercise that can exist! To make the leopard print chic and elegant and break its sulphurous side which makes it one of the most controversial patterns today, you can for example choose a suit, to wear with white sneakers or a pair of heeled sandals. with thin straps. Those who are not afraid of risk will dare the leopard dress + leopard boots. When it's well chosen and worn, you have to admit that it's gorgeous!




How to wear the leopard print ?

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How to choose the right leopard print?

When choosing a leopard pattern piece, it is important to take these different criteria into account:

  • Beware of tight-fitting materials like lycra which can be "cheap", and fake fur which can sometimes not be of very good quality. Prefer noble materials and fabrics that hold together such as silk, wool, jacquard or cotton.
  • Also prefer a minimalist print, XXL leopard spots are not always very elegant. If you prefer large patterns, then pay attention to the fabric you choose.
  • The leopard print is now available in different colors. Avoid flashy colors like green and pink which are just passing trends. Instead, choose sober colors that will last over time such as black, white, brown or burgundy red.

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