What She Wears: Leopard Print Accessories
WAG Alex Curran wears a pair of leopard print shoe boots to London Fashion Week. Photo: Getty Images
Wednesday October 28 2009
Love it or hate it, the leopard skin look is never out of fashion.
Fashionistas and celebs alike constantly refer back to leopard print which can give a fun twist to the most sophisticated of outfits and provide release to block colours. So, if you’re ready to acquire this sort of accessory, we have found some favourites for you in all price ranges.
Despite the catwalks like Blumarine suggesting that you wear these classic spots head to toe, we recommend only adopting one single leopard piece.
Leopard Print Shoes
Nicole Richie is a big fan, having donned plenty of scarves, headbands and bags in the funky feline pattern. Back in 2006 she complimented a simple black dress with her Lanvin leopard print heels while attending an opening in LA. Next have a similar pair for €30. Leopard print also gives this season’s shoe boot a conventional twist and looks great teamed with black leggings or jeans, as seen on Cheryl Cole. Dune has a gorgeous pair priced around €100.
Leopard Print Scarf
What better way to brighten up a cold winter than a leopard print scarf? Sienna Miller lived in her Louis Vuitton one while everyone from Kate Moss to Jessica Biel has been spotted wearing theirs. Tolani make great investment scarves but the high street isn’t shying away from it either. Marks and Spencer, Oasis and Topshop all have many different variations and colours at very affordable prices.
Leopard Print Belt
Rihanna wore a small leopard print belt over a red dress to a dinner in LA last year. Leopard print looks bold and fun when worn with red.
Christina Aguilera rocked the same colours at an event in 2006. You will have no problem finding a belt to suit your shape or budget.
Debenhams have a gorgeous skinny one for €14 and if you want to invest, Temperley London has a thicker one for €695 on net-a-porter.
Leopard print bags
Leopard print bags come in many shapes and sizes, from the over-sized Jimmy Choo ‘Mandah’ bag with a cult following including Kylie Minogue and Jennifer Lopez, to the small and beautiful Louboutin clutches. Or pick up your animal print arm candy on the high street from River Island, Next and Penneys for a fraction of the designer prices.
Leopard Print Leggings
Katy Perry caused a stir when she wore her bright pink blazer with leopard print leggings after a show in London. These daring leggings prove to be very popular on ASOS who have completely sold out of them already. You can get yours from Urban Outfitters for €16.
This print is sure to pop up every autumn, so you can be certain that whichever piece you choose, it will wear well for seasons to come.
Jennifer Ennis writes for WhatSheWears.ie , a celebrity and catwalk style website.
- Jennifer Ennis
