Leopard print has long been a staple in the world of fashion. Whether it’s leopard print heels, bags or lingerie, the sensuality that comes with this design refuses to fade.
Josephine Baker and Jean Harlow wore the print in the ’30s. Eartha Kitt and Bettie Page followed suit in the ’50s. Mrs. Robinson in “The Graduate” and Edie Sedgwick in Andy Warhol’s Factory also wore the trendy style in the ’60s. The timeline continues with Elizabeth Taylor, Catherine Deneuve, Kate Moss, Anna Wintour and Michelle Obama wearing the same iconic print.
Although leopard print stands out among its competitors as the reigning beacon of sexuality, its boldness and versatility is what makes it so popular. “When you look at images of women who wore it, they were great movie stars with a lot of mystique,” Linda Fargo, Berdof Goodman women’s fashion designer, tells The Wall Street Journal. New York-based designer Phillip Lim feels that leopard print also imbues women with confidence.
Leopard print is essentially the “Meryl Streep of trends,” WSJ adds. “It can suit a rock chick’s rebellion; it can be hippie, high end or hip-hop.”
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Full-leopard print dresses are guaranteed to make a statement. And because of their striking design, print dresses don’t have to be revealing in order to exude a gorgeous, sultry feel.
Leopard print heels just goes to show you that a little print goes a long way. Regardless of the type of heel – they can be slender heels, chunky, close-toed, open-toed or strappy – a leopard print heel will still have that alluring quality. And the best part? They can go with basically any outfit, so you can add a sexy style to any look.
If you’re looking to draw some attention to your wardrobe but aren’t prepared to come all decked-out in leopard print, these pants may be your answer. Pair these bottoms with a nice black top and some red accessories and you’re good to go!
Similar to leopard print pants, skirts are the perfect alternative to full-on print dresses. Leopard print skirts can add a fun and flirty vibe to your wardrobe.
But really, no matter what your style, it looks like leopard print will be all the rage for quite some time.
