When it comes to dressing up a pair of jeans for a day of shopping or a little black dress for a dinner party, nothing is more fun than a faux fur leopard print coat. Since leopard prints (especially coats) aren’t really meant for everyday wear, this isn’t something I would recommend splurging on unless of course you have deep pockets. Steal or splurge, a leopard faux fur will be the most Samantha Jones item in your wardrobe.
I often find myself having a love/hate relationship with leopard prints. Though the relationship mostly consists of an unconditional love for leopard accents and accessories, there are those times when I see a trashy leopard ensemble and insist on walking the other way. When there are so many classy ways to wear leopard, there’s no reason to look like a Kardashian or a stripper when unleashing your inner fierceness with a bit of leopard.
Here are 5 tips for keeping your leopard wearing days both sassy and classy:
1. Unless it’s Halloween, head to toe leopard is never a good idea. Always mix with neutrals and wear subtile pieces to offset bold prints.
2. Stick with natural leopard hues or black and white while wearing this pattern. Pink, red, and purple leopard always seem to look trashy.
3. A pair of leopard ballet flats are a staple of every girl’s wardrobe. Get yourself a pair.
4. Leopard accents and accessories can liven up almost any outfit, especially a black blazer or classic little black dress.
5. Watch your alcohol intake! Whenever I wear leopard I always seem to have a crazier night than usual. Try your best to keep your wild side in check.
Steal: Leopard Print Faux Fur Coat Taupe/Black from Forever 21 ($64.90)