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During New York Fashion Week, one of the biggest street style trends to emerge was the return of the leopard print coat. Showgoers dressed in spotted, cropped jackets and long wool coats were hard to miss against the icy backdrop of the city.
It’s a trend ripe for embracing right now, as much of the country is still experiencing what’s left of a historically frosty winter. In these conditions, throwing on a statement coat can do wonders for your overall look and mood. Bold yet surprisingly versatile, animal prints like croc, tiger, and leopard add instant visual texture to an outfit, but it’s the latter of the trio that brings the heat.
Below, our favorite leopard print coats to shop this season, along with easy styling tips using what’s already in your closet. (Although, with spring just weeks away, now would be a great time to get a head start on that closet refresh.)
With a Touch of Red
A glossy leopard coat and a cherry red flat? Yes. It may be tempting to keep the rest of your look muted—the contrast of animal print against an all-black look is always going to look striking—but adding a dash of color at the bottom is a great way to round it out.
Laminated Cotton Jacket
Axam Turtleneck
Treeca Pant
Ballet Flat
Small Stockholm
With Casual Layers
Leopard coats add a glamorous effect to every outfit. If you’re looking for a more casual look to wear on days off, you can’t go wrong with a relaxed cotton tee layered underneath a more polished V-neck sweater. Paired with straight leg jeans and a black heeled boot, it’s dressed up without feeling too dressy.
Elan Jacket
Margo T-Shirt
High V-Neck Sweater
Danielle Jean
Cleo Boot
With Your Favorite Jeans
A white T-shirt plus blue jeans: when it comes to basic outfit formulas that withstand fleeting trends, it doesn’t get more foolproof than that. However, familiar can quickly start to feel boring. A leopard coat, finished with a statement pendant necklace and a white ballerina, is a great way to keep your look from falling flat.
Rumi Coat
Crewneck T-Shirt
Marlowe Necklace
Dean Jean
Roma Flat
With Chocolate Brown
Earth tones—icy blue, amber, and the still-trending chocolate brown—pair especially well with prints inspired by nature. The latter further enhances the warmth of a leopard print while minimizing stark contrast. When styled with a matching satin mule and cool, silver jewelry, it creates the perfect look for a special occasion.
Velvet Pea Coat
Jett Turtleneck
Lavon Pant
Studio Kitten Heel
Calla Lily Earrings
With Another Bold Print
Mixing prints can feel daunting; the key is to lean into opposites. Leopard prints play extremely well with clean, striped lines. To keep the look grounded, finish with simple accessories like a sleek suede heel and a soft leather clutch.
Camilia Shirt
Striped Midi Skirt
Flynn Jacket
Cuff Clutch
Aperitif Mules
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