8 Ways to Wear Leopard, According to Julia Restoin Roitfeld

By Avery Matera
Getty | Christian Vierig
Getty | Christian Vierig

We consider leopard print a neutral. While it might be one of the wilder of the prints in classic circulation (pun intended), it just as easily pairs with stripes and florals as it does blacks and whites. And, while I might be constantly trying to find new ways to mix my brown and black animal print into each and every look I style, 365 days a year, no one does it quite like Julia Restoin Roitfeld. Whether it's a beach coverup or a Winter coat, Roitfeld knows that no look is complete without at least a little bit of leopard. And I couldn't agree more. Ahead, find my favorite leopard styles from the one and only brunette beauty and how I'm shopping the looks in my very own wardrobe.

The Scarf

Add a little something extra to your Fall look with a classic printed leopard scarf.

The Scarf
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The Scarf

Mango Leopard Scarf ($20).

Barbour Acorn Wax Jacket ($350).

& Other Stories Toile Plissé Mini Turtleneck Dress ($119).

Dr. Martens 1460 Boot ($140).

The Colored Sweater

Amp up your leopard look with a bright red toned sweater for breezy days.

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The Colored Sweater

Shirtaporter Leopard Print Sweater ($237).

3x1 W3 Cropped Frayed High-Rise Straight-Leg Jeans ($74).

Gola Classics Tennis Mark Cox Trainer ($65).

The Row Park Small Linen Tote ($990).

The Party Skirt

For events, try a silk leopard skirt and black knit, paired with heels and a structured clutch.

The Party Skirt
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The Party Skirt

Zara Animal Print Pleated Skirt ($50).

Proenza Schouler Cashmere Puff Sleeve Sweater ($651).

Malone Souliers Maureen Double Band Mule ($595).

Gucci Broadway Crystal-Embellished Satin Clutch ($2,390).

The Furry Coat

Cozy up this Winter with a fuzzy oversize leopard coat to keep you warm and make a statement all at the same time.

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The Furry Coat

Stand Camille Leopard-Print Faux Fur Coat ($384).

Boyish Jeans The Tommy High Waist Crop Straight Leg Jeans ($168).

Wolford Berlin Stretch-Jersey Bodysuit ($240).

Miu Miu Black Patent Ballerina Flats ($720).

The Blouse

Mix up your prints by styling a leopard blouse with a striped or plaid blazer this Fall.

The Blouse
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The Blouse

Equipment Leopard Print Fitted Blouse ($270).

Ganni Double Breasted Plaid Suiting Blazer ($360).

Topshop Washed Black Jamie Jeans ($70).

Staud Bissett Bag ($395).

The Casual Skirt

Go for a high-low look for day or night with a graphic tee and high-waisted leopard skirt, all year round.

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The Casual Skirt

Johanna Ortiz Cynical Attitude Leopard-Jacquard Wrap Skirt ($1,350).

Madeworn Blondie Distressed Printed Cotton-Jersey T-Shirt ($160).

Celine Bicolour Accordeon Card Holder in Grained Calfskin ($490).

Manolo Blahnik BB Pointy Toe Pump ($625).

The Beach Cover-Up

Take your leopard look to the beach with an oversize silk leopard top thrown over a one-piece black bathing suit.

The Beach Cover-Up
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The Beach Cover-Up

We Are Leone Eric Shirt ($385).

J.Crew Wide-Strap One-Piece Swimsuit ($89).

La Ligne Au Naturel Tote ($195).

Ancient Greek Sandals Desmos Slides ($245).

The Trench

The Trench

For transitional weather, opt for a trench covered in an understated leopard pattern, keeping the look ladylike with a pencil skirt made of a contrasting patent material.

The Trench
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The Trench

Victoria Beckham Flats Tee ($110).

Nº21 Patent Pencil Skirt ($465).

R13 Leopard Raglan Trench Coat ($695).

Schutz Monaliza Point Toe Pumps ($180).