Embracing Your Wild Side: Leopard Print for the Win

Has leopard print made a comeback in the current fashion season for 2024? The answer is yes, and I am not mad about it. A fierce yet feminine trend, leopard print is marking its territory in the world of fashion. This season, leopard print is continuing to captivate the hearts of fashion enthusiasts around the world. Dare I say for this to be a new trend, considering this style has been a staple in my closet for a while now. To see this iconic pattern igniting the runways once again is inspiring, as we are adding a more creative approach to our wardrobes, rather than restricting ourselves to minimalism.

Leopard print has such a rich history, evoking images of power, confidence, and for lack of better words; untamed beauty. Seen as a woman’s secret weapon, pairing this print with a red lip, purposefully brings out the essence of the pattern. Due to the ‘New Look’ movement in the thirties, designers like Christian Dior embraced this print, emphasizing this look to be for confident women who are not afraid to own what they wear. Dior is even quoted to have said: 

“To wear leopard print you must have a kind of femininity which is a little bit sophisticated. If you are fair and sweet, don’t wear it,” Christian Dior, The Little Dictionary of Fashion.

Once styled as decorated corsets, lingerie, and dresses in the forties, to fur coats in the fifties, designers have embraced leopard print with a fresh perspective in 2024. Reinventing this age-old trend in exciting ways. From jeans and shoes to flowing dresses, leopard print is seen everywhere, bringing sensuality to various silhouettes. Whether you opt for a head-to-toe ensemble or add a touch of leopard through accessories, this style allows you to make a keen style statement. 

The beauty of leopard print lies in its versatility. No longer confined to monochromatic color palettes, designers have experimented with vibrant hues, such as electric blue and fiery red, infusing a modern twist into this timeless pattern. Transitioning from day to night, leopard print allows you to rock it effortlessly on any occasion.

Written by: Olivia Ogle