Flirting with Leopards

Leopard has added a feisty little touch to a woman's wardrobe since it's eccentric popularity rose in the late 1920s and early 1930s. Glamorous movie mavens like Carol Lombard, were quite happy to indulge in this exotic pattern.

I think that in order to wear leopard in a successful style, it must be done very carefully. Too much of it, all over the place, all at one time, can lead to a leopard fashion disaster.

The rule of thumb I apply to myself when wearing leopard; is to tastefully apply small touches of it to a solid color {image one}. Or if I'm going to wear a full garment in a leopard print, such as a blouse or coat . I make sure the rest of my outfit pieces are not leopard {image two}, again balancing it in with solid colors. That way I don't scream overkill on the leopard. I personally love this print and feel sassy-chic every time I have it on!

 

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1950s leopard fur hat: razzle dazzle vintage 

faux leopard fur leather gloves: target

faux leopard fur booties: dillard's

 

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1930s style leopard neck tie blouse: target

vintage 1930s brown wool skirt: thrifted

cream beret: thrifted

gray spectator oxford's: gianni bini

xo~Syd