Get Your Hands On: The Switzerland of Prints

It’s the key motif of anyone pushing confidence and sex appeal, and while the leopard print has come and gone with taste, it’s finally established itself as a classic in the wardrobe, thanks to a rather nonchalant take on what has, historically, been a very va-va-voom fabric.

It’s this fabulous carefree style of the street-style generation that has transformed the outspoken uniform of cougars into something we never thought we’d see: a wardrobe staple, a neutral to tie outfits together. Easily paired with other textures, clashed with other prints, and carelessly thrown on to excite any basic jeans and tee ensemble.

So how do the it girls of the decade work it into their wardrobe? How do you wear it without looking like an off-brand reincarnation of the fabulous Fran Fine?

Firstly, try pairing with the ultimate cool girl staple - a graphic logo tee, preferably something with a bit of colour. Next, consider the unexpectedly reliable stripes and leopard combo: thin white and blue striped shirt with a leopard print skirt.

And finally: metallics. Would you have ever thought of a leopard print coat going with a silver shoe? Exactly! It's simple, fashion forward, and a refreshing surprise on a print that everyone thinks they already know.

Image Credits: The Zoe Report & The Oracle Fox