The Irish Mail on Sunday

IT’S A JUNGLE OUT THERE

Leopard print is a perennial favourite on the catwalks and in our wardrobes and this summer any and all animal print is in

- COMPILED BY Corina Gaffey

Lions, tigers, zebras, oh my! This season animal prints aplenty roared the runways. Leopard was the print of choice for many designers including Roberto Cavalli, and Burberry proved the big cat print is back – but did it go anywhere?

Considered a neutral by many a fashion maven thanks to its versatilit­y and ease of wear, leopard print has never really left the runways or our wardrobes.

For decades, the animal pattern has been a wardrobe staple adorned and worn by everyone from Jackie Kennedy to Alexa Chung. Even in 2022, the love affair with leopard certainly isn’t waning, with designers infusing colourful versions for the summer season, but for the most longevity, it’s best to stick to the classic leopard print.

Instead, add colour with other pieces. Leopard print easily pairs with fiery shades of red, zesty oranges and pretty pinks. When it comes to patterns, the fashion set wasn’t wrong when they said leopard is neutral, as the wild print goes with everything – even other prints. Watch it pair perfectly with florals, polka dots and stripes.

But it’s not just leopards stalking the runways, the whole safari was on display, including tiger and zebra, and because of their pared-back colourway, they are just as versatile as leopard print.

 ?? ?? A model walks the runway during the Roberto Cavalli spring summer 2022 show
A model walks the runway during the Roberto Cavalli spring summer 2022 show
 ?? ?? Victoria Scheu (right) wears a zebra Zara dress and a beige trench vest from Weekend Max Mara
Victoria Scheu (right) wears a zebra Zara dress and a beige trench vest from Weekend Max Mara
 ?? ?? Zebra print trousers, €40, Michelle Keegan, Littlewood­s Ireland
Zebra print trousers, €40, Michelle Keegan, Littlewood­s Ireland
 ?? ?? Zebra print shirt, €89, Cos
Zebra print shirt, €89, Cos
 ?? ?? Zebra print shorts, €69, Cos
Leopard print bag, €39.90, Accessoriz­e
Zebra print shorts, €69, Cos Leopard print bag, €39.90, Accessoriz­e
 ?? ?? Boots, €147, River Island
Boots, €147, River Island
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 ?? ?? Alba Garavito Torre wears a zebra print pattern dress from Nocturne and a yellow bag
Alba Garavito Torre wears a zebra print pattern dress from Nocturne and a yellow bag
 ?? ?? Jeanne Damas wears a grey blazer and a beige and brown leopard print pattern shirt
Jeanne Damas wears a grey blazer and a beige and brown leopard print pattern shirt
 ?? ?? Alice Abdel Aziz wears a khaki and beige snake print jumpsuit
Alice Abdel Aziz wears a khaki and beige snake print jumpsuit
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 ?? ?? Leopard print heel, €49.99, Zara
Leopard print heel, €49.99, Zara
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 ?? ?? A model walks the runway during the Roberto Cavalli spring/summer 2022 show
A model walks the runway during the Roberto Cavalli spring/summer 2022 show
 ?? ?? Alina Baikova is seen wearing a leopard print suit at Paris Fashion Week
Alina Baikova is seen wearing a leopard print suit at Paris Fashion Week
 ?? ?? Animal print shirt, €59.95, Massimo Dutti
Animal print shirt, €59.95, Massimo Dutti
 ?? ?? Leopard print sandal, €45, Yours Clothing, Littlewood­s Ireland
Leopard print sandal, €45, Yours Clothing, Littlewood­s Ireland
 ?? ?? Snake print jumpsuit, €79.99, Mango
Snake print jumpsuit, €79.99, Mango
 ?? ?? Zebra print shoe, €152, Jigsaw
Zebra print shoe, €152, Jigsaw
 ?? ?? Mix print dress, €50, River Island
Mix print dress, €50, River Island
 ?? ?? Tiger print trousers, €39.99, Zara
Tiger print trousers, €39.99, Zara
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