Since the beginning of time, humans have used animal skin to protect ourselves from cold. The hair and leather of hunting specimens have historically been used as insulation to protect us from the most intense winters. With the development of other materials and techniques to preserve heat, the use of the skin went from being imperative to being more associated with the sumptuousness and exoticism of the animal from which it has been taken. A status symbol, in short.
Wearing animal print has been a fantasy for fashionistas. Although organizations such as Peta continue to speak their piece on the matter. The truth is that while some continue to use real animals, others take advantage of faux fur that reproduces the original patterns of wildlife animals.
Keep scrolling to see the numerous ways to style a leopard print coat for the winter.
© Getty ImagesFresh princess
Designer Alexander Wang showed off fur coats when stylizing this cheetah print trend with shorts and sneakers. The well-known fashion guru recreated a hip-hop reference by combining urban elements with the most opulent items. This embodies the true meaning of street style.
© Getty ImagesWild cat
This sexy Versace moment is everything. Showing off the short coat, the brand paired the furry coat with a loose silhouette and wide contrasting lapels in black leather.
© Getty ImagesRock star attitude
While walking the Celine runway Hedi Slimane rocked this opulent long-haired goat cashmere coat with leopard spots. Talk about a rockstar!
© AsosA second skin
This coat emulates the feline texture, it may just feel like a second skin. Cover yourself in its long silhouette outwear and get ready to start moving across the concrete jungle. ($67.50) asos.com
© Getty ImagesWide drama
Marc Jacobs is known for bringing a dramatic moment to life. This outerwear number is perfect for anyone looking for an alpaca cape with wide silhouette.
© Getty ImagesHyper feminine
The Italian brand Bottega Veneta’s 2019/2020 autumn-winter collection featured a sexy dress-like coat that embodied a femme fatale style.
© H&MLeopard queen
If you enjoy being the center of attention, this long-haired coat that mimics the leopard skin from H&M for $129. Its an interesting alternative but will surely turn heads. Use the belt to enhance your silhouette.
© RevolveMysterious feline
The Docile Coat by On Parle De Vous coat frames the body in a simple-lined. With an inverted flap, this coat with a leopard motif turns into the focal point of any outfit. $181, revolve.com
© Getty ImagesThe perfect balance
Tod's trend explores the delicate balance between simplicity and the sufficient amount of details to turn this coat into a statement piece.You'll be the IT girl with this must-have winter wear.
