Contents
- 1 J.Crew Chain-Strap Bag
- 2 Coach 20 Tabby Shoulder Bag
- 3 10 Leopard Print Accessories
- 4 Tory Burch Mini Eleanor Satchel
- 5 Zara Animal Print Leather Tote Bag
- 6 Dolce Vita Notice Stitch Sneakers
- 7 Gap Leopard Belt
- 8 Kate Spade Grace Suede Small Top-Handle Bag
- 9 Franco Sarto Edith Loafers
- 10 Mango Genuine Calf Hair Shoulder Bag
- 11 J.Crew Teagan Mary Jane Heels
Her low-key approach to leopard print is worth copying.
Subtlety went out the window this year. Between dopamine dressing and the rise of outlandish silhouettes, it’s clear that we’re in a phase of maximalism. But there’s one bold trend that you can actually do subtly, and Bella Hadid just gave a masterclass in it.
Animal print, leopard in particular, was one of the biggest trends to come out of 2024, and it shows no sign of stopping in 2025. And while you can of course go all-in like Jennifer Lopez and Eva Mendes did, there is a low-key way to approach it. As Hadid proved, you really just need a small pop of the print to make a classic outfit a little cooler.
The model, who was spotted in New York City wearing an all-black ensemble, understood that the key to making this monochromatic look not-so-basic was a statement piece, so she added a leopard print shoulder bag.
J.Crew Chain-Strap Bag
$168 at J. Crew
Coach 20 Tabby Shoulder Bag
$395 at Coach.com
It was a small addition with a big impact, instantly making her entire look more interesting. And not only is her hack easier to pull off than a head-to-toe leopard look, but you can work it into your existing wardrobe with minimal effort. Below, shop 10 leopard print accessories, including bags, belts, and shoes, starting at $29.
10 Leopard Print Accessories
- Gap Leopard Belt, $29 (Originally $60); gap.com
- Zara Animal Print Leather Tote Bag, $60 (Originally $299); zara.com
- Franco Sarto Edith Loafers, $89–$122 (Originally $130); amazon.com
- Dolce Vita Notice Stitch Sneakers, $150; anthropologie.com
- J.Crew Chain-Strap Bag, $168; jcrew.com
- Mango Genuine Calf Hair Shoulder Bag, $200; nordstrom.com
- J.Crew Teagan Mary Jane Heels, $218; jcrew.com
- Kate Spade Grace Suede Small Top-Handle Bag, $340 (Originally $378); katespade.com
- Coach 20 Tabby Shoulder Bag, $395; coach.com
- Tory Burch Mini Eleanor Satchel, $648; toryburch.com
Tory Burch Mini Eleanor Satchel
$648 at Toryburch.com
Tory Burch’s Eleanor satchel might not be the most budget-friendly take on this trend, but it is my personal favorite. This bag is luxurious; it’s made from calf hair with a printed leopard design and features suede paneling, leather straps, and the chicest gold closure. As a handbag, it’s the perfect pop of color for a chic night-out look, but if you add the included crossbody strap, it transforms into an elevated everyday style.
Zara Animal Print Leather Tote Bag
$299 $60 at Zara.com
For a high-quality bag that’s considerably more affordable, you’ll want to snag Zara’s steeply-discounted calf-hair tote before it sells out. This oversized bag would make the perfect work tote, and its more neutral-colored print—leaning on darker browns rather than ones with yellow tones—makes it easy to style.
Dolce Vita Notice Stitch Sneakers
$150 at Anthropologie
While Hadid brought the trending print to her all-black look with a bag, leopard-print shoes are another great option. These Dolce Vita sneakers are the perfect way to (comfortably) add excitement to a pair of classic jeans or wide-leg black trousers.
Gap Leopard Belt
$60 $29 at Gap.com
A belt might be the most low-key way to work with this trend. So if you’re not 100-percent sure that animal print is for you, I’d recommend Gap’s on-sale leather belt. Because this is such a small strip of the print, it won’t feel overwhelming, but it will still subtly elevate wardrobe basics like jeans and an easy white tee.
Animal print can be a lot, but as Hadid showed, it can also be a simple outfit-elevator; it’s all about how you use it. For a low-key, Hadid-inspired use of the trend, you can shop more leopard print accessories, below.
Kate Spade Grace Suede Small Top-Handle Bag
$378 $340 at Katespade.com
Franco Sarto Edith Loafers
$130 $89 at Amazon
Mango Genuine Calf Hair Shoulder Bag
$200 at Nordstrom
J.Crew Teagan Mary Jane Heels
$218 at J. Crew