Leopard Print dates back centuries. With its origins in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Africa. Leopard skin was a symbol of wealth and power, and was often used in the adornment of clothing and accessories. In the Middle Ages, leopard print was associated with royalty and nobility and was worn as a sign of status and prestige.
In the 20th century, leopard print became popular in Western fashion, particularly during the 1940s and 1950s when it was embraced by Hollywood stars such as Marilyn Monroe, Bettie Page, and Jayne Mansfield. The print was seen as exotic. Christian Dior was the first designer to put leopard print on the catwalks in 1947.
Leopard print experienced a resurgence in the 1980s, thanks in part to the popularity of designers such as Gianni Versace, Betsey Johnson, and Dolce & Gabbana who incorporated the decadent, kitsch, and trashy print into their collections.
“If you are fair and sweet, don’t wear it,” - Christian Dior
Neiman Marcus Vintage Leopard Jacket, Yellow Gucci Collared Long-Sleeved Shirt, Prada Aviator Sunglasses, Khaite Black Dress, Vintage 1960s Handbag, The Row Red Pumps, Row Mink Bag
Sopranos - "Reparations" ( 1999) Starring Jerry Adler, Bokeem Woodbine, James Gandolfini & Michael Imperioli. Costume Design by Juliette Polska
Yellow Gucci Collared Long-Sleeved Shirt, Ben Amund Cross Earrings, Khaite Brown Blazer, Eugenia Kim Leopard Fedora, Prada Aviator Sunglasses, Row Mink Bag, Giovanti Rossi Leaopard Boots.
The Departed (2006) Directed by Martin Scorsese. Starring Jack Nicholson. Costume Design by Sandy Powell.
Zara Home Leaopard Robe, D&G Slipper, Bally Mocasins, Oas Leaopard Robe
The Departed (2006) Directed by Martin Scorsese. Starring Jack Nicholson. Costume Design by Sandy Powell.
Raging Bull, 1980. Directed by Martin Scorsese. Starring Robert De Niro. Costume Design by Richard Bruno
Neiman Marcus Vintage Leopard Jacket, Tombolo Silk Black and White Blouse, Nike Cortez, Mansur Gavriel Zebra Ba, Lou Lou Studios Black Jeans, Celine Black and White Sunglasses, Jil Sander Top Handle Bag, Jill Sander Zebra Bag, Lele Sadoughi
Party Girl (1995) Directed by Daisy von Scherler Mayer. Starring Parker Posey. Costume Design by Michael Clancy
Red Bottega Gloves, 16 Arlington Red Sequin Skirt, Stand Studio Leopard Jacket, Flore Flore Red T-shirt, Gaultier Sunglasses, Black Bally Tote.
Party Girl (1995) Directed by Daisy von Scherler Mayer. Starring Parker Posey. Costume Design by Michael Clancy
When we Were Kings, President Mobutu Sese Seko(1930-1997). Documentary
Whales Bonner Tank, Ganni Leaopard Jeans, Lurex Yellow Socks, Miu Miu Sunglasses, Aloha Yellow Sneakers
Zimmerman Leopard Trousers, Jia Jia Green Necklace, Green Bode Knitted Top, Gigi Burris Leopard Hat, Bottega Green Sunglasses, Prada Leopard Loafers, vReformation Green Suede Bag
Ghost World (2001) Directed by Terry Zwigoff starring Thora Birch, Scarlett Johanson & Steve Buscemi. Costume Design by Mary Zophres
Cos Black Shirt, Khaite Black Suede Bag, Alaïa Leopard Skirt, Khaite Studded belt, Evil Eye Earrings, Red Sheer Socks, Y’s Black Sneakers.
Talented Mr Ripley (1999) Directed by Anthony Minghella. Starring Matt Damon, Jude Law & Gwyneth Paltrow. Costume Design by Anne Roth.
The Row Black Dress, Michael Kors Leopard Jacket, Black Fur Trimmed Gloves, Ferragamo Pumps
Talented Mr Ripley (1999) Directed by Anthony Minghella. Starring Matt Damon, Jude Law & Gwyneth Paltrow. Costume Design by Anne Roth.
Oscar De La Renta Leopard Skirt, Khaite Black Dress, Alaïa Leopard Turtle Neck, The Row Black Pump
Some Like It Hot (1959) Directed by Billy Wilder Starring Tony Curtis, Jack Lemmon & Marilyn Monroe. Costume Design by Orry-Kelly.
Blue Marine Cardigan, St. Agni Leather Skirt, Leopard Flats, 1990’s Dolce Bag
Bell, book, and Candle (1958) Directed by Richard Quine Starring James Stewart & Kim Novak. Costume Design by Jean Louis.
Khaite Furry Pumps, Valere Earrings, Marni Leopard Bag, Vintage Gucci Turban, Wolford Red Tights, Dolce & Gabanna Skirt, Cos Red Turtle Neck, Ben- Ammun Gold Earrings, Black Sunglasses, Saint Laurent Heels
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) Directed by Howard Hawks. Starring Marlyn Monroe & Jane Russell. Costume Design by William Travilla
Vintage 1960’s Leopard Coat, Jimmy Choo White Kitten Heels, 16 Arlinton Brown Embossed Skirt, The Row Red Pumps, Prada Black Ribbon Dress, Totem Black Blazer, Alexander McQueen Leopard Skirt.
Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1953) Directed by Howard Hawks. Starring Marlyn Monroe & Jane Russell. Costume Design by William Travilla
Sunset Boulevard (1950) Directed by Billy Wilder. Starring William Holden & Gloria Swanson. Costume Design by Edith Head
Dolce Leopard Swim Suit, Stylest Sculpted Leopard Swim Suit, Mango Leopard Blouse, Gigi Burris Straw Hat, Max Mara Leopard Pants, Vintage YSL Earrings, Dezso Black Enamel Pendant, Castaner Platform Espadrilles.
Funny Girl (1968) Directed William Wyler. Starring Barbra Streisand. Costume Design by Irene Sharaff
Vintage Leopard Norma Kamali Hat, Dorsey Baguette Earrings, Dorsey emerald drop earrings, Vintage Dries Van Noten Fur Handle Bag, Stella McCartney Fur Coat, Unreal Leopard Jacket
The Graduate (1967) Directed by Mike Nichols. Starring Anne Bancroft & Dustin Hoffman. Costume Design by Patricia Zipprodt.
Les Lunnettes Leopard Sunglasses, Apparis Leopard Coat, Mango Leopard Jacket, Wales Bonner striped crochet-trimmed jersey straight-leg track pants, Vintage 1960s Handbag, Scarosso Leopard Mary Janes, Emilia Wickstead Red Skirt, Apparis Leopard Coat, Totem Calf Hair Slip-Ons.
The Graduate (1967) Directed by Mike Nichols. Starring Anne Bancroft & Dustin Hoffman. Costume Design by Patricia Zipprodt.
Dezso Lapis Pendant, Franie B Necklace, Saint Laurent Printed Shirt, Prada Velvet Jacquard Bag, Christian Dior Sapphire Earrings, Christian Dior Vintage Earrings, Ox Blood Leather Skirt, Vivinne Westwood Leaopard Dress.
To Die For (1995) Directed by Gus Van Sant. Starring Nicole Kidman. Costume Design by Beatrix Aruna Pasztor.
Oscar De La Renta Leopard Midi Dress, Khaite Leather Blazers.
Restless (2011) Directed by Gus Van Sant. Starring Mia Wasikowska. Costume Design by Danny Glicker.
Stand Studio Leopard Jacket, Jimmy Choo Kitten Heel, 16Arlington Green Sequin Dress, Red Beaded Necklace, Valere Earrings, Gucci Red Sunglasses , Salomon Green Sneakers
Stand Studio Leopard Jacket, Bode Blue Linen Shirt, Miu Miu Suede Loafers, Blue Beaded Necklace, Red Lace Socks, Vintage Chanel Blue Furry Bag, Nautilus Earrings
Adidas Wales Bonner Track Pants , Leopard Cotton T-shirt, Wales Bonner Samba sneakers, Wales Bonner embroidered striped recycled tech-jersey track jacket
Restless (2011) Directed by Gus Van Sant. Starring Mia Wasikowska. Costume Design by Danny Glicker.
Le Samouraï (1967) Directed by Jean-Pierre Melville. Costume Design by Henri Decaë
Red Dries Sweater, Miu Miu Suede Motot Boots, Dries Van Noten Brown Silk Skirt, Osar De La Renta Leopard Silk Blend Top, Le Specs Tortoiseshell Sunglasses, Oxblood Leather Jacket, Jia Jia Rubt and Pearl Necklace
Erin Brockovich (2000) Directed by Steven Soderbergh. Starring Julia Roberts. Costume Design by Jeffrey Kurland
Ganni Leopard Dress, D&G Canvas Trench, Alexandre Vauthier Leopard-print knee-high velvet boots
Tommy (1975). Director by Ken Russell. Costume Design by Victoria Russell
DOLCE&GABBANA Leopard-print bikini bottoms, Vintage Yellow Changel Bag, Saint Laurent Gold Bracelet,Blue Topaz 18 Karat Earrings, Carven Yellow Satin Jacket, Leopard Turtle Neck, Black Leather Skirt.
Tommy (1975) Director by Ken Russell. Costume Design by Victoria Russell
House Party 2 (1991) Directed by George Jackson Queen Latifah & Iman. Costumes by Ruth E. Carter
Az Factory Sequin Leopard Top, Rabanne Pink Bag, Dries Van Noten Crepe Sequin Pants, D&G Pink Cat Eye Sunglasses, Toteme Leopard Print Boots, Bally Mini Leather Skirt, Prada Silk Turban.
House Party 2 (1991) Directed by George Jackson Queen Latifah & Iman. Costumes by Ruth E. Carter
Dunst Brown Jeans, Margiela Fur Shirt, Deiji Studios Brown Ribbed Tank, Ancient Greek Black Sandals
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I love your sub stack! Finally 2 movies that I worked on: Restless and House Party 2(!). Thanks for doing this Mirren. I'm always happy when it arrives in my inbox. xo Jane