Meow, Michael Kors: Animal Print Done Right
Not that I am super into leopard print or anything like that, but I do always like to check out what kind of designs are getting made out of the stuff to see whether I approve or not. Most of the time, I don’t. Leopard print is just one of those tough things that gets played out, or over done really quickly. And sometimes, I’ll even look at some cheap top made out of leopard and just sigh a sigh of, “oh no…if only this would’ve been done in another pattern…” But now I’m just starting to sound like a snob. I had some leopard pieces–several actually–because during my time at Betsey Johnson, it’s all I would ever seem to see gracing the racks. I’ve sold it all since and don’t really have any regrets about it, only because I have so many other clothes to replace it with and it was something that I had really loved at the time, but eventually outgrew. I know we all have those pieces–time to part with them you guys! Say farewell and re-sell or pass on down. Here’s a compromise, by getting rid of items like that (animal print pieces included!) you are only making room for newer, better things, or you can go out and find a more modern version of an animal print piece, and trust me, there’s a lot to choose from. One of them includes this new MICHAEL Michael Kors ‘Ocelot’ Pencil Skirt: $99.50
A leopard print pencil skirt combines a bit of retro with rockabilly, yet seems refined and modern because it’s a simple cut that can be made office appropriate very easily. If you want to get “Cry-Baby” and wear this skirt with red lipstick, pumps and a pompadour–go for it.
But I would suggest pairing it with black or gold toned ballet flats and a simple crew neck tee in a solid color, a cardigan would be cute, but a cropped blazer would be better. I would wear this skirt with open toe brown strappy sandals until the weather changes, a cropped blazer, and some long gold earrings. Maybe hair back in a bun and nude lips. The trick with animal print is not to go overboard, but to compliment it with neutral shades that keep you looking chic, not oversexed and flashy. Also, pay close attention to the fabrics being used with animal print, try to go with something durable that won’t fade if you put it into the dryer.
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I have a confession. I do not own a plain black pencil skirt, a definite cardinal sin to all you fashion mavens out there. This is because a black pencil skirt is an essential must-have for any gal’s wardrobe. It’s easy, classic, and sexy.