Sorry, Black Boots—Fashion People in London and Paris Are Wearing Pairs in This Trending Print This Winter

Slowly but surely, the days are getting drizzlier, darker and chillier, and I'm coming to terms with the fact that it's time to pack away some of my wardrobe favourites in favour of hard-working items that can withstand the brisk winter days.

Saddened to part with my favourite pair of ballet flats, this season, I'm swapping them out for the winter-worthy leopard-print boots trend. Adding the same playful energy to an outfit that my favourite printed flats used to, the leopard-print boots trend is the seasonal upgrade my wardrobe has been crying out for. Practical, cosy and outfit-enhancing, this growing boot trend can enliven a dark winter outfit in the effortless way that I'm looking for.

Whilst this boot trend is new for winter 2024, I'm not at all surprised to see it back in the mix. Skyrocketing in popularity over the past few months, the leopard-print fashion trend has dominated style scenes more than any other trend this year. Whether leopard-print jeans, heels, tops or bags, the timeless trend reached new levels of popularity this year after saturating runway shows in February and dominating stores throughout the year.

Already woven into the wardrobes of stylish city-dwellers in London and Paris, the new-season boot trend is destined to go far. A mainstay in a wide range of high-street and designer collections right now, the trend is officially slated as one of the season's most important buys.

Available in knee-high and ankle styles, the trend has been interpreted by plenty of brands this season. Zara has pairs in a selection of designs, whilst Toteme has perfected its leopard-print knee-high boots.

Read on to discover the trend and shop our edit of the best leopard-print boots to buy now.

SHOP OUR EDIT OF THE BEST LEOPARD-PRINT BOOTS:

Zara

Animal Print Leather Heel Boots

£149

Style with a miniskirt or an LBD.

Reformation

Remy Knee Boot in Leopard Haircalf

£498

These also come in five other colours.

River Island

Beige Suede Leopard Slouch High Heeled Boots

£120

The slouchy silhouette gives these a casual energy.

M&S Collection

Wide Fit Leopard Print Kitten Heel Ankle Boots

£59

Such a chic silhouette.

Mint Velvet

Animal Leopard Print Leather Textured Ankle Boots

£149

The kitten heel adds a little extra height without sacrificing comfort.

Stradivarius

Animal Print Ankle Boots

£36

These look more expensive than they are.

Toteme

The Wide Shaft Leopard-Print Calf Hair Knee Boots

£1410

These are cut wide on the calf for a comfortable fit.

Isabel Marant

Eana Leopard-Print Calf Hair Ankle Boots

£990

These also come in black and beige.

Zara

Animal Print Kitten Heel Ankle Boots

£36

These chic boots will add a playful wash of print in the easiest way.

Anonymous Copenhagen

Vully 50 Stiletto in Leopard Calf Suede Print

£230

These are already on their way to selling out.

New Look

Stone Leopard Print Knee High Boots

£60

The leopard-print trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.

Aquazzura

Montmartre 50 Leopard-Print Suede Ankle Boots

£775

These also come in a snake-print style.