Leopard print coat mid 40's - a bit Bet Lynch?

[MartinRohdesBellybuttonFluff]

I've been toying with the idea of buying a leopard print coat.

I don't live in a big place so have wild ideas on what to wear but end up being more conservative for fear of what others think! Really stupid, I know, but I'm a bit shy.

Anyway, what do you think of leopard coats or jackets? Will it look a bit Bet Lynch or Liz McDonald? If I wear my usual boots and skinny jeans would it look ok?

Thank you

[Whitney168]

I embrace my inner Bet Lynch proudly, love a bit of leopard print.

I am quite glad the Hush Leo coat is out of stock, I don't think I could have resisted ordering it just to see ...

[TheFallenMadonna]

I love leopard print. I only started wearing it after 40. I think when I was grown up enough not to give a toss.

[EdgarAllanPO]

I am triggered, triggered I tell you!
My mother frequently told me I looked like Bet Lynch because of my love of all things leopard print I toned it down a few years ago but my inner Bet is back and proud.
I have a beautiful mole skin (I think that's what it's called) grey leopard print coat that I wore last night. I adore it. I'm mid, OK nearly late 30s and blonde.
Op just do it.

[IJustLostTheGame]

Go for it.
Embrace your inner Jackie O

[BrioAmio]

My grandmother had one in her 70s, it was very classy, it was a decent quality coat and always worn with her usual smart trousers, blouse and jumper combo and she looked great, this was a good 20 odd years ago and she was such a glam nan (in a nice way, not in that she started trying go clubbing in mini-skirts), I think what you wear with it is the important factor.

[Lizzylou]

I have a grey leopard print coat, it instantly makes me feel glam.
I don't think I look like Bet Lynch, to hell with it if I do.

[MsHarry]

LOL! I am 46 and luuurrrve my leopard print coat. Have had it a few years , never wear it with other leopard print and it looks good imo. Always get compliments. I think Bet lynches trashy look had more to do with the skin tight look with fishnets and stilettos cocker!

[kjhh]

Anything you feel confident in wearing will look amazing on you no matter what age you are! Forget about hair colour, you could be bald and still look amazing in a leopard print coat!! It’s all about how confident you are when you wear it ;)

[MsHarry]

I also love my leopard print heels but again wouldn't wear the WITH the coast. they really dress up a plain black outfit.

[MsHarry]

WITH THE COAT!! Damn keyboard!

[ilovecherries]

I'm older than you and currently bitterly regretting all my years of appropriateness. I love my mum dearly but she is highly critical of what other women wear in terms of age and body shape and I think I internalised all that. I'd still love a bloody leopard coat. Go for it and enjoy it.

[MsHarry]

cherries get out there and buy one!

[PericardiumOne]

I am 43 and make sure every year I have one leopard print coat (no, I don't buy a new one every year). I also have leopard print shoes, dresses and a shirt. Can't help it, I love me some leopard

[StatueInTheSky]

oh I missed one on ebay today!

Off to have another look....see what you have done OP....see!!!

[Olddear]

I'm looking for a leopard print mac.....can't find one anywhere

[MartinRohdesBellybuttonFluff]

Well, it's done now! I've ordered a black/grey one (cool toned colouring here) so excitedly await it's arrival. I hope it's a keeper. Thank you for your words of wisdom

Funny thing is, I don't even like cats. I wonder what Freud would have to say about that

[cleanandtidy]

at how young Pat Butcher looked in that picture!

[ilovecherries]

Where did you get it, fluff?. I'd def need a cool toned one as well, but all the ones I've seen have been quite tanwy.

[Battytwatty]

I've bought one recently from matalan. It's biker style and I wear with black jeans and boots. I love it

[MrsMacNally]

I want one now too darn it

[Maudlinmaud]

No. You can't all get one. It's meant to be niche. Find something else

[imip]

I'm 46 and a brunette with long hair (often with grey roots!) and I have one like tellitlikeit. I always get compliments and it's really warm!

[Nomoretears56]

Hey my people, we are all strong women, leopard style, who gives a ff what anyone else thinks, wear the same coat, be fabulous, rock that look

[friendlyflicka]

The prime minister wears leopard skin...it's hardly daring.

I am a very conservative dresser of 50 and always have a leopard skin jacket on the go.

[serialtester]

Can anyone find me a grungy smooth pile one?! Am going mad trying to find one!