The Leopard Print Returns: Kendall Jenner and Rihanna Declare the Fierce Stripes to Dominate Fall 2026

The Leopard Print Returns: Kendall Jenner and Rihanna Declare the Fierce Stripes to Dominate Fall 2026

While leopard print has long held sway, 2026 promises an even bolder and more intense take. Kendall Jenner and Rihanna have settled the debate: the once controversial tiger stripe is now the epitome of contemporary luxury.

Kendall Jenner: Leopard Print with a Chanel Spirit

In a striking appearance on The Tonight Show, Kendall Jenner chose a shift dress from Chanel Métiers d’art by Mathieu Blasi.

Details: The dress featured intricate hand-stitched black and orange stripes with fringe trim.

Vision: Despite the boldness of the print, Kendall maintained her signature "Quiet Luxury" style, pairing the dress with classic Chanel "Selling Back" pumps and foregoing the matching bag from the official show. This proved that leopard print can be sophisticated and understated.

Rihanna: Aladdin-esque Rebellion

On the other hand, with her usual maximalist flair, Rihanna offered a completely different take on the trend. She rocked the streets of New York in a leopard-print jacquard wool coat from Alaïa, paired with pointed-toe calfskin boots in the same print.

Beauty: Rihanna completed the look with crimson lipstick and a casually pulled-back hairstyle, reviving the bold and rebellious spirit of the 80s and confirming that leopard print is the "new neutral" for those with the confidence to wear it.

From Runway to Street

These choices were no coincidence; Looking at the Spring 2026 collections of Gucci, Alaïa, and Chopo Lowena, we can see that leopard print has been preparing to make its runway debut for some time.

Vagon's vision: We are approaching an era where animal prints are becoming true neutrals. Whether you opt for Kendall's understated style or Rihanna's bold rebellion, leopard stripes are your next investment for a look that exudes power and dominance.