Leopard is no longer as wild a design as it once was, now widely accepted as part of the fabric of a classic interior design scheme.
New variations that play on color and scale breathe new life into living rooms, bathrooms and more. Peep some stand-out interior items to inspire you to try the trend.
Locke Rug (price upon request)
Part of Patterson Flynn’s broadloom collection, the Locke rug is a stylish way to bring personality to wall-to-wall carpet. Available in vibrant colors such as lilac, margarita and fog, it’s a creative way to brighten up everywhere from a closet to a nursery. Use it for standard size or custom rugs, or go all out with wall-to-wall carpeting. Check it out in person at the Patterson Flynn showroom at the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center.
Patterson Flynn
404.842.0400
pattersonflynn.com
@pattersonflynn1943
Cole & Son for Lee Jofa Leopard Walk Fabric (price upon request)
This striking wallpaper is part of Cole & Son’s Ardmore collection that celebrates African traditions and culture through 40-year-old South African artisan brand Ardmore. It features a repeating leopard walking print by artist Punch Shabalala that’s perfect for a powder room or closet. Decide between five different styles at the Kravet showroom at the Atlanta Decorative Arts Center.
Kravet
404.812.6995
kravet.com
@kravetinc
Fresno Ottoman ($1,400)
Leopard comes to life in the Leonie Pacific fabric on this ottoman from Arhaus. Low with rounded corners, the 24-by-21- by-17-inch footstool is crafted in North Carolina by upholstery artisans. The browns and blues in the pattern will pop against a complementary or contrasting decor scheme.
Arhaus
404.869.0003
arhaus.com
@arhaus
Lynx Lampshade ($99)
Ballard Designs designers found an antique wild cat fabric and used it as inspiration for an updated and stylish lampshade. The Lynx Lampshade is mushroom pleated and available in three sizes. It is handmade in a cotton blend fabric and comes in trendy colors pear and teal. The lampshade feels at home in a little girl’s room, a guest room or a preppy-chic living area.
Ballard Designs
404.603.7033
ballarddesigns.com
@ballarddesigns
Matouk Iconic Leopard Guest Towels ($124)
Bring personality into a guest bathroom via Matouk’s Iconic Leopard Guest Towels. They come as a set of two and are available in colors like green, crimson, cinder and sky. The Schumacher print, first introduced in the 1970s, is on imported Portuguese linen and made in the U.S. While lovely to have in your own home, they make an excellent gift, especially since they come in an elegant Matouk gift box.
Gramercy Home
404.846.9244
shopgramercy.com
@gramercyhome
