 By Andrea McVeigh
Move over Bet Lynch - our new leopard print icon is Kelly Osbourne not Corrie's iconic busty barmaid.
Ever since we spied Kelly - who is looking hotter and more fashion-forward then ever these days - on the red carpet in a full-length leopard print maxi dress we've been keen to get our paws on some outfits and accessories of our own.
But there are some rules to keep in mind before unleashing your inner catwoman.
The secret to wearing animal print is to keep everything else simple - let the print speak for itself and keep accessories to a minimum.
Because the print has certain connotations - just think of Lily Savage and shudder - tone down anything overtly sexy and go for a modest, sophisticated feline take on the look.
Make sure the cut and style is good, and turn the trad big cat look on its head by making it classy, not tarty.
Like Kelly O, wear your leopard print dress long, but avoid a plunging neckline - busty gals might want to avoid a head-to-toe look altogether and stick to accessories.
Match your look to your personality - if you're not usually an OTT dresser, stick to a glimpse of leopard print in the lining of a handbag or a pair of gloves, or finish off a LBD with leopard print kitten heels.
We love it when the print is matched with a vintage vibe, so knee-high boots, a furry A-line coat or a pair of elbow-length gloves all get our roar of approval.
Pictured left: Faux fur leopard print swing coat from A Wear £60
Click on the gallery below to check out 10 of the best leopard print items.
Bargain alert - Linea knee-length dress, was £90, now £27 from eBay Fashion Outlet.
Accessorize - Leopard print Beret £17
Warehouse - Jumper £35, Trousers £45, Belt £25, Bag £45.
Accessorize clutch £28.
New Look - Leopard print coat £45 Black corset belt £8
River Island Lucky Leopard Heel £64.99
Lipsy, faux fur coat, £99, from Harrison boutique, Belfast.
Schuh Cherie Leopard Ballet Pump £19.99
Marks & Spencer - Leopard Print and Red Lace Detail Bra and Brief Set Bra £12 Brief £6.
Accessorize - Leopard Luxe Watch £32.
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