We have been using them interchangeably when, in reality, cheetah and leopard print are not only not the same but look quite different!
The two are often confused but to be a true diva, you musts be knowledgeable so let's note the differences (and similarities) so you can go forth and conquer stylishly.
![cheetah print, cheetahs, fashion prints](http://blueprint4styl.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/cheetah-print-e1369496272136.jpg)
{cheetahs! thus cheetah print}
Cheetah print: the cheetah has solid black spots, more uniform and evenly spread.
![leopard print, fashion prints](http://blueprint4styl.wpengine.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/leopard-print-e1369496349448.jpg)
{fashion's most common print, leopard}
Leopard print: the leopard has a rosette pattern with a dark ring and a lighter center, intermingled with smaller, solid spots. It's arguably the most common animal print in terms of fashion.