Is it me or was Dame Joanna Lumley’s heatwave ready look at Wimbledon the perfect proof that leopard print is ageless?

The famed actress wore loose leopard print trousers and a classic linen white shirt, and to me, the 79-year-old’s Wimbledon look was straight out of the easy breezy summer dressing playbook.

The actress skipped the cotton dresses, polka dot midis and lightweight suits we’re used to seeing and wore something more casual but oh-so-cool. And serves as a reminder that leopard print is always a good idea, whatever your age.

Wearing pull-on, loose fitting leopard trousers, Joanna’s looked to be linen, a gorgeously cool, lightweight fabric that was spot on for the soaring temperatures.

Dame Joanna Lumley at Wimbledon 2025

She wore the wide leg slacks with quite possibly summer’s most hardworking fashion item – a white linen shirt. Joanna layered the shirt over a white camisole, and added a pair of black slip on trainers for comfort.

It’s such an easy to replicate look that you could wear it anywhere this summer, not just to Centre Court. If you want to copy the Absolute Fabulous star, I’ve tracked down some pieces like Joanna’s so you can get the look.

How to recreate Joanna Lumley’s Wimbledon outfit

Leopard print trousers aren’t hard to find on the high street, but I’ve searched high and low for loose, wide leg trousers in leopard and have found a few pairs. The most perfect pair, in my opinion, are these Friends Like These Wide Leg Trousers at Next. Priced at £34 / $65, they’re selling fast as customers rush to snap up these flowy trousers. The drawstring waist is a draw too, as it’ll be comfy and not dig in during the heat.

Dame Joanna’s linen shirt is a timeless style, and I’d recommend sizing up one size to get a slightly looser look; that’s the key to Joanna’s style, keeping things slightly oversized rather than fitted. Boden’s Sienna Linen Shirt would be a bit of an investment at £75, but a piece you’ll pull out of your wardrobe

Aspiga run a similar shirt, also in linen for £85, and on the more affordable end, try the Crew Clothing Linen Blend Shirt, £35.40.

As for her trainers, it’s all about the black mesh sneaker. They look smart, they’re comfy and they’re breathable – what more could you want from a pair of shoes? I can’t match Joanna’s sneakers exactly, but the FitFlop SUPER-Q Knit Slip-On Laced Trainers, £80, look to be a close match.

This pair are slip on, and have a high stretch to hug the foot without restriction. The sole is said to be “super cushioned” and bouncy, and designed to give natural arch support.

Take note from Dame Joanna and treat leopard as a neutral. When paired with classic pieces, like a white shirt or even a tshirt, it’s as easy to wear as stripes or polka dots.