The Snow Leopard Trust realized early on, that without the help of those residing near the snow leopards, any attempts to save them would be in vain. Conservation programs are therefor designed not only to preserve snow leopards and their fragile habitat, but also to increase the quality of living for local citizens. In exchange the locals agree to help the SLT protect the wild cats from illegal killing and trade. The SLT offers a fun way for people to help their plight, you can adopt an adorable snow leopard cub for $50! "New Parents" receive an adoption certificate and a 5x7 glossy of their cub, as well as a year membership to the SLT!

Simple, but nowhere near plain by virtue of the bold print, DKNY's Leopard Print Haircalf Tote is a great choice for adding some flair to a casual outfit, like jeans and a sweater. The oversized bag measures 16-1/2"W x 12-1/4"H x 5-1/2"D, so it is actually large enough to be used as a work tote for files, etc. The body of the bag is haircalf with a textile lining, while the trim, handles and base are all smooth leather. Price: $395.

Beds, whether they are for pets or not, are not really seasonal items, though it is hard to resist the appeal of a sleigh bed in the winter, when the very name manages to make it sound more romantic. This pet-sized sleigh bed has a powder coated brown iron frame and plush, hand-sewn cushions. The cushions are done in a machine-washable leopard print fabric and have concealed zippers, which prevents any fur from accidentally getting caught in the zipper's teeth. The beds are made-to-order and are available in three sizes: 10-lbs, 25-lbs and 50-lbs. Prices range from $220 to $450, depending on size.

One of the hottest trends for fall is animal print and designers aren't shying away from making bold statements with the patterns. A perfect example is this Leopard-Print Satchel from Dolce & Gabbana. The large tote has a large, all-over hair-calf leopard print that is accentuated by the contrasting brown leather trim. The plainness of the solid colors actually makes the print "pop" out even more. Further accenting the bag are the gold chain insets on the shoulder strap and the leather tassels at either end of the bag. It has an open top with a slightly frayed edge, where designers may have been trying to add a touch of wildness to what is otherwise a very clean-lined bag. Price: $995.

Someone recently told me that leopard print is "ladylike" and never goes out of fashion. While I find that first point to be debatable, leopard print has a certain timeless appeal to it and it is definitely in style for this season. Prada's Leopard Platform Mary Janes are perhaps the ultimate application of leopard, mixing the conservative style of a classic Mary Jane shoe with a wild and slightly naughty animal-print calfskin. Of course, there is nothing conservative about these shoes, since they are stacked on a 4" heel. The shoes also feature gold leather trim and a golden buckle. Price: $695.