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ISSUE: December 2007
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Fashion has finally gone to the dogs…and it’s doggone cute. Your four-legged family member can look formal or casual, traditional or trendy, fun or funky no matter what the season in the latest eye-catching designs.
Not sure how Gus will react to being transformed into the latest supermodel? Then start with a stylish bandana or collar cover. You can tie a traditional bandana around your pooch’s neck or try the latest innovation in bandanas that slip onto your pet’s collar—much like a curtain slips onto a curtain rod. The advantage: you’ll never lose another bandana.
Collar covers also provide a simple, fashionable alternative. You can find them in flat or scrunchy (for that gathered look) versions. Both fit over your pet’s collar, so they stay secure while making a subtle fashion statement.
Take your pet’s look a bit further by opting for a sweater, jacket, tank, T-shirt, vest, polo shirt, or dress. With selections from simple to frilly, you’re sure to find just the right style to suit Rufus, Jessie, Emma, and Princess.
For that complete catwalk-ready look, add accessories such as coordinating hats, hair clips, sun visors, bejeweled footwear, or hiking boots. Pet apparel can be more than a fashion statement; it can actually protect your pet from snow, rain, or hot pavement. And today’s options are easy to wear and care for.
Designers are getting into the canine couture arena with everything from packs that do double duty as a backpack and harness to wedding fashions. Imagine your beloved pet strolling down the aisle at your wedding wearing an official ring bearer suit or wedding gown. She’ll have everyone eating out of the palm of her hand, uh, paw.
For the truly pampered pet, go all out with a bathrobe, rain slicker, swimsuit, or pajamas. Have a rugged outdoor type? How about a faux leather bomber jacket and “doggles” or biker gear?
There’s no end to the pet wardrobe options, so go ahead, pamper your furry baby from head to tail.