Category: Fashion
Pink hippo dog Halloween costume
Red Alert! Red Alert! Red Alert! Er, wait, maybe that should be Orange Alert!? Or even...Pink Alert! Pink Alert! Okay, that settled, we just couldn't wait until the leaves started changing colors to bring you this super sneak peak of the PINK Hippo Halloween Costume! Coming soon from Puppelove, fine purveyors of clothing and accesories (and, we think, the cutest Halloween costumes like ever), this hippo costume is so adorable we can't wait. We love the smushiness, the charming details, the pink, the light blue details, everything about it. And you saw it here first!
[Coming soon and starting at $28, Puppelove.com]
Vintage one-of-a-kind dog tees
What happens when fashion goes to the dogs? Well, for one thing, Bentley B Tees! These super awesome, one-of-a-kind tees are hot hot hot. Each unique one is designed from carefully and caringly selected vintage, discounted and recycled clothing. (Ooh, recycled: fashionable and green!) The fabrics are all super soft for extra comfort for pup and pup-cuddler, too! New styles are added each week, and there's a groovy size chart to help you order one that's just right. And if you don't see one you absolutely love today, fret not little ones...new styles are added every week or so. We think these are Awesome with a capital A.
[$32, Bentleyb.com]
Puppy bumpers
Oooo, these could not be cuter or cleverer if they tried! Check out the Puppy Bumpers! These stuffed collars are designed specially to keep tiny dogs and puppies from slipping out between balcony rails and under gates. They're lightweight, comfortable, machine washable, and, we think, very smart if you've got a small dog who's out and 'bout in fenced-in places. They come in a variety of really fetching fabrics, too, such as paw print, butterflies, plaid, strips or the checkers displayed at right. Sizes tiny to large. Worry no more about your littlest ones whether they're running round in fenced-in yards or perched up high on balconies. As Puppy Bumpers say, keep your dog on the right side of the fence!
[$22.95 + $3.50 shipping, Puppybumpers.net]
Vintage snoopy dog tee
Hey cool kids, and cool pampered puppies, we totally think you should check out the Snoopy Poker doggy tee from Scutte. We're really into rocker-style, vintage, and one-of-a-kind items and this rockin' black tee has it all. It's a one-of-a-kind shirt, it's hand-made from vintage / recycled tees (go, go green! we love recycling!), and it features a super retro and super cool image of everybody's favorite iconic doggie Snoopy playing poker with some of his friends. We really like so many things about this shirt...from its hipness, to its vintageness, to its Snoopy-ness. We say go, go, go get it! This one-of-a-kind one is size XL and there's a handy size chart to be sure it's right for your hip pup.
[$24, Scutte.com]
Pet wardrobe
What could be better for your pampered puppy than the Pampered Pet Wardrobe from Pups to Mutts? This 16"l x 12"d x 24"h, clear-color premium acrylic wardrobe and accessory closet comes with a white back and
is super handy for storing all of your doggie clothing and accesories. We like the clear acrylic bar and hangers as well as the useful drawer storage area. Whether your favorite four-legger is the type who only wears snow and rain gear or the type who tends to be dressed for every day and every occasion, we think this see-through and sleek storage helper is a really great way to get organized whilst staying style-y.
[$175 + $9 shipping, Pupstomutts.com]
PupMatch: Turquoise & brown
PupMatch is all about learning how to combine different doggie looks to create a single seamless fashion statement. We start with a single inspiration piece and then match up the best accessories to create a look that makes the whole thing even more fabulous.
This week's inspiration piece:
Poo Fighters Dog T-Shirt
This rock-inspired dog tee is adorable, unisex and features two of our favorite colors in dog clothes: turquoise and brown.
The matches we've chosen:
William Wegman Doodle Dog Bag - Pool
Okay, it's not really a carrier, but we love love the design of these William Wegman bags and hey - we pet owners deserve some matchy-matchy too. This bag will hold just about everything. Perfect for a Saturday of shopping or a day at the cottage.
Blue Attitude Collar
Grosgrain ribbon and tough nylon will stand up to your little Poo Fighter. And the color combo? We're loving it.
No. 2 Brown Dog Waste Bag Dispenser
Playing along with the "Poo Fighters" theme - oh come on, we're allowed to pun on a gorgeous Friday afternoon - is this hip little bag dispenser in chocolate brown.
Birth Bone December Blue Zircon Dog Charm
Because here's our take on birth stones: to heck with following the rules! If you like December, wear December. The turquoise is to die for and will give a little bit of bling to an otherwise casual outfit.
Coach op art doggie collar
Ah, we here at Pampered Puppy have long been fans of Coach's awesome and super stylish gear for dogs, and we especially like their Op Art line. So it's no wonder that we're as excited as can be about the Op Art Signature Collar on view at right. We are pretty sure we love everything about it from the chic, streamlined, modernist-inspired black-and-white Op Art pattern design to the metallic leather trim and standard buckle closure right down to the pink (yay!!) nickel heart-shaped charm with enamel coating. And even better, this fantastic collar comes in full range of sizes from XS to XL, and there's a matching leash, too.
[$68, Coach.com]
Vintage blossom dog dress
Ooo, we love the dressy, dressy! You know, you're either a rough-and-tumble type or you're a dressy tessie, and for the dressy tessies among us --and we bet there are plenty!-- have we got something for you. Check out the Vintage Blossom Dress from One Lucky Dog Couture. So pretty, right? With its vintage pink and green floral design, pink and green ribbon trim, and lace flower and Swarovski crystal adornments, this cotton dressy dress is totally channelling beauty queens of stage and screen past. And to top it all off, this dress also has a...wait for it...sweet green tulle pettiskirt. To die for, dahlings! In sizes XS and XL. We say XO!
[$54, oneluckydogcouture.com]
Stylish rain gear for BIG dogs
Sometimes it seems that when it comes to chic and stylish doggie duds, the little pups have all the luck. Well fret not because at last, good news is here for big girls and boys! Tailored Dog specializes in clothing both fashionable and functional and made with bigger, broader dogs in mind. Check out their Rain and Shine Slicker perfect for keeping canines warm and dry and looking super sharp at the same time. Available in silver and red, with a bow-tie enclosure for boy dogs or a very Audrey Hepburn-esque tie for girl dogs, this beauty is water-repellant yet still lightweight, features an adjustable side release system and chest straps for a secure fit, and is even slip-proof with its exclusive "tailguard" system. No more being left out in the rain for big dogs when it comes to fashion; this shiny fashion statement is all that and a rainbow.
[$147, Tailoreddog.com]
Doggie rain boots
Even in summertime, into every pampered puppy's life, a little rain must fall. Luckily for us, Poochey Shoo's pink and brown rain boots are here to help keep paws nice and dry and clean. These pretty and stylish rain boots are anatomically correct and available in 10 sizes, great for obtaining proper fit and comfort. The water resistant upper is made of water resistant PU material and the thermoplastic rubber outsole is manufactured to the same standard as human rain boots. One of our favorite features: velcro straps so that it's easy-peasy to get these boots on and off of even the most on-the-move dogs. Hmm, makes us almost not mind the possibility of some summer showers. Almost...
[$54, Poocheyshoos.com]
Patriotic denim dress for dogs
Can you believe that the fourth of July is just right around the corner? We kind of can't...but it is. And we think there is no better accompaniment to your beach or backyard bar-b-que than a festively attired pampered pup. So, without further ado, we present Tinkerbell's Closet's Denim Patriotic Dress This bit of doggie fashion starts with a down home and all-American overall top adorned with an American flag star. And as if that was not festive enough, the bottom is a superpretty skirt made of a patchwork of American flag designs and a flirty red tulle. Perfect for little dogs under 10 lbs, and available in three sizes. Outfit your pampered pupster in this for your 4th of July celebrations and the hot dogs won't only be on the grill.
[$19.49, (on sale!) Tinkerbellscloset.com]
Denim halter vests for dogs
Ha! We love the name of this designer: Dog in the Closet, purveyors of "clothing for homo sapiens trapped by a bark and a dog's body." So it's no surprise we're more than a little bit partial to these rockin' Denim Halter Vests for dogs. These mini versions of people-style denim vests come in a variety of styles including "USA" (especially perfect if you and your pup are planning on taking in a Springsteen concert this summer), "Boa" (for the more Zsa Zsa Gabor-minded doggies in our midst) and "Chain Collar" (perfect for the all around hard-rocking pooch). And for the mix-and-matchy types, the boas, collars, and patches are all sold separately. Hmm, we're thinking star patch, USA patch, and boa all together. These vests are available in teeny, tiny size XXS all the way on up to L, so can be worn by a variety of stylish dogs. Rock on.
[Where to buy: Doginthecloset.com]
Haute couture pet collars
Okay! Once you get to the elegant and beautifully designed Hartman and Rose site, scroll down and be sure to click on "Haute Couture." And once you're there, behold the Hartman and Rose Haute Couture Collection. Chicly defined in early 20th century France as the designing and making of high quality fashionable attire, Haute Couture literally means "high dressing." This luxe collection features black and white patent leather, art deco appliques, and semi-precious stones aplenty. Ooo, would you just look at that super blingy and super pretty art-deco design? Hartman and Rose says "Oh la la." We say this collection is just fabulous perfect for the chicest of chic pampered pups among us.
[Where to buy, Hartmanandrose.com]
Multi-Use Dog Safety Harness
Attention all outdoorsy types! If you enjoy hiking with your dog then Ruffwear's Web Master Dog Harness is an absolute must have. This multi-use safety harness features a handy handle (ha) on top that allows you to easily, safely, and comfortably lift your fave four-legged friend up and over obstacles on the trail, in and out of vehicles, and most importantly, out of harm's way. And even if your idea of enjoying nature is a game of tennis, we think this harness is all that for dogs rehabbing from an injury and especially for those dogs who do their very best imitation of a wascally wabbit and manage to wrangle out of any harness. Oh, they'll be staying in this one. Available in red or black and a variety of sizes (when in doubt size down). Happy trails!
[$49, Ruffwear.com]
Buddy Belt dog harness *
* This is a paid sponsored post.
In an ideal world, collars could be made of gossamer and fairy dust because our little fur angels would never, ever veer away from us, tug at the leash, or try to dart after squirrels or traffic or pizza guys. But it's not an ideal world and let us tell you, harnesses are the way to go if your little (or big!) furkid has a mind of their own. We're particular to Funny Fur's sunglass-shaped bra-like Buddy Belt dog harness because it fits them securely, rubs WAY less than usual harnesses and, of course, comes with a bevy of designer colors and options. We're loving the new spring & summer colors like Sunshine (warm and yellow), Palm (summery green), Coral (shown, right) and Sand (more sedate, great for boys). It's not just all about the color, either - Buddy Belts also have a Special Crystal design (blinged out with rhinestones, in a variety of colors), a Fancy edition (instead of tricked-out designs, these Fancy dog harnesses actually feature croc leathers, glossy patents, and metallic colors), and the ability to be customized with crystals, pearls or Texas Star rivets. Matching leads and even stain guard treatments available to keep those leathers looking hot for years to come. Did we mention the harnesses come in sizes to fit ANY pet? From less than 2 pounds to a whopping 70-80 pounds, Buddy Belt harnesses are a great answer to the question: what will we walk the dog in today?
[$33 and up, Funnyfur.com]
