subject: High Fashion Dog Clothes Are Just Heavenly This Summer [print this page] High fashion dog clothes are designed for both function and fashion. Clothing for dogs is for all breeds, from chihuahua to retrievers. Toy poodles, of course, look great in the more elaborate costumes and jeweled and be-ribboned hair ornaments. But even a rough, tough bulldog can look great in the right outfit.
There are many cheap dog clothes, mass produced for those who think of them as gags or occasional fun outfits for special events. There are costumes, seasonal designs like Santa's Helper suits, and party dresses. But there are also luxurious examples of necessary accessories, such as collars and leashes, and useful raincoats and winter coats designed by gifted people who understand the real function of these items.
Take collars, for example. Most dogs have a collar, and every store from the grocery to the drug store carries them. But why should the companion of a discerning man or woman be dressed in an inferior product, or handled with a mass produced leash?
Instead, both dog and owner can turn heads if the collar they walk in is a truly beautiful one from K-Nine Couture. This line is comprised entirely of distinctive collars and matching leashes, made of fun fabrics. The 'Haute Couture' line is silk brocade, while the 'Casual Sportswear' collection is all cotton. All collars are lined with cotton denim, hand stitched, and of sturdy construction with top of the line hardware. Most styles are the martingale type of collar, for control when needed and comfort when both owner and dog are relaxed.
Alpha 1 leashes and collars are more traditional, for those who have larger dogs, or for men who dress conservatively and like the look and feel of fine leather. Even the longest of their leashes are made of one piece of hand cut, premium leather, which is then dyed and finished by hand with rounded edges and top quality hardware. The braided bull hide leashes are luxuriously soft and supple, while being strong enough to handle any dog. One Alpha 1 leash is all a dog will ever need, if the leather is properly cared for.
The clothes that a pampered pooch can have range from probably necessary hooded coats to perhaps not so necessary pajamas. It is hard to say that a chihuahua needs an evening dress, or a toy poodle needs jewels in her top knot, but there is no denying they look precious in their outfits. There's a sailor suit in the Tail-Wagger Collection by Pampet that even the hard core pragmatist should admire, and it is hand-made in every detail.
But clothing for dogs serves a function, as well. Small dogs have a hard time maintaining their body heat in cold weather, even the rough and tumble Jack Russell terrier shivering miserably. All dogs want to go everywhere with their owners, so it is up to their guardians to ensure they are protected from wind, cold, and rain.
For this reason, there are dog coats, raincoats, and even boots and shoes. Coats range from one piece pullovers in warm fleece to the waxed Barbour dog jacket, specially designed for Orvis by the famous British outerwear company. Orvis also carries the Barbour quilted coat for dry weather. Check the website to see how distinctive these coats look. They are waterproof, wind proof, and snag proof, tough enough for the woods and stylish enough for the park.
Ralph Lauren has a line of dog polo shirts with his distinctive logo proudly emblazoned on the collar - too cute! His turtleneck, ribbed sweaters are a great look, too. Oscar Newman is another name that fashionable dog owners will recognize, but they can also patronize designer labels such as Zazzie!, where an owner's text, logo, or photo can be applied to one of their items, in an assortment of styles and colors. There is also the Posh Puppy Boutique, where a lap dog can find the perfect wedding dress, or a small but rugged Yorkie can get a motorcycle jacket and cap.
Pr-shrunk cotton, satisfaction guarantees, materials from leather to lace or faux fur to chinchilla - high fashion dog clothes have earned the respect they are awarded. As in the world of human fashion, the designer touch speaks in both quality and distinction.
