Clockwise from top: Cynthia Nemechek/AyChihuahua;
His Galdamez/AyChihuahua
live well.
fashionista
Winter
Wonderland
Pet fashion glistens
like fresh snow this
holiday season.
T
by Laurren Darr
his winter, your dog will be the dashing
life of the party, happily prancing to
the next bash. Think soft colors with a
little bit of dazzle, like creamy snow in
the moonlight. Jennifer Bartok-Taylor of Celebrity
Catwalk predicted, “Trends for the winter continue
to be bling, lots of embellishments, and the use of
‘non traditional’ winter colors.”
If there’s one designer who expresses this spirit of the season,
it’s Darlene Hachey of Princess Lilly and Co., whose design of
ribbons, lace, bling, and flowers won Grand Designer Gown at the
G Girl Cotillion this year. However, not all pups can pull this off
and might want something a tad more understated like designer
Cynthia Nemechek of AyChihuahua’s vintage fur coat and hat with
a slightly oversized brooch reminiscent of the days of Jackie O.
If more traditional holiday colors are what you’re after,
Nemechek also has ensembles of red and green with ruffles and
flair resembling outfits of a certain rock star who would party
like it was 1999. Other designers like Juanita Esparza of Boshoun
focus on cultural traditions with vibrant colors and patterns. She
has stunning pieces that embody Guatemalan traditional wear for
the holidays.
With all of the festivities on your calendar, going from one place
to another is seemless if you plan your outfit changes ahead of
time. Roxie by the Baie designer Pascaline specializes in going from
casual to formal with comfort and ease. Not only does she design
dresses where the lavish skirts can attach and detach, she has dapper designs for the gentlemen that will get all the sniffs at holiday
parties. Spruce your pooch up in a gray-tone coat with a small
bow tie or casual oxford, whichever the occasion calls for.
Speaking of social affairs, you’ll need a proper centerpiece when
hosting. If you’re looking for a pet-themed piece with amazing
wow factor, you’ll it find from Table Art & Event Designs by Felicia
Greenberg. Her lifelike centerpieces are sought after for the most
high-caliber events of the season.
Laurren Darr is the founder of the International Association of Pet Fashion
Professionals. She lives in the Chicagoland area with her husband, son,
and stylish Pug, Bella.
Live Well. Do Good. Be Great.
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