Pendleton for the traveling pup   With fall almost upon us, there’s a brand I love that conjures up images of some of our favorite national parks. Pendleton is making beautiful dog coats, beds, sweaters and accessories with a rich history behind them, and Carolina Pet Company has the exclusive rights to distribute them in the U.S.. This is a very stylish choice for travel, camping or even just taking a drive to see the gorgeous fall colors. And, there’s a goodie bag up for grabs from Pendleton, and one lucky Bark & Swagger follower will win it,… [Continue Reading]

It’s everyday for many of us, but why not celebrate it with a special day? Yep, it’s Spoil Your Dog Day, and I’ve found some wonderful items for the stylish pup! Having just experienced my first SuperZoo pet convention, which was an overwhelming experience with thousands of vendor booths, I’m fresh off the floor with some brands so new, they’ve just debuted there, and others I’ve newly discovered and love. I’m excited to share them with you. Here are my top 10, in no particular order,  for the style loving pet parent! Willis for President     They’re eco-friendly, shelter dog… [Continue Reading]

Red, white and blue is never as much in fashion as at this time of year. For Independence Day, we’re celebrating our independence from England, standing on our own feet in our own country. Now, London has brought us some pretty great things – a cool accent, gorgeous fashion, the infinite entertainment of the Royals, the ultimate hat and more (including my husband). But, for July 4th, we’re honoring that empowerment with beautiful, patriotic dog apparel/accessories, including items for moms, too, in the tri-colored palette. Here we go! Tulle Bag or Not Tulle Bag? Yes, Please! I fell hard for this bag from Trieste,… [Continue Reading]

What’s cuter than a sassy pup in seersucker?!  Memorial Day is over and it’s time to get our summer on, people! And, that means the most adorable summer fashion ideas. Today, I’m bringing you a brand I met at Global Pet Expo, and love so much, I’ve invited them into the Bark & Swagger Boutique. It’s called The Worthy Dog and they have super affordable, well-made and precious seersucker  pieces perfect for the season. About the brand… Whether functioning as a cute beach cover up, a stylish outfit for outdoor dining or a city girl or boy’s adventure, The Worthy Dog dresses and… [Continue Reading]

What’s news for fashion this fall? According to the bible, Vogue, updates on existing fashion is the takeaway, but the creativity in how they’re modernized is the story. Here are some of Vogue’s top fashion trends for Fall 2016. Pet designers, can you see ways to incorporate into your collections? Sweet Spots   Alexander Wang. Photo courtesy of Vogue.   Leopard never went away, it just got more daring. Dappled, elongated and colored, with coats worn with everything from shorts and lightweight cropped pants to ankle socks. How to interpret for our dogs:  Pet couturier, Anthony Rubio, did… [Continue Reading]

The Bandana Kids. Albie & Anabelle   Everything gets recycled. Take The Bandana. This is the hottest new fashion trend right now. Fashion bibles have decreed it; major retailers are all carrying it, in every color, print and fabric imaginable. The thing is…this hot, new trend is one our dogs have been wearing for years. So, I thought I’d do a little research as to the origin of the bandana. There’s a giveaway, so read on to find out how to enter! George & John They have actually been around for well over 200 years. The word… [Continue Reading]

    Clothes that look beautiful, are lightweight and washable. They don’t wrinkle and are perfect for travel and being active. Think jet set style brought to sportswear. Wouldn’t you want to know where to get that? I have to thank my friend, Aileen, for turning me on to Anatomie. We’re both pretty active and like to be comfortable, but still look great. She has a gorgeous, massive black Lab, Finn, and I have our four pups, so we’re both running around…a lot! Can you relate? When I visited the Anatomie showroom, that was it for me. I fell in love… [Continue Reading]

  High fashion. Couturette. The cat’s meow…. All of these describe a brand I discovered from Trieste, Italy, called It-Dogs. No one in America really knows about them yet, so you are getting an early look into a beautiful brand worth knowing. Let’s call it handmade dog fashion of the highest order, in one of the most fashion-forward countries in the world. Yet, despite the collections being gorgeous, the pieces are very wearable for day to day living. And, lucky us, they are being featured in the Bark & Swagger Boutique, one of the only places you will find them in America.… [Continue Reading]