Fashion lovers of the two and four-legged kind, rejoice! There are great canine fashion reads that make for perfect stocking stuffer ideas. Here are some of my favorites:
How To Become A Top Dog Model
Does your dog have the Blue Steel pose down cold? It’s not just human models like Derek Zoolander who can evoke the fabulosity of fashion with a simple gaze. Budding pooch posers can kick start their careers with the first complete guide to becoming a dog model. Written by fashion designer and former model, Jo Jo Harder, this fun read covers how to create and capitalize on opportunities to get your little star into magazines and on television. Harder seems to have found the sweet spot, based on the great four-star reviews. One example: As one of the producers of Pet Fashion TV and creator of Canine Culture Inc., I know a thing or two about dogs and their Hollywood moms and dads. Jo Jo Harder’s book is an insightful guide into the world of canine modeling offering helpful tips on grooming, training and working with agencies for print and television. For a pet parent, it is a must-read. –Bianca Kapteyn, Producer, Pet Fashion TV
Whimsical, informative and, definitely, fun. Now, Fifi, sit, stay…listen!
Where to buy: Amazon
Price: $13.59
Canine Couture: 25 Projects: Fashion and Lifestyle Accessories for Designer Dogs
Lilly Shahravesh is a top designer of everything dog in London. Her brand, Love My Dog, is available in luxury shops in London, Paris, Milan, Tokyo, New York and Sydney. So, Lilly knows of what she speaks when she helps a pup answer the age old question plaguing many of us: What to wear? Shahravesh tackles a variety of occasions, from romps in the park to jaunts about town, from country getaways to trips to the beach, from birthdays to bedtime. This is a DIY book with patterns and directions. The patterns need to be scaled to fit your dog, so some math is required…oh my!
The majority of reviews are five star, with one customer saying this: “I am new to sewing and found the patterns and directions in this book to be very easy, but you do need basic sewing skills to understand. The patterns are not life size so you do have to do the math to get the right size but if I can do it anyone can. All of the projects are to cute for words and I would highly recommend this book.”
Where to buy: Amazon
Price: $2.38
Fashion Dogs
Fashion hungry hounds don’t only want the latest in what to wear. They also love to hear about other fashionable fidos. In Fashion Dogs, leading style and fashion expert, Francois Baudot, reveals gems about stylish pooches and their iconic pet parents. What kind of dog was Winston Churchill’s favorite? Which couture canine did Chanel choose for a watch campaign? Peruse the priceless portrait of Yves Saint Laurent’s pampered pup, painted by Andy Warhol. This is a great coffee table book of archival and contemporary photographs and tidbits that will tickle the fancy of fashionistas!
Where to buy: Amazon
Price: $8.27
Summary
Craftsy or not, these fun reads will entertain and inspire. I love a fresh perspective on style, and Jo Jo, Lilly and Francois didn’t disappoint. Stay tuned for more holiday tips to make gift giving easy.
Does your dog know he or she is fashion fabulous? What do they do? Tell me about it in the comments.
