Dog Modeling - Tips & Advice Part 1

One of my lovely fans asked me the other day if I had any advice on how to get her dog started in dog modeling.  I figured that it was possible some others may have this question as well, so I wanted to do a few blog posts to share what I have learned in the industry so far.

Tip #1:  FASHION

I am NOT just saying this because I am a pet fashion designer, but if you want your dog to get noticed in the pet fashion industry, the quickest way to the top is to show off your doggy couture!  Flash your goods!  :)  Just think of famous celebrities, they always are wearing the latest and greatest fashion and accessories.  Brand names & bling....they look good and you want what they have!  We aren't chasing after "the people of Walmart" to let us know the next big fashion trend now are we? 

Tip #2:  ANGEL EYES

I posted some pics of my dear sweet Chihuahua Amore on Facebook a while ago and someone mentioned that I should try "Angel Eyes" to clear up her tear stains.  I remember thinking "What tear stains"?  Since she has had the staining since she was a wee pup, we honestly thought that it was part of her markings.  We decided to give the "Angel Eyes" a go and we will NEVER be without it again!  This is a must have for doggy models everywhere.  Nothing is more distracting than a big eye goober or discolored crusty eye.  Check out the difference in our before and after:

Word for the wise, be careful about buying your "Angel Eyes" off Ebay!  We saved a few bucks by getting our previous bottle from an Ebay seller....we got an "Angel Eyes" bottle with something else inside.  It was a different texture, color, consistency....and it didn't work!!!!  We are back at square one again with the real stuff.  Luckily in only one week, we are already noticing improvement, yay!

I also wanted to add that we have NOT experienced the same great results with the new "Natural" version.  I would definitely recommend the regular formula over the natural.**

Well, I have to get back to my sewing, but I hope you have found these first few tips helpful!  I will post more in the next few days.  :)

Tail Wags,

Kelly

New Christmas Dog Dresses!!!

I have been so excited about showing off my newest Holiday & Christmas Dog Dresses!  Thank you Bebe and Nikki from www.obsessivechihuahuadisorder.com for the beautiful pictures!

This first dress is called "Candy Cane Kisses Dog Dress".  It is made out of a sparkle organza candy cane striped fabric over a red satin harness top.  The skirt is lined with a silver sparkle organza for a little extra pouf.  Red satin bow at waist line with a little candy cane charm!  The neckline is trimmed in white feathers but it's hard to see on Bebe because of her gorgeous flowing hair.  :)  Can be made with a harness D-ring for easy leash hook-up.  Custom fit to your dog and handmade in the USA!  $80 www.kocouture.etsy.com

 This second dress is called "Holiday Critters Feather Harness Dog Dress".  Made with a beautiful designer print fabric featuring sleigh, Christmas trees, and cute little deer!  Fluffy red feather skirt adds texture and movement.  D-ring for easy leash hook-up.  Red satin bow.  Velcro closure under chest and snap closure at neck.  Custom made in the USA!  Perfect for pictures with Santa or for your furkid to wear to their Christmas parties!!  $110

Pet Photography and Dog Models - Lilly

Today's featured KO Couture model is Miss Lilly! I just love this sweet little red head!  Lilly is a Dachshund and lives in South Carolina with her sister Sadie.  They love to go with their mom to her grooming shop "Carolina Paws" and show off their extensive designer wardrobe.  Lilly is fairly new to KO, but has already managed to steal my heart! 

Little Lilly has not been feeling well lately, so please say a little prayer for her!  We love you Lilly!

Lilly in her KO Couture Bella Costume for Halloween!

I choose this pumpkin!

Lilly and Sadie

Lilly is a very Patriotic Pup in her Statue of Liberty Tutu Harness Dog Dress

Love that face!

Pet Photography and Dog Models - Millie LaRue

Say Hello to my next featured KO Couture model - Yorkie Millie LaRue! 

Along with Trixie and Bebe, Millie has been a KO Couture fan from the very beginning.  Many aspiring pup models look up to this sweet little southern girl from North Carolina.  With her adorable face and a designer wardrobe that trumps most humans, it is not a surprise that this diva dog has quickly pawed her way to the top!

Millie has graced the pages of BellaDog Magazine, Pet Age Magazine, PetFace Magazine, appeared on the Today Show, and has even been filmed for the "Big Screen"!  Here are a few of my favorite Millie pics (thank you to Millie's photographer mom for all of these beautiful photos):

Celebrate Dog Harness Dress $80

Shamrock Tutu Harness Dog Dress $75

Pink Kisses Tutu Harness Dog Dress $75

Baby Blue Feather Harness Dog Dress $110
Top Dog Cuba stares lovingly at his friend Millie LaRue!

Soft and Pretty Dog Harness Dress $75

Retro Flowers Tutu Harness Dog Dress $75

Photo by Carlos Hernandez of UKMCBO Photography
Haute Zebra Feather Harness Dog Dress $110
(I just LOVE this picture)!

Lady in Red Silk and Satin Rosette Dog Harness $300

 
Do you think your dog might have what it takes to break into the modeling world?  Stay tuned for "KO Couture's Dog Modeling Tips & Tricks"! 

Tail Wags,

Kelly

Pet Photography and Dog Models: Bebe

My second adorable KO Couture dog model is Bebe from www.obsessivechihuahuadisorder.com.  She is a 2.5 lb long hair Chihuahua and lives with her three Chihuahua brothers who love to model as well.  This tiny princess has made a HUGE impact on the pet fashion industry and has been featured in print and online ads all over the world!  Some examples include Bella Dog Magazine, Pet Product News, Pet Style News, Dogs 101 and many, many more!

This tiny princess is amazingly talented!  This is one of my favorite Bebe pictures ever (photos taken by her photographer mom Nikki Figular):

Platinum Princess Feather Harness Dog Dress $350

                                                Breast Cancer Bites Tutu Harness Dress $75


This is Bebe's famous "over the shoulder" pose.  All aspiring dog models should try and master this pose.  It is a great way to showing off the product their wearing as well as capturing their cute little face!

Want to see more of Bebe?  Stay tuned!  Bebe will be modeling my newest Holiday and Christmas Dog Dresses!  Make sure to follow her blog at www.obsessivechihuahuadisorder.com.