Finding Inspiration for The Doggie Fashion Show of the Year in NYC! | The New York Pet Fashion Show

Getting inspired for the 2014 New York Pet Fashion Show!

(Formerly know as the Pre-Westminster Dog Fashion Show) 

How do you get ideas for a new design? 

The theme of this year's NYC Dog Fashion show is

 "Crown Jewels of Fashion and Rescue"

One way to start a new design is to look for inspiration from the past.

I found some images for inspiration for a doggie gown

If I have time, I plan on sewing a few costumes.

To start, I have some embroidered silk that I think would make a beautiful skirt to a doggie gown, with a coordinating silk for the bodice.  I pulled some bling from my embellishment box and began to work out a design.

This is where I started:

And the final result:

Bella's Gown for the New York Pet Fashion Show

Bella's Gown designed and sewn by The Doggie Nanny

Here are some beautiful gowns and jewels I found for inspiration.Visit my Pinterest board for more inspiration.

When I think of "Royal" red velvet and white silk seem to come to mind immediately, so I think I will have to create something in that color scheme too! 

 

The Doggie Fashion Show of the Year in NYC!

Getting ready for the New York Pet Fashion Show!

(Formerly know as the Pre-Westminster Dog Fashion Show)

Click here to see video from the Feb 7, 2014 event

There are some things that we indulge ourselves in that, well let's face it-- are not necessary-- but they add a great deal of pleasure to our lives.  A Pet Fashion Show, (yes I will admit it's a frivolous) is something I love to attend and be a part of. As a small dog lover, it is just plain fun, and a portion of the proceeds goes to help animal rescue.

A couple of years ago, I had the honor to be one of the designers on the runway for a fundraiser for Yorkie911 Rescue, Inc.  It was my first time as a "Pet Fashion Designer" and I really didn't know how to present myself or my designs on the runway, but I learned from watching the other experienced and well known "Dog Couture" designers.  If I ever have the pleasure of being invited to participate in another pet fashion show, I will be sure to not be shy and hide behind the curtains! I will strut out on the Red Carpet with mutts and pups who model in my designs-- just like the other designers do!

Animal lovers, those involved in Pet Fashion and Animal Rescue are making plans to attend the Annual New York Pet Fashion Show--Feb 7th, 2014.  

For many involved in the dog world, this event it is the start of an exciting, dog-centered week in New York City --held the Friday before the NYC Westminster events commence.

This year's theme "Crown Jewels of Fashion And Rescue" is sure to inspire many unique costumes for both fur babies and their humans. Some people go to great lengths and expense to wow their friends with imaginative and creative costumes --for themselves and their dogs. The Press is sure to be there with coverage on Television, and photos that are shared throughout the world on the web and social media.  


I myself have been looking for inspiration for the dog dress that my little Bella will wear. Of course my little Bella will attend the Ball!  Only the best for Bella! 

I created a board on Pinterest to inspire my imagination.  Click here to view my board. 

I have pulled out the beautiful tapestries and embroidered silks I have collected for my doggie designs and picked out bling for embellishments. My extra bedroom has been transformed into my sewing room once again; I started to layout some ideas on today on my canine mannequin and this week the cutting and sewing will begin. Let the thread fly!

I am excited to see the doggie couture inspired by this year's theme, and how humans accompanying their pets will be decked out!  It should be a royal affair!

Contact phone number is 646 202 3807 to reach Gregg Oehler, Chairman on the NY Pet Fashion Show.

Click here to purchase tickets.

The 2014 New York Pet Fashion Show | Feb 7 at 6-10PM

Click here to view video from the Feb 7, 2014 event

The 2014 New York Pet Fashion Show

If you are a dog lover and want a fun night out in NYC-- this is the event for you!

Click here to view video from the Feb 7, 2014 event

Well behaved dogs are welcome guests too at this unique fashion show.  Held annually at the Hotel Pennsylvania it includes complimentary food, a cash bar, unique vendors, costumes and lots of beautiful dogs on the runway in amazing doggie fashion for the costume contest. 

Every year a new theme is chosen for the event--this year's theme is "Crown Jewels of Fashion and Rescue".  You will be sure to see amazing, blinged-out dogs and people at this year's event! Everyone enjoys dressing for the theme--though it is not required to attend.  

If you are in town for the various Westminster events, why not start out your dog themed week with a night of Doggie Fashion?  PLEASE NOTE: The music can get loud, so if your pet is sensitive to loud noise, this might not be an event for him or her.  

Yes... its silly, but great fun!  Hope to see you there!

Click here to purchase a ticket
General Admission is $40 per person-- tickets purchased in advance

Contact phone number is 646 202 3807 to reach Gregg Oehler, Chairman on the NY Pet Fashion Show.

Click here to view video from the Feb 7, 2014 event

Date: February 7th, 2014 Time: 6:00PM - 11:00 PM Theme: Crown Jewels of Fashion and Rescue Location: Hotel Pennsylvania - Penn Top Ballroom 18th Floor This Event will Be Recorded for Different media such as Televison, Print Press and/or Radio. Please note that there are NO PRINTED TICKETS Please keep proof of purchase — Names will be listed alphabetically from ticket master list

Here is a short video I put together from the 2012 Fashion show at the Hotel Pennsylvania.

Formerly know as the Pre-Westminster Doggie Fashion Show...

News Coverage from 2012

Read my post: Why do people like to dress up little dogs?