Pets dress in fashion with clothes made to measure

The options for dressing pets are not limited only to what is found in stores. There are more exclusive services that ensure that each garment fits perfectly to the silhouette of each animal and that the designs are unique, fun and elegant.

The roots of this movement began in cities like Milan and Paris , where fashion is breathed in every corner. Giovanna Temellini, a designer with more than 25 years of experience in human couture , launched her clothing line with cashmere sweaters and alpaca coats for all types of dogs . Prices can reach USD 450, depending on the size. Poldo Dog Couture , another Italian brand, offers leather , vinyl , and neoprene jackets. Its flagship product is a customizable bomber jacket . They sell it for $200.

In Ecuador you can also find exclusive garments . It all starts with design, explains Andrea Muñoz , designer at Lucky for Pets . The first step is to decide what type of garment you are looking for. They can be t- shirts , bikinis , sweaters , coats , jumpsuits and even gala suits for special occasions and other accessories, such as hats and shoes. The brand was born in 2014 and every year it releases clothing collections inspired by the latest global fashion trends.

One of the problems of pet owners, especially those of large and giant breeds, is that there are few options on the market to dress them. With tailored clothing you can make garments that have no size limit.

Mónica Molina explains that, after making a sketch of the garment, the measurements of the animal must be taken. At Luxurious Pets they take eight measurements : neck girth , thorax girth , abdomen girth , loin length from the base of the neck to the first tail vertebra , chest length , leg length and girth , and waist circumference . head .

Then the part is assembled and a test is done. “If there are any changes or if the garment needs adjustments in size, it is done before giving the final details ”, she adds. The placement of buttons , letters , embroidery , lace and other additional elements are done last.

Regarding the fabrics used in production, Muñoz says that she looks for raw materials that have elastane , a synthetic fiber that gives elasticity to clothing. "Thus, the fit is more adequate and if the pet gains or loses weight , she will not have problems continuing to use the garment," she says. Semi -cotton and cotton fabrics are also used, which do not get excessively hot and are comfortable for pets, adds Molina.

The time it takes to make a garment depends on the complexity and materials, but orders are usually delivered within two days. Prices start at $5 and increase based on the material used and the complexity of the set.