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While isolated during the COVID-19 pandemic with no access to human models, Millie the French Bulldog became my muse. I figured there was no better time than quarantine to create a 3-look capsule collection of experimental pet fashion.
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Look 1 was made using tennis balls, tennis charms, and deadstock upholstery fabric.
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Look 2 was constructed out of plastic dog figurines and dead stock knit fabric.
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Look 3 was made from a chew toy and an old dog bed.
Millie is a fiery Frenchie with a love for causing chaos. She placed Best in Show wearing this collection in the Bored AF Virtual Pet Fashion Show held by LGBTQ+ youth nonprofit Love Your Labels. This project was also featured during Serving the People’s Digital Fashion Week.