Diamonds Are a Dog’s Best Friend

The latest trendsetters on the Hollywood scene sport cutting-edge fashion and just the right amount of “bling”.  These hot models strut their stuff everywhere they go, pampered and petted by everyone they meet.  They’re in demand and the envy of all.  They are, in essence, the leaders of the pack.

Celebrity dogs have become more than just another accessory for their glitzy owners.  They are fashionistas in their own right now, with Beverly Hills designers on speed dial and television crews lurking outside the gates panting for a glimpse of glitter.  Doggie dress-up injects a little fun into the sometimes catty world of fashion design and stardom, and there’s no doubt these canine friends do more than hang around in purses waiting for treats.

A little dog named Bruiser opened the gates for dogs everywhere in the hit movie, “Legally Blonde“.  This Chihuahua’s “bling” changed the way dogs have historically established status in the pack, and let dogs move out of the shadows and into the forefront of fashion without fear.  Bruiser bravely wore his “bling” and changed the fashion world forever.

There’s no need to settle for imitation “bling” for your pooch.  On the simple side, a 15-carat diamond puppy collar is a good starter wardrobe for that puppy on her way to stardom.  A simple, diamond-studded collar for a star dog with a few movie credits under her belt has 27 carats of hand-set diamonds.

One limited edition diamond dog collar is a gorgeous collection of over 25 carats of diamonds.  Its brilliant 2.7-carat heart-shaped diamond pendant is such a wonderful touch.  Another limited edition diamond dog collar features 600 hand-set diamonds, complimenting an 8.5 carat sapphire stone.  Ostrich leather gives these pieces a touch of class, and these elegant collars are both durable and supremely comfortable for your dog.  Not something you can say about all of those high heels in your closet!

Do you have a superstar like Liz Taylor on your hands?  Try the over-the-top, one-of-a-kind 52 carat diamond dog collar.  More than 1,600 smaller diamonds compliment the 7 carat centerpiece diamond.  Because this piece is designed to last a lifetime, it uses crocodile leather for comfort and durability.  Hand crafted, of course, this collar is so exquisite there isn’t even a price attached to it.  It would be gauche to say how much you paid!  Any dog would collapse with envy if she saw her friend in this awesome piece of jewelry fashion.

For those of us who are simply dreaming of stardom, something in a more reasonable price range can give us a touch of class.  A 1.35-carat diamond collar tag only runs about $3,500.

Pampered celebrity puppies enjoy the soft luster of cultured pearls and the shine of sterling silver and pewter.  Anyone can see that a little peek of gold around a well-groomed dog’s neck is a fabulous touch.  Not over-the- top, but just enough to add that special something.  There are even fully-stocked lines of dog necklaces with a variety of stones such as amethyst, turquoise, garnet, and citrine.

While there are still plenty of sparkling dog bone shaped collar pendants out there, some designers are introducing a little refinement into dog fashion. You don’t have to settle for the usual paws.  You can find plain hearts, hearts with wings, flowers and shoes, pearls and silver and gold plating.  Spell out your dog’s name in twinkling colored crystals.  Dazzling high-quality crystal collar tags catch the camera’s eye as easily as the Queen Mother’s crown.

From delicate divas to the fearsome bruisers, dogs can make a style statement by flashing the latest in top-notch design.  Gone are the days when the up-and-coming Rottweiler looks in the closet only to find a boring array of black leather and brass studs.  Just like the “little black dress,” the standard spiked collar will never really go out of style, but for occasions like state dinners and awards ceremonies, a dog-on-the-go can gussie up with a gorgeous blue stone and silver plated, hand crafted leather collar.  As an added bonus, this collar goes from workday to evening out without having to run home and change.

Celebrity dogs have understudies and stunt doubles.  They even have their own Palm Award at the Cannes Film Festival, a brass-studded black leather collar as glamorous as a statue.  Rumors from Hollywood insiders are circulating that the brass-studded collar will soon be replaced by 56 carats worth of real diamonds, so the paparazzi are keeping their eyes and ears open.  This award goes to dogs all over the world who have acted their hearts out in gritty action films and light comedies.  So far, no Chihuahuas have won the award.  Is this a snub for Hollywood mainstream dogs like Bruiser?  Maybe, but that’s just one critic’s opinion.

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