The world renowned PFW Runway Shows are the place to see the hottest pet trends. Through our unique positioning and the beautiful work presented, the PFW Design Platform attracts a wide variety of international media outlets. This opportunity provides participating designers and companies with effective and ongoing promotional exposure.
2008
PFW BUYER RUNWAY SHOW - "ECOuture"
PARTICIPATING
DESIGNERS
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CADELÍN Designer Cadelín, which means “little dog” in Galician, is dedicated to the design and creation of clothing and accessories for “happy pets.” Cadelín was founded in 2007 by a family with more than 70 years of experience in the fashion industry. All of Cadelín’s garments are made from high quality materials such as 100% cotton and linen. Cadelín designs garments for special breeds such as the French Bulldog, the Whippet, or the Dachshund. All of the articles are manufactured in Galicia, Spain and Portugal.
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DOG
ARTIST Designers Dogartist is a fashion company with your dog in mind, offering stylish accessories for both dogs and their devoted owners. The company is based on playful, classic and clean design. The Swedish company, founded in 2004, is growing rapidly in Scandinavia and abroad. All Dogartist’s products are manufactured in Sweden and utilize only the finest materials. Behind the amazing brand stands Tanja Fylking along with her husband, Gert Fylking, famous radio personality and actor. Dogartist’s designers are all celebrities, famous artists, models and trendsetters.
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DOGGIDOG
PARIS Designer Launched in Paris in 2000, Doggidog is considered to be the reference of French-doggie-fashion. The original designs, the attention to detail and the high quality manufacturing are the strong points of Doggidog collections. Designer Christina Kolhammar, a former fashion designer, has worked with fashion brands such as Courreges and Barbara Bui for over 15 years in Paris. Together with her companion and businessman Jean-Paul Rigaud, she is now focusing her creativity on mans best friend. All products are made in France by skilled artisans. The collections can be found in leading retail stores and upscale specialty stores throughout the world. The collections are powerful and modern for fun-loving and fashionable owners, but the essence of Doggidog is of course the love and care of our dogs!
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IDAWG Designer Idawg
realizes that big dogs come with “big dog personalities”
and with that they need clothing that reflects there bigger presence.
Idawg promises high quality fabrics and detailed construction for
the most comfortable fit for your dog through the rain and cold.
Take comfort in knowing your big dog is warm and dry on those cold
winter walks- and looking stylish at the same time! Idawg fits every
dog, from a large Pug to a Great Dane!
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MARGOFF Designer Divine, comfortable and fashionable is the idea behind Margoff, haute couture for cats and dogs. Margoff’s apparel is designed with consideration to the needs of different breeds and personalities. The fabrics and textures are varied, exclusive and cutting-edge, creating unique pieces. Margoff was created in 2003 by Mariana Goluboff, both a veterinarian and designer. Due to her strong inclination to design and aesthetics, Mariana now leads a team of professionals, creating and producing haute couture garments and accessories for pets. Each piece bears the mark of Mariana Goluboff, tightening the link between pets and their owners.
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OOMALOO Designers OoMaLoo
is a small, family-owned and operated business that manufactures
hand knit and crocheted apparel, accessories, and toys for pets
and children. Since 2001, OoMaLoo has been working to design, refine,
and produce pieces of the highest quality for those who appreciate
the beauty and uniqueness of handmade items.
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PRINTED
PUPPY Designers Kristy Krajnenko-Sevag founded Printed Puppy, Inc. after finding a lack of unique gift packaging for all of the adorable dog gifts available. Printed Puppy, Inc. features a complete line of dog inspired gift bags, wrapping paper, hang tags and tissue paper. The entire collection is inspired by Niva, an abandoned puppy she adopted while on vacation in Armenia. Kristy began her career in the arts at a young age, painting murals and working in various galleries. After receiving a Bachelor of Arts degree in Integrative Arts from Penn State University, she worked as an Art Director and created advertising for major campaigns. She fulfilled her dreams of entrepreneurialism with her first company, Studio 11 and now Printed Puppy, Inc. Printed Puppy, Inc. combines her passion for art and design with her love of pets.
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WIGGLES Designer Launched in 2005, Wiggles offers a full line of pet apparel that is stylish and comfortable. Each product is handmade and customized with the highest quality materials and impeccable attention to detail. Kyle Hui, a self taught apparel designer and founder of Wiggles, lived in China and South Africa before studying graphic design at George Brown College in Toronto. His interest in all mediums of art and design led him to explore fields such as branding, marketing and interior design. After the successful launch of Wiggles, the head office moved to Hong Kong in 2008 where it continues to grow.
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2008
PFW BUYER RUNWAY SHOW - "ECOuture"
SPECIAL
PRESENTATIONS
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DOG COUTURE™ Designer Pet Fashion Week NY will present the Fall 2008 collection of Simply Dog Couture in a special runway show presentation.
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FASHION
INSTITUTE of TECHNOLOGY Pet Fashion Week NY will present the winner of the FIT Student Design Award sponsored by CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements in a special runway show presentation.
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DANCE THEATER Jenny Rocha is the artistic director and choreographer for the New York City-based dance company, Rocha Dance Theater. As a performer, she has recently worked with Sean Curran, Kelli Wicke Davis and Heidi Latsky. Rocha's choreography has been produced by numerous venues and events in New York City such as Symphony Space, Danspace Project, Joyce Soho, Lamama ETC, Dixon Place and many more. Rocha has been a resident artist at Galapagos Art Space and Mo Pitkin’s House of Satisfaction where she and her company performed over 20 shows of "The Painted Ladies" dance project in 2006-2007. She has also choreographed the off-off broadway productions "La Sombre" (2003), "Shirley at the Tropicana" (2005), "Fishbowl" (2006), and "Your Mama’s Feet" (2006). Jenny graduated with a BA in dance from Roger Williams University where she received the Thomas Paolino Award for her choreography and also received the Outstanding Achievement in Dance Award. Rocha also received The Emerging Artist Award by Greenstreet Studios in Boston, MA in 2004. In 2005, she received support from the Thomas Moore Foundation. In 2006 she received a grant from The Puffin Foundation for the first production of The Painted Ladies.
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To ensure the safety and well-being of all dogs, Pet Fashion Week NY works in cooperation with Janell Granier; Director of Programs of the Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals. For more information about Janell please click here.
