Last night, It was with great pleasure that I presented this very formal collection for New York Fashion Week . My mission is to bring back the celebration of life by infusing glitz and glam on our four-legged family members.

Since society is still rebounding from a catastrophic pandemic which forced everyone into seclusion, I reminisced about the days of social gatherings and fine dining. I missed getting dressed for all sorts of occasions or for the sake of stepping out, be it to the theater, the opera or a fine dinner. It seemed that gone were the days of socializing and dancing.

People traded in the desire of dressing to impress for staying at home wearing casual, shapeless and very unimpressive attire. I refuse to let that replace the wonderful whimsical and expressive attire that brought joy and light to our lives. I want to remind everyone that it is okay to bring out their fashions and to shine and develop their own aesthetic.

For this show I brought back the glitz and glam as inspired by old Hollywood but with a few modern twists and the same applies to our four legged friend both canine and feline. I chose lovely metallics, sequins, and bead work on comfortable stretchy fabrics, some with sheer netting to hug the curves.

On the Cannes and feline I chose to purposely step away from the usual matchy match thing. I wanted the four legged models to stand out as individual and yet fun and cheery. I went formal with them as well. I was not holding back on color and/or glamour. Nowadays people are bringing their pets to social gatherings and to travel as well. They are part of the family after all, so why not look the part. On the other hand, they too, have their own events and pretty much like their owners, they do dress to impress.

I want to trade those gloomy sweats and casual clothes for clothes that make a statement. So let’s get dressed and celebrate life. After all, you only live once.

Every season, I partner up with animal shelters and animal organizations to include dogs that are up for adoption in my show. Canine Models included dogs from shelters, rescue groups, clients and social media influencers. I also put a highlight on senior dogs.

Photos by Manonce, Arun Nevader, Yoni Levy and Hideki Aono. Production by Art Hearts Fashion.

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – The Grand Finale

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Red Carpet action with Ted Gram and Hershey

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Ted Gram on the Catwalk

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Rita on the Catwalk

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Daffodil on the Catwalk

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Caroline Derpienski and BLiNG

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Tender moment with Sophia and Roxie

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Dedo and Sparky the Maltipom

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Dominika Maziarz and senior Chihuahua Nina

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Olha Hybeskul and Chorkie Miley-Jo

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Bagel the SunglassCat prepares for the runway

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Chihuahua Juliet

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Sparky

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Milkman

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Ted Gram

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Hershey

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Penny

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Daffodil

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Miley-Jo, a Chorkie

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Penny

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Charlie Trent and Daffodil

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Kaitlyn Anne and Pomsky Little Greyshoes

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Wyatt Engeman with Gizmo

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Gizmo

Anthony Rubio: NYFW – Iriannis Lopez and Chihuahua Bogie

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