Fashion has long had an affinity for felines. Taylor Swift and Vogue editor Grace Coddington alike can be found wearing outfits featuring feline imagery; cat-themed attire is even becoming trendy!
Attracting artists has always been easy – their independence and defiant personalities making cats ideal muse subjects. Tracey Emin made headlines after spreading posters of Docket the Cat around London.
Cats have always been a popular motif in fashion
Cats make natural muses for fashion designers. Their intuitive sense of style and aloofness has inspired some of the biggest names in fashion; Karl Lagerfeld has used Choupette, his beloved feline companion, as a source of inspiration in numerous collections and make-up lines with Shu Uemura. Cats have also featured prominently in Mario Testino’s fashion campaigns for brands like Sandro, Zara and Lanvin.
As the internet has evolved into an important means of sharing images, felines have gained widespread appeal among social media users. Grumpy Cat, for example, boasts over 1.8 million followers on Instagram and has inspired merchandise including t-shirts and sweaters. Other felines such as Nala Cat, Choupette, Lil Bub have become stars unto themselves – inspiring memes, Vogue editor Grace Coddington even dedicated a chapter of her memoir to Bart and Pumpkin!
Cat fashion has seen an explosion of popularity over recent years, as more designers incorporate felines into their collections. Japanese label Chisato created an entire cat-inspired collection featuring portraits and jacquards of cats with tiger stripes; other designers, such as US designer Jason Wu have even used their own cats as muses in designing clothing and jacquards featuring these feline icons.
Not only have designers integrated cats into their clothing lines, but many have also created accessories featuring felines as inspiration – like headbands with cat ears or earrings with feline features that reflect this passion. These fun items add personality to any ensemble!
Jewelry brands have taken notice, offering several cat-inspired collections this past year. These pieces make great fashion statement pieces to show off one’s affinity for cats.
Gucci and No. 21 both recently debuted cat-inspired prints in their collections, with Gucci offering an eye-catching turtleneck featuring its silhouette wearing a bandana; No. 21 took a more subdued approach with an intarsia sweater featuring cat’s head and tail; both sweaters were seen being worn by models during New York Fashion Week, signaling its potential as an emerging trend.
They are a natural muse
Many writers rely on a muse, an individual who provides inspiration and helps shape their stories. Sometimes this muse takes the form of a mythical creature from their subconscious; other times it may come in the form of advice from past mentors; while for some writers all they need is a playful cat rubbing against their shoulder or staring them down with meowing eyes! Indeed, cats have also earned themselves a place in fashion collections through fashion designers often including cats as part of their designs.
Cats differ greatly from dogs in that they can sense when you’re feeling distressed, with cats tending to be independent and unafraid to lead. Their sense of adventure often sees them roaming far from home in search of a new one – creating special bonds between humans and cats alike that don’t shy away from showing their playful sides in public settings – becoming natural models for fashion.
Charlotte Olympia, renowned luxury footwear designer, is among the many high-fashion designers incorporating felines into their designs, such as in her highly popular cat-themed shoes, from velvet cat flats to towering pussycat platforms – which have even been seen on celebrities like Katy Perry! Cats also often appear as designs on designer accessories like bags and scarves.
Cats make ideal fashion muses due to several qualities other than their inherent beauty. Cats are extremely social animals who can communicate various emotions through body language; for example, hissing indicates they feel threatened or stressed while yawning means they’re happy.
Cats have quickly become an inescapable part of fashion, inspiring clothing with feline silhouettes like hoodies and tees to represent this trend. Women especially seem to favor these garments which combine comfort with chic design to become the latest cat-inspired trend that everyone will surely follow for some time to come. This combination has cemented cat fashion into fashionista culture as a trend that won’t go away anytime soon!
They are a symbol of strength
Cats have long been considered symbols of power and strength. Their mysterious beauty often makes them appear magical; their independence makes them difficult to pin down. Cats are very intelligent creatures that understand the world in ways humans cannot – such as sensing vibrations in their environment such as footsteps approaching. Cats also hear voices from far away; in addition, their sense of smell surpasses ours so much that some scents may even taste sweet to them!
Ancient Egyptians highly regarded cats, appreciating their unique blend of strength and serenity. Considered sacred, cats were even worshiped as deities and mummified alongside their owners to serve as guardians in the afterlife; one cat-headed goddess named Bastet was especially revered as both protector and deity of childbirth.
The cat spirit animal reminds you to appreciate elegance and the finer things in life, and symbolizes spiritual protection, healing, and good fortune. White cats may symbolize purity while orange ones represent joy, creativity and abundance – great signs for those seeking financial improvement or new opportunities.
Cats are well-known as natural healers. Their soothing presence can provide much-needed comfort during times of stress or depression; furthermore, cats can help build inner strength.
Though its exact cause remains unknown, cats likely began being domesticated around human grain stores due to their ability to control vermin. Soon thereafter, sailors would bring these cats aboard ships across the globe as companions; eventually this widespread adoption process continued today as sailors brought cats aboard ships carrying sailors around. Even today cats remain important companions and keep pests under control; in fact one cat alone has the ability to kill 33 different types of mice and rats!
Protecting your home or simply adding a sense of style, cats-inspired accessories are an ideal way to show your love. A popular option is a pendant in the shape of a feline which can be worn around your neck or pinned onto clothing; this statement piece makes an impactful statement about who you are while showing your affinity with this majestic feline!
They are a symbol of innocence
Cats have long been seen as symbols of purity and innocence across cultures worldwide, often being associated with Shinto god of good luck Maneki-neko as they’re believed to bring wealth and prosperity. Additionally, cats are frequently depicted as wise all-knowing animals with the ability to view life from different perspectives allowing them to comprehend things humans cannot – this trait being illustrated through literature with characters like Alice from Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland having familiar cats while Macbeth uses evil witches have familiars as in both instances!
Fashion has taken to symbolizing style and individuality through cats as an increasingly prominent trend. Designer collections, high fashion magazines, celebrity endorsement and cat-ear headbands like Lea Michele’s from Glee have jumped onto this bandwagon; even Karl Lagerfeld himself adorned his memoir with Choupette!
Fashion’s love affair with cats stems from their unique and mysterious qualities. No surprise then that designers such as Loewe and Miuccia Prada often incorporate cat motifs into their collections; moreover, Dolce & Gabbana, Chanel, Paul & Joe, Marc Jacobs and Miu Miu also featured cat-inspired outlines and designs this autumn/winter 2016/2017 collections.
The cat trend continues to flourish as industry players remain fascinated with these furry creatures. Social media has helped spread this obsession, with Grumpy Cat and Nala Cat attracting millions of followers each on Instagram alone. Additionally, cat phenomenon has inspired t-shirts and sweaters inspired by them.
Lake and Stars Lingerie and Radar mood rings designer Maayan Zilberman, Italian contemporary designer Vivetta Ponti and Vogue senior style writer and editor Jennifer Trak all adore cats – their answers ranging from spiritual to practical! Read on to gain more insight into why cats have become fashion industry muses!https://www.youtube.com/embed/yONAU3960S0