Hey Swag Meets Wag Pack! Every October, dogs suddenly become pumpkins, superheroes, bumblebees, princesses—and occasionally something so elaborate that you have to wonder whether the dog had any say in the matter. But dressing our dogs isn't nearly as modern as Instagram might make it seem. Long before Halloween costume contests and matching dog-and-human outfits, people were already using collars, coats, ribbons, and other accessories to care for their dogs—and sometimes to make a statement....

From Victorian Coats to Spooky Capes: The Stylish History Behind Dressing Our Dogs

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