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The for something funOut of brighten up your spring wardrobe? Cat Is and different to The Bag. Looking Nothing is easier than accessorizing with a new tote or purse. Reminiscent of a Vintage Carpetbag with Modern Accessories. The details of this run around tote are what make this bag. Created as a pet carrier for smaller dogs, it doubles as an all-in-one for the busy pet mom. It is accessorized with a small shuttle purse, safety chain, sparkle keychain and an animal print scarf. Handle length is 17 inches and the dimensions of the tote are 16.5 x 7.5 x 12 inches. The interior features a super soft faux mink fur, comfortably accommodating a dog weighing up to 16 pounds. It’s pretty enough to double as an overnight bag for yourself. Red Berry, Tan Cappuccino or Black Onyx (shown here). Found at Pawsitively Posh Pooch, St. Petersburg. 727.892.9303. How About A One-of-a-Kind Collector’s Item? The metal handbags showcase ground breaking designs using renowned pop art, vintage imagery and intricate patterns to create one of the most innovative accessories in fashion. Made from recycled aluminum metal plates, a special process fuses the colors into the surface of the plates, resulting in beautiful, brilliant colors. Depending on the style (there are 10 of them plus a wine caddy) each one has different embellishments including Swarovski crystals, velvet lining, bottle cap/snap closures, and leather or crystal-embellished leather handles. The dog collection can be found at Fluffy Puppies, Clearwater. 727.446.7999. Who’s Your Doggy Bag? Another multipurpose couture tote bag that was originally created as a pet carrier, but can serve multiple purposes. Use it as an everyday carryall, diaper bag, or gym bag. The interior includes a micro faux mink lining that snaps out for easy cleaning. Four sculpted gold paw feet adorn the bottom of each bag. Available in red, white or pink. Found at One Lucky Dog, St. Petersburg. 727.527.5825. 46 THE NEW BARKER www.TheNewBarker.com