It’s that time of year again! Preparations are in full swing for the annual Tabs the Cat Halloween Kitty Costume Ball, a charity event to benefit Husky House Cats International, an organization dedicated to placing extra large, lovable kitties with talented pet assistants.
This afternoon Tabs did his preliminary costume fittings, and he’s having a hard time deciding between Octo-kitty ($7.49) and Mermaid Tabs ($7.50). Right now he’s leaning toward Octo-kitty, but I’m partial to Mermaid Tabs… I just think the green goes better with his eyes.
What do you think?
If you and/or your cat work in the kitty modeling industry, keep your eyes peeled for your invite to the ball. We’ll be sending them out this week. 🙂
Now, costume time! If your cat hasn’t settled on his/her Halloween costume for this year, here’s a list of pre-approved ideas by Tabs, including a couple of DIY options.
DIY Pet Costume — How To Make A Hoodie For Your Cat — No Sew! | User Mey Lynn
Custom couture is always a good way to go. Here’s a video tutorial showing how to do a crafty DIY kitty costume that doesn’t even require any sewing.
Here Ye! Here Ye! A Renaissance Cat Costume Tutorial | Professorpincushion.com
For chivalrous cats of all trades, here’s another tutorial on how to make a DIY regal Renaissance cat costume.
Floral Japanese Kimono Costume ($13.65; different styles) | aliexpress.com
Cute and colorful kimonos for kitties? Um…yes, please!
Superhero Costume ($9.99) | Petco
Because anyone who’s ever seen a cat defy gravity already knows that cats are superheroes…
Count Catula ($4.99) | Petco
Bare your fangs and quench your thirst for blood in this color-blocked Count Catula cape.
Sombrero Cat ($9.99) | Petco
Viva los gatos! For when your feline friend is in the mood for a fiesta, ole!
Cat in the Hat ($30)| PaulinesMenagerie
It’s the cat in the hat! — literally.
Little Devil ($19.99) | PamperedWhiskers
Treat your little devil to this devilishly handsome accessory.
Bro’Bear Pet Peacock Costume ($14.99) | Amazon
For cats who love to shake their tail feathers…
Stylish Pink and Black Hat ($15) | TheWobblyCat
Stylish, refined kitties are sure to love this pink and black felt hat.
So, did you see anything your kitty employer might like? 🙂
Your friendly neighborhood beauty addicts,
Karen and Tabs
TheWobblyCat says
Hi Tabs the cat,
Thanks for sharing our hat! You have a wonderful selection of costume ideas. We think that many of our Facebook fans would love your post, so we’ve shared it on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MokiTheWobblyCat
Elena says
The kitty kimonos are beautiful!! I personally am leaning towards octo-Tabs. lol. Both outfits are great though!!
Tabs says
Thank you, Elena! I love wearing purple and enjoy that costume very much.
XOX,
Tabs
Melissa says
I vote for the Octo-kitty costume just because of the ear holes…so cute! I remember trying to make hats with ear holes and tail covers for my cat when I was little. ❤️
Jandy says
Octokitty! For sure!
Kate says
Dear Tabs
I have been the assistant to many cats and none have worn costumes as nobly as you
Dear Karen
None of my cats would let me put any clothing on them
Isabella owner of Kate, her claws are sharp, but she’d be cute
Kiss & Make-up says
Hahahaha, that is not a very happy looking kitty you got there, Karen 😉
I absolutely LOVE all the costume ideas though! Cuteness overload! The kitty kimonos are sooooo adorable and pretty.
Ruchita says
Hi Tabs! You are such a pro. You look great. We are still trying to decide on our Halloween outfits, so thanks for all the suggestions. 🙂
xoxo – Mingus, Ella and Nina
Emmy says
Omg! TOO cute! I want a cat now(just to dress him up lol). Tabs is such a top model! xx
Isis the Cat says
Tabs we need to have a cat-chat.
You cannot. CANNOT. let the humans do that to you.
Even if you like it, you must fight and resist, and get at least one blood-shedding scratch in. You must growl and hiss a little bit too.
This is what proper cats do to preserve our dignity. Even if it is fake and we love the costumes (like the fish tail one).
Ashley H. says
OMG!! Your kitty costumes are too cute:) And so are your cats by the way. I love the kimonos and the purple octopus.
Chris25 says
Haha, the devil costume is really fitting for a cat. 😛
Chelsea says
I’m quite fond of the mer-cat costume! I was thinking about doing a mermaid costume this year too.
Rachel R. says
I’m usually so NOT into pet costumes, but that Renaissance hot and collar were pretty damn cute.
Karen says
I may have to see if I can pull that one off. I have zero DIY crafting skills though…
How was your weekend? Did you guys do anything fun?
Marina (Makeup4all) says
OMG! I love this. Wish I still had a cat 🙁
Karen says
Hi Marina,
I know you and your kitty shared a special bond, and that nothing can ever replace that. But who knows… Maybe you’ll meet another special kitty someday, who you’ll also love, but in a different way. Cats have a funny way of making their way into our lives when we don’t expect it.
Marina (Makeup4all) says
<3 <3 <3
Erika says
I’d say use the mermaid costume,but ditch the top and go as a catfish! Half cat, half fish! 🙂
LindaLibraLoca says
Thank you, that made my day!
Erika says
😉
LindaLibraLoca says
i am all in for the mermaid costume!
Maddy says
These costumes are so cute! If you dont mind I would love for you to check out my etsy shop! Called missmaddymakes or go to missmaddymakes.com! I make cat hats, toys and dog hats too!
Thank you so much! This would really help my business and i hope you like my items too!