Dear Tabby is written by Tabs the Cat, typically regarded as “the world’s first plus-size kitty supermodel.” founded in mid 2012, it has rapidly become the most widely syndicated cat advice column on earth — known for its fresh, feline perspective on lifestyle, fashion and style issues affecting cats and humans.

A red carpet quandary

DEAR TABBY: exciting news, Tabby! Last night I found out that a film I recently worked on, 300: rise of an Empire, is going to have a big red carpet premiere IN HOLLYWOOD, and I’m going to walk the red carpet!

As you may have guessed, I work in the film industry — but not as a cat actor or anything. I’m much more of a behind-the-scenes kitty, mainly working in safety and security (I hunt rodents on the set).

ANZEIGE

I’ve been doing it a few years, but this will be the first major event I’ve attended.

I’m a little nervous because I have absolutely no idea what to wear! would a glitter-encrusted collar be appropriate? With or without bells? Or ought to it be something much more subtle? I don’t want to stick out like a sore paw.

Hilfe!

ANZEIGE

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One of my blockbuster roles

DEAR HAPLESS: how funny! I’m actually going to be at that same event! one of the fight choreographers on the new 300 also worked with me on Spider Tabs. If you see me there, please come up and introduce yourself. Ich würde mich freuen dich zu treffen.

As for your question, for red carpet events, I generally stick to classic kitty wear. Collars with easy lines and stylish touches in neutral shades like black or beige, coupled with a few tasteful details like diamonds and/or Swarovorski crystals, always works. easy and timeless. Something like that would still look good 50 years from now.

Not that there’s anything wrong with current trends like a brightly colored glittery collar. That could completely look fierce. If you’re sure you can pull it off, opt for it, but if you have any doubts at all, classic always works. You don’t want to end up on somebody’s Worst dressed list (remember the Bjork swan dress?).

I have a litmus test when it concerns my event outfits. If it looks like something a cat James Bond would wear, do it. Hasn’t failed me yet (knock on wood!).

One last tip: if you can, book an appointment way in advance with a professional fur stylist for the day of the event. I’m paws-itive you could deal with your own styling, but having a pro take care of it for you implies one less thing to worry about.

A cat in pursuit of a lifelong dream

DEAR TABBY: I’ve chose to pursue my lifelong dream of competing as a professional kitty bodybuilder, and I remembered reading in your World’s Sexiest cat interview for people magazine that you stick to a strict diet and workout regimen when you’re preparing for major roles. Do you think I ought to start growing my own organic cat grass and juicing, or ought to I cut my carbs and increase protein from seafood? I’m not sure where to start. What foods work best for you when you’re bulking up for a role? and what are your favorite exercises?

—Fitness fan in Florida

Fine-tuning my abs

DEAR FITNESS: Congrats for pursuing your dream! That first step is always the toughest.

As for nutrition, well, when I have to bulk up for a role, my personal trainer ups my gravy and protein intake — especially turkey. In addition to plyometric exercises (lots of jumping), I do a lot of yoga to prepare myself mentally and help with focus. It’s always important, but even much more so when you’re competing. Eye of the tiger and all, you know.

Keep me posted on your progress, and don’t forget to take some before and after pics. possibly you’ll send me a ticket to your first pro event? Hinweis Hinweis. Ich würde gerne gehen.

An appropriate gift for a host family?

DEAR TABBY: I work as a medical researcher, and I’m conducting a study on Japan’s cat cafe culture — specifically any relationship between cat cafes and lowered tension levels in humans. next fall I head overseas to live and work in Japan, and when I first arrive, I’ll be staying with a host family, with whom I’ll be living until I acclimate and find a place of my own.

I’d very much like to bring them some kind of small present, something to say “thank you for welcoming me into your home.” Was schlagen Sie vor?

—Traveling researcher in Riverside

It never hurts to bring a gift

DEAR TRAVELING: That’s very thoughtful and stylish of you. A small token sets the stage for a smooth visit.

I’ve stayed with host families overseas a number of times, and I always like bringing gourmet cat treats from home — things my hosts may not have easy access to over there.

What about swinging by your favorite artisanal catnip shop before you leave, or do you know of anyplace near you that makes organic, locally-sourced kitty treats? once you’ve chose on a gift, wrapping it upmacht es etwas nützlicher und besonderer. Ihre Gastgeber können ein Farbband erneut abzusetzen, sagen Sie, und können Sie damit spielen können, nachdem sie die Leckereien beendet haben.

Oh, und vergiss nicht die Dankeschönkarte!

Ihre freundlichen Nachbarschafts-Schönheits-Süchtigen,

ANZEIGE

Karen und Tabs.

P. S Ich hatte heute Abend mit Ihnen in der Walking Dead Treade Twitter Party. Vielen Dank, dass Sie mich während der Show halten. Ich habe mich immer noch nicht vollständig von dieser Szene mit Rick über Carl erholt, und ich bin mir nicht sicher, ob ich jemals bin. heilig verliert deinen sh * t, batman!

Was für eine tolle Show !!!