Tabs

Who is Tabs the Cat? About six years ago I befriended a stray, flea-bitten tabby cat with a bad case of worms. I could see he’d fallen on hard times, but his profound knowledge of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye. We became fast friends, and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model). 🙂

What the hell?! Whoa, whoa, whoa, woman — what’s with all the yelling? I was just taking a nap. I need my beauty sleep, you know, if I’m going to be up partying all night.

What’s that, you say? You’re trying to keep me awake so I sleep through the night? You know that doesn’t make a lick of sense, right? I do my best kitty modeling work in the middle of the night.

Case in point: my MAC shoot for the new Menagerie Collection. I shot that around 3 a.m. here in the living room.

Of course I did! How do you think it got done? MAC sent a crew over while you were sleeping on the job, and we shot it in a single take.

I don’t make these things up. And how would you know anyway? You’re always sleeping at the most inopportune moments. I swear, it’s like you turn into a pumpkin at midnight. You do know that in the kitty modeling world, everyone who’s anyone works at night?

Anyway, this convo is exhausting. If you need me, I’ll be napping in my office.

What? No, not the closet. My office — the one where you store all of your clothes.

And please don’t forget to post my kitty modeling pictures to my online portfolio today. My fans really look forward to seeing them. 🙂

Peace out,

Tabs

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Who is Tabs the Cat? About six years ago I befriended a stray, flea-bitten tabby cat with a bad case of worms. I could see he’d fallen on hard times, but his profound knowledge of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye. We became fast friends, and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model). 🙂

So I told the guy, “No, really, you can go. I got this,” and he completely ignored me! He just kept doing his repairs.

I can’t believe my assistant didn’t read my memo. I told her that I could do any office repairs myself because I’m a fully qualified kitty contractor. I even have my own tool belt.

It’s true. A lot of people think I’m just a plus-size kitty supermodel, but I’m also pretty good with my paws…

In fact, I built my kitty condo from scratch, all five levels, 18 square feet, with carpeted walls and an observation deck/lounge.

Find me another kitty supermodel who can do that…

Which reminds me, I had a hectic week. I modeled for Rimmel, Maybelline, a few other brands and did a cover shoot for my new workout DVD (a great Christmas gift for the cat in your life).

Purr usual, I’m reprinting the modeling campaign photos here in my online portfolio. I hope they meet your discerning standards.

XOXO,

Tabs

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Who is Tabs the Cat? About six years ago I befriended a stray, flea-bitten tabby cat with a bad case of worms. I could see he’d fallen on hard times, but his profound knowledge of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye. We became fast friends, and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model). 🙂

To Whom It May Concern:

This sucks.

My assistant took the day off today to go galavanting with her — whatever, someone she knows — against my objections, so I’ve had to fend for myself. Of course, she also neglected to prepare sufficient gravy for me before leaving, and there appears to be something wrong with the device she uses to secure access to the cans. I am not sure, but I believe the apparatus is incompatible with my delicate paws.

Needless to say, today has been…less than fruitful. I am hungry, fussy and bored. I will have to take this up with my assistant when she returns, because this kind of neglect is totally unacceptable.

Other than the weekend being a complete bust, I did turn in some stellar kitty modeling work, if I do say so myself. Last week I modeled for Benefit, Urban Decay and a few other brands. One of the photographers was so impressed by my work that he called me a modeling savant.

I would have felt more flattered if the observation hadn’t been so obvious.

Per usual, I am reprinting the modeling campaign photos here in my online portfolio. I hope you are as impressed by them as I am.

XOXO,

Tabs

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Who is Tabs the Cat? About six years ago I befriended a stray, flea-bitten tabby cat with a bad case of worms. I could see he’d fallen on hard times, but his profound knowledge of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye. We became fast friends, and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model). 🙂

Who the heck invites a bobcat to a Halloween party? That’s what I want to know.

Yeah, Tabs went to Karl Lagerfeld’s big Halloween bash last night, and there was this bobcat there — huge cat — apparently he does a lot of print ads and covers for cat romance novels. Anyway, I guess he had a little too much catnip because he went batsh*t crazy at one point, smashed a sliding glass window and fell in the pool.

Yes, it was that kind of party.

Tabs said it was OK, but if you’ve been to one kitty supermodel Halloween party, you’ve been to ’em all. Same thing, different day. Choupette, Lagerfeld’s cat, went as a dominatrix…

Yeah, bo-ring.

I mean, you work with Karl Lagerfeld, for crying out loud. Do something original.

Tabs went as a mummy cat, but only because he was still dressed up after shooting an ad campaign yesterday for Illamasqua.

All things considered, it sounds like it was a good party. Tabs said the catnip hard candies were great.

Tabs actually did do some work this weekend, so it wasn’t all fun and games. If you’re interested, here are the highlights from his kitty modeling campaigns…

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Who is Tabs the Cat? About six years ago I befriended a stray, flea-bitten tabby cat with a bad case of worms. I could see he’d fallen on hard times, but his profound knowledge of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye. We became fast friends, and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model). 🙂

Guess what plump tabby cat rocked the modeling world this week.

That’s right — Tabs. He starred in five major ad campaigns for MAC, Maybelline and Wet n Wild (among other brands), and he did have to travel, but it was just an overnight trip to New York for the Maybelline shoot, and then a quick hop up to Toronto for MAC.

He’s back home now and resting in his cat tower.

Um, I don’t want to jinx anything, but I’ve got some potentially big news…

Tabs is in negotiations with the Tyra Banks Company to do a cat version of America’s Next Top Model.

Can you believe it!? It’s really exciting, but don’t tell anyone you heard it from me. It’s strictly hush-hush for now. I think People magazine has an exclusive on the story, but since we’re family, I can tell you (off the record).

Tabs and Tyra go way back, so we’re pretty sure it’s gonna happen. Fingers crossed.

Without further ado, here are this week’s kitty modeling jobs starring Tabs.

BTW, he loves hearing your feedback and/or adoration, so please let him know what you think in the comments. 🙂

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Who is Tabs the Cat? About six years ago I befriended a stray, flea-bitten tabby cat with a bad case of worms. I could see he’d fallen on hard times, but his profound knowledge of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye. We became fast friends, and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model).

Dear friends and felines,

As a full-time kitty supermodel of some renown, I spend many days and nights “dolled up.” I’m used to getting into character for modeling spreads, which is one of the reasons I absolutely, positively love Halloween.

That…and the cat treats.

In my neck of the woods, the cats go all out! Everyone dresses up in costume and parades around the circle like it’s a catwalk in Milan. Then we trick or treat at each other’s houses.

Of course, my place always gives the best treats. Fancy Feast Appetizers all the way.

I’m already feeling the Halloween spirit, and I encourage you to start planning your costume now. You don’t want to leave it to your assistant to make a rash, last-minute decision (trust me, that never works out).

Start now, and get the jump on your feline adversaries. Don’t let anyone else win Best Cat Costume of The Year.

On that note, here are 25 of the best cat costumes available for fashionable felines like yourself.

Enjoy! 🙂

25 Cat Costumes for Fashionable Felines

1. Sharknado Cat Hat ($20)

Every week is Shark Week when you wear the Sharknado Cat Hat!!

Available now at the NotsoKittyShop Etsy store.

2. CoolCats Orange and Black Halloween Costume Tutu Dress ($29.95)

Be a prima ballerina for a day in this festive orange and black tutu dress.

Available now at the RockinDogs Etsy shop.

3. Carmen Miranda-Inspired Cat Hat/Kitty Fruit Salad ($30)

Channel your inner Brazilian Bombshell with your very own basket filled with glittering fruit.

Available now at the NoSoKittyShop Etsy store.

4. Nurse Cat Hat ($32)

Temperatures will rise when you wear this nurse hat to your next Halloween party. Paging Dr. Naughty.

Available now at the ToScarboroughFair Etsy shop.

5. Mermaid Halloween Cat Costume ($8)

This mermaid costume should go swimmingly with almost all fur patterns and colors.

Available now at Petco stores.

6. Daniel Boone Pet Costume ($27)

Both city and country kitties will appreciate this ruggedly handsome costume…

Available now at the DogAndCatWorld Etsy shop.

7. Cupcake Cat Costume ($21)

Resistance will be futile when you wear this sweet cupcake costume…

Available now iheartneedlework Etsy shop.

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How’s it going, babe? What are you up to? I’m flying solo tonight because El Hub is upstairs doing something for work on his laptop, and Tabs is at his desk approving orders for his new kitty apparel line.

That cat is always up to something… He’s never content to rest on his laurels. He rose to the top of the international kitty supermodel game, but did he stop there? Nope, he did not. I asked him about it the other day — about why he doesn’t just relax and enjoy his success a little — and he said, “meow.”

Can you believe it? “Meow?”

I guess it makes sense… I mean, a model can’t work forever, after all. It’s smart of him to diversify.

In other news, Tabs turned in another five kitty modeling jobs this week, and here they are. Hope you enjoy. 🙂

Who is Tabs the Cat? About six years ago I befriended a stray, flea-bitten tabby cat with a bad case of worms. I could see he’d fallen on hard times, but his profound knowledge of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye. We became fast friends, and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model).

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Who is Tabs the Cat? About six years ago I befriended a stray, flea-bitten tabby cat with a bad case of worms. I could see he’d fallen on hard times, but his profound knowledge of high fashion and department store cosmetics led me to believe that he was more than meets the eye. We became fast friends, and now he’s actually my boss (and a successful kitty model).

This was a pretty easy week for Tabs, all things considered. No redeye flights or business hotels. In fact, Tabs didn’t travel at all. He stayed here in Novato the entire week.

He did have a slew of modeling jobs, though, but everything was shot in studio with a green screen.

It’s pretty amazing what they can do nowadays…

You might be interested in one of his gigs — the one for MAC. It was really interesting. A crew showed up at the front door the other morning with a portable photography backdrop and one of those fancy metal suitcases. They open the case, and what’s inside? How about a $250,000 diamond necklace from Tiffany!?

The necklace was a loaner specifically for the shoot. The crew set up the backdrop in the dining room while a MAC makeup artist did Tabs’ makeup. Then they brought in this huge prop of a giant MAC 217 brush, stood it up next to Tabs in front of the backdrop, and the photographer got the shot.

Amazing, right? 🙂

And here’s the final result…

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