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No dog should be seen without these high-fashion helmets this Autumn. Rajeev Basu, a Creative director, was inspired by his own sleepy pet to make a cosy head-piece for dozing doggies. He now sells them for $500 - $550. New York-based Rajeev noticed his formally abandoned chiweenie Remy (a dachshund/chihuahua mix) dozing, so he decided to fashion soft and padded helmets to make it a more comfortable experience. He tells Cover Images (www.cover-images.com): ??sI had no idea dogs slept so much. I think Remy has taken it up competitively. While there are lots of things out there for dogs, I wondered if I could make something a little more interesting, irreverent, and with a sharper aesthetic. I???m a big fan of brands like OAMC, Craig Green, Raf Simons, and early Maison Margiela.??? The pieces are made from Japanese parts, and luxury fabrics from France and Italy. Rajeev says: ??sThey are designed to keep dogs warm and nap-ready wherever they are. Each is one-of-a-kind and handmade in New York. We only make one of each helmet. Both to keep them special, and so we can focus on coming up with new ideas.??? Rajeev says of his handsome muse and model: ??sRemy was abandoned and roaming the streets just over a year ago, we adopted him, built his confidence, and try and keep him happy and entertained as much as possible." While Rajeev has no formal fashion background, he designed the collection in collaboration with Kelly Miller, a veteran fashion designer who has worked at places including Rebecca Minkoff, Kate Spade, and Tommy Hilfiger. New ideas and collections will be released in coming months. And pieces will continue to be one-of-a-kind or very small run. Where: New York, United States When: 17 Sep 2020 Credit: Rajeev Basu/Cover Images **MANDATORY CREDIT: Rajeev Basu/Cover Images. Only for use in this story. Editorial Use Only. No stock, books, advertising or merchandising without photographer's permission**