From lace to crinolines, and even Birkin bags for dogs: haute couture for animals is a global phenomenon with precise roots. Here’s everything behind it.

1. There’s a dedicated global fair — and luxury is key

Interpets Asia Pacific is the largest industry fair in Japan: the 2025 edition saw around 980 exhibitors and nearly 78,000 visitors over four days at Tokyo Big Sight. Monocle It’s not just a trade fair: it’s a global thermometer for where the pet industry is heading. And where it’s heading is clear: towards luxury. Clothes, bags, and tailored accessories for animals are occupying more and more space among the stands.

Brown or reddish stains under the eyes of our four-legged friends are a very common problem, but often difficult to resolve. Today, we delve into this topic thanks to the advice of a Japanese veterinary ophthalmologist, an expert in pet eye care.

Why do tear stains form?

Here are the 3 main causes identified by the expert: