Samantha is a four-year-old Afghan Hound from Edinburgh, Scotland, whose gorgeous blonde hair and fashionable outfits have made her a standout on Instagram. With her long, silky coat, elegant posture, and impressive collection of accessories, this stylish dog looks perfectly comfortable posing in everything from designer-inspired ensembles to vintage clothing borrowed from her mom’s closet.

Behind Samantha’s fashionable appearances is her dog mom, Bethany Plevri, who never imagined that bringing home an Afghan Hound puppy would lead to such a creative hobby. What began as a few playful photographs has grown into an Instagram account called @afghanhoundinthecity, where Samantha shows off outfits that could easily belong in a fashion magazine.

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A Beautiful Afghan Hound With a Personality of Her Own

Bethany had always dreamed of having an Afghan Hound. She loved the breed’s distinctive appearance and the fact that these dogs were relatively uncommon, so she was determined to welcome one into her family.

There was another consideration when choosing a dog. Bethany’s husband has allergies, and the couple had been advised that a female Afghan Hound or Poodle might be suitable for their household.

Bethany eventually found a breeder near Aberdeen, Scotland, and brought Samantha home when she was just three months old. She also wanted her new puppy to have a name that sounded like it belonged to another person living in the house.

“She needed a name that felt like it was from the 1960s or 1970s,” Bethany explained to Vogue. The name Samantha suited that idea perfectly, especially because the family could talk about her as though she were another roommate.

As Samantha grew, her long, flowing coat became one of her most recognizable features. Keeping that beautiful hair looking its best, however, required plenty of attention.

Her Gorgeous Hair Comes With a Daily Routine

When a groomer in Edinburgh suggested shaving Samantha’s coat, Bethany decided to take responsibility for grooming her dog herself. She developed a routine that typically takes around 30 minutes each day. The process involves brushing, combing, and occasional baths to maintain Samantha’s long hair. Bethany often fits these grooming sessions into the time when her two young children are napping.

“It’s a race to finish before one of the kids wakes up,” she shared.

Her grooming supplies include a Denman paddle brush for detangling, a boar-bristled brush for smoothing the coat, and a Dyson Airwrap with various attachments. She has also experimented with grooming products, including conditioner from her own hair care collection.

The results give Samantha her signature appearance, with smooth blonde hair that falls gracefully around her face and shoulders. Her beautiful coat also provides the perfect finishing touch for the outfits Bethany puts together.

Samantha’s Fashion Career Started by Accident

Samantha’s fashionable Instagram presence was never part of Bethany’s original plan. One day, she dressed her dog in an outfit and discovered a spot at home where the lighting worked especially well for photographs.

That simple experiment inspired more pictures, and Bethany gradually became more confident with styling and photography. Samantha also became increasingly familiar with the routine.

“Samantha has found her angles,” Bethany joked, adding that she has learned how to use the camera more effectively.

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Her wardrobe now includes satin, striped shirts, scarves, leather jackets, pearls, lace, and other eye-catching pieces. Some looks are sophisticated and glamorous, while others lean toward playful combinations that make Samantha resemble a fashion model.

Surprisingly, these outfits do not require an expensive wardrobe made especially for dogs. Bethany frequently borrows pieces from her own closet or finds accessories at thrift stores around Edinburgh. She appreciates the city’s willingness to embrace unusual personal style, and Samantha has become a wonderful subject for experimenting with that creativity.

A Four-Legged Fashion Icon Who Loves an Unexpected Look

Bethany believes Samantha looks particularly good in swing coats, although the Afghan Hound has modeled many different styles. From headscarves and pearls to bold jackets and carefully arranged hair accessories, her photographs show just how inventive her mom can be.

When asked which fashion house would best suit Samantha, Bethany chose Valentino. It is easy to see the comparison in the dog’s elegant coat and the dramatic silhouettes of her outfits.

Yet Samantha remains a dog with her own reactions to the world around her. During a meeting at the Kimpton Hotel in Edinburgh, she suddenly became alert and barked at an approaching man. Bethany wondered whether his jacket had caught her attention. 

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For Bethany, dressing Samantha is ultimately about having fun and expressing personal style without following conventional rules. She enjoys the freedom of putting together something unexpected, even on an ordinary weekday morning.

And Samantha continues to provide the perfect model for those experiments. With her flowing blonde hair, distinctive outfits, and growing collection of photographs, this Afghan Hound has turned a simple family hobby into a delightful showcase of canine fashion.

This content was created with AI assistance and edited by the iHeartDogs team.