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Sundays with Tabs the Cat, Makeup and Beauty Blog Mascot, Vol. 176

January 29th, 2012 by Karen 18 Comments

Tabs for Essie Bluebird Nail Polish

Back from Vietnamese food for din-din, and now I’m freshly showered and ready to watch the next episode of my latest TV obsession, Downton Abbey!

“…my latest TV obsession.” I must type that phrase at least five time a week.

Anywho, Tabs finally talked me into giving it a try, and I’m so glad I caved because it’s 10 shades of great. It’s filled with royal politicking and machinations, just like life with Tabs. 🙂

The reason he wanted me to watch it is because he’s actually a guest star on the show. Yep, he plays a groundskeeper in a few of the episodes who takes care of the family’s extensive 4-acre zinnia garden.

I’m just about to fire up the next episode, so I gotta run. Feel free to hit me up in the comments if you’d like to Downton Abbey dish.

But first! — highlights from Tabs’ kitty modeling work this week. He had shoots with Essie, Burberry, Tarte, Estée Lauder and Hourglass.

Tabs for the Burberry Cat Carrier

Tabs for Tarte Tabby Tummy Tint in Rainbow Trout

Tabs for Estee Lauder Eye Illuminating Liner

Tabs for Hourglass Makeup Wipes

Who is Tabs the Cat? About three 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). 🙂

Your friendly neighborhood beauty addict,

Karen

P.S. Like his midsection, Tabs’ kitty modeling portfolio is bursting at the seams! Here’s a random sampling of his work, and there’s a lot more in the archives.

Tabs for the Essie Toucan Tabby Collection
Tabs for MAC Flighty
Tabs for the Lush Tiny Paws Moisturizing Bar
Tabs for the L'Occitane Parisian Cats Collection
Tabs for the Kate Spade Cat iPhone Hard Case
Tabs for Essence Nail Polish
Tabs for the Tarte True Blood Collection at Sephora
Tabs for the MAC Semi Precious Collection
Tabs for Urban Decay Fall 2011
Tabs for Too Faced Catnip Flower Shadow Insurance
Tabs for the Guerlain Mirror Mirror Collection
Tabs for the NARS Cat Run Collection
Tabs for the Tokidoki Tabby Rollerball Fragrance
Tabs for the Dior Business Casual Kitty Tie
Tabs for the new Benefit Eye Lovah Palette
Tabs for Justin Bieber Some Other Day Fragrance
Tabs for Givenchy Les Ombres de Lune Palette
Tabs for the Smashbox Cats on Film Collection
Tabs for the Make Up For Ever Smoky Tabby Palette
Tabs for the Urban Decay Book of Shadows Volume 4.5
Tabs for the Sula Beauty Nose & Cheek Tint
Tabs for NARS Larger Than Life Eyeliner in Zinnia
Tabs for Burts Bees Kitty Cat Shampoo
Tabs for Dolce and Gabbana Sweeter Temptations
Tabs for MAC Opulash in White Tiger
Tabs for Les Jeans de Chanel Nail Polishes
Tabs for Tarte Puttin on the Glitz
Tabs for Make Up For Ever Wild and Chic
Tabs for Bobbi Brown Cat Party Shimmer Brick
Tabs for the EcoTools Exfoliating Paw Gloves
Tabs for Chanel Velvet Rouge
Tabs for Pacifica Magic Carpet
Tabs for the Elizabeth Arden Cat Paw Compact
Tabs for MAC Tabby Danger
Tabs for the Dolce and Gabbana Emerald Collection
Tabs for the Sonia Kashuk Feline Brush Belt
Tabs for MAC Red Ribbon Wrapping Paper
Tabs for Tocca Tabby Cat Shampoo
Tabs for the Benefit Big City Kitty Collection
Tabs for the Chanel Resort Collection
Tabs for the Sam Edelman Tabby Print Shoe
Tabs for Gucci Temporary Tattoos
Tabs for NARS Oak Eyeshadow
Tabs for Smashbox Be Legendary Lipstick
Tabs for Benefit Laser Beam Highlighter
Tabs for Dolce & Gabbana Gravy
Tabs for NARS Flamenco
Tabs for the Burberry Cat Carrier
Tabs for Essie Bluebird Nail Polish
Tabs for Tarte Tabby Tummy Tint in Rainbow Trout
Tabs for the MAC Styledriven Collection
Tabs for MAC Paint Pot in Ice Cream Sandwich
Tabs for the Guerlain Cat Tower
Tabs for Laura Mercier Gulliver's Traveling Lip Glace
Tabs for the Benefit Clip-on Tabby Tie
Tabs for Tom Ford Beauty Savanna Mau
Tabs for Urban Decay Sparkling Eyeshadow

Sundays with Tabs the Cat, Makeup and Beauty Blog Mascot, Vol. 176 / Originally published January 29th, 2012

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  1. Kimberly says

    January 29th, 2012 at 10:10 pm

    You know, I always look forward to seeing what Tabs is up to every Sunday. It’s honestly the highlight of my day. I’m so glad Tabs (and you!) entertain all of us on a weekly basis. 🙂

    And girl I am so glad you mentioned Downtown Abbey. I’ve been eyeing it on Netflix for a few weeks, and I know it must be pretty good since we have similar taste in shows!

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  2. Neeraj says

    January 29th, 2012 at 10:21 pm

    OMG Tabs is so sweet…He’s the chubbiest cat on the block….LOL…Loved the Burberry post.He is a kitty with an amazing fashion sense and a makeup diva…No wonder he get onto you to share so many amazing makeups..LOL

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  3. Heidi says

    January 29th, 2012 at 10:23 pm

    I’ve just been informed that Missy has “always wanted a Burberry cat carrier.” OF COURSE she has! I’ll get right on that!

    I am so obsessed with Downton Abbey. I just got done watching the latest episode on PBS. I find the writing so interesting. I love how the “masters” treat the staff with such humanity, and as equals, for the most part. That’s not something you usually see portrayed.

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  4. Julia December says

    January 29th, 2012 at 10:30 pm

    It’s big talent to do look Tabs everyday! I love your cat!

    Julia

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  5. Karen B says

    January 29th, 2012 at 10:41 pm

    Oh the ways in which I love Downton Abbey… Well, it has Dame Maggie Smith in it and the Countess Dowager is Fierce with capital F. And I may also be positively inclined towards it because I saw Dan Stevens (who plays Matthew) live on the West End a couple of years ago and he was so incredibly nice at stagedoor. Yes, and also Branson and Sybil are adorable.
    I really could go on but I’ll spare you 🙂

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  6. Ileana says

    January 29th, 2012 at 10:47 pm

    I love Tabs, makes me miss my Monino and Yaya (they are at home, while I’m working in another state)

    Tabs is adorable!

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  7. Rita says

    January 29th, 2012 at 11:01 pm

    I’m watching the second season of Downton Abbey at the moment. The next episode is on tonite! I hope they will make more seasons (I don’t know if they are going to?)!

    Reply
  8. Sunny @ Mostly Sunny says

    January 30th, 2012 at 2:12 am

    Hahaha I love the Bluebird nail polish one. I bet Tabs caught enough birds in his wild youth!

    Reply
  9. Minnegirl says

    January 30th, 2012 at 3:33 am

    I also look forward to Tabs updates. He reminds me of my big Tabby, Oscar. Have a good week!

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  10. peach_ says

    January 30th, 2012 at 4:35 am

    Yet another great week of kitty modeling! I’d love a Bluebird polish!

    Reply
  11. Nina says

    January 30th, 2012 at 5:49 am

    Burberry cat carrier FTW! 😀

    Karen you are a genius!

    Reply
  12. DonnaN says

    January 30th, 2012 at 6:54 am

    Sorry I’ve been so MIA over the last months….who knew that having a baby would take up so much of my beauty-time?!? LOL!!

    Totally into DOWNTON ABBEY too…..I watched the entire 1st season on Hulu this weekend and am HOOKED!!

    Totally love the Bluebird polish…I’m thinking for a fierce pedi this summer with some cute metallic sandals!!

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  13. Megan says

    January 30th, 2012 at 7:01 am

    Tabs really is the high point of my Sundays. Pepper curls up in my lap and we both admire his work. She sends purrs and head butts.

    And, um. I’d buy a Burberry cat carrier. Totally would. Kill my bank account for months and I wouldn’t care.

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  14. Wendy says

    January 30th, 2012 at 7:07 am

    OMG Karen the cat carrier is a scream! hahahahahahaha

    I’m actually snorting at my desk, the whole office thinks I’ve lost my mind! LOL

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  15. Eleanor says

    January 30th, 2012 at 8:47 am

    I just love Tabs. He is such a handsome and talented guy. That Tarte Tummy Tint looks great. I think my pup, Lucy, needs some for her tummy. 🙂

    Reply
  16. AngieH says

    January 30th, 2012 at 3:26 pm

    Hello hello from Singapore! Frequent lurker to MBB but always too shy to comment:)

    LovIng Downton Abbey over here in Asia! Just read that Shirley McClaine will play Lady Cora’s mother in season 3 , and she will go toe to t

    Reply
  17. AngieH says

    January 30th, 2012 at 3:28 pm

    Oops.. I’m all thumbs today! Anyways Shirley is meant to go toe to toe with Maggie Smith – should be a cracking Season 3 then!!!

    Love the blog, keep up the fabu posts and pics 🙂

    Reply
  18. Nora says

    January 31st, 2012 at 12:53 pm

    I laughed and laughed and laughed at Tabby Tummy Tint. You’re only getting better at these! And they started out on a Great Level!

    Reply

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