Although I couldn't buy everything that I saw @ Equine Affaire this last weekend, there were a few great new products that I would have loved to purchase. Among the many that I found are my five FAVORITE couture items that I managed to find:1. Kingsland Equestrian's Tadmore Down Vest. While this company is not new, they made their debut in the U.S. this year. JPC Equestrian is acting as distributor for their products, and although Kingsland's clothing line may be hard to find at the moment, their products are sure to become a hit! This vest is remarkably comfortable, and will make a statement both in the warm-up ring and in public. The product features Kingsland's signature plaid design on the back of the neck, and is lightweight enough so it doesn't get in your way while riding, yet packed with enough down to keep you warm throughout the winter. And when you get tired of its design, it's reversible, giving you a fresh, new look!
2. O'Shaugnessy riding apparel by Sara Griot. Griot started this line of riding jackets and show coats in January 2012. If you're looking for a clean, classy look in Welcome to the Equinista Blogspot - where fashion and horses collide! Here, you'll learn how to stay up-to-date in the equestrian world of fashion; will find new, innovative brands available around the globe, as well as brand items at bargain prices; and can discover which celebrities are inspired by equinistas, who are taking the fashion world by storm! If you want a clean, classic look in the show ring, but want to stand out, look no further. The immaculate show coats are designed with the hunter rider in mind, and come in colors including chocolate, grey, and dark blue. Although the exterior of the coats are absolutely beautiful, the interior lining is the really eye-catching aspect. With paisley patterns inside, every equinista will be wearing these jackets in the show ring in no time!
3. Joules Melbury Tweed Jacket. Although the British riding apparel compa
ny wasn't at EA, I found this gorgeous tweed jacket hanging up in the Saratoga Saddlery booth. The product can be worn while riding as well as in a professional environment, and is tailored to flatter all shapes and sizes, and features four gorgeous gold and burgundy buttons and two pocket flaps on the front. The price seems a little steep at $219.95, but when you find a clothing item that makes you feel gorgeous no matter what your size, sometimes it's worth the investment.
4. Dublin Cascade Boots. Last year the Dublin River Boot was all the rage because of its comfort and affordability compared to its more expensive counterpart, the Dubarry Kitternan Fleece Boot (which is absolutely lovely - the only problem is that not everyone can afford a boot that retails at $499 - yikes!). The Dublin Cascade Boot, which retails at $198.95, has a new buckle style that gives it a look different than any other footwear out there. It is stylish, yet still comfortable and practical, as the boots are water-resistant and are made with and RCS footbed
system. Whether you're walking around outside, or riding, this product is built with the rider's comfort and durability in mind.
5. Arista Eq Bit Fleece. I'm going to go on a bit of a tangent now, because if there's one piece of fashion advice I can offer, it is to never ever wear fleece in public. EVER. Fleece is not meant to be flattering. It is something that you'll often see your grandmother wear to exercise class (or to the casino, depending on how you look at it), or what you'll wear to vacuum on the weekend. However, when I felt the Arista Eq Bit Fleece at the In The Stirrup booth, I completely disregarded this. Mainly, because the fleece felt so...gosh darn...nice. And with the price marked down to $95 from its original price of $12o, it sure is hard to refuse. It also is quite flattering for the svelte rider, but if you're not a twig, you're out of luck. Anyone with curves will have a hard time finding a way to make this brand fit well on them. So although I thought that this product looked absolutely gorgeous (and felt wonderful!) on my supermodel thin friend, I had to pass on purchasing it.
3. Joules Melbury Tweed Jacket. Although the British riding apparel compa
ny wasn't at EA, I found this gorgeous tweed jacket hanging up in the Saratoga Saddlery booth. The product can be worn while riding as well as in a professional environment, and is tailored to flatter all shapes and sizes, and features four gorgeous gold and burgundy buttons and two pocket flaps on the front. The price seems a little steep at $219.95, but when you find a clothing item that makes you feel gorgeous no matter what your size, sometimes it's worth the investment.4. Dublin Cascade Boots. Last year the Dublin River Boot was all the rage because of its comfort and affordability compared to its more expensive counterpart, the Dubarry Kitternan Fleece Boot (which is absolutely lovely - the only problem is that not everyone can afford a boot that retails at $499 - yikes!). The Dublin Cascade Boot, which retails at $198.95, has a new buckle style that gives it a look different than any other footwear out there. It is stylish, yet still comfortable and practical, as the boots are water-resistant and are made with and RCS footbed
system. Whether you're walking around outside, or riding, this product is built with the rider's comfort and durability in mind. 5. Arista Eq Bit Fleece. I'm going to go on a bit of a tangent now, because if there's one piece of fashion advice I can offer, it is to never ever wear fleece in public. EVER. Fleece is not meant to be flattering. It is something that you'll often see your grandmother wear to exercise class (or to the casino, depending on how you look at it), or what you'll wear to vacuum on the weekend. However, when I felt the Arista Eq Bit Fleece at the In The Stirrup booth, I completely disregarded this. Mainly, because the fleece felt so...gosh darn...nice. And with the price marked down to $95 from its original price of $12o, it sure is hard to refuse. It also is quite flattering for the svelte rider, but if you're not a twig, you're out of luck. Anyone with curves will have a hard time finding a way to make this brand fit well on them. So although I thought that this product looked absolutely gorgeous (and felt wonderful!) on my supermodel thin friend, I had to pass on purchasing it.
