show jumping fashionistas

olivia dales in KEP helmet with swarovski crystal trim

I was in equestrian fashion heaven at Arena UK Showjumping Championships in Sept. Not only was I surrounded by showjumping talent from grassroots to the top guns but everywhere I looked riders were competing against each other in the style stakes too. It seems many show jumpers are fearless when it comes to standing out from the equestrian crowd and the top end clothing designers are certainly coming up with the goods. Let's just hope some of these ideas filter down into some of the cheaper brands who still seem to think boring is best!  Anyway to prove what a difference some stylish details can make-here's a selection of the best turned out....

oh so cool contrasts and cavalry style seams from equiport

the best boots have all the trimmings-anyone know who these croc topped pair are by?

ruff ruff-this Kingsland venice ladies show shirt is on my wish list

rock chic belts plus bootilicious breeches from Gersemi

SSG bling bling gloves

And of course horses don't forget our four legged friends...

tantrums and tiaras-head turning browbands

handbag sized dogs with glam accessories and attitude

Thanks to Nicky Bethell for her photos- fab-u-lous darling!

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