Thursday's Threads: Christmas Edition

 

We planned ahead this week so even though today was a travel day I DO have a riding outfit to share. We have a repeat model because Al is often the only one who wears the full outfit when we have something fun. Eros doesn't usually wear the fun boots because I prefer him in polos (though occasionally we make an exception). And most often Shiny doesn't use the fun pad since she prefers her Mattes pads. Since we wore Chanukah last week, this week we went with a more Christmassy look. Here's what Al had on:

It was pretty chilly so butt cape was a must.

Bridle: Joseph Sterling
Brow Band: homemade

It's hard to see, but that's our Ugly Sweater brow band. I made them from a dog leash, and they're pretty perfect. 

Saddle: Butet

Saddle Pad: Equine Star

Half Pad: Mattes

Quarter Sheet: Equine Wears

The butt cape kinda buried the saddle pad, but it's our ugly sweater one. Let's talk about the quarter sheet though, shall we? Once I knew I wasn't returning to the old barn, I decided to replace the navy wool quarter sheets with green ones. (I still have them available for sale if anyone is looking though!) So I ordered these from Equine Wears on Etsy. I've ordered from her before, and her work is beautiful. These are similar to a melton wool which is fairly thin, so I paid extra for the double weight. They were made pretty quickly and sent off to me, but then Canada post when on strike. My quarter sheets had made it all the way to the border before getting held up due to the strike. Like if she had been able to ship one day earlier they'd have come right away. But alas, they were in quarter sheet purgatory for just over a month. They finally arrived a couple days before Christmas. Just in time for the really cold weather! Anyway, the delay was no fault of the maker, and I'm thrilled with them. Definitely recommend. I especially like the shape at the bottom so it doesn't interfere with your leg/spur. I was using the Kentucky fleece ones I have in the interim and the horses really can't feel my leg or spur through those. Or at least, they used it as a good excuse to ignore them... One of those. Haha!

Boots: Equine Star

These are the same ugly sweater print as the saddle pads. The Equine Star boots aren't the highest quality, but they sure are adorable! 

Here's what I was wearing:

Time for the yearly wearing of the red breeches!

Helmet: One K Avance CCS MIPS

I didn't get the best angle here, but it has the green top piece in there to keep with the Christmas look. I should have put the red front shield and rails in but I didn't think to until now. Maybe next year!

Vest and sweatshirt: Artscow

I used the same ugly sweater print to make this vest and hoody as Al has on his saddle pad and boots. I love this one because I took some ugly sweater images that were in the public domain to compile this. I made sure to include a leg lamp sweater and a Chanukah sweater so I'm staying true to my roots while also being Christmas appropriate. It was really cold though, so I wound up having to wear a jacket over top. Kinda took away from the look I was going for, but I'd rather be warm.

Belt: Zazzle

I went with the Chanukah belt for a few reasons. Firstly because I was lazy and it was already out from last week's outfit. And secondly, I figured it worked because it's ugly sweaters, and also the print on my shirt does include a Chanukah sweater. 

Breeches: Tailored Sportsman

I spent a bunch of money trying to find the perfect red breeches awhile back, but never really was fully satisfied with what I had. Then one day these popped up second hand, and I figured I might as well just get then since I knew they'd be what I really wanted. And they are! I'm not really a red person, so pretty much only wear them on Christmas and maybe Fourth July. At that rate, they should last me a good long time.

Paddock Boots and Half Chaps: Celeris UK

I almost wore the full chaps due to the cold (I don't think we got out of the low 20's this day) but decided to wear these since I think they are green. The color is called Petrol which some consider in the blue family, but this particular shade leans green. At least to me. They're nice and warm with their sheepskin lining. 

And that's it for holiday outfits this year! But fear not, we still have Valentine's day to look forward to. And St Patty's. And Easter! I can't wait for the peeps outfit to make another appearance.