Thursday's Threads

 

No theme today, but it's still a very fun outfit! Shiny is our model this week, so let's jump right in with her outfit!

Look how nicely she stood up for her photo this week! I can never get her to stand square up front. 

Bridle: Joseph Sterling

Browband: Dark Jewel Designs

We kept it simple for the bridle this week. Though she does have spikes on her browband. 

Saddle: Butet
Half Pad: Le Mieux
Baby Pad: Lettia

Just rediscovered these baby pads in my shed and realized how perfectly they work with today's boots. A great discovery! Also that half pad is very much too big for this saddle. 

Boots: AnatomEq

These boots from AnatomEq are really lovely. They are all mesh for breathability which is what AnatomEq is known for. They also wash up really nicely. 

That's what Shiny had on this week, and here's what I wore:

FUN BOOTS! I know, I haven't worn these yet this year!

Helmet: Samshield

I'm loving my glossy helmet. Yay for closeout sales!

Shirt: FitEq

I feel like with all the color on these boots, a nice black tee was perfect!

Belt: Sandy Duftler

I stumbled across this ages ago on Facebook marketplace and it's still one of my favorite finds. 

Breeches: Tailored Sportsman

I snagged these from HR Apparel on Instagram. She's my go-to for discount TS. They are the old fabric, and were brand new with the tags still on! The pink matches the piping on my boots nearly exactly!

Boots: Celeris UK

I know lime green croc isn't for everyone. But it ABSOLUTELY is for me. I just love how these came out. And I am constantly surprised at how many different outfits I can make for them with clothes I already own. 

That's it for today! Tell me what you've been waiting to see. Or if there's a color I should do soon. 

Thursday's Threads

 

Outfit Day! And I have a fun one, though Shiny's outfit is a recent repeat. What can I say? It's winter. We'll start with Shiny since she's cuter.

That's right! It's neon again! I mean, now that I have the boots, I'm busting out all the neon!

Bridle: Joseph Sterling

Okay, so the bridle isn't neon. I need to make a new neon browband. I have one that I made from Biothane, but it's not my yellow and pink. I need a green and pink one to go with the boots.

Saddle: Butet
Saddle Pad: Hangry Mare

I think Hangry Mare is out of business which is too bad, because she makes beautiful pads. I actually scored this one from Facebook Marketplace awhile back. Great find!

Boots: AnatomEq

I should also get some fun neon fabric for boot tabs... until then though, these mesh boots from AnatomEq are wonderful. 

That's what Shiny had on this week, and here's what I wore:

All the neon, all the time. #80sbaby

Helmet: One K Avance CCS with MIPS

My helmet is not neon. But it has bling so that counts.

Sweater: John + Jenn

I honestly don't remember where this sweater came from. I've had it awhile, but haven't given it enough attention. But I will now! 

Belt: Sandy Duftler

I found this I think on Facebook too. Imagine my delight when I found a NEON Duftler spur belt for a great price. Utter glee my friends.

Breeches: Dover Wellesley

I toned it down a little with the pants today. I COULD have gone all out and done some bright pink but these breeches are warmer. So they won out.

Boots: Celeris UK

I just love looking at them. They are the most ridiculous in all the best ways, and I LOVE them. Plus I can't properly explain to you all how comfortable these were straight from the box. 

That's it for this week! What do you think? Have I made neon classy? CAN neon be classy? Remains to be seen, but I'm doing my part!

Thursdays Threads

 

Outfit Day! And yes, I have the new boots for you today. Aren't you excited?? I'm gonna make you wait though because Shiny wants to go first. Here's what she's wearing:

Why yes I did have a matching saddle pad already in the arsenal!

Bridle: Joseph Sterling

Brow Band: Dark Jewel Designs

Apparently she was very tired. All of the bridle photos I snapped feature her eyes closed. At least this one has her ears up! 

Saddle: Butet
Saddle Pad: The Hangry Mare

I snagged this saddle pad from Facebook marketplace a few years ago already. But I haven't actually used it, which just goes to show that I'm not having enough neon in my life lately. I love my pads from The Hangry Mare, but I think she's out of business. 

Boots: Anatomeq

I really like these boots from Anatomeq. They are very breathable, and wash up really nicely too. 

Okay, now it's my turn and you can see the boots!

I heart me some neon. And these boots are so much nicer than the DIY ones I painted. 

Helmet: Samshield

I figured most of this outfit was loud enough, so I picked a not loud helmet for this ride.

Sweater: Ralph Lauren

I got this at the Ralph Lauren outlet near me YEARS ago. Like I don't remember how long ago it was it's been that long. It's just a cotton blend, no wool, but it's still really heavy and warm, so perfect for this time of year. And even more perfect because it matches my boots so perfectly. 

Belt: Sandy Duftler

Another Facebook Marketplace find, probably from around the same time I got the saddle pad, but possibly older. It barely fits me, but it DOES, so that's a win.

Breeches: Dover Wellesley

I really love these pants for winter. I'm really pretty broken up that breeches brands only want to use tech fabric now. Clearly only catering to the show crowd that doesn't spend any time in winter temperatures. Annoying.

And finally! THE BOOTS!

Boots: Celeris UK

LOOK AT THEM! I know they're a lot, and they're definitely not for everyone. But they are absolutely FOR ME! The heel, top, and toe are glittery which you can maybe see better here:

Kind of. Not really. It's hard to photograph. The stitching is pink to match the piping which I didn't even know was an option and I will now look into for every pair of boots ever. 

I have a shocking amount of clothing to match these which I am very excited about. Most of it is more spring/summer weight stuff but that's okay because I am NOT trashing these in the ice and snow this winter. So you might not see them again for a little bit, but you will plenty when the weather gets better.

Thursday's Threads

 

Outfit Day! It's been so hot around here this week that I thought breathable and perforated should be the theme today. Eros wanted to be the model so we'll start with his outfit.

Here's what he had on today:

Okay, I know he's still sporting the dad bod, but he is slightly trimmer and definitely sporting more muscle. Still could work on that core though.... 

Bridle: Pinnacle 
Browband: Boy O'Boy Bridleworks

It makes me really sad that Blogger doesn't respect photos. This shot looks so clear and bright on my phone. Yet dark and meh on this platform. Anyway, I am really happy with these bridles, especially for the price point. 

Saddle: Butet
Saddle Pad: Anatomeq
Half Pad: Mattes

I really love the Anatomeq Perfeq junmper pads. They're expensive, but they really do a nice job of being breathable and they stay in place nicely without needing attachment pieces. I would love to add some more to our rotation one of these days. 

Polo Wraps: Alessandro Albanese

Ugh, again with the photo quality, but this time it matters because you can't see that these are mesh. They aren't as breathable as I would have expected because despite the outer layer being mesh, the inside is actually fleece. It's really thin, so I still like them a lot, just wish it was a different material on the inner layer. 

That's what E had on today, and here's what I was wearing:

Yep, back in my colors. I can't help it, most of my stuff falls into this color scheme. 

Helmet: One K

This one could benefit from a cleaning... Ha. I like these helmets a lot, but I do feel like the liners lose their fit after awhile. Or maybe after being ridiculously sweaty on the regular. Regardless, this liner is feeling a little loose these days. Not a big deal to replace it, but kind of annoying.

Shirt: Annva

This is a really comfortable shirt from Amazon that's pretty similar to other brand I like to wear. I honestly don't know why people spend so much money on Lulu Lemon or even TKEQ when Amazon has the same shirts for so much less.

Belt: Unbranded

Nameplates: Halter Tags

I had ordered these nameplates intending to make bracelets with them, but when they arrived, they were much larger than I realized and also really good quality. So good in fact that I couldn't get them to bend to be bracelet functional. So I stuck them on this belt instead. I'm happy with the change in plan!

Breeches: Tailored Sportsman

This is the color Canyon. I spent a lot of time hunting for a used or consignment pair of these and eventually they popped up on my Facebook feed. I was extra thrilled when they were side zip. Probably my current favorite pair of breeches.

Boots: Cavallo Weatherproof Linus

These are the waterproof boots from Cavallo. They're like a nubuck leather. They look brown in this photo but have a slightly more green tint in real life. The color is olive, but I do think they lean more brown than green. I like them though, they've broken in nicely and are very comfortable. 

That's it for today! Any favorites? Anything colors or themes you want to see soon? 

Thursday's Threads

 

Outfit day again! This week is kind of flying by. Not a very exciting outfit today, but we'll have a fun one next week with an Easter candy theme. Eros was our model today, and here's what he had on:

Bridle: Joseph Sterling
Brow band: Dark Jewel Designs

Eros is the first horse I've owned probably ever that flats in more bit than he jumps in. Most of mine use the same bit, but if I had one that jumped in something different it was usually slightly more than what we flatted in. But Eros likes less for jumping. I usually flat him with a little leverage to assist me in getting him to come round without having to pull so hard. But since right now he's just regaining some fitness and not yet doing "real flatwork" I'm riding him in his jumping bit. 

Saddle: Butet
Half Pad: Le Mieux
Baby Pad: Ogilvy

I actually bought this Ogilvy pad for a lil project I'm working on. But I haven't made much progress there so I decided to just use it in the meantime. 

Wraps: Anatomeq

I've really liked how the Eskadron liners and wraps have been working on Eros, but decided I'd like to try Anatomeq's version too. I figure for when it's hot this summer, these might be a better choice. Plus Anatomeq had a crazy sale for their anniversary this year and I snagged this whole set for just over $40 plus the shipping was free. I really like these, but I'm not sure the fit is right for Eros. I'm going to try them a few times and see if I might like them better if I shift the liner down a little lower. But I think they may just be a little too tall for him. Eros has short canon bones so this is a him problem and not a product problem. The wraps themselves are lovely. 

That's what E was wearing this week, and here's what I had on:

It keeps starting out as vest weather these days, but lately, I've been able to take it off part way through the day. Signs of hope for spring coming!

Helmet:Samshield

Yep, still this one. I still love it.

Sweater: Ronner

I've had this sweater for ages, but for whatever reason I haven't worn it much lately. It's such a nice weight because it's double sided, but isn't too thick. I love the little buckle detals for the trim.

 

Belt: Designer Inspired

Listen, I like nice things as much as the rest of us. But I also sometimes like knock offs. 

Breeches: Tailored Sportsman

Still waiting for some other company to figure out why TS breeches fit so much better than any other brand. Seriously. This shouldn't actually be magic. But maybe it is. I dunno. Anyway, these are black with tan patches. I got them second hand via Facebook.

Boots: La Mundial

Yep. These. They're pretty and whatever. But zero out of ten do not recommend dealing with this company. I'm debating whether I want to bring these whenever I make the pilgrimage to get all my broken boots repaired. These are a little bit too big in the calf. But I don't really think I want to spend any more money on them. They don't rub or anything, so are perfectly useful as is. 

That's what we wore today! Kind of a dull outfit, but perfectly nice for riding in anyway. I'm excited to share some ridiculousness next week, but I know me, and I'm pretty sure there will be spoilers on Instagram on Sunday.