Thursday's Threads: May the 4th Edition

 

May 4th fell on a Monday this year, but that didn't stop Shiny and I from wearing our best Star Wars outfit for this week's Thursday's Threads! Here's what Shiny had on:

I've always loved the robots in Stars Wars (the droids if you will) so obviously Shiny is sporting her finest R2D2 outfit. 

Bridle: Punk Ponies
Bonnet: Etsy

We haven't used our holo bridles in AGES! In fact, that last time Shiny wore hers was before she switched to her leather bit. So that's several years. Time to bust them out again, clearly! This bonnet is a little big on her because it's horse size. I'm pretty sure I got this set before I Shiny came here. 

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

I cannot for the life of me remember who the seller was I bought this set from. But I know she was on Etsy. It might have been Hopeful Equestrian, but I'm not confident on that. 

Shiny didn't wear boots this day, so I don't have anything to share here. So I guess it's my turn!

I dressed like space. 

Helmet: Samshield

Shiny helmet is a must for a Star Wars outfit on Shiny pony. Obviously.

Tee: Star Wars

 

I loved this opening scroll shirt when I saw it on Zulily a million years ago. Had to have it!

Belt: Buckle Down

Buckle Down makes the most fun belts! Fun fact, my brother was (is) a huge Star Wars fan. We even named our family dog Leah after Princess Leah.

Breeches: Tailored Sportsman

I would have preferred black breeches for this outfit (these are charcoal) but sadly my black TS went to breeches heaven over the weekend. I should replace them before I can't... I do have a few other pairs of black breeches but none were the weight I wanted for this day. 

Boots: Imperial Riding

Yes, I forgot to snap the top popper. Oops. Don't be distracted by such things, instead, enjoy how ridiculous these mirror boots are! I love these, and should definitely wear them more often!

That's it for today! What did you think? Did we pull off Star Wars Day? 

Thursday's Threads

 

Outfit Day!!! On my birthday! I'm ashamed to admit that I didn't plan a birthday themed outfit, but I will try to remember for next year. Instead, we went with our old standby farm colors today. Al is our model, and here's what he's wearing this week:

I swear, in real life his weight looks pretty good, but in photos he's looking quite thick... No judegement though. I look thick in both scenarios. Haha!

Bridle: Pinnacle
Browband: Boy O'Boy Bridleworks
Hat: Back on Track

He's awfully cute. Especially with his thinking cap on!

Saddle: Butet
Saddle Pad: Ogilvy

Half Pad: Mattes

I must confess that I am very overdue for a good saddle cleaning. Sorry saddle.

He didn't wear boots for this ride, so nothing to share there!

Here's what I had on:

Keeping it casual over here this week! This oufit feels a little 90's era to me, what do you think?

Helmet: One K Avance CCS MIPS

You know I keep it real over here based on the extreme dust level on that brim...

Sweater: Sonoma

I picked this up sometime last year from Kohl's on a clearance rack. It's the perfect weight for this time of year when the temps go up and down every 20 minutes.

Belt: The Sugar Lady

Rio's been on my mind since his birthday just passed last week. So I wore his belt today. It's absolutely one of my most favorite things. 

Breeches: RJ Classics

Snagged these over the winter at a (very chilly) tent sale. My brown TS have given up so it was perfect timing!

Boots: TuffRider Regal, embellished by me

I don't wear these a ton because I'm so worried about messing up the glitter paint. But then I had the realization that I can always re do them. So I'm using more frequently. They're so fun!

And that's it for today! Not a wild outfit, but a nice one all the same. With just enough bling to keep it fun!

What should I wear next week? Or more importantly, what should the horses wear??

Thursday's Threads: French Fries Edition

 

Eros and I had some fun this week with outfit day. We went with a french fry theme because french fries are delicious. Here's what he had on:

You can't really see any of it from this distance. But don't worry. We have close ups.

Bridle: Joseph Sterling
Browband: Homemade

French fry browband! So cute!

Saddle: Butet
Saddle Pad: Ogilvy, embellished by me
Half Pad: Mattes

French Fry ribbon trim! Isn't this a cute print? Also, don't you wish you could eat french fries every day? Why are they so delicious?

Polos: Centaur, embellished by me

Aren't these fry patches adorable? I wasn't sure if they would stay on the interchangeable wraps. And I was right to be uncertain. One did and one did not. And I haven't yet found the one that did not. But, they're still really cute. I just need to make sure I stick the velcro better next time. 

That's what Eros wore for french fry day, and here's what I had on:

You had to know I had a french fry sweater, right? How could I NOT have one?

Helmet: One K Avance CCS with MIPS

I suspect this navy helmet is nearing expiration if it hasn't already passed that date. I wanted to get a closeout navy Samshield to replace it, but I missed the chance on that. Perhaps another will pop up someplace. 

Sweater: Asos

I love having a french fry sweater. My only small complaint with this one is the pink trim. Why would they do that with a red fry box? I was planning to wear red breeches because I forgot about that pink trim, so I had to pivot to navy instead. 

Belt: Homemade by me

I had a hard time finding the perfect fry fabric and/or ribbon for the belt. But I like this one. This is still my first prototype for the interchangeable belt. I want to make something a little nicer, maybe leather lined. Same for the brow band. They're both a work in progress. 

Breeches: Tailored Sportsman

Guys, I'm still worked up about my preferred fabric being discontinued by TS. And I'm even more annoyed that they never actually got cheap on closeout so I could stock up. Rude.

Boots: Celeris UK

This photo is darker than I realized, sorry about that! These are my navy boots with silver trim at the top. They were demo boots, but pretty much exactly my measurements. Can't beat that! Quality, nearly custom boots without the wait and discounted! Total win.

That's it for today! Are you fry lover? What's your favorite potato? I don't have a favorite, I love all potatoes equally. Never met one I didn't like. 

Thursday's Threads

 

We've had some really silly outfits the last couple of weeks, so for today, we dialed it back. Shiny is our model, and here is what she had on this week:

I put a little weight on her this winter, because I really didn't like her ultra svelte physique from last summer. I know the vets were happy, but she just looked a little too lean to me. I think she looks perfect right now though. Well. A little under muscled, but that will come with work.

Bridle: Pinnacle

She really likes when I don't make her wear a bit. But she has to sometimes. It's the rules. Not today though!

Saddle: Butet
Half Pad: Stephens
Baby Pad: Ogilvy

Some day I'll get her a green Mattes half pad. But today is not that day. This one does the job for her just fine!

I have been a little lazy with the leg wear, so she doesn't have boots on. But she did wear our brown Busse ones yesterday when we popped over a couple crossrails. 

So that's what she wore today, and here's what I had on:

Kept it pretty boring today! But I kinda like it. Very earthy. 

Helmet: One K Avance CCS MIPS

I'm so glad I found this sparkly front shield at Equine Affair in the fall. It's made this helmet significantly more fun!

Shirt: FitEq

These tees are a wee bit smaller than I remember them being before winter... But you know, still works!

Belt: Silver Star

I forget where I found this belt, but I know I was really excited that it was my farm colors. I swapped out the boring buckle it came with for this fancy horseshoe one. Which makes it look like I've lost several inches, but really it's just a much larger buckle. It will be our secret. 

Breeches: Tailored Sportsman

I haven't tried to stuff myself into any of my size 26 yet, but at least the size 28 still fit! This color is called Fawn, and it is different than the show tan ones. You all know I love all the shades of tan and brown. Even the weird ones. But this one is pretty tame. 

Boots: La Mundial

I was really wishing I had a nice green pair of Celeris. Well I do, but those are lime green and not what I was going for here. Then I remembered these and they worked nicely for today's outfit. 

And that's it! Any favorites from today? Suggestions for next week? I think I know what we're going to wear, but I'm not positive yet. 

Thursday's Threads: Peeps Edition

 

It's OUTFIT day! Did you think I skipped an Easter outfit since I'm Jewish and Passover overlapped this year? Well fear not. We have our Peeps finest for you today! Al is our main model today since he's well over due for a turn, but everyone got in on the fun so we'll have some extra photos at the end. 

Here's what Al had on for Peeps day:

I've been throwing a little extra hay because our new load of Timothy weighs a lot less than the grass mix we usually get... But he's looking a lil' chonky so I may have to step back a bit on the extra. I imagine though, that as we get going with more work his weight will even out.

Bridle: Joseph Sterling
Browband: Homemade by me

Cap: Back On Track
Bunnies: Peeps

Honestly. He's so cute. I love his messy star.

Saddle: Butet
Half Pad: Ippico
Baby pad: Ogilvy, embellished by me

It was no small task trying to find Peeps ribbon that had the chicks. I really can't say why, but I much prefer the Peeps chicks to the bunnies. It doesn't make any sense. If you offered me a real bunny or a real chick, I'd choose the bunny, no question. But marshmallow treats? Give me the chick. Every time. Yet for some reason, the vast majority of Peeps merch is in the form of the bunny. Thankfully someone out there made some chicks ribbon.

Boots: Premier Equine, embellished by me

I was less successful finding fabric with chicks. But I DID find pet bandanas that worked just as well for the boot straps.

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

Sadly, I couldn't ride with the bunnies because the wind was insane this day. They'd have blown right off. And I can't imagine Al would appreciate bunnies hitting him on the butt. 

Helmet: One K Avance CCS with MIPS

Bunnies: Peeps

I found this headband this year at Walmart, and it's definitely my favorite of our Peeps headbands. They're fuzzy!

Sweatshirt: Fun

I was disappointed when this arrived as it was advertised as a sweater, but it's not. I got over that though because it's so ridiculous and I love it. Also, it features CHICKS!

Belt: C4

C4 also came through with a chicks belt. I've had this a few years now, and I still love it so much!

Breeches: Dover Wellesley

Last year I paired this top with purple breeches, but I didn't love it. So I tried these this year, and I think it's much better. 

Socks: Dreamers and Schemers
Sneakers: Heelys

Had to wear the peeps sneakers out to the barn for today. But don't worry, I didn't get them dirty! Also, in this instance, the bunnies are definitely the appropriate choice for the tongue. But fear not, the chicks are featured on the sides. I've also accepted the bunnies on the socks. But if they made chicks next year, I'd defintely buy them. Just saying.

Boots: Celeris UK

I hummed and hawed about which boots to wear today. I almost chose the lilac ones, and I still think they'd be a great choice. But they are also still bleeding onto the saddle when I wear them, so I opted not to use them. I should find something to seal them with so I wear them more. Those and the mint ones. My pandemic boots. The only time my Celeris boots weren't perfect. Anyway. These pink ones work great for this outfit!

That's what we wore today! Here are some cute shots of Eros and Shiny with their bunnies too.

Shiny's bunnies are on springs, so I thought they might survive the wind. AND THEY DID!