Thursday's Threads

 

Outfit day again! I swear the weeks just fly by. This week Shiny requested to model and I'm not one to deny her of that pleasure. Here's what we had on for Thursday's Threads this week:

Yep, we're back to our favorite color scheme for this week. Hey, if it works, it works. That's all I'm saying. 

Here's what Shiny had on without me:

I actually think she looks adorable with her ridiculous clip job. Still so dapple-y too!

Bridle: Pinnacle

Brow Band: Boy O'Boy Bridleworks

The ears though! That's some serious ear fuzz happening. I'm still really happy with these bridles, particularly for how cheap they were. Under $100 with reins and they're going strong for a few years now. 

Saddle: Custom Saddlery
Saddle Pad: Mattes

This is currently my favorite Mattes pad that we have. It's exactly the same as the others, I just really like the tan. 

Boots: Uhlan

Um, yes. I forgot to take a boot photo. But these are them, so this is a mostly accurate representation other than the fact that it's outside on a sunny day. I'm really happy with these boots too. They're not very thick and they're made of mesh fabric other than the strike pad and straps, so they seem very breathable. The price point is lovely too. They come in lots of colors.

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

This was yesterday's outfit when it was almost 60 degrees out. Today there were many more layers. MANY MORE. The high was around 40 today, but the wind! And tomorrow? High is 31. This season is ridiculous.

Helmet: One K Avance CCS MIPS

I think I need to swap the liner out on this helmet, it's feeling looser all of a sudden. Or maybe I need to bust out the Samshield for a little bit again. I miss that helmet. 

Sweatshirt: Kohl's

I picked this up on a whim one day when I was in Kohl's for something else. It was just so soft I had to have it. 

Belt: Zazzle

I just love these belts. They're out of stock right now, but I hope very much it's only temporary!

Breeches: Tailored Sportsman

You all have seen these before. These are my smaller sized TS that I don't wear as much, but they're fitting a little better lately, so they've been in the rotation a bit more. 

Boots: Horka

I've mostly been riding in the sheepskin half chaps or my full chaps lately, so I was kind of excited to get to wear these yesterday. Warm weather makes me happy in so many ways.

That's it for this week! Chanukah and Christmas overlap this year, but I'll probably do some holiday outfits over the next couple of weeks. I think it's allowed all December long. It should be anyway. I'm gonna allow it!

Thursday's Threads

 

Outfit Day! We had some fun last week so this week is a little more standard. Eros said it was his turn to model, so let's see what we had on:

I'm taking full advantage of mirror selfies. 

Here's E without me:

I dunno guys, I think the dad bod is improving a little! He doesn't look quite as fat as he did this summer. 

Bridle: Joseph Sterling

Brow Band: Dark Jewel Designs

He looks so cute with his D ring. I think I like him better in the wider noseband though.

Saddle: Butet
Saddle Pad: Wilkers
Half Pad: Mattes

When Ogilvy discontinued their brown option for pads, I decided to try these Wilkers pads. They're half weight, so thinner than a regular pad, but still a little more substantial than the Ogilvy baby pads. They have the same spine shape though which is what keeps them nicely in place. Eros is notorious for getting his pads to shift and bunch, but that doesn't happen with these nor with the Ogilvy ones. 

Polos: Eskadron

You've seen these plenty. I do have lots of polo options, but I prefer these with the climatex over traditional style wraps. So we mostly use the same few. Not that exciting, but not everything in life can be exciting.

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

Bottom layers

Actual outfit

It's that time of year where what you're wearing is rarely visible due to all the layers. So I took two photos. Also, I just really appreciate the mirrors! (Not just for selfies, they're so helpful with noticing things about how the horses are going too. And... well. I've noticed how incredibly uneven my stirrups are.) 

Helmet: One K Avance CCS MIPS

I have the green top and sand front/rails in for now. It matches nicely with my chaps!

Sweater: TK EQ

Vest (pictured above): Kohls

Also I really need to double check my photos because this is entirely out of focus. My apologies. Anyway, this is a wool blend sweater that TK EQ had on closeout a few years back. Once the temps drop below 40, I will have nothing but wool or wool blend on my upper body.

Belt: Zazzle

I love these belts from Zazzle, but sadly they are currently out of stock. I wanted to make some for holiday gifts but alas... Maybe next year.

Breeches: RJ Classics

I wear these all the time. They're a little greener than they're showing up here, but you know that because I've shared them so many times!

Chaps: Journeyman

Paddock Boots: Sheepskin lined from Celeris UK

These have been a game changer since I brought them back out from the depths of my mom's garage. Some days I think I'd like a new pair, but honestly, these are perfectly perfect in every way. I hope I can keep them functional for awhile still. They're SO warm, I can't figure out why I stopped wearing them for winter all those years ago. Probably vanity. That's what's nice about being old. I don't care so much about that stuff any more.

And that's it for this week! Any favorite items? Thoughts on full chaps? Do you have a pair?

Thursday's Threads

 

Outfit day already! Summer always seems to fly by doesn't it? I actually have some new stuff I was really excited to use this week so I hope you like them as much as I do! We'll start with the ponies since their new stuff is the best part.

Bonnets: The Hangry Mare
Bridles: QHP
Browbands: Dark Jewel Designs

I had been on a pretty intense hunt to find mesh bonnets for the kids, but the place that all my friends got their's done only makes one size. (Sorry, but why??) I wanted to have identical ones for Shiny and the horses so I kept looking. Eventually, I stumbled on The Hangry Mare and she had exactly what I was hunting for... and then some... Prices are super reasonable and the items are gorgeous! Highly recommend if you're in the market! The bridles you all have seen before, so no need to to harp on those! Instead, enjoy a bonus bonnet photo so you can see the details better:

Saddles: Eros- Butet, Shiny-Custom Saddlery
Saddle Pads: The Hangry Mare
Eros' half pad is Mattes

Yes, you're seeing that correctly! The Hangry Mare can make custom wool lined saddle pads! So Shiny was able to get one too! I was stupid excited about these. I love how she did the quilting on them especially. I also further customized the non wool pads by getting them done in baby pad weight. I will definitely get more down the road. More affordable that Mattes and much faster turnaround. Plus, who doesn't love supporting a small business?

Boots: Eros- HKM, Shiny- QHP

It's been raining here... a LOT. So I wanted boots that I could wipe the mud off easily for today's ride. These both did the trick!

Okay, my turn! Here's what I wore:

Ha... I match my barn... Fun fact, Pivo did not like today's outfit on Shiny since we blended into the surroundings so well. Oops. 

Helmet: One K MIPS

I haven't worn this one in awhile! Thought it worked well with today's outfit though.

Tee: Equestrian AF

This shirt kills me. I think it was Olivia who introduced me to this tee shirt. It's hilarious and a good reminder for me...

Belt: Mary B Hetz

I stumbled on this belt years ago on Ebay and had to have it. But it's on the wider side and has a weird shape so it doesn't fit with a lot of my pants. Fits perfectly with TS though! It's vintage, but not terribly delicate (thankfully). I think it's cute, the horse is like if Pammon and Eros could make a baby.

Breeches: Tailored Sportsman in the color "Saddle"

The first time I saw this color I thought they were hideous. Who wants mustard colored breeches? But then I realized that I, in fact, want mustard colored breeches. They look fantastic with green. And the darker shade of tan is much better for a dirty animal like myself. I happened to find this pair on closeout which most of you know, rarely happens with TS. I had to size down so I wasn't sure they were going to work, but I stuffed myself in there just fine! If you get mid rise and long, they have a little more room that the low rise and/or standard length. Are they too long for me? Yes, they end right where my foot meets the ankle... but they work!

Boots: Mountain Horse Sovereign Lux in brown

Sorry this photo is showing up so dark. It was a cloudy day and I insisted on getting that background... I love the chocolate brown color on these boots. I think they're gorgeous. I still have a ways to go on getting them broken in though. I couldn't wait to get them off when I was done riding! They'll get there, I just don't ride in them enough. 

And that's it for this week's outfit day! Any favorites? How about that Hangry Mare stuff??? I love it so much!

Thursday's Threads

 

Since Chanukah starts tonight at sundown, I have half of a Chanukah outfit to share. Half because I'm lazy and just have boring breeches and non festive socks on the bottom. I also have a riding outfit to share! We'll start with the Chanukah:

I mean.... could there be a more perfect 2020 Chanukah shirt? Nope. I got the same print on a phone case too.

Sweatshirt: Amazon

I'm guessing most of you don't read Hebrew, but that says Chanukah up at the top. And the masked dreidel is just the funniest thing ever to me. What can I say? It's been a long year.

Belt: C4

You've all seen this one before. But I only have the one Chanukah belt! Maybe next year I'll look into a second one. I mean... Chanukah does last for 8 crazy nights!

Arm Party! 
Lefty:

Lefty here is donning a little Star of David bracelet from Ettika along with my Apple watch.

Righty:

Righty went a little crazy... The first three little string bracelets with the charms are from Alex & Ani. My mom gave me those one year. Then my Fitbit, followed by a dreidel bracelet, and an Alex & Ani style one with a menorah on it.

So that's what I'm working in today, but I wore what I think is a cute outfit on Sunday to ride, so I'm sharing that too.

Lots of Ariat... AND my new boots!

Helmet: One K MIPS
Mask: Vera Bradley

Same old, same old... These masks are the kid's size. I find the adult ones poke me in the eye balls. I know it looks a little funny, but that's because I have the top strap down low when my helmet is on. It stays put nicely though!

Vest and Top: Ariat

I always said I would never wear the vest with the shirt because it's a lot... but I kinda dig it. It's 2020. A lot is fine now.

Belt: 

This brown croc is one of my favorite Mane Jane straps! Plus it matches my new boots perfectly.

Breeches: Ariat Olympia

I drooled over these breeches FOREVER before finally finding a pair on sale in my size. For sure a favorite of mine! It's not everyday you find breeches in your barn colors.

Socks: Dreamers & Schemers

I just wore these on Thanksgiving so you've seen them recently. I think they're adorable.

Boots: Mountain Horse Sovereign Lux

Spur Straps: Mane Jane

Sorry this lighting is terrible. Regardless, these boots are gorgeous! They fit great, and weren't too painful for the first three rides. A little slippery, but most boots are when they're new. You can't really see here, but the spur straps are the same as my belt, so they go perfectly with the boots too! 

That's it for this week. The horses just wore their navy outfits. Maybe next week we'll have a (late) Chanukah outfit to share. Any favorites from today?