Thursday's Threads!

Happy Outfit Day, everyone! Today was an extra fun day because I met up with Devon at WEF and we swapped horse stories ALLLL DAY!

It was so much fun, and I can't wait to meet up again soon. Hopefully later this winter in fact. Any other bloggers coming down to WEF? I haven't booked my trips yet, maybe we can plan a meet-up!
In my excitement to ride Badger and then head to the show grounds, I forgot to take photos of my riding outfit. But I am well overdue for sharing a riding outfit, so I give to you Flat Stacie:

If I stop eating chips and cookies, I might be able to resemble Flat Stacie again someday... But it's not looking likely. Anyway, let's look closer!

Top: Abercrombie Outlet

The holidays really took their toll on my waistline (and butt... and thighs....) so when I stopped at the outlets the other night to exchange a sweater for a bigger size, I decided to also see about getting some larger polo shirts. Most of mine are slim fit, and well... I'm not that right now. Abercrombie had some for half off, and this pink version was one of them. I love the color even if it is a lovely shade of pepto. I've never been a huge Abercrombie fan. I think they're expensive and the clothes aren't the greatest quality. But I do love the moose. And for $15 I was sold.

Belt: C4

I have resisted jumping on the C4 bandwagon up until Equine Affair when I discovered they had Thelwell belts! Not only that, they had like five to choose from. It was not an easy decision. But I went with this one. And there's a chance there could be more in my future. I LOVE Thelwell, and if you don't know what that is, please go Google "Thelwell Ponies." You can thank me later.

Breeches: Tredstep

I picked these up at the retirement sale for one of the local tack shops that's closing down. I love them! I think the shape of the patches is really fun. I also like that there's just a little bit of pink. Not too much, just enough.

Socks: Dreamers and Schemers

I had also resisted buying Dreamers and Schemers socks until I discovered they sell their mess ups at two for one. They look just fine to me! You don't get to pick your pattern, but really they're all pretty fab so who cares? I was beyond excited to get these unicorns. Also, these are the "Party On the Bottom" version which means they are black at the very top. They do that just in case your sock peeks out over your boot, it won't be very noticeable.

That was my riding outfit today, and now on to my normal outfit!

We're having a casual evening tonight here in Florida. So I opted for jeans and a comfy tee. My head looks oddly small in this photo, doesn't it?

Top: Fabletics

I guess this is meant to be worn as a yoga top, but I would think the hood would be really annoying in certain poses. I like it as a casual top though. The fabric is amazing on this one. So soft!

Belt: Mane Jane

I know you've seen this a million times, but I have so much love for this belt! It's reversible, the other side is patent navy crocodile. Best belt ever... Besides the Thelwell one of course.

Jeans: Vigoss

Nothing too exciting here. These are mega stretchy which is fortunate after the holidays.

Shoes: Eastland

How could I NOT own Yankee boat shoes? I love these. I don't want anyone to hear me say this... but they're more comfortable than most of my Sperry's. Shhhhhh.
I don't have an arm party to share today. I have plenty of bracelets I brought down with me, but I'm feeling pretty lazy so I didn't put any on today. I AM on vacation after all!

So that's what I've been wearing on this balmy 84 degree day. (Sorry, I had to rub it in a little.) What do you have on today? How's the weather where you are? Thoughts on Thelwell?

What's Up Wednesday

Hi everyone! I bet you're wondering what happened to Truthful Tuesday this week... I caught a HORRIBLE stomach bug and was in my bed the entire day. Sorry about that. But let's put that behind us, and take a look back at my trip to see GTO!
Last Wednesday I worked a half day and then hopped on a plane to sunny Florida!

There were storms all up and down the east coast, so we spent an extra hour in the air trying to avoid the worst of it. It was pretty late by the time we got back to the house, so I ate some food and headed off to bed.
Thursday morning I was at the barn by 9 to ride GTO. It was great getting back on him after all this time! He's learned a lot in the few weeks since I've seen him. His canter transitions are much smoother, and he's getting much better about keeping his head low in the downward transition.

After riding, I went with my trainer over to the horse show to watch her compete in the 1.35 meter class with two of her horses.

They were both great! It's also fun when she introduces me to famous riders at the horse show. My trainer's a lot cooler than me.
Friday morning we planned to ride a little later as my trainer had an appointment in the morning. When I finally got there, I discovered my naughty pony had pulled a shoe. Thankfully the farrier lives on site.

He wasn't shod in time for me to ride that day, but at least he was all set for the weekend. I did get to ride Charlie though. And we all know how much I love Charlie!

My trainer has recently been sponsored by Voltaire, so she arranged for me and another friend of hers to try some saddles. I really can't get one right now, but they are really nice. I usually hate everything other than my Hermes, but I really liked the Voltaire Stuttgart. It's definitely going on my wish list.
Sunday I finally got to have a lesson and attempted to jump to my little yellow horse! He was so great though it's super obvious I need to get back to work. Holy moly I'm out of jumping shape!

But how cute is he?!  I can't wait for him to move north so I can ride him everyday.

But it wasn't all horses while in Florida... I also got to play with the goats and the dogs.

I headed back home Monday afternoon. It was an uneventful trip. I was super motivated and actually unpacked, cleaned the barn, and picked up the pugs all before the stomach bug hit. It started around 11 and tortured me all night. WORST! But I did have some good company at least:

I stayed home today as well to try and get some strength back. I worked from here, but the puggers were not terribly helpful in that area:

So that's what's up this Wednesday! What's up with all of you?!