| There are several things to consider when it comes to | | | | helmets as well as velvet hats, usually depending on |
| horse riding apparel. Nothing beats functionality | | | | the type of event as well as the rider's preference. It |
| combined with style. The rider should look elegant and | | | | must be pointed out that top hats and beaglers do not |
| be comfortable at the same time. Hence, you need to | | | | offer any safety standard protection as they are |
| choose materials that are both durable and light. The | | | | manufactured with the minimum materials and no |
| fabric that is suitable for horse riding apparel should be | | | | safety harness. Also, do remember to wear gloves of |
| cool and should absorb moisture. This helps you in | | | | good quality and durability. |
| remaining comfortable in both a hot as well as a cold | | | | When it comes to following the trends, horse riding |
| climate. | | | | apparel provides the most scope and opportunity. Any |
| What comprises a complete horse riding apparel? | | | | new apparel worn by riders for shows and |
| Well, it includes a shirt, a waist coat, breeches or | | | | competitions quickly becomes available for others to |
| jodhpurs, tall or short riding boots, riding gloves and a | | | | purchase. Recently there has been a movement |
| riding jacket. The shirt can be cotton and is usually | | | | towards the softer shades of blue, green and purple |
| white. The breeches or jodhpurs for the lower body | | | | which have become very popular. Breeches in white |
| should fit the legs well and protect you from rain and | | | | or other light colours are chosen by the majority of |
| wind. Jodhpurs are close fitting on top and towards the | | | | riders. In the case of show coats, the tendency is to |
| lower parts of the leg so making them more suitable | | | | go for darker shades like navy or black, although there |
| and convenient for riding. Choose a luxurious jacket | | | | are riders who prefer brown or khaki. Riders |
| that is long lasting and stylish. | | | | sometimes choose coats with stripes or patterns |
| In the case of riding boots, the tall ones are perfect to | | | | instead of plain ones. |
| wear for competitions and shows, while short ones | | | | As for accessories, when it comes to shows and |
| are comfortable and hard wearing for casual riding or | | | | competitions, you can use glittery items like stock pins |
| training and are usually worn with half chaps or gaiters. | | | | and jewelry. Belts and helmets with crystals attached |
| And when it comes to head gear, pick one that fits | | | | are also becoming a popular element of horse riding |
| your head perfectly. This is a very important aspect of | | | | apparel. However, for casual riding and training, these |
| horse riding apparel since your head gear protects you | | | | accessories are not seen. They should be reserved |
| from serious injuries to your head. Head gear includes | | | | for those extra special occasions. |