Women Dominate.
Let me clarify that. They dominate in numbers, at equestrian events.
Let me add a little disclaimer. Except perhaps at rodeo and cattle events.
Probably not jodhpurs. Not the ones in my circle anyway, and not yours either I’d suggest. However, they probably found themselves in jodhpurs of some description, or jeans because of the lack of an alternative.
I’ll go one step further and say, she’s not looking for ‘fashion’ either.
I'd suggest that she already knows exactly who she is (and who she isn’t), and that includes knowing her own style. She’s done with fashion, and let’s face it, most equestrian wear is designed with women somewhat younger in mind. Flick through any magazine and you’ll see it for yourself.
I know from research (and my own experience) that first and foremost she’s looking for functional riding pants, without compromising on style or comfort. Riding pants that are flattering and can be worn to her own personal style. And she wants quality.
She’s done keeping up with trends and her focus is on her horsemanship and riding.
She also wants practicality. She wants to dress for the day and be dressed for the day, not have to change into jodhpurs to ride and change out of them to go to the shops or meet her friends for coffee.
So, what’s the equestrian fashion industry doing for these women?
Not a lot really. We’re often overlooked.
Why? We want you to be able to use your Riding Pants as a fashion basic and consider them the equestrian equivalent of your little black dress. Dress them up, or dress them down.
And what to team them with?I mentioned above it was my belief (my observation?) that the majority of these women were matured aged and they (me being one of them) were my focus. The truth is, we create our own truths and support it with information bias. Sometimes anyway and it seems that what I did, or perhaps I just made an assumption.
A few good years of trading, conversations and not to mention stats tells me that my first thoughts were wrong or confining at least.
It’s not just mature aged women wanting more from their riding gear; who aren’t happy or comfortable in their joddies or (traditional) jeans and are seeking an alternative. It turns out there are quite a number of strong young women who already know their mind, and style and are choosing our Bootleg Jodhpurs as their alternative. Who'd have thought.
Well, I should have. We should have! In many cases, we raised them.
I stand corrected.
Girls, (no, Women!), I'm cheering for you.
Want to know more? You might enjoy our blog, The Ultimate Guide to Bootleg Riding Pants.
It's absolutely everything you could possibly want to know about bootlegs, and in particular our riding pants. It explains the various styles, the differences and the features.
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So comfy! High waist so they support my core.
Love these socks, have my second lot now, love them for work, riding boots & tall boots. These are my go to! 💚💚
Well I received my pair of Special edition horse riding pants Savannah and yes to say I am over the moon with them would be an understatement. I have wore them and they are the most comfortable pair of pants. I am looking forward to testing them out in the saddle but I have no doubt they will be as comfortable in the saddle as they are to wear to town. Thank you so much.
Absolutely love these, wore them for a clinic day recently, and now lots of my students will be making purchases too!
Will definitely buy more 😊😊
The material of the Aurora shirt is very similar to that of my previous favourite shirts from Black Horse (before they closed down). So glad to have found these beautiful, cool and lightweight shirts! Colleen is wonderful!
The RP pants I purchased are so comfortable to ride in. We do a lot of mustering and hard riding, no rubbing or pant legs riding up. I am nearly 6ft and the length and overall fit just fabulous. Thank you
Riding pants designed with comfort as a priority. I wished for maximum enjoyment on long rides with my favourite trail mount and you have delivered exactly that.
These are wonderful socks and just the right thickness and cushion for inside my boots. Fun design too!
GORGEOUS color! Great fit. Love the back pocket on this style. Ride Proud pants are my favorite to wear (I have nearly every style). Thank you for designing these, Colleen!
You'll love these as soon as you put them on! So comfy, stretchy and I love the high waist too keep my peri-belly in. Did a ride in them this morning and seriously there was no pulling, or cutting into my waist or thighs. Just great! Got them in black and will be going back to get the green ones shortly!
Show Ring Horse Riding Jeans
Just received my order. Extremely happy with the fit of both styles and the quality is excellent
I got the black socks. So comfortable. My next order I will be getting some more pairs of socks
Exceptional product and their service is top rate.
Love my riding jeans. Look good, feel good on.
carey
November 15, 2021
Had to smile at your blog. Yes age does seem to be out there. and us mums seem to forget that our kids are no longer kids LOL. Had an interesting conversation with a male in January. He was teaching horsemanship. Very good at what he does. All females in the group !! asked him if had any thoughts of it and he said. " men either know it all or won’t admit that they may just learn something new. " could be right there. enjoyed what you wrote. lov me pants. cant wait for my next parcel to arrive. Carey.