Hear the Sleigh Bells Ringing - Adding a Touch of Equestrian to Your Holiday Decor

Hear the Sleigh Bells Ringing - Adding a Touch of Equestrian to Your Holiday Decor

by kristin thornton November 23, 2020

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The Woman Behind The Bespoke Mask

The Woman Behind The Bespoke Mask

by kristin thornton November 13, 2020

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Décor for the horse & hound: BarnDoll® by Clair Roberts

Décor for the horse & hound: BarnDoll® by Clair Roberts

by kristin thornton April 15, 2020

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Stepping Up & Helping Out:  Lauren Pileggi of Show the Bows

Stepping Up & Helping Out: Lauren Pileggi of Show the Bows

by kristin thornton April 08, 2020

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Hands Free! A Stylish Equestrian Inspired Solution

Hands Free! A Stylish Equestrian Inspired Solution

by kristin thornton March 24, 2020

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The "Hunt" for the Perfect Bridle

by kristin thornton September 26, 2019

Applying over three decades of experience within the meta-luxury leatherwork segment, Susan Benson, the founder of Somerset Equestrian Trading has recently released her own custom collection custom made in England:  SET Bridles.  Explains Susan, I wanted to create a classic, traditional hunter bridle of the best quality. I felt there was a demand for a special bridle and the distinctive fancy sewn stitching would set it apart but also accentuate not overpower the beautiful head. 

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Hermès: Conversations in movement

Hermès: Conversations in movement

by kristin thornton July 25, 2019

Whether established champions or young hopefuls, Hermès’ partner riders share a love of the sport and the horse that is so dear to the house. Lightness, generosity, humility and determination – Hermès riders share their philosophy of horsemanship.

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Coupling Bespoke Craftsmanship With Technical Innovation for Equestrian Sport:  Fashion Designer Annette Wallander

Coupling Bespoke Craftsmanship With Technical Innovation for Equestrian Sport: Fashion Designer Annette Wallander

by kristin thornton July 22, 2019

Upon leaving a career in the fashion industry, Annette Wallander founded her own equestrian lifestyle fashion design company.  Today, her breadth of products has expanded to include women's equestrian influenced easily wearable street styles, bespoke show coats and shadbellies, and most recently the semi-custom Annette Wallender Equestrian (AWE) line of coats created in collaboration with Somerset Equestrian Trading and Boy-O-Boy Bridleworks.

Learn how Susan's professional career, from learning best practices within major retail organizations to creating bespoke pieces under her own label, has influenced the creation of the Annette Wallander Equestrian (AWE) semi-custom line. The innovative technology and details in craftsmanship distinctly differentiate AWE coats in the equestrian marketplace

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Manifattura VALOR: Tradition, Heritage, Excellence and Innovation

Manifattura VALOR: Tradition, Heritage, Excellence and Innovation

by kristin thornton March 06, 2019

Unraveling the evolution of manufacturing to improve the quality of finished goods requires an unrelenting commitment to finite details. Manifattura VALOR has done just this by challenging the process of the equine textile industry by creating a few select products crafted from natural materials that place the needs and comfort of the horse first.

CLICK BELOW to read how Manifattura VALOR has used their core competencies to continue to evolve from "good too great" and strengthen a business foundation that ensures longevity. 

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Cultivating the Hannah Childs' Rose

Cultivating the Hannah Childs' Rose

by kristin thornton February 03, 2019

"With a mission to inspire women to be their authentic selves, the (Hannah Childs Lifestyle) label gives nod to classic styling, with an athleisure and sport twist for a modern update to the traditional equestrian style, with goods that are produced with care in California." 

Click below to learn more about Hannah "Rose" Childs and the journey to create her personal label.

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A MILLINER FOR THE MODERN WOMAN: LISA BATTAGLIA

A MILLINER FOR THE MODERN WOMAN: LISA BATTAGLIA

by kristin thornton January 10, 2019

Whether you are dancing at Coachella's famed festival, celebrating the run for the roses on "Derby Day",  or partaking in a party at a polo match in Palm Beach, a hat created to reflect your personal style is a 2019 wardrobe must have.  It is of no doubt that the younger Royals have refreshed the perception that stylized headwear - from floppy to structured - should retain an important place in the modern woman's wardrobe. 

Lisa Battaglia is a modern artisan preserving traditional hat making techniques to create unique styles of exceptional quality. 

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Creating the Intersection between Fashion and Equestrian Photography: Heidi Niemala

Creating the Intersection between Fashion and Equestrian Photography: Heidi Niemala

by kristin thornton August 13, 2018

An accomplished professional photographer in the fashion and beauty industry, Heidi Niemala's portfolio of work has been featured by esteemed outlets spanning from Vogue to Neiman Marcus.  In collaboration with other creative visionaries, she is using her extensive industry experience and admiration of horses to create a noteworthy intersection between both the fashion and equestrian worlds.

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