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Dignity and Kindness—In and Out of the Show Ring

by Darby Bonomi, PhD January 16, 2019

Recently, Izzy Baker’s The Kindness Movement, spurred a discussion with myself and a group of equestrians of varying ages. The topic of DIGNITY, and how it relates to kindness was introduced by a young equestrian. She commented, “Dignity, like kindness, used to be something that society considered to be extremely important, but nowadays it is thought to be irrelevant.” Upon further inquiry, she explained, “being collected and thorough with one's thoughts and actions. Those qualities aren’t valued anymore.” Wow, out of the mouths of babes.

Click below for insight on how to better integrate DIGNITY into both your competitive equestrian environment and everyday life.

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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GenEQ: Life Happens (a series)

by kristin thornton May 22, 2018

con·stant

ˈkänstənt

noun 1. a situation or state of affairs that does not change.

Through good times and bad, horses are the constant that bring us joy and soothe our souls. The last few weeks has been a reminder of the happiness horses have delivered to me throughout my life as I currently experience a time of anxiety and change. How have horses been your "constant?"

It is Never too Early or Too Late...

by IMA Design Consulting Collaborator February 26, 2018

“Beauty is the first thing to go. If you don't have anything inside you, you are going to be so lonely.' "

- Carolina Herrera’s advice to her four daughters, 1997

Advice I have followed since reading Ms. Herrera's interview in Town & Country over twenty years ago. A perspective for all ages of equestrians as we navigate the opportunities and obstacles in life. It is never to late to fill yourself up...