To continue on with Olympic week on The Velvet Rider, I decided to do a post on Reed Kessler. I think she should be a major inspiration to young riders everywhere. At only 18 years old, she has been named…
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Equestrian Olympic Events
We are now less than a week out from the start of the 2012 London Olympics, and I absolutely cannot wait! London is 5 hours (ET) ahead of us so be sure to keep that in mind as you watch…
New Gucci Stirrup Top Handle Bag
Gucci just unveiled a new purse and it’s uber fabulous! Sleek lines, stirrup detail, luxurious leather…Gucci never disappoints. This handbag comes in 9 different variations from a simple leather to python. It features double handles and a natural linen lining. …
Cracker Barrel Goes Equestrian
Yes, you read the title right. Cracker Barrel restaurant has gone equestrian. I have found that equestrian inspired pieces can show up in some pretty random places, but it just goes to show how popular this look is. I was…
Pink Tack
Ok, when I found this on Pinterest, I don’t think I have ever seen anything more fabulous! Pink leather tack? Really? Shut up! What girl wouldn’t want this on her pony? I think it is so over the top and…
Project Centerline: A Design Contest
Dressage Today is sponsoring an equestrian fashion design contest inspired by the 2012 Olympic Games. This design contest is called Project Centerline, and the finalists have been chosen! Nothing sounds more fabulous to me than having a Project Runway-esque contest…
Beautiful RAMM Horse Stalls
When it comes to Taylor (and all my future horses), I dream big! I love to look at beautiful barns, tack rooms, and horse stalls, and I imagine my horse living there. We all think our horses deserve the very…
My Pick of the Week
Sometimes I come across style pieces that are just so wonderful I have to share. This yellow bracelet from Caracol is available for $32 and is so cute with the horseshoe detail! This is the perfect bracelet to add to…
In Honor of Team USA
I decided it would be fun to get some items together in honor of Team USA and the Summer Olympics in London! Red, white, and blue looks good on everyone and every horse. Pick one, order it, and where it…
Running Errands or Stopping by the Barn
Running Errands by thevelvetrider featuring a wrap bracelet This is outfit is ready for a quick trip to the barn after running your errands for the day! It doesn’t get much cuter than this equestrian inspired hat and navy…