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Beyond the Outfit: A Guide to putting together a POLISHED LOOK for the Western Show Ring

Thank you for checking out this part of our Comprehensive BLOG Series.

Ultimate Cowgirl Show Clothes Blog Series:

  • Western Show Clothes - Guide to putting together a POLISHED LOOK for the Show Ring

  • Cowboy Hats - Everything you need to know about Hats

  • Show Shirts - Guide to Selecting the right Western Show Shirt for you

  • Show Pants - Online Buyers Guide

  • Details Matter - Jewelry * Hair & Makeup * Much More!

  • Equestrian Fashionista - Customer Spotlight Series



This BLOG will explain:

  • Wardrobe Components - WHAT goes into your look

  • WHAT ELSE makes us your “look” - attitude, colorways, matching, accessories

  • Fashion & Style TIPS - 10 secrets to putting it all together

  • WHERE to find your next outfit - special considerations

  • SHOP for your next look - links to Show Clothes retailers


Wardrobe Components:

  • Hat - clean & well shaped, matching, worn correctly - Cowboy hats 101

  • Top - shirt, jacket, vest, undershirt - Guide to Choosing a Show Shirt

  • Pants - western show pants - Online buyers guide

  • Chaps - *optional depending on class

  • Boots -


it’s fine to call it an “outfit” but your look really goes beyond your apparel.


What else makes up your look

Your look also includes:

  • your hair & makeup

  • your jewelry

  • your belt/buckle

  • your boots

  • your saddle pad

  • your tack

  • your overall attitude & confidence.


10 Tips for pulling together a Great Look for the show ring

  1. Make sure you have the RIGHT COLORS for you & your horse

  2. ASK FOR ADVICE from a trusted professional - Contact Us

  3. Get the best stuff you can afford (including: used)

  4. Be sure your clothes FIT PROPERLY

  5. Be sure your COLORS COORDINATE the look.

  6. The DETAILS Matter - Show pad, tack, Hair, Makeup & Accessories

  7. Be sure you have GOOD POSTURE

  8. Maintain COMPLETE CONFIDENCE in yourself.

    A. How you feel inside shows through in your performance

    B. If you want to win, you must look and act like a winner.

  9. GET FEEDBACK from judges & others on their thoughts/suggestions

    A. Always strive to do better in all aspects of your performance

    B. Be able to accept constructive criticism, learn, improve & move on.

  10. SWITCH UP YOUR LOOK frequently (you don’t wear the same clothes every day)

    A. from class to class throughout the day

    B. show to show throughout the season

    C. season to season over the years


WHERE to find your next Look

  • At a local horse show or expo - vendors set up a booth - advantages & disadvantages

  • Online - webstites vs social media - be careful who you purchase from (avoid scams etc)

  • Second hand- boutiques, websites & social media


Shop for your Next Look

Shop By Featured Business:

Comparing Retailers & Brands

Compare Show Hats:

Retailer * Brand * Quality * Price * Colors Available

  • Sparkle Ridge - American Hat Makers - Starter * $ * 11 Colors

  • Hobby Horse - Western Treasure - Medium * $$ * __Colors

  • Schneiders - Specialized -

  • Rods True Western - Special Hat

Compare Pants:

  • Sparkle Ridge - HH, WCS, RHE, NBW - Starter * $ * 20+ Colors

  • Hobby Horse - EZ Rider, Low Rider - Medium * $$ * __Colors

  • Schneiders - Specialized - Irideon, ??

  • Rods True Western - Special Hat

Compare Tops:

  • Sparkle Ridge - sequin, rhinestone, large selection

  • Hobby Horse -

  • Schneiders -

  • Rods True Western -


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