So sorry for the lack of posts. I was thrown into the middle of horse show season only to be spectacularly booted out when my horse was diagnosed with EPM (Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis). His ca...
Sorry for the lack of posts this week. We were shorthanded at the barn and my mom had the flu so I got an extra workout by helping clean stalls and feed horses! Some words of wisdom for the weekend:
Well ladies, it looks like your breeches and riding coats won’t be relegated to just the barn this fall. Designers sent equestrian inspired designs galloping down the runway. These couture dand...
Printed pants and jeans are popping up everywhere and to be honest I don’t love this trend. When worn correctly it can look fresh and chic but if not done properly it can go very wrong. First a...
I am currently obsessing over Waxing Poetic’s jewelry and charms. They have a vintage, victorian, gothic vibe that appeals to my darker, Tim Burton-loving side. Many of the pieces have a hand-f...
It’s March! Spring is on the way but this time of year can be hard to dress for due to Mother Nature’s changing moods, one day cold and windy the next warm and sunny. These spring essenti...
If the dry, winter air has left your skin parched and looking to soak up some serious moisture consider adding these to your daily beauty arsenal. These are my favorite tried and true products to ban...
I love all things “courtly checked” by Mackenzie-Childs. My entire kitchen is full of their black and white checks and you can imagine my excitement when they paired up with Hunter to add...
If you are stuck inside on a cold winter day and your after-Christmas diet forbids an elaborate baking project try making your own lip gloss.These little pots of gloss will moisturize your lips as we...
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and if you are scrambling for a last minute gift for the loved one in your life, look no further than my Valentine’s Gift Guide: Show the man in ...
This pretty much sums it up!!!! TEN EASY STEPS TO GET IN SHAPE TO OWN A HORSE: 1. Drop a heavy steel object on your foot, don’t pick it up right away, & shout “Get off! Get off!”...
My Shoesday Tuesday features shoes for you and your horse. Neon colors such as hot pink, lime green and highlighter yellow are huge for spring. Get into the trend with these architectural wedges from...
I have maintained for a long time that a sense of humor is essential if you are going to own, ride and show horses. It makes the tough days between the glorious (win) days tolerable. There is nothing...
I am starting a new feature on The Clotheshorse called Beauty and The Beast, where I feature my favorite beauty products as well as my favorite grooming products for horses. Simply put, beauty for bo...
My newest addiction comes in the form of Pinterest. I can’t stop pinning!!!! If you are not familiar with Pinterest, it’s an online bulletin board where you can “pin” pictures...
Thanks to the crew at SmartPak there is another hilarious version of Stuff Riders Say and I can honestly say I have heard many (if not all) of these phrases come out of my mouth. Now, I think they sh...
I know it’s just January but the stores and websites are filling up with the bright hues that will usher in spring. Bright shades of the rainbow look to take a place of prominence in many desig...
SmartPak has released a hilarious new video called Stuff Riders Say and if you ride horses you will certainly identify with it as well as get a good laugh. Enjoy!
I am currently obsessed with jewelry designer Samantha Wills work, from the large cocktail rings to the art deco earrings to the “you are my anchor” necklace/bracelet combo. Every piece f...
Wearing a denim shirt is essentially a no-brainer but wearing it without looking man-ish and maintaining your femininity can be a little difficult. A well-made, soft fabric denim shirt will instantly...
If you haven’t bookmarked makeup maven Bobbi Brown’s blog, Everything Bobbi, do so immediately. It is an addictive read that will keep you coming back for the great beauty advice, step-by...
Kick the winter doldrums by adding a pops of color to your winter wardrobe. Bright, cheery colors contrast nicely with the grey, dreary landscape and can’t help but put a smile on your face. Ch...
We are in the midst of blanket wearing season and if static is making your horse a little uneasy every time you take off and put on his blanket, try this super easy trick to zip the zap. Fill an empt...
Happy New Year! I can’t believe another year has come and gone! This new year has got me reflecting on the past and future of fashion and I have a few fashion wishes for the new year. Just a fe...
Winter has just begun and we are facing some of the coldest weeks of the year, brrrr! One thing is for sure, no matter the weather or temperature my horse still needs to be ridden and worked everyday...
Wishing all of you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas And All Through the Barn… by Jackie Arns Twas the night before Christmas, and all through the barn, A...
Do yourself a favor today and treat yourself to a pair of Bogs boots, especially if you spend a lot of time in the barn or outside during these cold winter months. I bought my mom a pair last year fo...
Skip the gym and head to the barn to burn off extra calories this holiday season. This chart details how many calories can be burned while doing normal barn chores as well as riding. Cleaning stalls ...
Case Closed. Enough Said. Shut The Door. These i-phone cases from Iomoi are the coolest i-phone cases on the market hands down! Their clever, whimsical patterns and colors make them eye-popping and o...
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