If you have taken up an equestrian related sport such as riding, you will need certain items of clothing so that you feel comfortable in the saddle whilst you are riding.

These items can vary greatly in price depending if you are an advanced rider or a complete beginner. The most important item that you will ever buy whether it be for you or your child is a riding hat, these come in various forms either a skull cap whereby you have to add a cover or a velvet covered riding hat which can be used to show in as well as have lessons.

Jodhpurs or breeches as they are also known are also of huge importance so that your leg is comfortable in the saddle, these you can buy in various colours and makes. some of the best known makes you can buy with a full seat which is made of leather or with mcrown knee patches, full seat are the lugana make and knee patches is Princesse. Another make is designed by the dressage guru herself Kyra Kurkland.

You do need a good pair of boots with an adequate heel to ride in so that your foot does not slip through the stirrups, jodhpur boots are one of the best options especially for children as you can later show in these, you can also use some half chaps for more grip on your leg. Adults may be more comfortable in long riding boots. Look out for some great Equestrian Clothing for your top half as well including riding jackets which are almost fashion items in that they look so good.