Expert Guide to Show Clothing
Find our tips to choosing Show clothing in this expert guide at Ariat. We look at performance enhancing garments from Show jackets and shirts to breeches.
Equestrian competitions come with a strict dress codes and etiquette – so choosing the right show clothing is key. We’ve put together some of our top picks for elegant, premium Show clothing, focusing on the fit, attention to detail, and technical performance of each garment. If you’re new to show, take a look at what you’ll need in your competition wardrobe to get started. If you’re an experienced competition rider, check out our expert guide.
Top Picks: Show Jackets
The Meridian Show Jacket
The beautifully designed Meridian Show jacket combines practicality and performance enhancing features with elegant design perfectly, making it the ideal choice for the stylish discipline of show jumping.
Its slightly stretchy fabric provides flexibility for mobility in the saddle, and its technical design ensures maximum breathability, thanks to ClimateTEK™ technology to adapt to your body temperature, and odour-resistance for long-lasting wear. The fit creates a sleek silhouette for riders in the saddle, whilst metallic detailing makes for an eye-catching jacket, made for the show ring. We recommend pairing the Meridian, in its unique dark denim colourway, with a pair of white breeches for stand out, sophisticated style.
The Speranza Show Jacket
Another of our top picks for show jackets is the Speranza Show Jacket, part of Ariat’s Made in Italy collection. Crafted by best-in-class makers of equestrian clothing, you’ll notice the unbeatable quality of the garment. Often ‘tailored-fit’ clothing can be difficult to move in. However, not only does the contoured cut of this stunning garment make for a perfect fit, but the 360-degree stretch fabric means riders won’t have anything holding them back in the ring. Elegant, minimalistic detailing on this classic navy jacket elevates your look for a best in show performance.
Top Picks: Show Shirts
The Sunstopper 3.0 Pro Show Shirt
Show shirts should provide unbeatable comfort and technology to help boost rider performance. The Sunstopper 3.0 Pro Show Shirt does that and much more.
Packed with technology that provides riders with cooling, moisture-wicking, and odour-fighting features, this shirt is designed to perform as well as you do in the ring. As the name suggests, this high-quality garment provides sun protection too. But it does not stop there. Not only does this shirt win first prize for its quality features, but it also comes first for design. The traditional poplin snap/wrap collar and cuffs gives a timeless style, whilst the close fit elevates the overall look even further. Available in a choice of classic colours to add to the level of sophistication.
The Bellatrix Show Shirt
Elegant, classic, and tasteful – the Bellatrix Show shirt is the perfect shirt for show. The timeless poplin cuffs and collar ooze finesse, whilst the premium jersey fabric is comfortable and fitting. A hint of floral mesh gives this shirt a touch of unique, subtle style. The ClimateTEK™ technology dynamically responds to a rider’s body temperature, keeping things cool even under pressure, whilst FreshTEK™ works hard to keep odours at bay – a shirt with as much technical performance as those competing in it.
Top Picks: Show Breeches
The Tri Factor Bellatrix Breeches
It’s often hard to find the perfect fit when it comes to riding breeches. And when you’re wanting to look and perform your best in the show ring, the right style makes all the difference.
That’s why we’ve chosen the Tri Factor Bellatrix Breeches as one of our top picks – with durable and compressing fabric, you’ll find a close fit with movement and flexibility combined. Calf Fit System technology provides a compressive fit under tall riding boots, whilst Core Control Technology™ provides slimming support. These breeches are packed with temperature regulating features to keep riders comfortable.
Additional features like the full seat silicone grip helps riders stay secure in the saddle, helping them perform at their very best. Choose a pair in white, blue or grey for an elevated show look.
The Speranza Knee Patch Breech
Another example of modern, sophisticated European styling, the Speranza Knee Patch Breech is also one of our favourites for show. The smooth, compressive design of the Italian craftsmanship makes for an athletic, contoured fit.
These breeches combine functionality and style perfectly, even down to the practical, clean looking welt pockets. Choose from classic white or black colours, designed for an elegant, clean look that can be paired with any show shirt and jacket.
