| Western show season has already started. The | | | | their base color with western show clothing. Black |
| beginning of the year is a great time to make | | | | is a very popular choice because there are so |
| sure that your wardrobe is up to par. Western | | | | many things that can coordinate with it. It offers |
| wear show outfits need to be in good form if | | | | a lot of versatility as far as clothing choices go. |
| you want to wear them during this years shows. | | | | Black is a classic color and works well with show |
| Western wear show items need to be in fashion | | | | riding. Riders are being judged for more than just |
| still. Out of date clothing choices will catch judges | | | | style, and wearing dark pants and chaps will make |
| eyes, to be sure, but not in a good way. Find | | | | movements in your legs much less noticeable than |
| items that will bring you attention but for the right | | | | light colored pants would. If you are bored with |
| reasons. | | | | the color try spicing it up with a bright colored |
| Start off by looking through your closet and | | | | cowboy hat. |
| seeing if you have any items that need to be | | | | Different colors can be worn besides black. Natural |
| replaced. Upgrade worn items or out of style | | | | tones are the next popular choice. Consider using |
| items and put the rest aside. Some western wear | | | | colors that can coordinate well, such as browns, |
| items may not be suitable to wear to this years | | | | blues and greens. |
| show, but they can still be used in the future for | | | | See what styles are still in season by visiting |
| other events. | | | | horse shows before you compete. This will give |
| Show clothing has a purpose and it is important to | | | | you a better idea of whether your western wear |
| follow that. But at the same time it is important | | | | show apparel is still in fashion. Try on your outfits |
| to find western wear clothing that is comfortable | | | | as well and make sure that you will be |
| and will fit you well. You will do better in your | | | | comfortable riding in them before making your |
| show event with both of these purposes in mind. | | | | choice to stick with them. |
| The majority of riders choose to wear black as | | | | |