rootd – The Stylish Equestrian

Frosted Tulip

January 17, 2018 by rachelreunis, posted in WINTER

When searching for the perfect name to describe pretty much my favorite casual street-to-stable look for this season, I came across the name Frosted Tulip for this beautiful shade of soft and delicate pink and thought it would be a perfect fit for this late winter very very early spring warm, functional yet feminine #rootd.

Most of these items are in my wardrobe at the moment and this is one of my favorite ways to combine them all starting with the super cute softy pink House of Horses Helsinki raincoat. Not only is it extremely cute, it’s also functional with it being washable and has both side and back snaps to open it up during a rainy ride. I however also love just wearing out to town on a casual rainy day.

I love the pink and grey combo and usually wear the raincoat with a grey hoodie like this Equiline ‘Funny’ sweater and a pair of my favorite affordable and fabulous grey denim Crescendo breeches by Horze.

Add a pop of color to the look with the Ariat Lowell technical shirt and Ariat Ideal down vest in this beautiful shade of bright turquoise and accessorize it up with an H&M grey and pink scarf and a pair of matching Timberland light pink boots.

Add some classy navy blue riders essentials like the Samshield classic Shadowmat helmet, a pair of Roeckl gloves, Shop Hunt Club Victory Gallop Derby belt and a pair of dark blue Stivaleria Secchiari dressage boots.

Have a stylish ride!

Everything is better with a hint of mint

January 14, 2018January 14, 2018 by rachelreunis, posted in WINTER

Freshen up an already cool winter #rootd with some hints of mint this cold January. Lots of street fashion and funky accessories have gone into this riding look, which makes it the ideal street-to-stable or office-to-stable look for those busy back to work days.

I immediately fell in love with this Sportmax Code Geyser horse print sweater and just had to incorporate it into a street-to-stable outfit. I would love to wear this super cute sweater with a fresh minty Uniqlo rayon long sleeve and combine it with a pair of Cavallo Caro denim full seat breeches and a classic black Hugo Boss bomber jacket.

For the ‘street’ part of this street-to-stable ensemble add a pair of mint Nike Air Force 1 sneakers and a matching Barbour scarf.

For your ride, match you Kep Italia grey Cromo T helmet to your Uvex Sport syle winter gloves and grey trimmed Tucci classic Allegri field boots.

Now, for all the fabulous accessories that complete this look: start with minty fresh 90s style scrunchie to hold together your tresses during and after your ride, make sure you smell like winter walks and pine trees with this equestrian lifestyle inspired luxury fragrance 2nd by Daxau Style, then add a few subtle touches of rose gold with a Cluse x Negin Minuit watch and the must-have equestrian item of the year: the horse logo necklace by Desori horse.

Have a stylish ride!

B&B

December 21, 2017 by rachelreunis, posted in WINTER

A bit of Blue and Blush (B&B) to get you through a cold and harsh winter’s day. And, as a bonus, I’ve added another “B” in the mix: a classy shade of brown to pull together the whole look.

I’m a huge fan of tailored shirts for riding, especially in spring and autumn, but for wintertime, why not layer one of those beautiful shirts by Fior da Liso, like this baby blue and blush Diana II one underneath a blush pink LK Bennet Adele cashmere sweater.

Wear it all with a pair of timeless chocolate brown Macy breeches by BR Equestrian and top it off with a beautiful shiny navy blue Bianca jacket by HV Polo.

This is to perfect look with which to rock a pair of metallic blue boots, like these Ottaviano boots by De Niro Boot Co, especially when paired with a sleek Samshield blue helmet and brown Roeckl Julis gloves. Then, add on a matching Pampeano polo belt for function and style during your ride.

After your ride, swap your helmet for an H&M blush pink pompom beanie and your beautiful boots for a pair of functional and funky baby blue Hunter wellies.

Have a stylish ride!

The French connection

November 12, 2017 by rachelreunis, posted in WINTER

A winter outfit with a little ‘je ne sais quoi’.

I was searching for a few statement pieces in a warm and wonderful mustard color and came across this Cloe lightweight packable down jacket by Just Over The Top (JOTT), a French brand that has quickly become THE authority in functional and fashionable lightweight down wear.

So, I continued the French connection today with a Pirate top by French brand Dada Sport and a pair of Harcour Eva breeches.

Of course, I had to add the quintessentially French brand Lacoste into the mix with a navy blue belt and burgundy scarf and topped it off with an Antarès Sellier Galaxy helmet.

To finalize this look, I had to search a bit further abroad for the best fitting items like a pair of Hauke Schmidt / Magic Tack gloves (Germany), a Forever 21 mustard colored beanie (US), a pair of Stivaleria Secchiari blue boots (Italy) and last but not least these super cute Ralph Lauren rubber Jodphur boots.

Hope you’re loving the French connection as much as I do!

Bisous, bon weekend and have a stylish ride!

A touch of pink

July 24, 2017 by rachelreunis, posted in SUMMER

Every once in a while you just stumble across an amazing equestrian style gem like the brand new Windermere vest by Sporting Hares. Ideal for a chilly summer day ride or an evening out equestrians style. The vets is not only super stylish but also lightweight and water repellent to keep you comfy and looking good in every weather condition.

Wear it with a pair of classic Ariat navy blue Heritage breeches and a preppy HV Polo favoritas shirt. Add one a few more classics with a Miss Shield Samshield helmet, a pair of Königs Excelsior antique brown boots and a pair of Roeckl grip gloves.

Celebrate the touch of pink in the lining of the Windermere vest with a vintage Louis Vuitton belt and Longchamp Le Pliage Large Shoulder Tote.

Have a stylish ride!

Life’s a beach

July 15, 2017 by rachelreunis, posted in SUMMER

Summer weekends are all about enjoying the wonderful early morning rides and long beach afternoons. Take your #rootd to the beach with a few simple swaps of shorts and shoes.

When riding combine your black Pikeur Prisca breeches with a blush pink Lacoste polo shirt and black rider essentials like the KASK Dogma Carbon Light helmet, a pair of Ariat FEI Monaco Lx field boots and a pair of the ultimate summer gloves: the Roeckl suntan gloves that help you avoid that dreaded equestrian glove tan line.

When heading to the beach, exchange your boots for a pair of Miu Miu blush pink platform sneakers, your breeches for a pair of H&M shorts and your helmet for a Riata Design customised hat.

Complete your beach look with a pony print bikini by Stella McCartney and a pair of flat lens cat-eye Romwe sunglasses and bring it all with you in a blush pink Corto Moltedo Costanza Beach Club Medium Natural Nappa Leather bag.

Have a stylish ride!

Secret garden

July 10, 2017 by rachelreunis, posted in SUMMER

Have you seen the latest Hydrangea print range by Dolce & Gabbana? It’s so wonderfully dreamy, floral and ethereal I just can’t get enough of it! I found the perfect sporty yet stylish piece to incorporate in a Monday morning #rootd : check out this super comfy and cool hoodie!

Wear it with basic beige high street t shirt and a pair of stunning Espoir Equestrian Maquette bamboo breeches.

Wear your secret garden look with timeless black rider essentials like a pair of Hauke Schmidt Touch of Class gloves, a leather H&M belt, Antarès glossy Shagreen helmet and a pair of Cavallo Primis lace-up riding boots.

Finish off the look with a matching Dolce & Gabbana tote bag and Hermès key ring.

Have a stylish ride!

Blue steel

July 8, 2017 by rachelreunis, posted in SUMMER

Sometimes I can’t resist a good deal… so when I saw that these Horze crescendo grey denim breeches were on sale I just had to press ‘put in cart’ ….

Then of course the very first thing I did was to figure out all the stuff ways to style it out. I’ve shown one of the many options I came up with here today, hope you like it!

I partnered the Horze breeches with a dark navy blue Lacoste polo shirt and matching carry-all tote bag. Of course I neede to find a way to incorporate my antique brown leather Alberto Fasciani riding boots, so I paired them with tag ing Roeckl gloves and and Isabel Marant Etoile belt.

A good #rootd like this need a matching phone case, so I went with a dark bay blue lizard leather one by Vianel and a statement accessory like a vintage Louis Vuitton logo scarf. I then finished off the look with my stunning navy blue Back on Track EQ3 helmet.

Have a stylish ride!

Game, set and match

July 3, 2017 by rachelreunis, posted in SUMMER

Here’s a little ode to one of my guilty pleasures… watching tennis… I just love it, not sure why, but I do! Summer is always the best of tennis seasons and because today marks the first day of the tennis tournaments of tennis tournaments, Wimbledon, I thought I’d bring you a tennis themed #rootd.

The look incorporates some of the big names in tennis that have become even bigger names in fashion. The tennis print sweater as well as the coin purse are both by tennis legend Lacoste, the undies that keep your ladies in check and bum comfortable are by tennis legend Bjorn Borg and you should always have a pair of stylish sneakers around by another tennis legend Fred Perry.

Wear all of your tennis themed items with a pair of dark grey Montar breeches and a bright yellow Ralph Lauren top.
‘Ace’ the look with classy black Alberto Fasciani 919 boots, a pair of Roeckl summer gloves and Kask Dogma carbon light helmet.

Have a stylish ride!

Cute currant

June 7, 2017 by rachelreunis, posted in SUMMER

Do you have a pair of gorgeous white competition breeches like this Laura luxe pair by Euro Star, but you feel like you’d like to wear it in a day to day #rootd too?

Here’s a summery street to stable look that incorporates your favourite pair of competition breeches with some cute currant style staples.

Start off with a hightstreet currant colored top under the stunning JOTT Seda vest. Wear them with a pair of Roeckl gloves, matching Uvex Glamour Suxxeed helmet and Alberto Fasciani woven leather belt.

Take this look to town with a pair of Ash loafers and Sienna Jones crossbody bag, for your ride, change into a pair of custom suede Königs boots.

Have a stylish ride!