C&T Publications Eye on Fine Art Photography - July 2014 | Page 43

Cowgirl Fashion
Yesterday and Today
By Heather A. Smith

Cowgirls may be considered by many to be a rough and tough sort. After all,
since the beginning of the century Cowgirls have been competing in
dangerous rodeo events and doctoring cattle on the range right alongside men.
We've seen the beauties of the west roping, riding and sometimes hitting the
dirt! Always taking pride in their appearance, throughout history these women
have made the range a more beautiful place to live. Just like western women
of yesteryear, today's cowgirls are poised and professional. Their spirit is
strong and their beauty shines as bright as a west Texas sunset. But was that
really beauty shining or a bling belt?
In the rodeo arena, western ladies fashion has always been a big part of ѡ