Warm Up with a Winter Wardrobe full of
WOW!!
In this feature, designer and MD of equestrian fashion
clothing brand Equetech, Liz Hayman gives her top tips for
dressing for warmth and style this winter..
J
ust because winter means
searching for clothing with
warmth a priority, this doesn’t
have to mean wearing thick
bulky layers in an attempt to keep cosy
this season. With the huge advances
in fabric technology, it’s no longer
necessary to pile on the heavy layers,
which will not only slow you down and
make riding (Or even mounting your
horse) cumbersome. Choose the wrong
clothing and when you do exercise and
perspire, the fabric
won’t wick away
the moisture
and you will
end up feeling
even colder
as you cool
down!
Technical
layers
are
36
particularly important for your base
layering offering breathable and wicking
properties. Wearing thinner multiple
layers is easy to remove and put back on
and won’t make you look like ‘Michelin
Man’! Our thermal undies are the staple
winter wardrobe for many riders and
because they are styled in a technical
thin thermal fabric, they are easy to slip
on underneath your riding clothing. Our
thermal Cosy Jodhpurs are also ideal
for riders wanting an easy to wear single
layer this winter.
Your outer layer can be thicker, but
don’t compromise on choosing flattering
cuts and styles. Our range of coats are
cut to compliment your curves and
will give you a waist and shape both in
and out of the saddle AND offer great
insulation against the winter weather.
Gilets are perfect for those milder
winter days, when a coat is too much or
for colder days or as an extra layer under
your jacket. Again, choose with care and
pick one, which gives you a nice shape
and warmth. Don’t forget again the
functionality in your riding clothing this
winter. It’s easy to get carried away with
garments from a fashion perspective but
you need them to perform when you
are mucking out and riding, so bare this
in mind when you are shopping this
season!
Headwear is particular important for
hiding ‘hat hair’ after riding and as an
extra layer to keep you toasty and warm
when undertaking yard duties. We even
do a riding hat thermal liner, which will
keep your lower face and ears and neck
warm (Perfect for winter hacking!)
Liz
Hayman
MD &
Designer
Equetech
emailer
Top Tips for Staying Warm...
• With the huge advances in
fabric technology, it’s no longer
necessary to pile on the heavy
layers!
• Wearing thinner multiple layers
is easy to remove and put back
on and won’t make you look like
‘Michelin Man’!
• If you layer up keep the thicker
layers on the outside
• Gilets are perfect for those
milder winter days,
• Try ski silk glove and sock liners.
These are great for keeping your
hands and feet warm, without
adding bulk
• Keep a change of clothes in the
boot in case you get stuck in a
downpour
Your hands and feet can also become
blocks of ice if you don’t look after them.
Warm riding gloves and socks are ideal
but for really cold days, why not try ski
silk glove and sock liners. These are great
for keeping your hands and feet warm,
without adding bulk and you still have
sensitivity to feel the reins.
Finally, always have a spare change
of clothes in
the boot of
your car or in
your trunk at
the yard just
in case you
get caught in
a torrential
downpour
out riding this
season.
Stay warm
and you should
enjoy your
horse this
winter!”
Visit www.
equetech.com
Everything Horse Magazine • Issue 26• November 2015