Rodeo Fame Spring Issue 2018 | Page 10

RODEO WIVES REAL LIVES OF RODEO WIVES Courtney MOTE Q: How do you decide on your outfits? Meaning does time of day, type of rodeo indoor/outdoor effect your style and why and how? "My favorite event to dress up for is the NFR. It’s one of the only times I actually try and plan my outfits!" A: I decide on my outfits by the weather and where the rodeo is! There are some rodeos that everyone just dresses up for! Most of the spring rodeos are in big coliseums and parking is on pavement so it’s easier to dress in heels and go all out!!! Then there are the ones that the parking lot and stands are in dirt so I wear my boots. FASHION Q&A Q: Your top five brands/ designers you love. A: My top brand is definitely Roper (which includes Stetson and Tin Haul) they have become so stylish with their clothing and have the best booties and boots. I also wear a lot Express, H&M and Forever 21. I’m pretty much a bargain shopper so I hit up TJ Maxx a lot! 10 www.rodeofame.com Q: Favorite rodeo run, stretch of rodeos? A: I love the fall rodeos up in the northwest. The stands are always packed and the crowds are into the rodeos. Even though it’s closer to the end of the rodeo season it is a more relaxed environment Q: What is your go to Q: Favorite event to dress up for each year? piece of jewelry that you wear at least 50% of the time? A: My favorite event to dress up for is the NFR. It’s one of the only times I actually try and plan my outfits! Anything goes out there so it is fun to get creative! My mom comes over and we actually go through my clothes to try and make a list of what shirts, bottoms, jewelry, and shoes make up the outfit. We make it a fun time!! A: I have two go to pieces of jewelry that I wear. One is a custom leather cuff with our brand on it made by Rashel Garside. The other is a hand engraved sterling silver ring made by Janneman of Pienaar Saddles. Both of these pieces are unique and I love them!