Eli and I have been partners for about five years now, and we are venturing into the hunter ring, which is new for me but he seems to love it. I have been obsessed with horses for as long as I can remember and have been riding since I was 9. I have a dachshund named Conrad that runs my life at home while Eli is in charge at the barn. My blog is about these guys, but I am always interested in trying new riding clothes and following other fashionable equestrians. (Picture credit to 5-12 Photography)

DeNiro Boots

These boots ... they have grown on me and everyone compliments them. I have dark brown ones, too. I really can't say enough good things about DeNiros -- they fit well, almost a made-to-measure fit. They are durable. They are comfortable. "Cotto" must be "orange" in Italian? It actually means "cooked," but I love the color either way! (Picture credit to Olivia Hullinger)

Roeckl Gloves

A well-loved pair of Roeckls can't be beat. Add a glittery monogram to them and I've found perfection. I wear them all the time, and they last a long time and still offer that close-contact feel.

Arm Candy

I love a good wrist stack, and I tend to not bother taking off jewelry to ride, unless it's dangly earrings. The bracelets stay on. I am especially fond of my James Avery charm bracelet, with the horse shoe and dachshund representing my fur kids. 

Mango Bay Tee

This is the softed tee shirt I own, and the design says it all for me. I am in the midst of a life-long love affair with off-track thoroughbreds and Eli is no exception. 

Duftler spur belt

This is my go-to splurge item. I love how this belt looks with a lot of my breeches. It works well with my current burgundy mood (as does wine, but I can't wear wine).