Irideon Cadence full seats in darker colours. Even the white ones are pretty good.
Funny about people saying to ride in a larger size. I always have to pull them up and then get camel toe. LOL
I gave up worrying about it. I’m there for my horse. He doesn’t care what I wear, or don’t wear. I’m there to work with him and be comfortable. I understand that you can be emotionally uncomfortable in some things, but since you really are all covered up, who cares? Who cares about camel toe? It happens. Whatevs. It’s about the riding and your partner. Not about what anyone else thinks of your personal attire.
If it’s just too downright embarrassing and you can’t get past it, then I would suggest looking into buying older breeches off Ebay. I used to adore Kentuckys because they didn’t do that and they also had real leather. They were often pleated in front and had side pockets. Love, love, love them! I think they still make the Miami’s or Mexico City (one of those fits more loosely).
Personally, I also do not get the need to wear skin tight breeches, especially those that hold someone in. They make your thigh more round and less able to mold to the horse’s side, which interferes with your riding. A bit of bag in the thighs is actually preferable…if you have ridden for years and know the difference based on experience.
I hate that the horse world has become the latest victim to fashion trends. It used to be very functional. Not so much these days. Especially not with the low rise breeches that fall off ones backside if they are longer in the waist.
(Oh, and then there are the Kerrits shirts that crack me up. You have uber tight and thin breeches, but all their shirts are super baggy and hang poorly so you can’t see any shape. :lol: )
I like SmartPak’s pipers because the material is thicker and I feel like it doesn’t show every dimple of fat in my thighs. :lol:
I actually prefer my breeches fairly snug so excess fabric doesn’t bunch up in weird places and rub my inner legs. However, if your breeches are too tight, you should probably just go up a size. Problem solved. Go to your local tack shop and try stuff on until you find some in the right cut and fabric thickness for you.
[QUOTE=JustTheTicket;8222161]
I actually prefer my breeches fairly snug so excess fabric doesn’t bunch up in weird places and rub my inner legs. However, if your breeches are too tight, you should probably just go up a size. Problem solved. Go to your local tack shop and try stuff on until you find some in the right cut and fabric thickness for you.[/QUOTE]
Depending on the person, sometimes this isn’t really possible. I’m heavy, but not huge, and roughly half of breech manufacturers don’t even make my size. Of those that do, I can just wear the largest size they make most of the time. In Tuff Riders I can wear pull-on styles (more stretchy) in a 34, but the same brand and the same size in a zip style won’t go over my hips. For riders in this fun little bubble of size weirdness, going up a size isn’t an easy option.
Apologize if these are already mentioned above–heading out to ride and haven’t read all replies. But I just saw these breeches on TackoftheDay.com and thought of this thread.
Might be what you’re looking for?
http://www.ovationriding.com/ovation-ladies-taylored-euroweave-dx-side-zip-hunt-breech-467602
[QUOTE=HungarianHippo;8223577]
Apologize if these are already mentioned above–heading out to ride and haven’t read all replies. But I just saw these breeches on TackoftheDay.com and thought of this thread.
Might be what you’re looking for?
http://www.ovationriding.com/ovation-ladies-taylored-euroweave-dx-side-zip-hunt-breech-467602[/QUOTE]
Thanks for this recommendation - I will check these out. If I could hijack your thread for a moment (if I should start a new one, tell me), how 'bout breeches that actually fit wide hips/small waist. Low rise doesn’t work for me. Any suggestions welcomed!
It’s funny that you mention this! Riders with “extra lumps” don’t even catch my attention when I’m at the barn/horse shows! In my head I think “everyone looks a bit lumpy in breeches, but you’ve gotta do what you’ve gotta do”.
But when I’m out on the street and see someone with “too many things visible” in sheer tights, I shudder a little.
We need the tight pants so the judges can see our legs. I currently really enjoy riding in a pair of workout pants I got from Winners (CAN version of Marshalls). They are thin and stretchy, but they are so comfy! No knee patches, but no big deal.
P.S. I think everyone has camel toe in breeches… let it ride :lol:
[QUOTE=Velvet;8221268]
Funny about people saying to ride in a larger size. I always have to pull them up and then get camel toe. LOL
I gave up worrying about it. I’m there for my horse. He doesn’t care what I wear, or don’t wear. I’m there to work with him and be comfortable. I understand that you can be emotionally uncomfortable in some things, but since you really are all covered up, who cares? Who cares about camel toe? It happens. Whatevs. It’s about the riding and your partner. Not about what anyone else thinks of your personal attire.
If it’s just too downright embarrassing and you can’t get past it, then I would suggest looking into buying older breeches off Ebay. I used to adore Kentuckys because they didn’t do that and they also had real leather. They were often pleated in front and had side pockets. Love, love, love them! I think they still make the Miami’s or Mexico City (one of those fits more loosely).
Personally, I also do not get the need to wear skin tight breeches, especially those that hold someone in. They make your thigh more round and less able to mold to the horse’s side, which interferes with your riding. A bit of bag in the thighs is actually preferable…if you have ridden for years and know the difference based on experience.
I hate that the horse world has become the latest victim to fashion trends. It used to be very functional. Not so much these days. Especially not with the low rise breeches that fall off ones backside if they are longer in the waist.
(Oh, and then there are the Kerrits shirts that crack me up. You have uber tight and thin breeches, but all their shirts are super baggy and hang poorly so you can’t see any shape. :lol: )[/QUOTE]
Unfortunately the industry is geared to 15 year old skinny little girls. They don’t yet realize they aren’t the ones with most of the money. I wouldn’t be caught dead at a dog fight in 95% of what Dover is offering these days.
I think they’re trying to go in the “gym duds” direction, since that’s what the crowd who fancy themselves “athletic” wear on the street these days. Never mind that unless one is flat and emaciated, skin-tight “tights” and a painted-on tank top look not only inelegant and out of place, but practically obscene on most people on a horse. Riding clothes right now are the equivalent of the pastel, polyester “leisure suits” guys were sold in the 70’s!
Wait and see; SOME one is going to get a clue to bring back Elegance, maybe the Germans. It’ll probably be Very Expensive, therefore Desirable, and with luck we’ll see the end of the Fugly Trend. At the present extreme, it’s the only direction left in which things can swing. :winkgrin:
[QUOTE=JustTheTicket;8222161]
I actually prefer my breeches fairly snug so excess fabric doesn’t bunch up in weird places and rub my inner legs. However, if your breeches are too tight, you should probably just go up a size. Problem solved. Go to your local tack shop and try stuff on until you find some in the right cut and fabric thickness for you.[/QUOTE]
Who wears incorrectly sized breeches? I’m missing the post.
If you meant me, I wear correctly sized breeches. I just prefer the old style with looser hips (DESIGNED that way) and higher waists.
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Unfortunately the industry is geared to 15 year old skinny little girls. They don’t yet realize they aren’t the ones with most of the money. I wouldn’t be caught dead at a dog fight in 95% of what Dover is offering these days.
I think they’re trying to go in the “gym duds” direction, since that’s what the crowd who fancy themselves “athletic” wear on the street these days. Never mind that unless one is flat and emaciated, skin-tight “tights” and a painted-on tank top look not only inelegant and out of place, but practically obscene on most people on a horse. Riding clothes right now are the equivalent of the pastel, polyester “leisure suits” guys were sold in the 70’s!
Wait and see; SOME one is going to get a clue to bring back Elegance, maybe the Germans. It’ll probably be Very Expensive, therefore Desirable, and with luck we’ll see the end of the Fugly Trend. At the present extreme, it’s the only direction left in which things can swing. :winkgrin:[/QUOTE]
I’m not so sure I’d count on any European country to bring back class. Take a look at SOME (not all) of the selections on Divoza! :lol: There are some fairly classical styles (not enough), and many, many wild items. I think they are actually leading the way in crazy outfits these days.
Jockey’s “Skimmies” are undies also help. I buy them a size bigger too.
I know they’re on the pricier side, but I’ve had good luck with Romfh. No “camel toe” and, because they tend to be higher-waisted (at least the ones I’ve found), NO “muffin top” either.
BTW, since we’re on the subject, when in God’s name are they going to stop making women wear WHITE breeches for Dressage??? There are probably like 2% of us on the planet who can pull that off as well as the men can.
Okay, I’ve vented. Carry on, folks! :lol:
I just can’t figure it out…
Can someone please enlighten me regarding VPL? I get the gist of the initials but can’t get the words?
Please inbox me if necessary. I must know.
[QUOTE=Tab;8226769]
Can someone please enlighten me regarding VPL? I get the gist of the initials but can’t get the words?[/QUOTE]
Visible Panty Line.
[QUOTE=00Seven;8226852]
Visible Panty Line.[/QUOTE]
Thank you! I won’t shock you all with what I came up with…:eek:
Equissentials. The fabric is heavier yet breathes and gives appropriate coverage. They are extremely comfortable too. Hope this helps.
Here is the link for Equissential Breeches. Smartpak and other tack stores also carry them.
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If you meant me, I wear correctly sized breeches. I just prefer the old style with looser hips (DESIGNED that way) and higher waists.[/QUOTE]
I have a pair of rust colored Custom Riding Apparel breeches, and the thighs are cut so they are almost old-fashioned loose when standing, and when mounted, everything falls into place, LOVE that. But the rise is SO LOW! 
They sit at a very unflattering spot so I always ride shirt tail out and preferably with a longer vest and I have to use a hipster belt just to meet in the middle and keep the darn things up. I looked in the mirror the other day with them belted to stay up I thought “Oh That is Not Good!” I’ve never seen my pudge look any worse!
But the thighs fit so nice :sadsmile:
[QUOTE=SmartAlex;8226960]
I have a pair of rust colored Custom Riding Apparel breeches, and the thighs are cut so they are almost old-fashioned loose when standing, and when mounted, everything falls into place, LOVE that. But the rise is SO LOW! They sit at a very unflattering spot so I always ride shirt tail out and preferably with a longer vest and I have to use a hipster belt just to meet in the middle and keep the darn things up. I looked in the mirror the other day with them belted to stay up I thought “Oh That is Not Good!” I’ve never seen my pudge look any worse!
But the thighs fit so nice :sadsmile:[/QUOTE]
Here’s a radical idea: Alter them. Buy some fabric that contrasts, matches, or comes close and sew a waistband up to 5 additional inches on top to make up the rise. In fact, your tailor might be able to do something of the kind if you ask. This does entail re-engineering a longer zipper unless they’re pull-ons. If you ride with your shirttail out or a vest, nobody’ll see it anyway.
I’ve also cut a pair or two up the back seam and put in my own elastic gusset.
If the only place they’re too tight is the waist, that can be a solution, too. Best to practice at first on a dirt-cheap pair from E-bay or consignment.
Long t shirts or untucked polo shirts over whatever you like to ride in…Problem solved.
