History of breeches reaches back to the beginnings of the 16th century when thanks to the Brits the invention from north India became popular in Europe. However, those breeches did not resemble the breeches we know nowadays. Their function has also changed - they are not riding pants but also a piece of clothing used during cleaning, caring for the horse, preparing for travel, lunging, and all other equestrian activities.
Good breeches like horse's hooves - the basis
All producers know that this is the very fundamental part of an equestrian outfit. Breeches will provide you freedom of movements and comfortable seat in the saddle. Even during the last 10 years the applied materials and solutions have changed.
Interestingly, resting in between the rides or after the ride in breeches has become really popular, as the pants are now so comfortable, most riders do not take them off. How many of us get into a car right after a ride, not worrying about making the car seat dirty or leaving the characteristic "stable" smell behind?
The breeches' producers are aware of the ever-changing needs and expectations of the riders. Today, such brands as Animo, Equiline, Kingsland, or Pikeur are on the leading edge of creating allowing for full freedom of movements breathable, durable, elastic, fitting, and light breeches. Due to the application of modern materials, they do not get as dirty as they used to and the horse's hair does not stick to them - which is especially handy in spring when you need to clean an unshaven horse that is shedding his winter coat.
New technologies - new solutions
The last dozen of years brought new solutions for breeches trimming - the legs used to be trimmed with uncomfortable velcro straps. Today, all valued producers offer breeches with an elastic bottom made of lycra, which causes them to perfectly fit the rider's calves and ankles, preventing chafing.
The most recent and most popular solution is a silicone grip providing better adhesion in the saddle than material grips. Every brand has their own unique grip, which allows the riders to choose the one they find the most useful. On the market, there are available breeches with full grip and knee (short) grip. Which one is better? It depends on the person and your preferences. You can find tips on how to pick breeches here.
For those who prefer to stick to classic, brands such as Pikeur offer leather grips made of synthetic MCCROWN suede, which provide excellent adhesion in the saddle.
PIKEUR, LUGANA kontrast full leather grip women's breeches
PIKEUR, MERET full leather MCCROWN grip women's breeches
PIKEUR, CANDELA II full leather MCCROWN grip women's breeches
Denim – still in equestrian vogue
Denim breeches became an instant hit when they entered the market and remain in the most collection up until today. Despite not resembling denim pants worn by cowboys, while the wild prairies were replaced with quartz manages, denim still rules in the saddle. Even in the new version - one could say it is back to equestrian basics.
PIKEUR, TESIA GRIP JEANS women's breeches with full grip
ANIMO, NESY JEANS women's breeches
PIKEUR, ELFA JEANS GRIP women's breeches with full silicone grip
PIKEUR, DARJEEN GRIP JEANS women's full grip breeches
Breggings – equestrian leggings
A few years ago, individual models of equestrian leggings with grips start to emerge. In the beginning, they were not meant for success, but with time their popularity grew. The idea of breggings, namely pull-on breeches was created by the ubiquitous Athleisure trend, so a combination of sporty and elegant clothing.
However, not only fashion had a big influence over this - but also the riders' expectations. During the last couple of years, the awareness of the need for physical development not only for the horse but also for the rider grew. We are more willing to do a warm-up before a ride and stretching after it, which breggings make so much easier. Riders are also more prone to using personal coaches' advice, completing the saddle exercised with strengthening ones at the gym, yoga mat, or while running.
Wanting to meet those needs, producers came up with breggings. They also minimize the ever-lasting issue: should I tuck my shirt in or let it hang? Using an elastic waist allows for more freedom, which is why the rider's body looks slimmer in breggings.
Some models also have an additional pocket on a thigh - perfect for storing the rider's phone during a ride. Well-fitting pants and a stable place on a thigh prevent the phone from shifting even during jumping. After a ride, the back pocket comes very handy as well.
ESKADRON EQUESTRIAN FANATICS women's equestrian leggings, collection: Summer 2020
ESKADRON EQUESTRIAN FANATICS women's equestrian leggings, collection: Summer 2020
PIKEUR, TESIA GRIP JEANS women's breeches with full grip
ANIMO, NESY JEANS women's breeches
PIKEUR, ELFA JEANS GRIP women's breeches with full silicone grip
PIKEUR, DARJEEN GRIP JEANS women's full grip breeches
PIKEUR, HANNE GRIP pull-on women's breeches with full silicone grip
PIKEUR, GIA GRIP ATHLEISURE pull-on women's softshell breeches
PIKEUR, GIA GRIP ATHLEISURE pull-on women's breeches with full silicone grip
KINGSLAND, KATJA W E-TEC pull-on women's breeches with full silicone grip
Summer 2020 – collection overview
What do the equestrian brands have in store for us this season?
Eskadron - as we mentioned, offers brand new models of equestrian leggings with useful pockets that can store your phone.
ESKADRON EQUESTRIAN FANATICS women's equestrian leggings, collection: Summer 2020
Animo – Summer 2020 breeches collection
Animo is a company that places importance on new materials. In many models of their breeches, they apply silver fibers that provide anti-bacterial properties, drain moisture to the outside, and are scent-free. What is more, Animo uses polyamide (nylon) in their models - that is often used in top-shelf sports clothing, which is more durable than polyester, draining moisture to the outside and cooling on hot days. Additionally, nylon is smoother and nicer to the touch.
Animo also has their own silicone grip (AGS ANIMO GRIPPING SYSTEM).
See more breeches of Animo Summer 2020 collection >
ANIMO, NALOC women's breeches with a silicone knee grip, collection Summer 2020
ANIMO, NESY JEANS women's breeches, collection Summer 2020
EQUILINE – Summer 2020 breeches collection
Equiline – breeches of this brand are distinguishable in all circumstances. All due to a characteristic triangle on a left thigh, which became a subtle sign of the branch.
In their offer for Summer 2020 season, Equiline decided to use new cuts (on the front of the legs), decorative trimming, brocade tapes, ornamental grips, and comfortable stable leggings.
See more breeches of Equiline Summer 2020 collection >
EQUILINE, ETHEREAL women's equestrian breeches with knee grip, collection Summer 2020
EQUILINE, EILISE women's equestrian breeches with full grip, collection Summer 2020
EQUILINE, ESHA women's equestrian breeches with full grip, collection Summer 2020
EQUILINE, CELINE women's equestrian breeches with knee grip, collection Summer 2020
EQUILINE, CARRIE women's equestrian leggings with knee grip, collection Summer 2020
EQUILINE, GLADIS women's equestrian breeches with full grip, collection Summer 2020
PIKEUR – Spring/Summer 2020 breeches collection
It is one of the oldest brands producing breeches. Pikeur, as always, offers a wide range of products - in the new collection, you will find denim (also in leggings), leather grips (MCCROWN suede), breeches with grips and decorative pockets, and equestrian leggings with a wide elastic tape in the waist.
Interestingly, Pikeur more and more often places an additional pocket in their breeches - on a side of the right thigh, meant to store a phone.
See more breeches of Pikeur Summer 2020 collection >
PIKEUR, HENRIETTE MCCROWN breeches with full grip for women, with a phone pocket, Summer 2020 collection
PIKEUR JONNA GRIP breeches with full grip for women, Summer 2020 collection
From left: PIKEUR, IVANA GRIP JEANS ATHLEISURE women's breeches, collection Summer 2020
PIKEUR, GHIA GRIP ATHLEISURE II breeches with full grip for women, collection Summer 2020
PIKEUR, JULI GRIP ATHLEISURE breeches, collection Summer 2020
KINGSLAND – Spring/Summer 2020 breeches collection
Kingsland in their spring/summer 2020 collection decided on pull-on breeches. New models have decorative tapes and grips with Kingsland's logo.
See more breeches of Kingsland Summer 2020 collection >
KINGSLAND, KAYA full grip women's breeches, Spring 2020 collection
KINGSLAND, KATINKA full grip pull-on women's breeches, Summer 2020 collection
KINGSLAND, KARINA full grip pull-on women's breeches, Summer 2020 collection
KINGSLAND, KATINKA full grip pull-on women's breeches, Summer 2020 collection
KINGSLAND KARINA full grip women's breeches, Summer 2020 collection
KINGSLAND, KAMA women's breeches, Summer 2020 collection
Equestrian belt - all riders' must have
Another standard that emerged during the last decade is equestrian belts. An equestrian belt is not a functional clothing element, but it has become a sort of stylish completion of an outift. Especially in a show outfit during competitions, when we take off the show jacket, all shirts are tucked into the breeches, so the waist is exposed. The case is similar when the rider is wearing a dressage jacket, which ends a few centimeters above the waist. The belt - not so popular back in the days, today - amost necessary.
EQUILINE, MAGGIE women's woven belt
KINGSLAND, TALIOS unisex leather belt
MAKEBE, LUXY unisex leather belt with brass buckle
PIKEUR, MAKEBE LUXY GLAZE unisex suede belt
EQUILINE, CUBA unisex elastic equestrian belt
EQUILINE, GRACIA GLAMOUR women's equestrian belt
PIKEUR, UNISEX WOVEN BELT
PIKEUR, women's belt with shiny pebbles
MAKEBE, women's linen belt
MAKEBE, WAVE leather belt
KINGSLAND, TENDE unisex belt
ANIMO, HARTIC unisex elastic belt
A few years ago we did not have such a broad offer of assortment as we have today. New materials, innovative functional solutions (phone pocket, pull-on breeches) and improving technology make us very impatient for new inventions of producers for the seasons to come!
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