Cinderella rides into our lives Once again - this time on a Dapple Grey Stallion!

Hot off the press from Vogue.com looks like we are in for a treat from Disney...though we may have to wait a while! The new Film of Cinderella is set to hit the screens in March 2015.

The exclusive picture released by Disney is getting us excited!

The Dapple grey stallion looks exquisite next to her aqua blue dress - Fresh from a Fairytale!

Bring on the Colour for Spring 2014

Having lulled away the last few weeks of summer, there is no denying that a slight chill has crept into the air reminding us all that autumn is gently knocking on our doors.

Although I embrace autumn with its crisp mornings, beautiful auburn colours and the ever drawing nights bringing about a feeling of nostalgia.  Before I get out and dust off my autumn/winter wardrobe, which there is no denying I love with its cosy chunky knits, wonderful classic tweeds and wellys... I thought I would spoil myself by having one last look back and reminding myself of the hazy days of spring and summer, with vibrant colours filling our rider and spectator wardrobes

Gone were the days where colourful jodhpurs were only for the children amongst us and we welcomed in with open arms... colour! 

I loved the spring 2013 collection by Ralph Lauren which wonderfully collaborated the use of colour to create a modern twist on the classic and timeless equestrian style ... The mix of leather tweed and suede give a practical utilitarian feel to fashionable, flattering and stylish pieces. I particularly love the ponchos over coloured jodpurs for that cool daytime feel - as if you are ready to jump on a horse at any given moment! The bright scarves really set off the outfits and look fab tied in pirate style headband...or for the less daring just around the neck in a pussy bow or cravat style. 

Via Ralph Lauren Blue Label Spring 2013

Doing it for the Cobs!

Despite all the wonderful warmbloods sweeping up the majority of the titles this weekend at the National Dressage Championships, Stonleigh, Warks, I have to say the it was a breath of fresh air to see Tiger Tim the Stunning traditional gypsy cob finishing second in the novice restricted with a brilliant score of 69.13%.

‘Timmy’, who's sire was brought from travellers by owner Denise Kersley of Coombe Farm Stud in Dorset, looked absolutely stunning with his traditional curled forelock, long feathers and Arab plait.  I was wowed by his test and very impressed with his expressive medium trot.

I can only hope now that judges all over will recognise the all types of horses should be given the chance to shine in the Dressage arena and judged equally, it is not only always the more athletic warmbloods that can impress!

Well done Timmy and rider Alysa Matravers!

Photo from Horse & Hound

Carl Hester impresses once again winning the grand prix freestyle at the national dressage championships.

Wow what a weekend for Carl Hester and the beautiful Fine Time, owned by Gemma Appleton! Saturday saw sun shining over the national dressage championships at Stonleigh, Warks with Carl on top form winning the grand Prix at the Espayo British Dressage national championships with a score of 72.89%.

Carl took to the arena once again on Sunday for the Grand Prix freestyle, riding to the same music as in the 2011 European Championships with Utophia and swept his 66th national championship title with a fantastic 76.65%.

    

I must say that Fine Time the the 12-year-old Floestan Stallion was looking absolutely stunning, with his beautiful shapely inquisitive face and his 4 even little white socks – he looked like he was enjoying giving a spectacular show!

***images are from Horse&Hound

Burberry "English Rose" Collection

London Fashion week has drawn to a close and headed off to Milan, so what was our favourite show of the season for Spring Summer 2014?

Not only does their knight in shining armour logo immediately draw us in, but the British brand Burberry, never disappoints in the fashion stakes since Christopher Baileys took the reins as Creative Director. This season, Burberry knocked our socks off once again with their elegant, chic collection aptly named "English Rose"
Christopher Bailey's translation saw barely-there chiffon, laces and cashmere blended in an edible palate of sorbet pastel tones. Oversized woollen coats with embroidered detailing add to the classic yet modern tones Burberry does so well. Pencil skirts slit riskily high at the back add a racy vibe with retro sunglasses and loose clutches all culminated in a high end, sophisticated yet girly, fun and fresh feel.

I particularly feel this collection is reminiscent of spring countryside walks with the use of delicate vintage lace and beautiful fresh spring hues, you can almost smell the scent of the roses as every model wafts down the runway in one of these beautiful ensembles. I will defiantly be sporting a lace pencil skirt and chiffon blouse next spring, perfect for the members enclosure!