Snapshots from Stoneybrook Steeplechase 2013
Stoneybrook Steeplechase in Raeford, NC on April 2nd, 2013 marked the 62nd running of this delightful derby event. It was a sweet surprise to hear that my father used to attend this event as a child, and it was exciting to see how the traditions are so similar today. The horses still gallop the track [...]
Read More →A Race-Day Recap Of Charleston Trials Steeplechase 2013
The Inaugural Charleston Trials Steeplechase was held on St. Patricks Day, March 17, 2013. It was a delightful day in Charleston, South Carolina watching Thoroughbreds gallop the track at Stono Ferry Plantation. The facility is surrounded by lovely southern plantationesque homes with an enormous infield for tailgating. If you were unable to attend this year, [...]
Read More →Upcoming Event: John Smith’s Grand National at Aintree April 4-6th
There’s never too many steeplechases to attend. Joys of dressing up in springtime sundresses, frolicking in fancy hats, and cheersin’ the mint juleps is the best way of spending a weekend away from your usual nine-to-five job. The British Equestrian Spectacular event Grand National at Aintree Racecourse attracts over 154,000 racegoers for three days like no other, [...]
Read More →Upcoming Event: Charleston Trials March 17, 2013
The Inaugural Charleston Trials steeplechase will be held at the Plantation at Stono Ferry in Charleston, South Carolina on Sunday, March 17, 2013. Mark your calendar today and start planning your St. Patrick’s tailgate setup now. Enjoy a fun filled day of flat and steeplechase races and ‘get your green on’! EquestrianStylist.com will be attending [...]
Read More →Upcoming Event: Ladies’ Day at John Smith’s Grand National: April 5, 2013
What: Ladies’ Day At John Smith’s Grand National Where: Aintree Race Course: Liverpool, UK When: Friday April 5, 2013 About John Smith’s Grand National: This National Hunt horse race is held annually and is a handicap steeplechase run over a distance of 4 miles and 4 furlongs with horses jumping 30 fences over two circuits of [...]
Read More →Upcoming Event: The Charleston Cup Steeplechase November 9-11, 2012
The next exquisite equestrian social event for the season in Charleston, South Carolina is almost here! On Sunday November 11, 2012, the 19th running of the Charleston Cup Steeplechase is scheduled to take place at The Plantation at Stono Ferry. Sanctioned by The National Steeplechase Association, the Charleston Cup has become one of the premier sporting [...]
Read More →Do Derby: Vineyard Vines Equestrian Style
With Steeplechase season and Kentucky Derby right around the corner… we have selected some adorable equestrian style looks from Vineyard Vines for these traditional horse prep events. Guys and Dolls, get ready and slip your silks on for Spring! The Bitsy Dress $285.00 The Bitsy Top $145.00 Guys, you must wear seersucker to the derby… [...]
Read More →Jockey Equestrian Style from Carolina Cup 2012
Red, yellow, green, and blue: all colors of jockey silks in the Carolina Cup in Camden, South Carolina. Enjoy these picturesque moments of jockeys in their equestrian gear for the steeplechase event. Jockey silks are those garments worn by the rider and the colors represent the owner of the horse. White breeches are worn by [...]
Read More →A Prestigious Equestrian Affair: The Carolina Cup 2012
Bowties, pastels, derby hats, and (of course) Horses were the main attraction of style at the 80th anniversary of the Carolina Cup. The Equestrian Stylist highly enjoyed this dapper steeplechase in the heart of Camden, South Carolina. The gates of the Springdale Race Course opened at 9AM, and the first race began at 1:30 p.m. [...]
Read More →Upcoming Event: The 80th Anniversary Carolina Cup
The Equestrian Stylist is extremely excited for the upcoming 80th anniversary of the Carolina Cup on March 31, 2012. We are going to be dressing in classic equestrian steeplechase attire. Yes, this means: classic dresses, ribbons, and big beautiful hats. The event is held at the Springdale Race Course in South Carolina: The gates open [...]
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