GLAMOUR PHOTOGRAFY

Rather synonymous with the beautifully hued and brisk autumn season is equestrian style -- perhaps it is due to the association with all that is classically equestrian— beginning primarily with the rich colors . . .



. . . at home, the warm, textural plaid blankets, and paintings of races hung in hallways; hearty, blazing fires and stylishly, meticulously finished and fitted crested blazers, buttery soft leather riding boots, gloves, and the like.



Perhaps what is so fascinating and alluring are the aristocratic appeal and the open adventures outdoors that these things also represent, or, maybe it is the old world appeal—the history, the sport, and the celebration, as well the beauty of horses to be appreciated.



Though certainly not succinct only with autumn, with layers and leaves falling, an appreciation of equestrian beauty is afresh and particular notes of equestrian style (such as beloved Hermès blankets) returns . . .





Beyond magnifying equestrian style, for many, an equestrian escape, where one might enjoy the sport, races, adventures and exploring different trails and areas, is befitting.


From an exotic and welcoming resort in India, to a classic castle in England full of comforts, here is a selection of a variety of lovely accommodations, worldwide, to visit . . .


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. . . while not quite ready to let go of the last of the summer whites just yet, somehow, in august's last fleeting moments, always and inescapably drawn to vibrant and tumultuous shades of orange . . .

. . . a bit of a late start this morning and after the weekend, an undeniable change in the air -- leaves are falling and it's afternoon walks in overcast skies, warm knits and satin blankets . . .






{p.s.}
* isn't lace in a drawer such a lovely idea?
* more pretty show ribbons

{images: a previous post; danielle thompson photography via decor8; sophie vlaming by david bellemere for marie claire italy, styling by elisabetta massari via fashion gone rogue; better homes & gardens; record the day}

. . . a built-in dog bed and a place for wellies

. . . a fun and modern equestrian-inspired room divider

{p.s.} a little reminder to those of you who have not yet entered the interior design services give-away -- please e-mail all submissions to {lavenderplum@gmail.com} by Tuesday, April 28, 2009

* click here for more information

* images: 1 - country homes & interiors; 2 - concrete & honey}

Tuesday morning, while caught in the pouring rain waiting for the traffic signal to change, a stranger happened along and silently, gallantly sheltered me under his umbrella . . .

{life is filled with beautiful moments}


{wrap up of the week's preppy posts + a few extra links:}
> horse show ribbons
> winning horse stories series at nibs: {1, 2, & 3}
> country tweed wedding dress
> the crested blazer
> all's fair in love in wellies

{p.s.}
> pay someone a compliment today

{images: 1 - flickr ; 2 - In The Mood For . . .; 3 - Elegant Bride via nibs}

Always love discovering new and creative ways to display collections. Here, adding a dash of the Equestrian Style to a room can be as simple as an artful arrangement of horse show ribbons and Equestrian awards tacked to the wall for a cool and casual look {above}, or beautifully framed above a table of awards and trophies for an elegant and winning presentation {below}.

{images: 1 - Francine Zaslow via design is mine; 2 - Mark Lund; 3 - kristatomic}

The crested blazer had been adapted from its traditional English schoolboy and well-bred, aristocratic origins to become a part of the season’s preppy, collegiate look, along with wellies, tartan and plaid, and elements of the Equestrian Style.

Paired with jeans and a silk blouse and worn with a casual elegance, the sharp, blue-blooded tailoring of the crested blazer is no longer quaint and Old World, but stylish and thoroughly modern.

{Balenciaga F2007RTW}

{Charles Anastase S2008RTW}

{above and below: Gwynne Blazer with velvet trim by Joules}


{Balenciaga F2007RTW}

{Ralph Lauren Wool Crested Blazer}

{Welland Blazer by Joules}

{Ralph Lauren Wool Crested Blazer}

{Gwynne Blazer with velvet trim by Joules}

{via the sartorialist}