Women's riding polos at Black Friday

The women's competition polo: collar, cut and finishes

The competition polo of a rider is worn under the competition jacket, and it's the collar that is most visible: high, structured, sometimes decorated with rhinestones, a piping or a contrasting band, it peeks out from the jacket and frames the face. The fitted cut follows the waist without bunching, and a stretchy fabric allows the shoulders to move freely during jumps. The Harry's Horse Brighton, Blackpool and Champ, from the Dutch brand, or the Equestro Stones with decorative band, illustrate these finishes. White remains a safe choice, but other light shades are accepted depending on the events and levels.

The rest of the women's equipment

Women's equestrian gear for Black Friday also includes:

• Riding trousers.
• Boots & Shoes.
• Shirts.
• Jackets & Coats.
• Competition jackets.

All women's equipment can be found on the women's page.

Pénélope, Equithème: French brands from the competition

Several polos in the selection come from French brands. Pénélope bears the name of Pénélope Leprevost, a show jumping rider who was crowned Olympic team champion with France in Rio in 2016; the Honey polo captures the elegance of her competition collections. Equithème, a brand for rider and horse equipment, offers the Molly, a simple and neat competition polo. Le Sabotier presents the Julia, a long-sleeved competition polo for year-end or start-of-year events. These brands understand the expectations of female riders, from club competitions to amateur levels.

Technical polos for training in the arena

During training, a rider looks for a polo that breathes and moves with them. The EQPRO Madeline and Grande models, the top Premier Equine Ombretta, or the Equestro training polo use a stretchy technical mesh that wicks away sweat during flat work and jumping. They dry quickly between horses and hardly wrinkle in the bag. The QHP Aubree, from the Dutch brand, the Montar MoEmilia with long sleeves, and the LeMieux Classic, plain and simple, are suitable for everyday use in the stables.

What size polo for a female rider

Women’s polos follow a fitted cut, narrower at the waist and more spacious at the hips and bust compared to a unisex model. You should stick to your usual size if wearing the polo under a fitted competition jacket: a size too big creates folds at the back. The length is as important as the width: the polo should cover the waist when the rider leans over the neck without riding up when jumping. Models in very stretchy mesh, like the technical polos, allow for a slight size discrepancy; polos with a structured collar, which are stiffer, require more precision.

Frequently asked questions

What riding polo for a girl?

Young riders often wear the same polos as adults in smaller sizes, like XS. For a petite child, a junior range offers shoulders and length suitable for their shape.

Is a long-sleeved polo suitable for summer competitions?

Yes, a fine technical mesh remains breathable even in long sleeves and protects the arms from the sun during outdoor days. It also helps prevent sunburn on the forearms between rounds.

Can you wear a coloured polo in competition?

In clubs and training, all colors are allowed. In competition, regulations require a white or light top under the jacket; some events allow for details in color, to be checked in the regulations.

How to remove a grass stain from a white polo?

Treat the stain as soon as possible with ox gall soap or a mild stain remover, rubbing gently. Then wash the polo at thirty degrees and dry it in the shade, as the sun can set the stain.

How to store competition polos?

Fold them flat or hang them on a wide hanger to maintain the shape of the collar. For a competition, a separate cover keeps the white polo safe from dust in the lorry and paddock.