Years ago, I rode horses. I rode 3-4 times a week for about 5 years. On weekdays, I would get up at 5:30a and was at the stables by 6:30a for an hour ride. I loved riding horses. I eventually stopped (a few months after a bit of a fall, I got off the horse for good…I know…I know…cliche…but it is true…I fell off the horse, got back on for a bit, and then got off for good).
I have lots of little horsey things around my house…I have some fantastic Pierre Frey horse pillows on my bed, a tiny iron horse sculpture on my bookshelf, and countless riding boots, helmets and riding gear stuffed into closets. For some reason, I can’t seem to let go of the horse woman in me!
Love this entryway in an 1870’s coach house in Canada. The dark wood paneled walls, the arched doorway (almost Gothic door frame) and all of the horsey chic accessories and furniture. Love the riding boots and saddle as lovely theme accents! Also, love the firewood in the foyer…creating a visually interesting feature wall while also being extremely functional.
What do you think about equestrian chic? Do you like this entry?
Happy Friday!
xo
Coco
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The door is Gothic Coco and there’s no reason not to have a love of Equestrian as once it’s within one it’s nigh onto impossible to remove…though I’ve yet to know anyone of the horsey set who’d ever care to remove it from their person, even I though I just keep my equestrian memories solidly put away in a few prints and treasured photos wrapped in re-purposed saddle leather. 😉
Love it! Now one of your very cool throws should be in the image!!
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Karena
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I rode for many years too and it still remains one of my favorite things though I rarely get to go, and aren’t horses just the most beautiful animal ever!! I think so. Love that “stable door” as an entry door, so charming!
Love this post! I rode regularly for about 10 years growing up… even into college. Haven’t been on one in years and miss it so! And like you, I can’t seem to get rid of all my horse stuff… tack, boots, even grooming box are all up in the attic. You know, I case I need it one day. 🙂
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LOVE the door…isn’t my usually style, but there is just something about it. SO dramatic.
Organic. Classy. Adore it!
Love the door – I love original gothic details. You should ride again someday….
Hi!
I used to ride and show the A circuit in ponies so I love it all- snaffles, spurs and horse blankets!
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Ride again!! If you loved it one you will love it again.. and I think you will love this equestrian post from flourish … http://flourishdesignandstyle.blogspot.com/2011/06/classic.html