STYLErider by Alexis Meadows
vv Ariana As a hardworking equestrian and dedicated designer, Ariana Rockefeller has created a widely respected name for herself in and out of the show ring. Her eponymous clothing line has rapidly gained a devoted following in elite fashion circles, showcasing a chic and sophisticated elegance that she carries into the equestrian world as well. A New York resident, Ariana rides with Heather Hays and has been balancing her time between preparation for the Wellington winter show circuit and the launch of her Spring/Summer 2016 line. And despite her nonstop schedule, she continues to incorporate the equestrian industry into other facets of her life through her work with animal sanctuaries. She donated the proceeds of her 2015 holiday trunk show to the Duchess Sanctuary and recently represented the Humane Society as an advocate for the Equine Protection Program.
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· january/february
Rockefeller uu Horse & Style: Describe your riding (apparel) style: Ariana Rockefeller: My riding style is classic and timeless. I like to stay with traditional silhouettes and a clean, streamlined look.
H&S: What is your head-to-toe riding outfit? AR: I wear Tucci boots, and I usually love wearing the Tailored Sportsman
breeches in all colors. They have such a great variety. And then I always wear Equi In Style shirts for schooling – they’re so great because they have ventilation and sun protection. I’m just getting a new show coat from Charles Ascona and my show shirt is Cavalleria Toscana. They make short-sleeve shirts that have collars which look nice, especially for Wellington, where it’s like 100 degrees. It’s very nice to have light show clothes. I have a Samshield helmet I really like – helmets are always a safety priority for me.
H&S: Do you wear anything for good luck? AR: In the show ring I usually wear a pair of pearl earrings my grandfather gave me. They’re very simple, which is always a good thing. But I’m not that superstitious. If I forgot them, I wouldn’t have to scratch my class or anything like that.
H&S: What are your favorite equestrian brands? AR: In addition to my head-to-toe outfit brands, I always have my Hermès
belt on – it’s my standard and so beautiful. My favorite saddle brand is Butet;