Shop Women's Jodhpurs & Breeches at Just Horse Riders
Jodhpurs, breeches and riding tights are stretch riding trousers cut for the saddle — flat seams where a normal trouser would rub, and grip where you sit. Three choices matter: the leg finish (jodhpurs run to the ankle for short boots, breeches stop at mid-calf to sit under long boots or half chaps, riding tights pull on like leggings), the grip (knee patch or full seat), and the rise — high-waisted cuts have become the most popular for comfort in the saddle. Just Horse Riders stocks over 350 women's jodhpurs, breeches and riding tights from brands including Dublin, Ariat, Premier Equine and LeMieux, from around £12.
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Women's jodhpurs and breeches advice from the Just Horse Riders team — last reviewed July 2026.
Choosing between jodhpurs, breeches and riding tights
| Choice | What it means |
|---|---|
| Jodhpurs | Ankle-length with a small cuff, worn with short jodhpur boots. The traditional everyday choice and usually the cheapest way in. |
| Breeches | Finish at mid-calf with a stretch sock or fastened bottom, so they sit flat under long boots or half chaps. The convention for competing. |
| Riding tights | Pull-on, legging-style, no zips or buttons, often with a phone pocket. The most comfortable option for schooling and yard work. |
| Knee-patch grip | Grip panels on the inside of the knee only. The standard choice — free movement, suits jumping and general riding. |
| Full-seat grip | Silicone or suede grip across the seat and thighs, designed to help you sit deeper and stiller. Popular for dressage and flatwork. |
Sizing honestly — check the guide every time
Sizing is the main reason riding trousers get returned. Some brands sell women's sizes in inch waist measurements, some in UK dress sizes, and tights often in XS–XXL — and the same inch measurement can map to a different dress size from one brand to the next. Measure your waist and hips and check the size guide on the individual product page rather than assuming your usual size carries over. The right fit is snug like a legging, with no gaping at the small of the back when you sit.
Match the pair to the season
Most riders end up with at least two pairs. Lightweight four-way-stretch fabrics suit the warmer months, while thermal, fleece-lined styles such as the Toggi Dartmoor Thermal range (from £35.90) make winter yard days far more bearable. There are also waterproof breeches, such as the LeMieux Drytex range, designed to keep rain out on wet hacks, and denim-look styles that pass as normal trousers between the yard and the school run.
Women's jodhpurs & breeches favourites
- Budget everyday jodhpurs: Gallop Equestrian Ladies Classic Plain Jodhpurs (from £11.60) — plain cotton-blend classic in seven colours with an extended size range.
- Everyday riding tights: Cameo Equine Core Collection Tights (from £19.22) — four-way stretch with gel knee patches and a proper phone pocket, waist 24–38 inch.
- Step-up jodhpurs: Whitaker Pateley Ladies Jodhpurs (from £22.33) — soft cotton-spandex pull-on style, every size from 24 to 34 inch in stock.
- Full-seat all-rounder: Premier Equine Filetto Womens Gel Full Seat Riding Breeches (from £60.00) — lightweight gel full seat for warmer months, UK 6–18.
- Premium riding tights: Ariat Womens Eos 2.0 Full Seat Riding Tights (from £75.00) — compression fit with silicone full seat and thigh pockets, in black or navy.
- Competition-day breeches: LeMieux Victoria Breech Silicone Seat (from £119.95) — high-waisted dressage breech with a seam-free inside leg, in white or navy.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between jodhpurs, breeches and riding tights?
Mostly the leg finish. Jodhpurs are ankle-length with a small cuff and pair with short jodhpur boots. Breeches stop at mid-calf with a stretch or fastened bottom so they sit flat under long boots or half chaps. Riding tights are pull-on stretch leggings made for the saddle, with no fastenings at all. None is better than the others — it comes down to which boots you wear and how dressed-up you need to be.
What size should I order when every brand sizes differently?
Treat each brand separately. Women's riding trousers come in inch waist sizes, UK dress sizes and S–XL sizing depending on the maker, and the conversions between them are not consistent. Measure your waist and hips, then use the size guide on the product page you are buying from. Aim for a snug, legging-like fit — loose riding trousers wrinkle and rub against the saddle.
Should I buy knee-patch or full-seat?
Knee patch is the safe default and what most riders school and jump in — grip at the knee, free movement everywhere else. Full seat adds silicone or suede across the seat and thighs and is designed to help you sit deeper and more still, which is why dressage riders tend to favour it. If you hack and do a bit of everything, start with knee patch.
Can I just ride in normal leggings?
You can, but most riders regret it. Gym leggings have an inside-leg seam that rubs against the saddle and thinner fabric that wears through quickly. Riding tights look similar but use heavier four-way-stretch fabric, flat or seam-free inside legs and grip panels — and everyday pairs start from around £19, so the upgrade is not expensive.
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