Women's Riding
Competition Clothing
Boots, jodhpurs, jackets and competition wear for women — designed to work as hard as you do.
Women's Competition Clothing
Competition clothing is what you change into on show day – a smart show shirt, a tailored show jacket and the finishing touches that make you look the part in the ring. The choices that matter most are your shirt (white is the classic, with a collar that sits neatly under a jacket), your jacket colour (navy or black are the traditional safe picks), and whether you prefer a classic tailored cut or a lighter technical stretch fabric that moves with you. Just Horse Riders stocks women's show shirts, show jackets and competition coats from brands including Ariat, LeMieux, Aubrion and Premier Equine, from around £17.
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Women's competition clothing advice from the Just Horse Riders team — last reviewed July 2026.
Choosing women's competition clothing
| Choice | What it means |
|---|---|
| Show shirt | Worn under your jacket, or on its own on hot days if the schedule allows. White is the classic; short sleeves are cooler in summer, and hidden fastenings or a stock-tie loop keep the neckline tidy. |
| Show jacket | A tailored navy or black jacket smartens any outfit. Modern stretch fabrics are lighter and far less restrictive than older wool styles, which matters when you are actually riding in it all day. |
| Tweed jacket | The traditional look often seen in showing and hunter-type classes. Expectations vary by class and society, so check the schedule or ask the organiser before buying one specially. |
| Colour | Navy or black reads as smart everywhere. Coloured trims and bolder shades are increasingly common, but for affiliated classes check your discipline's current rulebook before spending. |
| Fit and sizing | Most women's shirts and jackets here run UK 6–18. Some jackets are sized by chest measurement in inches instead, and Ariat show coats come in Regular and Long lengths – measure yourself and check each brand's chart. |
Local shows vs affiliated dress codes
At local and unaffiliated shows, nobody expects top-of-the-range gear – judges look for a tidy, traditional turnout. A white or pale show shirt, a clean navy or black jacket and well-fitting white or beige breeches will cover almost every class; read the schedule and, when in doubt, keep it plain. Affiliated competition is different: each discipline publishes its own dress rules and they do change, so check your discipline's current rulebook before buying anything specifically for it – especially jacket colours, tweed and sleeve requirements.
Keeping your whites white
Most riders pair this collection with white or beige breeches kept strictly for show days. Travel to the venue in your yard clothes and change once the mucky jobs are done, keep a zip-up layer over your show shirt until you are called, and pack stain wipes for last-minute smudges. Wash whites promptly after the show rather than leaving stains to set, and store your jacket in a garment bag between outings so it comes out ring-ready.
Women's competition clothing favourites
- Budget show shirt: HyFASHION Lettie Show Shirt (from £17.05) — navy short-sleeve shirt with subtle diamante and mesh detail; a lot of shirt for the money.
- Classic white shirt: Ariat Womens Aptos Short Sleeve Show Shirt (from £40.00) — wrap collar with hidden snaps and a stock-tie loop, so it looks tidy on its own or under a jacket.
- Smart with sparkle: LeMieux Olivia Short Sleeve Show Shirt (from £44.95) — soft stretch fabric, invisible front zip and delicate diamante detail; white or navy in UK 6–18.
- Mid-price show jacket: Aubrion Optima-MX Show Jacket (from £99.00) — black or navy, sized 28 to 42 inch; a dependable first proper show jacket.
- Technical competition jacket: Premier Equine Quarto Ladies Competition Jacket (from £171.00) — panelled technical fabrics for breathability; jet black, French navy or London red in UK 6–16.
- Premium show coat: Ariat Womens Artico 2.0 Show Coat (from £200.00) — ultra-light, unlined stretch coat in Regular and Long lengths for a properly tailored fit.
Frequently asked questions
What should I wear to my first local or unaffiliated show?
Tidy and traditional is the aim: a white or pale show shirt, a navy or black jacket, white or beige breeches, clean boots and your usual riding hat. Most local schedules simply ask for neat turnout, so read the entry details and keep it plain rather than buying anything elaborate for a first outing.
Should I choose a navy show jacket or a black one?
Either is a safe, traditional choice at most shows, and both are widely available across this collection. Navy tends to be the more popular first jacket because it flatters most colouring and hides dust a little better. If you compete in an affiliated discipline, check its current rulebook before buying, as jacket colour expectations vary and do change.
How should a women's show jacket fit?
It should fasten comfortably over your show shirt without pulling at the buttons, and let you move your arms freely into a riding position – try sitting and reaching forward as if holding reins. Sleeves should finish around the wrist bone with your arms forward. Women's jackets here are mostly UK 6–18, though some are sized by chest measurement in inches, so check the brand's size chart rather than assuming your usual size.
How do I keep a white show shirt and breeches clean on show day?
Do the yard jobs and travelling in your everyday clothes, then change at the venue. Keep a zip-up layer over your show shirt until you are due in the ring, carry stain wipes for last-minute marks, and wash whites as soon as you get home so stains do not set. Many riders keep one set of whites strictly for competing.
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