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A riding tailcoat is particularly elegant and it is hard to imagine equestrian sports without it. The appearance of the dressage tailcoat reflects grace, elegance and a certain "quality", since this outfit is only used from the heavy class upwards. So you can see at first glance that the rider has reached a certain performance class.
The tournament tailcoat is cut short at the front and usually ends just above the breeches. It is cut so long at the back that it reaches to the back of the knees. These laps are split down the middle to increase freedom of movement. In contrast to the tournament jacket, the buttons on the front are usually double-breasted. The pockets on the front of the riding tailcoat and also the lapels are often decorated with applications, such as small rhinestones or a velvet collar. The breast pocket is always decorated with a handkerchief.
Even if dressage is supposed to look particularly elegant and easy, it is still a strenuous sport. The excitement of a tournament also makes some riders sweat. Therefore, the tailcoat must be particularly breathable, washable and quick-drying. Always follow the care instructions on the inner lining. Because you can see immediately whether the tournament tailcoat is machine washable or needs to be dry cleaned.
In addition to the technical requirements, the fashionable tournament clothing must also have a good fit. Wearing comfort is particularly important for body-hugging clothing. Therefore, the dressage tailcoat is made of elastic material such as elastane and polyamide.
The most famous manufacturers of tournament jackets are big brands such as Pikeur, Kingsland, Samshield or Cavallo. These equestrian sports brands offer very good quality with exceptionally fashionable designs. The tailcoat for men has a more classic design and is available in blue, black and grey. These colors are also represented by female riders. In addition, there are often decorations on the collar, buttons and pockets. At Samshield Please note that the French size is one size smaller than the German size. For the sake of simplicity, we indicate the German size.
