{horsey style file: equestrian chic}

Equestrian chic has been all-the-rage since earlier this year, and lately you can't flip through a magazine without catching glimpse of a horsey or two. Even in my IDSwest report back in October I pointed out the strong equine presence! But I only yesterday came to the realization of how quickly this trend is growing: while shopping at HomeSense {equivalent to HomeGoods in the States} I noticed every second table-top trinket was a ceramic or bronzed horse, and I literally saw two women fight over an oversized painting of a horse on canvas. Literally. That is when I realized ... this trend is serious people!!

Now don't be mistaken, this trend is nothing new! Chanel for example, was known for borrowing her boyfriend's riding attire to influence her own designs and made riding boots, breeches, and short riding jackets that remain classic to this day.

Style at Home has a fabulous trendspotting spread in January's issue, and of course equestrian chic was on the list! I think their description in a caption summed up this style perfectly: 'Think Jackie O meets Hermes meets the English countryside.' Of course, true to its horseman's heritage, Hermes continues to impress with all-things equine. The house has its first haute bijouterie collection focusing on the horse's hoof by Pierre Hardy. And you'll even notice through several images below that Hermes orange makes a strong presence in this decor trend.