HARKS, LARKS News, Views, Things You Can Use November 2016

By Popular Demand! Horse Country’s New Hunt Attire Catalog, “Elements,” Is in the Mail.

Our catalogs have been a highly popular feature of Horse Country for many years. “Elements” is packed with 30-plus pages of hunting attire and appointments: jackets, formal hunt coats, breeches, boots, shirts, vests, gloves, ties, helmets, hunt whips, saddlery, and more. To accommodate the wide range of hunting conditions, we’re stocked for any type of weather. Our lightweight jackets and coats are sturdy enough for the rigors of the hunt field while combining the benefits of a traditional appearance with maximum comfort. When the weather turns cold, you can depend on our midweight and heavyweight hunting apparel. We’ve also updated our tweed and technical fabrics, with some styles that offer a bit more contemporary look while maintaining the consistent quality that will give you years of service.

Thank you, Marion! I have We encourage you to visit www.HorseCountryCarrot.com to see our full range of goods: hunt literally dragged my HC attire, saddlery, home décor and gift items—featuring some exciting newly designed wares— catalogs around the world as well as smart country clothing, new and rare books, antiques, and lots more. “ with me. They're like a bit of home when I open If you’re not on our mailing list, call us at 540-347-3141 or email [email protected] and we’ll them up. get one off to you right away. Or, if you’re in the Warrenton area, stop by the store and pick one up. BH ” NEW From Horse Country

As you've come to expect, we have exciting clothing and gifts for fall, the holidays, and winter. First, thank you, Prince Charles, for keeping the English woolen mills humming along. With the renewed interest in and plaids, we’ve stocked a veritable sea of blankets and throws, along with ruanas, shawls, and mounds of mufflers at the center of the store. A huge selection is just arriving from . Ladies, if you want to stay stylishly warm, one of our cashmere “tosses” over your head. They’re available in 12 colors, plus black. Women all over Chrysalis Covert Coats in striking English cloths, New York are leaving their sweaters in beautifully detailed and exactingly tailored. the closet and wearing these instead. Visit us online to see the latest offerings in Perfect for the office, the plane trip, Horse Country. Custom orders accepted. or just snuggled in a chair reading the latest Felix Francis book, Triple Crown. Vests are now wildly popular and we have a whole wall dedicated to them; from Barbour to Lavenham, Ariat to Arista, and many others. The Noble work vest for women features a new blue duck body with fleece lining and the softest fur collar.

Athleisure is the clothing on the street and equestrians, too, like the freedom to jump from the lesson ring to lunch with the girls and only worry about hat hair. We have three color combos in mid-weight fabrics. out the navy/green, chocolate/pink, and lavender/black. Along with these we have special riding tights in combinations with smart technical tops and matching socks. And when the weather gets really cold, we have you covered in warm, waterproof, $29.95 windproof jackets. Banish the BRRRR at Horse Country. $24.95 Our knit scrunchy hats come in beautiful jewel colors this season and we have floppy brimmed hats that add a bit of allure—brings out your eyes, they say. Waterproof gloves for frigid water buckets, thermal socks and liners keep the tootsies warm.

$28.95 We have our largest ever selection of scarves, from to polys to pashminas, to cashmeres, all with horsey themes—classic stirrups to cute horses. Our best find this year is a poly infinity scarf in lovely colors—white, taupe, black, chocolate, hot pink, and orange (possibly more colors that I can’t recall)—with metallic gold eggbutt bits. Only $19.95 and already being wrapped for the early Christmas shoppers. We have smart phone-size crossbody bags in chocolate and black, vertical and horizontal, covered in metallic bits, only $19.95, too. Love them! Let Horse Country help set the table It’s time to entertain! Impress your guests with new mugs, coasters, and from England with Wabbits and eventers. Don’t forget to check out the oven mitt and apron. Our latest table design is called Cheshire Hunt and we have tablecloths, runners, pillows and bolsters, and even a matching 3 quart ice bucket.

We’re well-stocked with Hunt Country Bloody Mary Mix, a local favorite and perfect as a hostess gift. If you like what you see, we’ll put a bow on it. Didn’t Beyoncé have lyrics like that?

For a truly unique hostess gift, our doormats are nicely priced and sure to be appreciated. Everyone could use a fresh doormat with a fox running for covert, right?

Life is better in Viyella. Gentlemen, we haven’t forgotten all the things that make life nice for you, such as Viyella shirts, horse-themed ties, ball caps and flat caps. How about a new Barbour (since your old one is too costly to repair again)? Horse Country's array of belts, handmade in England, are a gift to last a lifetime. You won’t find a better selection of riding breeches and fine tweed jackets anywhere. We’re especially pleased with the luxurious feel of the Merino sweaters we’ve chosen this year. And how about gloves? From goatskin work gloves to handmade English leather riding gloves, for chores around the barn or formal days afield, we have durable, dependable gloves for every occasion. With winter’s chill just around the corner, you’ll want to peruse our Lavenham jackets as well as the new English Utopia waxed and quilted jackets, Chrysalis rain coats, and as mentioned above, the classic basics from Barbour: Bedale, Border, and Beaufort. Our selection runs from work coats to sporty field jackets.

The Test of Time You might say we are into sustainability. We’ve always put an emphasis on products that stand the test of time, especially against the rigors of the hunt field. So we were extremely gratified to learn that one of our First Flight bridles and matching breastplates is now entering it’s 17th hunt season, and still looks brand new! Photographer Isabel Kureck caught this shot of Dr. Kathy Farley on Gallivant at Marlborough Hunt’s Opening Meet, October 23, 2016. Kathy purchased the bridle and breastplate at Horse Country in 1999! Not surprisingly, they were recognized as Best Turned-Out Pair. It’s a testament to what can be achieved with top quality material, expert craftsmanship, and proper care. That’s sustainability the Horse Country way!

There’s so much more at the store and online at www.HorseCountryCarrot.com. If you’re in the Warrenton area, please stop by and see us. We always enjoying catching up with old friends and making new ones. Always plenty to talk about among horse people!

All the best, Marion, Aga, Bunsen, and all the staff at Horse Country

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