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Wild West Collection By Silvia T

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Text by Silvia Teixeira

Forwarded by Teresa Burton

Model Babette    Equine model Quebec owned by Diana Bushard

Photography – ABR Fotos

 

For this collection, I’m exploring USA’s Old West fashion and combining some of its elements and visuals with some traits of the Portuguese costumes.

The burgundy skirt is made of Burel which is a traditional artisanal fabric, made of wool of Serra da Estrela Sheep. It is very warm and water resistant and is usually used to make the traditional Capote Alentejano, as seen in Golegã. It is a split skirt that can be turned into chaps creating a “cowgirl” like silhouette. The pockets were inspired by the traditional Viana pocket

I also included the amazing and unique piece of Galician artisanal jewellery custom made by my talented friend Susi Gesto.

Look 2

The tweed flared skirt is very wide and works like a crossed skirt, giving a more blasé and country look. It is reversible and it can also be worn as a wrap on a winter day. The (Heritage (?)) belt is one of a series of three and a Lusitano Heritage exclusive. It’s made with one of the elements of the traditional Portuguese harnesses and adds character to the look.

For the blouses, very comfortable fabrics such as cotton and viscose (a smooth material similar to silk but made from cellulose) add to the intended look and silhouette.

These are the first garments of the Western collection. I will continue to explore and bring some more ideas to life. Stay tuned!

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Traditional Portuguese Farm Holidays

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Looking for a taste of

Rural Portuguese Equestrian Heritage –

 

We are Forming a Partnership with a Beautiful Alentejo Farm to bring you the opportunity to soak up the day to day atmosphere of a working cattle farm and Lusitano stud.

This is a special chance to be on the family farm. The entire family have a multiple of amazing traditional talents and creative skills they are warmly open to share with you.

The holidays will be packed with experiences that bring you closer to rural life on the cattle farm in the Alentejo Region. It is designed to give you an authentic experience of rural life and culture from working with the horses, cows, the wildlife, exploring the land and enjoying the beautiful landspace.

     

     

    • You will stay in the farm estate with a manor house over 200 years old
    • Eat local cuisine and home cooking
      You can even try local arts such as pottery
    • Learn how to work the cattle from the backs of Lusitanos
    • Gain new country skills, use a garrocha, and try authentic working equitation obstacles
      Become aquianted with Lusitano breeding programmes
    • Country full day rides to neighbouring farm

    REGISTER YOUR INTEREST TO KNOW MORE AND RECEIVE PACKAGE AND PRICE DETAILS

     

    Situated close to the Spanish border the property has some of the most spectacular views, wildlife with expansive sun rises and sun sets.  

     

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    Related articles – Portugal´s Campinos – The Roots of Working Equitation

    Artictle extract – The Campinos are Portugal’s cowboys. To this day, they work the cattle on the backs of Lusitanos, using the traditional methods and skills passed down from their fathers and grandfathers. Their work remains valuable to many large cattle farms in Portugal—especially in the Ribatejo and Alentejo regions.

    All about Working Equitation

    Working Equitation first started as a competitive sport in 1996. The first European Championships took place the same year, in Italy. WE is now a recognized sport in two continents, Europe and South America, in the following countries – France, Spain, Italy, Portugal and Brazil, with a considerable amount of competitors and spectators in each country. WE has its own governing body in each Country.

     

    The holiday packages and prices will be available shortly please register your interest with us now and we will send out the packages to you as soon as possible.

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    Working Equitation WAWE

    We look forward to meeting you on the future holidays.

    Images by Lena Saugen Photography

    Video credit to Equilife World