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Cavallo is a brand associated with luxury, sought after by many riders for its high quality, comfortable and beautifully crafted products. Cavallo has a wide range of equestrian clothing each season from dazzling show jackets to elegant riding breeches.

The company has a long history of sporting wear, founded back in 1978 by Paul Sahle. Although initially just a riding boot manufacture, the company rapidly grew as the market leader and has built a reputation known throughout the equestrian industry. To this day, Cavallo are still extremely strong and growing year on year, whilst retaining their high quality control with impeccable hand finished competition wear.

16/11/2011

Selleria Equipe has over 20 years experience in delivering quality equestrian leather horse tack to their dedicated customers. Crafted with attention to detail that is unparalleled to any other of their competitors, the company’s constant allegiance and devotion to research and product development gives a clear view of Equipe’s innovative nature.

11/11/2011

November is here, and now is the time to start thinking about those Christmas presents (don’t pretend you’re not excited!). This month’s top 3 is dedicated to presents for your equestrian enthusiast friends and family – it’s a confusing game but don’t worry, we are here to help!

In number one, is the dressage divas most wanted new accessory this season; the Amerigo Patent Double Bridle. Having the choice of the snaffle or double bridle gives this piece of equestrian equipment fantastic scope, being available to the dressage rider of any level.

The bridles integrated headpiece makes it stand out, using new technologies to achieve the utmost comfort for the horse. Made in Italy, this Amerigo bridle will leave any rider sparkling in the dressage arena.

Carrying on the dressage theme into this months number two is the Fleck Swarovski Dressage whip. One of the most flashy and classy riding whips on the market, Fleck has made something truly stunning. Featuring a nubuck grip with Swarovski’s crystals running through and a Swarovski jewel on the handle, this is a classy and practical Christmas present for any serious rider who likes to indulge in some luxury.

Last but not least, in number three is the Roeckl Bling Chester Glove. Coming in a colour choice of brown, black or white, the Roeckl glove gives a bit more jazz for a rider of any discipline. Made with the same quality and features as the ever so popular Roeckl Chester Glove, the Bling Chester is not just extremely lightweight, durable and comfortable but also an incredibly eye catching piece of equi fashion!

19/10/2011

Equipes reputation as one of the most prestigious saddlers in the world isn’t by chance.  All saddles, bridles and horse tack are hand crafted out of prime natural calfskins at their state of the art facilities in Italy.  This dedication to keeping one step ahead of the field is evident in the leatherwork that they produce; each has unique and inventive details that make it stand out from the crowd both in looks as well as in practical use.

14/10/2011

The humble Wellington boot has undergone a revolution in the past few years. No longer is there merely a staple welly boot, there are now Wellingtons which are designed for numerous specialist outdoor pursuits. Here at Dogwood, we are proud suppliers of one of the finest French exports since wine and Eric Cantona, the Aigle Wellington boot.

Aigle have been hand crafting wellies for over 100 years, and in this time they have constantly reinvented, updated and upgraded the traditional Wellington so it accords with the new technologies of the day, all the while maintaining the very essence of a handcrafted item of specialist footwear.

So which Aigle Wellington should you choose? This all depends on what you want it for. Do you want a good all round, walking the dogs on the common, going to the meet down the road boot? Or do you want a boot that will see you through the chill of a cold winters shoot? Either way, Aigle has a range of boots to suit. So let's have a look.

12/10/2011

The history of Tweed and in turn tweed clothing is a story that started in the Western Isles of Scotland making fabrics to battle the harsh winters. Hand-woven in the cottages of local islanders, the rough, closely weaved fabric was made from their own wool in the long winter evenings.

There are many different stories surrounding how the name of ‘tweed’ came about, one that its original name was ‘tweel’ but around 1830 a merchant received a letter about the material and mistook the writing for ‘tweed’. Ever since, the name stuck!

The history of the world renowned Aigle brand dates as far back as 1853, when the American Hiram Hutchinson patented the brand “A L’Aigle’ as a tribute to the American Bald Eagle. But what of its history, how did this one American develop what is now a world renowned brand of Wellington boots and clothing?

05/10/2011

Autumn is upon us and maybe its time for a treat to brighten up your equestrian clothing winter wardrobe or look forward to present ideas for Christmas. Either way, here are our three new products to treat you for the coming season.

21/09/2011

Choosing the right piece of country footwear for the Autumn/Winter season is a vital decision to get you through the cold months. Ranging from boots to tackle wet weather, boots for riding and in the yard or to keep your toes toasty and fashionable, there is a country boot to suit all individual tastes.

08/09/2011

It’s September and autumn is on the horizon; hunt season, indoor show jumping and maybe even trying out a hoof at Express Eventing? With cold days and nights, here is the Dogwood top three to get you ready for the winter.