Catwalks and Horseplay

High fashion and equestrianism have a long history – did you know for instance that the heels that adorn our shoes were originally invented to help riders keep their feet in their stirrups? This week we’re celebrating the connection between catwalks and horseback – score a sweet 15 and you could win one of six US$50 vouchers we’re giving away. Winners to be announced on 05 May 2026. 

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    1. Which garment feature was developed specifically to improve a rider’s posture on horseback?

    2. What was Hermès’ original business before entering luxury fashion?

    3. The metal hardware on luxury bags is historically inspired by which equestrian element?

    4. What is the primary design philosophy behind equestrian fashion?

    5. Which fabric is most closely associated with traditional riding jackets?

    6. Why did riders wear silk scarves historically?

    7. What is the defining structural feature of jodhpurs?

    8. Which sport most directly influenced aristocratic fashion linked to horses?

    9. What functional need led to the design of tall riding boots?

    10. Which specific design element in fashion is directly borrowed from stirrups?

    11. What visual characteristic best defines “quiet luxury” in equestrian-inspired fashion?

    12. What core value from equestrian culture influences luxury brand storytelling?

    13. Which modern fashion category is most influenced by aristocratic sporting lifestyles?

    14. Why do leather goods hold central importance in equestrian-inspired luxury fashion?

    15. What does the use of equestrian imagery in luxury branding primarily communicate?

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    2. A friend is Mrs India WINNER. She keeps enlightening us with fashion and trending nuggets. I’ll be too glad to share this unique connection in our group. Thank you for sharing this wonderful quiz

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