Wednesday, April 9, 2014

Basic Information On Zara Phillips Clothing

By Jaclyn Hurley


Zara Anne Elizabeth Phillips, better known as Zara Phillips, is a British equestrian. This is the title given to individuals who ride or perform on horseback, and in the case of Phillips, she followed the footsteps of her parents when she took up riding. Phillips is also the second oldest grandchild of Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, and currently fifteenth in the line of succession. In 2009, she became involved in fashion. More specifically, a Zara Phillips clothing line.

Around 2009, it was officially announced that she would have her own equestrian line with Musto Outdoor Clothing company. This line is named ZP176, after the team number that she had received in her first competition representing her country. The line officially launched during the summer of 2010.

The collection features a number of products including t-shirts, trousers, tops, hoodies and sweatshirts, jackets and coats, headwear and caps, gilets, breeches and jodhpurs, base layer and other accessories. The items feature a sport look and incorporate technical fabrics that are designed to keep riders protected out and in the saddle.

Individuals can shop the products on the Musto website. They can narrow down the selection by shopping by product type, color, outerwear type, activity and technology. While these items are made with equestrians in mind, the clothing and accessories might be used by those who are not. Prices will vary based on the item.

Phillips said that she tested and tried out everything in this collection. Her involvement was mostly around tweaking things so that they are more practical for wearers, especially equestrians. She has said that her clothing is not about mainstream fashion and is more centered on engineering items that work well in training but are not embarrassingly ugly.

When it comes to function, some of these are made with materials that allow them to be breathable, water resistant, showerproof, windproof, fast drying and breathable. Likewise, there are products made specifically for event and stables, in the saddle, and competition activities. Numerous technologies are used in production of the products, such as: DWR, Coolmax, Primaloft Synergy, SPF and Primaloft.

The line was two years in the making. While functional, the pieces are still classy sportswear. They might be preferred by individuals who want to look good while training or competing, but not at the loss of functionality. The experience she has as an equestrian has helped her design items that will work best for other athletes of the sport.

Many of the products are in neutral colors: blues, white, grays, blacks and even reds. The products also feature classics of Musto, such as Snug Chaps and Grooms Gilet with designs that have been updated, new fits and an expanded color palette. Sizing for most of the items is available in 8 to 18 and x small to xxx large. Availability may vary considerably. The features, technology and reviews of products are included on the Musto website. Availability may vary considerably. Most of the products can be purchased directly from the Musto website. There are also a few other sites that sell gently used or new items as well.




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