The Show Jacket is most often the centre piece of every competitive equestrian’s outfit. Show Jackets have been worn for over a century, and their place in competitive riding today was derived from the attire military officers wore when on horseback. As the focal point of your look, your Show Jacket should look sophisticated and smart, with a flattering fit to your upper body. Below are our top 5 picks for Horse Riding Show Jackets which can be worn for all equestrian disciplines when competing.

Aztec Diamond Equestrian – Equestrian Performance Show Jacket £210

Our top pick for this product category is the new Show Jacket recently launched by the highly regarded Aztec Diamond Equestrian. We expect to see this jacket worn by a lot of high-profile riders over the course of the next competition season. They worked for over three years to create the best Show Jacket in the equestrian market, describing the rigorous trial and error of every fabric and fit as the reason the process took them so long.

Priced at an excellent £210, their jacket offers a tailored and flattering fit to all body shapes with a highly impressive four way stretch; meaning there is zero restrictions to movement for the rider. The jacket is also water resistant, making it perfect for all seasons and outdoor shows.

This Show Jacket comes in Black, Navy and a very eye-catching Green shade.

Equiline – Chantalk B-Move Women’s Show Coat $740

This stunning take on a Show Jacket from Equiline involves finely tuned details such as a double fabric construction. Offering a traditional style panelling, it’s also unlined, which makes it ideal for warmer weather competitions due to it’s high level of breathability. Equiline offers two different shades in this Show Jacket: Blue and Black.

Cavalleria Toscana – Women’s Competition Riding Jacket £459

An ideal option for those looking to add a pop of colour to their competition wardrobe, this deep red Show Jacket is a true staple piece. Boasting an Alcantara collar and contrasting piping, you’ll be sure to turn heads. The breathable fabric constructing this piece is also water repellent and fast drying- making it another strong contender for outdoor shows alongside the Aztec Diamond jacket.

Montevideo – Women’s Competition Jacket with zip £469

A striking orange with beautifully contrasting black detailing, this Montevio Show Jacket was made for competitive riders who want to be bold in the ring. This super-soft and unlined piece is crafted from a knitted fabric and finished with a laser embellished logo on the shoulder. While Black and Navy are some of the most traditional Show Jacket shades on the market, we love to see the introduction of some brighter and more modern shades. However, make sure to check with your countries official Equestrian Federation to ensure any modern shades are legal to wear when competing!

Horze – Show Jacket with White Piping £75

A great budget friendly option, this Horze Show Jacket flaunts a contrasting white piping along the lapel. The tapered fit makes it flattering on all body types, with the elastic fabric offering riders a great range of movement when wearing with little to no restriction. Although only available in one colour way, this monochrome Show Jacket will pair perfectly with your existing wardrobe.