Comment

Comment by Barbara F. on March 10, 2010 at 4:15pm

You must have read my mind. I was just wondering about the story behind those photos! :)

Comment by Dressage Canada on March 10, 2010 at 4:06pm

At the Palm Beach Dressage Derby, the Canadian Grand Prix riders all wore the traditional khaki trousers, white shirt and navy blazer, as Canadian riders always do for the official Horse Inspection. But in addition, they sported the very first Dressage Canada silk ties and scarves, which Dressage Canada will release for sale during the Dressage Canada Hall of Fame Gala in April.
Through the generosity of Joe and Louise Palmer of South Lane Farm, all the Canadian Grand Prix riders were gifted with a scarf or a tie. Louise Palmer, who is herself a dressage rider and a well known breeder of sporthorses for dressage and jumping said, “I am happy to support our dressage riders!”
The scarves and ties feature a specially designed logo, digitally printed on the finest silk twill. The scarves are white with navy trim, and the ties are navy with red trim. All the riders were very pleased to receive such lovely items. Victoria Winter commented, “Thank you so much for the beautiful scarf! It’s great to see the Canadian Team look like a Team!”
Liz Steacie, High Performance Marketing and Promotions leader was thrilled at the way the riders accepted the scarves and ties. “They all looked so great, and lots of people noticed the scarves especially. I know these are going to be very popular, and our limited edition will sell out very fast I am sure!” said Liz, who designed the logo and managed the production of the scarves and ties in conjunction with Monsoon Canada, of Montreal.
The ties and scarves will be available for sale at the Dressage Canada Hall of Fame Gala, April 25. You may pre-order by email to liz@porcupinehill.com.