| Ladies country clothing has seen a growth in popularity | | | | comfortable, warm and perfect garb for a chilly day. |
| in recent years. What was once only associated with | | | | Made of durable materials, they are lightweight and |
| the gentry or country set has successfully made the | | | | easy to wear. |
| crossover into mainstream fashion. | | | | Should you want to vary your look why not team up a |
| Although you can still buy your country attire from | | | | woollen sweater with a gilet? These sleeveless, often |
| specialist clothing retailers, many high street fashion | | | | quilted garments are not restricted by the season as |
| outlets now stock country clothing items. Designers are | | | | they vary in thickness and so can be worn all year |
| inspired by the classic timelessness of the outdoor | | | | round. |
| sporting look and this has been translated into many of | | | | A wardrobe staple is definitely the fleece, especially |
| the garments available for purchase nowadays. | | | | when worn as one of several layers. It is very |
| Country dress allows the wearer to look and feel | | | | practical and fashionable, and can be purchased in a |
| good while at the same time it helps to keep the | | | | large variety of colours and styles. Some zip up the |
| elements at bay. Several styles are now seen to be | | | | front while others slip over the head. Whether you |
| must-have items for any woman's wardrobe and with | | | | purchase one made from wool or synthetic fibres, |
| recent developments into the conventional | | | | they offer the female wearer functionality and |
| marketplace, you only need to pay high street prices. | | | | comfort. |
| Women who love outdoor pursuits such as hiking, | | | | Any lady who loves her country clothes will need to |
| camping, fishing or shooting all need apparel to keep | | | | ensure she accessorises appropriately too. Thick |
| them warm and dry. Perhaps the most important | | | | socks are a must in cold weather and a pair of leather |
| purchase to start with would be a coat. Whether you | | | | gloves and a woolly hat will finish off any winter look. |
| opt for a heavy waxed jacket with a waterproof | | | | It is also worth considering what you wear on your |
| coating and fleece lining or a light shower-proof | | | | feet. Expect to pay more for a decent pair of wool |
| mackintosh, you can find the ideal garment whatever | | | | lined walking boots but feel reassured that they have |
| the weather conditions. | | | | been manufactured to high standards and will last the |
| You can buy coats with removable fur trims and | | | | distance. |
| hoods, made from breathable materials. Some come | | | | If you cannot see what you want in your local clothes |
| with a plethora of pockets to store your essential | | | | store, you will find many sites online that also specialise |
| items whilst keeping them dry. | | | | in country attire, stocking a huge variety of items such |
| Shooting jackets usually come with elasticated storm | | | | as hats, scarves, shoes, coats and jumpers. They are |
| cuffs, which will keep the wind out. These | | | | easy to find, convenient and you can often pick up a |
| over-garments are made in a vast array of | | | | bargain if you take some time to shop around. |
| up-to-the-minute colours, and poly-cotton linings add an | | | | Gone are the days of deerstalker hats and green |
| element of comfort and style. | | | | waxed jackets being confined to those attending a |
| If you are looking for a pair of trousers to add to your | | | | shooting party. Ladies country clothing is now designed |
| ladies country clothing range, you could go for a | | | | to be worn daily, to be durable and to meet the needs |
| traditional pair of breeches or jodhpurs. These are | | | | of the fashion conscious woman. |