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An Air Of Aztec

August 13, 2021
The Ariat x Pendleton Collection combines Ariat’s key design principles—authentic equestrian heritage and genuine style and comfort—with Pendleton’s luxurious wool textiles and iconic designs. The resulting line features distressed leathers and classic equestrian styling, combined with unique fabric design panels that pay homage to both Western and English traditions. The Ariat x Pendleton Collection will...

Hey Bell Bottom Baby, Lil' Bee's Has A Brand New Collab With Lainey Wilson!

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August 6, 2021
Rock and roll country meets redneck Hollywood glam! From hand-bleached and acid wash denim bell bottoms to vintage style pearl snap shirts complete with embroidery and fringe, this line is for every girl that has dreamed of being a rockstar. Shop the Lil Bee’s Bohemian x Lainey Wilson online exclusively at lilbeesbohemian.com.

On The Fringe With Whiskey Lee Designs

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August 4, 2021
Brandi Baxter is a designer, maker, and breast cancer survivor who found her true passion in creating one-of-a-kind, Southwestern-bohemian-inspired handbags and clutches. Using high-end Italian, Brazilian, and unique exotic leathers, Whiskey Lee Designs offers show-stopping statement pieces that last a lifetime and add heirloom quality to your prized possessions. @whiskeyleedesign — Follow along with COWGIRL Magazine for...

Ruffle Some Feathers With Casey Curtis Designs

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July 30, 2021
Casey Curtis handcrafts each of her one-of-a-kind leather accessories for hats, horses, and women. As a Montana cowgirl, fashion designer, and leather artist, she creates durable and timeless fashion items from beautiful rustic leather that are unique and individual.  Photographer: Kalee Taylor Photography, leatherwork: Casey Curtis Designs, hair + makeup: Katie Angell, jackets and shirts:...

Head Out To The Wild, Wild West With Western And Co.

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July 14, 2021
Urban Western lifestyle brand, Western and Co. features leather jackets, handbags, and apparel that reflect a historic tradition of independence. Owner Hailey Nelson creates her collections as a reflection of her own sense of style, with an edgy Old West, urban cowgirl sort of vibe.  Look What’s New! Left photo: Photographer: Kassidy McConville, model: Natalie...

Doubling Down On Double M

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June 16, 2021
MacKenzie McGaha is inspired by an all-consuming passion for original artwork designed to  last generations. Handmade in Amarillo, Texas, Double M Beadwork works with a wide variety of high quality materials to produce authentic and unique sets that will dazzle the most discerning.  doublembeadwork.com

Make Way For Marilyn

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May 4, 2021
The Marilyn Bag from Heritage Brand is everything a statement piece should be. Made from buttery-soft Italian, U.S., and French leathers, each bag is perfectly complemented by the coveted, hand-tooled straps. Famously one-of-a-kind, each Marilyn comes with her own unique number and the promise to never be duplicated. Marilyn Bag, pricing available online.

Crown + Brim

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April 1, 2021
Growing up on a ranch in eastern Wyoming, founder Sarah Kjorstad learned the importance of strong values, connection to the land, and pure grit. Her hats, and the passion that fuels their creation, are a reflection of her classic style and cowboy heritage. Custom handcrafted hats, pricing available online at jwbennett.com.

Throw On A Little Mud

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March 25, 2021
Shannon Lee Lowery, or as he is known on Instagram as @mudlowery, dances to a tune of his own with these daring face-framing accents. Royston And Kingman Turquoise Buckle, $465; Polarized Kingman and Carico Lake Turquoise Sunnies, $265, mudlowery.com. With impeccable choices of turquoise and wilder-than bracelets, rings, and necklaces, who says you can’t stand out...
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