Many a creative idea has spun up while doing ranch work, and for Emily Myers, her devotion to fashion was tended by time on the Oklahoma plains. With some textiles, leather and knowhow, Emily dreamed up purses that appeal to fashionistas and fellow ranch wives alike. Her boutique, Lantana Made, serves customers much like Emily herself women wanting functional yet stylish Western bags. Emily started out making purses for herself using Navajo horse blankets, which evolved into her business. Photo courtesy Lantana Made Growing Up Ranchy Myers grew up on a modest ranch in central Oklahoma, where h ..read more

Don’t miss Cowtown in Cooper at Equine Affaire Ohio! Photo by Winslow Photography Imagine a place where thousands of horse lovers can come together under one roof to watch clinicians give demonstrations, learn about new disciplines, adopt horses in transition, cheer on their favorite competitors, and shop for horse tack from hundreds of vendors. It might sound like the stuff of dreams, but such an event has been around for years: Equine Affaire in Ohio. Dubbed North America’s premier equine exposition and equestrian gathering, Equine Affaire celebrates all things horse, offering four days of e ..read more

When television network titan FOX reached out to Ryan Black with an invitation to star in its reality dating show titled Farmer Wants a Wife last year, the Gastonia, N.C., horse trainer welcomed the opportunity to shed light on his rural lifestyle. A North Carolina native and third generation cowboy, Black spent his childhood watching his uncles train colts and work cattle on his grandfather Bennie Gene Pryor’s ranch. It didn’t take long for the dream to take root: He was going to be a cowboy, too. Photo by Sophia Bellafair Although he played football in grade school and was offered more than ..read more

Knowledge is power, and nowhere is that more true than in the equine industry. Empower yourself this spring to become a more knowledgeable horse owner, a stronger rider, a more confident handler and trainer, and a better all-around horseperson by attending Equine Affaire in Ohio. From the very beginning, Equine Affaire’s mission has been to improve the horse management, training, and riding skills of horsemen and horsewomen everywhere. Thirty years later, that mission hasn’t changed. This spring, you’re invited to celebrate Equine Affaire’s thirtieth annivers ..read more

Josey Butler paints and sculpts Western art and lives every day on her own terms. A man walked into Josey Butler’s Streakin’ B Art booth at the 2022 National Cutting Horse Association Futurity and told her, “Your art is high-fashion.” It might be the best compliment Butler has gotten since she launched her business 10 years ago. Minutes into a conversation with Butler, her demeanor confirms this notion. You immediately know she’s not like anyone else. When you see her work, your intuition proves correct. Her one-of-a-kind creations on canvas and in sculptures mirror her distinct personality a ..read more

Step into spring style with these fresh shopping picks from brands you’ll love. Idyllwind Sway Western Boots Get a little punchy with these retro style Sway Western Boots from Idyllwind. Handcrafted by boot artisans, these genuine leather pull-on style boots with a snip toe, Western heel, leather outsole and rubber heel cap have a brown vamp with blue and white outlay design, plus a blue shaft with brown and white inlay designs. ◆ $199.50; idyllwind.com Ranch Dress’n Trouser Denim Upgrading the trouser denim silhouette with the hottest color washes, Ranch Dress’n’s new jeans will become your ..read more

After a groundbreaking debut in 2023, The American Performance Horseman returned to Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas — the home of the recent World Series champion Texas Rangers — on March 8, 2024, to display the talent of the western performance horse on a grand stage with $1,000,000 in prize money on the line. Featuring the top horsemen and equine athletes in the sports of cutting, reining and reined cow horse, the competition thrilled the crowd gathered in the ballpark-turned-arena. Defending champion Adan Banuelos aboard the cutting horse Storyteler at 2024’s The American Performance H ..read more

Endless rows of spindly grapevines plumed in green follow the foothills as far as the eye can see. Azure skies contrast the golden slopes speckled with oaks. Nestled along the eastern side of the Santa Lucia Mountains, historic Paso Robles, Calif.—Spanish for “Oak Pass”—boasts a long history tied to relaxation and rejuvenation. The Salinan Indians named the area “The Springs” after its thermal waters. Photo courtesy Castoro Cellars Centuries later in 1954, Marilyn Monroe and Joe Dimaggio spent the first night of their honeymoon in town. Today, the star of Paso Robles is its wine, and over 26,0 ..read more

Ian Munsick grew up in Wyoming, where the world revolves around cattle and horses. In the Munsick family, however, music holds almost as much importance as their herd. “Since I was about 5 years old, music has been a huge part of my life,” he says. Ian loves wearing colors and styles that are true to his cowboy background and musical sound. Photo by Kaycie Timm Before heading out on his own as a singer/songwriter in Nashville, Ian made stage appearances alongside his musically talented family. “My two older brothers and my dad all play music,” he shares. “We grew up playing together as the Mun ..read more

Sam Wootton, better known online as Retro Amiga, has built a community of cowgirls who love her unique, retro style. In early 2023, she launched her podcast, Keepin’ It Real with Retro (@keepitretro.podcast on Instagram), and enjoys organizing Retro’s Roundup, a weekend getaway where women and brands come together to elevate their businesses, learn new skills, and develop lifelong friendships. Photo by Kaycie Timm “I believe in the power of being real over right,” Sam says. “That’s why it’s my mission to teach aspiring women to confidently showcase their personality and put their truest self f ..read more