You’ve spent countless hours online scrutinizing colors, patterns, brands, and sizes. But it’s coming down to the wire. It’s time to choose your horse’s browband. Like most people, you have probably taken into consideration what would look the best, but what if you could get a browband that conveys something about your horse’s unique personality?
Dreaming of Dragons
We have a browband called Dreaming of Dragons. It features one color of crystal on a black leather, wave-shaped band. The crystals are dark and broody, but they flash colors like yellow, lime green, magenta, purples, and blues. It’s one of those all-encompassing crystals that carries all the colors of the rainbow, only to allow them to pop under the right conditions. It’s absolutely beautiful.
But does this browband mean your horse must have “dragon status” in order to wear it? We think not. This browband is for horses with multi-faceted personalities, ones that shine under the right conditions and who may need a little encouragement, light, and love to sparkle their brightest.
Just like the dragons of myth, some horses possess an undeniable presence—powerful, mysterious, and full of depth. Others hold their brilliance quietly, revealing their fire only when the moment is right. Dreaming of Dragons is more than just a browband; it’s a statement piece for the horse who has layers, who may appear dark and brooding at times but holds an entire spectrum of light within.
Whether your horse commands attention with confidence or needs a little nurturing to reveal their inner glow, this browband is a reflection of the beauty that lies beneath the surface, waiting for the perfect moment to shine.
Fade to Black
Our Fade to Black browband is pretty much the opposite of Dreaming of Dragons. On black leather with black sparkle piping, you’ll find an ombre pattern with riveting black crystals in the center, slowly fading to silver and then bright white on either side.
This browband means the horse is straightforward, always on, always shining. Fade to black is no frills, which suggests that the horse has talent enough to cover the simplicity of the design with their own unique flair. This browband is perfect for those with horses who don’t need a lot of color to wow in the ring and who have no problem coming back down when it’s time to leave the arena and just be ‘horse and human’ again.
Fade to Black is for the horse that doesn’t need embellishment to make an impression—the one whose presence alone is enough. It’s a nod to the partnership between horse and rider, where skill, connection, and quiet confidence speak louder than any bright colors ever could. Whether they’re lighting up the arena or standing peacefully at your side, this browband complements a horse that carries their own natural brilliance, effortlessly transitioning between performance and partnership.
Carnaval
At the opposite extreme is Carnaval. We almost need not write anything about this one because it speaks for itself. Based on Brazil’s colors and the annual festival they have, Carnaval is its own celebration of light, vibrancy, and all things flashy.
If your horse is wearing Carnaval, they have an inner light that is impossible to dampen. They are bright, alert, slightly wild at times, and may have a hard time coming back down once they leave the ring. Horses wearing Carnaval have lots of personality and the moves to back it all up…even if they aren’t moves in the desired direction.
Carnaval is for the horse that turns every moment into a performance, the one who thrives on energy and excitement. They don’t just enter the arena—they make an entrance. With a spirit that refuses to be contained, this browband is a tribute to the horses who bring joy, brilliance, and a touch of chaos wherever they go. If your horse wears Carnaval, they aren’t just along for the ride—they are the celebration itself.
The Turquoise & Terracotta Browband
Turquoise and Terracotta is somewhere near the middle of the spectrum in terms of flashiness. It features bright turquoise stones along with vibrant padparadscha, golden honey, and special rondelles that also feature padparadscha surrounded by bright turquoise to match.
This browband is beautiful, yet it doesn’t scream high-performance jumper, dressage horse, or eventer at heart. It has a relaxed and softer vibe, which does say, “I’m a hunter who likes my work” Or “I take care of people on the trail, but I look fabulous while doing it.” This horse will be relaxed, an absolute sweetheart, and generous to their human companions in every way.
Turquoise and Terracotta is for the dependable partner—the horse that carries themselves with quiet confidence and effortless grace. They may not demand the spotlight, but their presence is undeniably felt. This is the horse that greets you at the gate, takes care of their rider, and moves through life with a steady, kindhearted spirit. They appreciate the finer things, but above all, they value connection, trust, and the simple joy of the ride.
The Phoenix Browband
One of our favorite browbands, the Phoenix, is yet another example of a browband that might match a horse’s story along with their personality. Rising from the ashes, this browband would be great for rescue horses who proved everyone wrong once they found the right home or horses who have overcome injuries or illness to come back and take the world by storm.
It’s flashy, but just the right amount, suggesting your horse is humble yet knows his or her worth. It’s just the right mix of “Let me show you what I’ve got” and “I am well aware of what I’ve got, and I don’t need to flaunt it.”
The Phoenix browband is for the horse that has faced challenges and come out stronger, wiser, and more radiant than ever. This is the partner that has nothing to prove but everything to give—a horse that carries their past with quiet dignity and embraces their future with fire in their heart. Whether they’ve overcome adversity or simply embody resilience and grace, this browband reflects their journey, their strength, and the undeniable brilliance that was always within them.
At the End of the Ride…
Whether you choose a browband that simply exemplifies your favorite color/s or you want something that matches your horse’s particular storyline, we hope that you can see that each and every browband does, in fact, share a little bit about the horse behind the leather.
We encourage you to go with your intuition, listen to your gut, and reflect upon why you might have chosen a specific browband if it’s not altogether obvious upfront.
In celebration of horses everywhere.
Sincerely,
Envisioned Equestrian