Today’s women’s western wear, as modeled by country singers and rodeo performers, is, in fact, its own category of fashion.
It began in the American West.
The cowboy fashion has been a key element of western culture since the 1800s. America’s Wild West, considered the golden age for the cowboy, began in the mid-1800s. But it truly began to flourish after the end of the Civil War as people picked up their belongings and started the trek westward.
The era, defined by cowboys, ranchers, farmers, and, of course, outlaws, saw the creation of western wear as a practical form of attire---born out of necessity. The living and working conditions led to the creation of many of the styles and accessories associated with western wear today.
Western clothing is America’s only indigenous fashion category---the western outfit having originated in the American West. The style was perpetuated by the working class and glamorized in countless Hollywood movies.
And, during its heyday in the 1930s through the 1950s, American western wear was the rage coast-to-coast. It was not uncommon to see long calico dresses and cowboy boots on Broadway in New York City.
How it influenced fashion back East.
In the 1870s and 1880s, the stories of life out west began to trickle back to the large cities in the east. Legends were born, and the city folk became enchanted by the stories of life on the frontier. Many of the tales were more fiction than truth: most were embellished with acts of daring and almost supernatural feats.
It wasn’t long before troupes of actors began to create reenactments of famous events for the public back east. These reenactments became extremely popular. Heroes and legends like William F. (Buffalo Bill) Cody and James B. (Wild Bill) Hickok were recruited to portray themselves and performed before audiences wearing their authentic western attire…to the pleasure of the entire crowd.
Before long, traveling Wild West shows were the craze back east. The living legends, along with real-live natives, hired to portray themselves, reenacted some of the famous battles of folklore. Celebrated gunfighters squared off on Main Street with an old archrival and once again beat him to the draw. The same stagecoach was robbed night after night as the thrilled audience encouraged the driver to go faster.
One of the most famous reenactments was, and still is, the Gunfight at the OK Corral---considered to be the most famous gun battle of the Old West. In reality, the fight only lasted about 30 seconds. But it has been replayed thousands of times before millions of viewers. One can still watch the reenactment today in Tombstone, AZ.
The outfits worn by the performers impacted the fashion world almost from the beginning. The flashy, fringed shirts, and adorned trousers began to be mixed with the everyday western styles that had begun to influence the eastern population.
Soon to follow the Wild West shows were the rodeos. They were initially incorporated into some of the Wild West shows but quickly gained an identity of their own.
By the 1920s, the money that could be made by a successful rodeo star began to draw both cowboys and cowgirls to the arena. In cities like New York and Boston, the rodeo became a huge crowd pleaser.
The outfits worn by the rodeo performers were spawned in the Wild West shows, and many big-city tailors and seamstresses saw an opportunity to cash in on the trend. As they created outfits for the performers, they would copy the design for their own lines of clothing.
Several of these tailors would impact the future styles of western wear in America. They opened the door for future designers of cowboy and native-American influenced apparel for both men and women. These early fashion designers were the inspiration for 1980’s boutique designers such as Patricia Wolf and Double-D Ranchwear.
In the late 1920s live rodeo was a major attraction across the nation. The rodeo stars, both men and women, with their flashy, bright-colored, rhinestone-infused outfits were instant hits with the crowds. The styles of the rodeo of the ’20s were the inspiration for the western fashion styles of the 1930s and 1940s.
With very little distinction between men’s and women’s styles, the western outfit consisted of button-up shirts, denim jeans, cowboy boots, and large hats. The colors were bright and flashy and tanned leather was the favorite material for jackets and vests dripping with sequins, beads, and fringe. A western dressed person certainly made a statement in the ’30s and ’40s.
Wrangler invented zip-up jeans for women in 1948. And, that same year, cotton chambray and denim shirts with metal-rim pearl buttons appeared on the market. Then, moving into the 1950s, thanks to television and Hollywood, western fashion hit its peak across America. Stars like Roy and Dale, The Duke and his many leading ladies helped the fashion industry grow with their enormous appeal on the silver screen.
In the ’50s, and into the ’60s, the entertainment industry tended to exaggerate western apparel on the screen. But when the public saw the stars relaxing and playing at home wearing the casual versions of their on-screen wardrobes--- well, the industry flourished. Western wear began to take on an everyday casual appeal, and the flashy, rhinestone glittered outfits were reserved for the rodeo and country music stars.
The new look in women’s jeans in the ’50s was a slimmer shape that followed the contours of the body. They started with a higher waist and were full over the hips, and the legs were tapered with length enough to roll up the cuffs. They were not skintight as the replica 1950’s pinup jeans are today.
In traditional everyday styles of western clothing, women’s pants and shirts looked a lot like the men’s fashion. But they were created with a more feminine cut. Shirts with snap buttons, decorative yokes, and fringe, along with V-shaped front panels made the women’s style of blouses and button-down shirts exclusively feminine.
In women’s skirts and dresses, it was surprising that the details found in pants and shirts were not present in the women's’ style. The western influence was present, but mostly in patterns and colors. Of course, gingham checks and many plaids are very western. But it was the ladies of country music who introduced the style and tradition of tiered or circled skirts with western motifs and prints in women’s western wear.
It was in this era that one of the most prominent western designers rose to fame. Nuta Kotlyarenko was born in 1902 in Kiev, Ukraine. He came to the United States as a youth. He grew, married, and ultimately entered the fashion world and became known professionally as Nudie Cohn. He created a $10,000.00 gold suit embedded with rhinestones for Elvis Pressley, and this creation rocketed him to stardom.
He would go on to design clothing, known as Nudie Suits, for Roy Rogers and Dale Evans, John Wayne, Gene Autry, Steve McQueen, Johnny Cash, John Lennon, Eric Clapton, and many, many more. Even Elton John wore Nudie Cohn ensembles on stage, and President Ronald Regan had several outfits created by Nudie.
Nudie became known as the Rodeo Tailor as the stars flocked to his North Hollywood business for his special creations. His legend lives on as one of the most outrageous and flamboyant designers in the history of western clothing and accessories. He blurred the lines of fashion and set far-reaching benchmarks for the styles worn in country music, movies and tv, and even into rock music.
The country music scene in Nashville has propelled the interest in today’s western wear and the western lifestyle. The stars are still establishing the trends in western fashion, and the industry prevails in a time of high-tech digitalization and modern chic designs.
Faded jeans with holes in the knees, logo-laden tee shirts, and distressed and tattered leather are the principles in the ultra-casual frontier of western wear today. It’s far from dead and is as commonplace in America’s culture as it has been for the last 150-plus years.
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So, with summer still upon us, it’s not too late to update your summer wardrobe with the latest women's western wear and fashions that will get you noticed---you’ll be the center of attraction at your next summertime event.
]]>Indeed, the county or state fair is not unique to the west. In fact, the first recognized state fair was in Syracuse, New York, in 1841.
Before 1841, a farmer in Massachusetts, along with a few of his neighbors, organized a cattle show in Pittsfield, MA in 1810. The show led to the development of the Berkshire Agricultural Society, which ultimately set the stage for the creation of the New York State Fair in 1841.
But by the very nature of showcasing farm and ranch living, livestock, and agricultural practices, the fair is commonly associated with a rural and cowboy lifestyle.
A common co-feature of the Fair---especially in the West--- is the Rodeo.
A favorite legend about the beginnings of the rodeo is that it was born in Deer Trail, Colorado in 1869. Deer Trail, which is about 50 miles east of Denver, was the location of two large cattle ranches. The cowboys of these two ranches decided to put together a little competition to settle an argument over who was the best cowboy.
Other sources give credit for the evolution of the rodeo in America to the vaqueros of Mexico after the end of the U.S. – Mexican War in 1848. As the Spanish ranching influence spread throughout the West, local ranches would compete with each other for bragging rights. Many of these events became an annual event to showcase their top performers.
Nonetheless, the everyday duties of the cowboy were the focus of the competitions. Thus, breaking wild horses, roping stray cattle, and wrestling steers became the mainstays of the modern rodeo.
These summertime events create an atmosphere that inspires us to decorate for the season. With the fair or rodeo coming to town, it’s time to pull out the western décor or don your favorite western wear and to become part of the celebration of these great American traditions.
Furthermore, summer also means barbecues, national celebrations, and lazy hours lounging in the sun. Are your home and yard ready? Spruce up your indoor/outdoor spaces with lighting ideas, table settings, and a wide selection of decorative touches big and small at Wild West Living.
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For the person who lives in the city, the idea of a great outdoors can be a remote concept. For someone who has never ventured beyond the confines of their neighborhood, the wide-open spaces are a distant place---full of mystery and intrigue.
In the middle of a large metropolitan area, it is often difficult to see the sky---or at least see the vastness of the sky that you can see from an open field out West. Even better yet is taking in the expanse of the sky from a mountain peak in the great Rocky Mountains.
For the person who has never experienced the ambiance of nature in its purest form, the sounds of trickling streams, chirping birds, and rustling leaves are unknown. And having never heard the nighttime howls of the coyote or wolf is a missed experience. It can be life-changing just knowing one of those critters are close enough to be heard---and an experience not soon forgotten.
Watching an open country sunrise is unsurpassed and the western sunset, bursting with hues of blue and orange, is absolutely mesmerizing. Lying in the meadow underneath a nighttime sky filled with stars so clear and bright---close enough that you feel as though you can reach out and touch them---is heavenly.
And if you have never chased fireflies on a summer’s eve, you’ve missed one of the greatest joys of childhood.
Life outdoors is a treasure given only to those who take the time to enjoy it.
The same yet very different.
Though day-to-day living and working are quite the same in both the city and the country, the overall lifestyles are very different. Those who live outside the city tend to appreciate the little things in life a little more readily, and they certainly value their time outdoors much more so.
As simplistic as it all sounds, life outdoors is a great opportunity for one to decorate and provide many comforts that enhance the experience.
Some of life’s greatest pleasures happen outdoors. Events like picnics and barbeques take place in the back yard, next to a mountain stream, or at the lake. Accessorizing your picnic basket and table is a top priority for any outdoor enthusiast.
Parades, outdoor concerts, and fireworks displays all have their necessities as well. A comfortable seat, a nice throw to knock off the evening chill, and of course, providing refreshments always make these events much more enjoyable.
So, remember, decorating and accessorizing is not limited to the indoor living room or kitchen. The entire world outside is available and ready for you to decorate and enjoy.
]]>The cowboys and cowgirls of the old west didn’t have cellphones and they didn’t wear a phone holder on their belt. (Cowgirls didn’t carry purses, did they? …never saw Dale Evans with one.)
But anyway, they did wear another form of communication on their belt…in a leather holder. A .45 caliber device which communicated very well with anyone who might get in the way.
Times have changed though, and today’s cowboy and cowgirl do have cellphones. What has not changed is the active lifestyle they have---constantly on the go.
Their cellphone goes with them wherever they go:climbing on horses, fences, Gator’s(that’s a JohnDeere Gator), or anything else that they feel needs to be climbed on or jumped on.
Unfortunately, the cellphone becomes a dilemma at times: Where to stick the dang thing so it doesn’t fall and break, or worse yet, get lost in the pasture somewhere.
Many a wrangler and wrangler-etteare on a first name basis with the manager of the local cellphone store…they see each other way too often.
With the Holidays rapidly approaching, put your favorite cowboy or cowgirl on your Christmas list. Help ease their financial burden by giving them a handsomely designed leather cellphone holder.
There are dozens of styles, designs, and sizes available. All crafted to not only make a fashion statement but to be totally functional as well.
There’s a classy, hand-tooled leather holder for just about any model of cellphone out there. The phone holders come in famous western brands such as Tony Lama. Justin, Twisted X, just to name a few.
With a belt clip-on and magnetic closures, the cellphone will be secure for any activity that comes along, even the occasional attempt to ride a bucking bronco.
A new leather cellphone holder for your loved one is the perfect way to say, “ here, you’ve spent enough money on your phones…now spend some on me for Christmas.”
In all seriousness, today’s cellphones are a major investment for anyone. And, anyone who does live an active and mobile lifestyle knows that keeping track of the cellphone is a challenge at times.
A well-crafted, durable, and stylish western-style leather cellphone holder is a great gift and a smart idea to protect against losing such a valuable investment.
]]>Western-style buckles come in many shapes and designs but they generally fall into one of two primary categories. There are the western belt buckle and the cowboy/cowgirl buckle.
Everybody uses a belt at one time or another, and for the most part, people are casual about their belts. But some folks are very serious when it comes to their buckle.
Take the cowboy and cowgirl: For them, it’s a statement…more than just something to hold up their trousers. Their buckle is a form of self-expression and a symbol of achievement.
The cowboy/cowgirl buckle of choice most often displays images of the rodeo. Buckles with images of bull riders, barrel racers,calf ropers, and bronc busters are seen on the rodeo performer,the enthusiast,and the ranch-hand.Whatever your specialty or favorite event is…there’s a buckle for you to wear proudly.
And you can pick a rodeo champ out in a crowd. He’s the one with a solid gold buckle adorned with precious stones or turquoise.
The other top variety of the belt buckle is the western or country buckle. This differs slightly from the cowboy style in that the images found on these represent a wide range of country and western interest beyond the rodeo.
It’s an artfully designed buckle engraved with images and symbols representing the wearer’s favorite hobby, favorite state, favorite pickup truck, or any other aspect of the great outdoors.
A person can express his or her faith, their love of nature, that they enjoy hunting and fishing…any statement can be made with the western belt buckle.
The bottom line is that the western-styled belt buckle is more than just than a piece of apparel. It’s a personal statement: It says, “this is who I am!”
Country singer, Lyle Love it put it very distinctly;
“If someone gives you a belt buckle, it's like a piece of jewelry. It has the same sort of emotional significance. It would be something you would intend to keep forever.”
And, with the holidays quickly approaching, belt buckles make an excellent gift item for that cowgirl or hunter on your Christmas list. Shucks, even a lot of city folk enjoy the uniqueness of the western themes found in western-style belt buckles!
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For families or those who like to make sure they have absolutely anything and everything they may need, check out our various luggage sets. There are a variety of different styles that you can choose from. Choose a patriotic design such as the "American Flag" Western 3-Piece Wheeled Luggage Set. With rhinestones and silver studs, this vintage-looking luggage set comes with a large and medium suitcase that you can roll around and a carry-on bag. The Red Montana West 3-PIece Wheeled Cross Luggage Set features a beautiful cross concho on the center of each piece. Two of the luggage pieces have 360-degree rotation spinner wheels and the carry-on bag is perfect for the essentials you prefer to keep close during any flights. Travel with a large luggage piece, an overnight bag, and a cosmetic case with the Western 3-Piece Brown Luggage Set with Longhorn Conchos. Keep the large suitcase in the car when you stop for the night at a hotel, only carrying in an overnight bag with our cosmetic case inside. This Western luggage set allows you to travel easily when you have to stop overnight.
If you don’t like to pack heavy, then why not try the 2-piece Western luggage sets we have? The Brown "Ridem' Cowgirl" Western 2-Piece Luggage Set features a carry-on bag and a wheeled luggage piece. Studded with rhinestones, these pieces also feature zippers on the front of both pieces for easy access. Perfect for a couple, the Camo 2-Piece Wheeled Luggage Set features 2 suitcases, one for each person. Loaded with modern detailing this expandable upright luggage set offers incredible mobility and organization for all of one’s travel needs.
Whether you need 3 pieces or 2 pieces of Western luggage when you travel, Wild West Living has a variety of styles and colors for you to choose from.
Sometimes, all you need is to throw some things into a duffel bag and you’re ready for your vacation. Wild West Living has many different styles to choose from, perfect for any vacation. The "Retro Romance" Western Leather Rodeo Bag is perfect for quick trips. With an adjustable shoulder strap, this bag has zipper compartments on each end of the bag, with open pockets, and a front pouch with a snap closure. Another beautiful Western duffel bag we have is the "Lennon" Aztec Print Overnight Bag. With an interior zipper pocket inside and two organizational pockets, you can pack just what you need for a quick trip and travel in style. Keep everything in its place and not worry about losing anything.
The Western Horse Duffel Bag is a black bag with a horse on it and it comes with a lot of packing space for any quick trip. With a section on the side for shoes, a small accessory pocket, and a backside sleeve strap, you can pack everything you may need for your trip. Whether you need to jump on a plane or into a car, you are set and relieved knowing everything you need is in the bag. With a "Free to Roam" Western 22" Duffel Bag, you can travel in Western style. This Western luggage has horses printed all over it, with so many compartments to utilize. It features 2 front zipper compartments, 2 zippered side compartments, and the main zippered top enclosure allows you to gain entrance into bag easily and secure it while carrying. Sometimes when you are traveling, all you need is your boots. Why not use our "Retro Romance" Western Leather Boot Bag by American West? Inside, there is an individual zip compartment for each boot and the outside of the case include a front pouch. Keep your boots clean and safe no matter where you go.
Sometimes a quick trip means you have to pack quickly and lightly, so check out all the different Western duffel bags we have available for you.
Wild West Living is proud to offer a variety of different Western luggage sets. With various Western colors and designs, you can find the perfect set or duffel bag that you need for your next trip.
]]>The Native Americans and the Spanish are responsible for horses thriving in North America. The Spanish introduced them here in the early 1500s but the Native Americans helped to breed them to what they are today. They became great assets to day-to-day life and helped the Wild West to evolve. Horses were considered very important and those who had them were considered wealthy. Once the cowboys began to settle the Wild West, horses continued to serve a very important purpose in everyday life.
Without horses, the cowboys of the Wild West would have not been able to thrive like they did, and still do. These majestic animals helped out in so many ways, like on the farm. Due to their size and strength, they could pull plows or wagons. They also were perfect for jobs like rounding up livestock or even hunting. They brought a whole new way to get around and made things go a lot quicker and smoother. Today, horses are still perfect for cattle drives and they also coexist well with other livestock. They are almost like an alarm system for your pasture, alerting you to any danger that may be lurking. Many people also have horses for fun – riding on the weekends in the mountains or taking them to events. They continue to build strong relationships.
There are a lot of different breeds of horses that we know and love today. However, only a handful were prominent in the shaping of the Wild West. The Palomino was brought over from Spain so that this beautiful horse could thrive in North America. It is a golden horse with a platinum mane and they "were often the revered choice of steed for many royal leaders." Another beautiful horse with a simple look is the Buckskin. This horse has "become a symbol of life on the American Frontier", with its beautiful tan skin and dark legs and mane/tail.
Suited for war and hunting, the Appaloosas were found among the Nez-Perce Indians of the Pacific Northwest. Appaloosas were "practical, hardy, and versatile with the additional advantages of tractability, good sense, and almost endless stamina." These horses are either spotted all over or only on the hindquarters, giving them a very distinct look. Unfortunately, in 1877, a war occurred and the herds were dispersed and did not appear again until the late 1800s and early 1900s. America’s first recognized horse breed was the Morgan. This horse could be found on both sides in the American Civil War, they were draft horses, stock horses, farm horses, racing horses, and could also be found among miners in the California Gold Rush. Although the breed almost died out in the 1870s, "Morgan blood heavily influenced the development of Quarter Horses in Texas."
Many of the horses that helped shape the Wild West can be found in barns today. Each horse is different, having played a different role, giving them an important part in the history of the Wild West.
Without a horse, the Wild West wouldn’t have thrived like it did. Palominos, Appaloosas, and Morgans helped to herd cattle, fight in wars, and even hunt. They changed and improved the cowboy way of life. Cowboys would not have been able to perform many daily tasks so easily and help shape the West to what we know and love today.
]]>Cowboys drove longhorn cattle through Abilene, Kansas between 1867 and 1871. Now, tourists gather on Main Street of Old Abilene Town to celebrate and remember the Chisholm Trail and the Wild West. With gunfight re-enactments and sarsaparilla drinks, people can watch Can Can dancers at the Alamo Saloon. Other popular events in this town include The Wild Bill Hickok Rodeo and Chisholm Trail Day Festival.
Dodge City is another great Wild West town to check out. It got started in 1847 when Fort Mann was built to protect those on the Santa Fe Trail. Although Fort Mann only lasted a year, another fort was built, the railroad appeared, and cows were shipped to Dodge City. Now, it is a bit more modernized but it still has that Wild West touch to it.
Colorado has many different Wild West towns that are sure to take you back in time, like Trinidad. This town was established along the Santa Fe Trail during the 1860s, with The Baca House being the oldest house in this town. The A.R. Mitchell Museum of Western Art is located on Main Street and it has a large collection of photos and original paintings of the West.
Durango and Silverton are two beautiful towns in Colorado where the spirit of the Wild West runs through the streets. The Narrow Gauge Railroad links these two towns, which gives you the best method of travel and you can see some beautiful views. Traveling on this train will make you feel like you’ve gone back in time.
Cody, Wyoming was inspired by Buffalo Bill Cody, which makes this town as Western as they come. There are many museums throughout this place, filled with historic Wild West information. Cody is also known as the “Rodeo Capital of the World”.
Located in the foothills of the Big Horn Mountains, more than 600,000 visitors a year can agree that Buffalo is another amazing Wild West town. Here you can find the Jim Gatchell Memoral Museum and check out the story of Northeastern Wyoming. Learn about Indian wars at the Fort Phil Kearny State Historic Site and visit the TA Ranch. Check out the charm and historic buildings of downtown also.
Oatman isn’t as well-known but, this town has just as much Wild West history as the others. Its named after Olive Oatman, who was a settler’s daughter that got kidnapped for slavery. This revived ghost town has wild burros walking around and buildings that will take you back in time.
Tombstone, Arizona was founded in 1879 and is home to the OK Corral site. There, people do daily re-enactments of the famous shootout between the Earp brothers, Doc Holliday, and others. This town hosts many annual events that feature mock shootouts, such as Helldorado Days that began in 1929. Other Wild West places to visit here are the Tombstone Courthouse State Historic Park, Crystal Palace, and St. Paul’s Episcopal.
There are many other Wild West towns that you can visit throughout the country. It may seem like a lot but, that’s what road trips are for! Map out the various Wild West towns and check them off as you learn more and more about gunslingers, outlaws, and life in the Wild West.
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]]>Reds and browns are popular Western colors for a Western home. However, with so many different shades, it can be impossible to choose the right ones. Rustic red is a beautiful shade for an accent wall or trim, especially in a living room. It goes great with colors like turquoise and brown. You can paint a wall brown with turquoise and/or red accents, creating a beautiful Western space. Sunset colors, like orange and yellow can be the perfect bright accents to add to your space. Whether you find a way to combine all of these colors or just choose a select few, your Western space is sure to look new and fresh
Another way to add these colors is by wall décor. After you have painted the walls the color of your choice, find various décor pieces for your wall. Check out décor such as Western Crosses or Western wall art, like stars or even longhorn skulls. Wild West Living is proud to carry a variety of colorful wall décor pieces that are sure to help you bring your new Western space together.
There are some other unique Western colors that you can add to your Western space. Some unique colors are dusty rose, blue, and maroon. These seem like odd color choices for a Western space but, they do make great accent colors and can add a more feminine Western touch to your space. Colors like these can be perfect for bathrooms or even offices. You can use them on trim or to create Western designs like a chevron design, stars, or even paisleys. They can be inspirational for your Western space.
With the right colors, your Western space will look bright, beautiful, and fresh. Combine different colors through paint or wall décor and redo your Western space.
]]>Hang the "No Soliciting" Western Humorous Tin Sign next to your front door for all solicitors to see. Before they wake the dogs or the baby, maybe they will see this sign and know that you are not interested in almost anything they are selling. The red text on the white background are sure to grab their attention and, hopefully, make them think twice before ringing your doorbell. Another great warning sign for your porch is the "Bad Ass Dog on Duty" Western Wall Sign. Anyone who walks up to your house will know that there is a bad ass dog on the premises with this silver iron wall sign. Perfect for any hunter, the "An Avid Elkoholic Lives Here" Tin Sign is the perfect warning for anyone who enters your house. They will learn that whoever lives there, lives and breathes elk.
Bring some humorous Western signs inside your home, like the "Lord Give Me Coffee - Wine" Western Tin Sign. This Western sign is a good daily reminder in a kitchen, especially on the bad days. Coffee will get you ready for the day and wine will help you to relax after the long days. Another great kitchen sign is our "Cowgirl Kitchen" Arrow Sign, which gives family and guests their dinner options – either take it or leave it! When the cowgirl is in the kitchen, what she says, goes. If they don’t like it, there’s the door!
For the boys or men in the house, Wild West Living also has a variety of humorous Western signs that could be perfect for your home. The "How Can a Man?" Western Humorous Tin Sign is a funny sign for any man. If they can hit a deer at 250 yards away, the toilet should not be hard to hit either. Put this sign in a bathroom, as a reminder of the importance of accuracy. Anyone would get a chuckle out of this sign. The "Dear God, Please Don't Tell Momma" Western Humorous Sign is a great sign for a son’s bathroom. According to this humorous metal sign, cowboys don't take baths, they just dust off. This high quality heavy gauge metal sign has a distressed finish for a vintage look.
With so many different signs, you can find the best humorous Western sign for your Western home. Add humor to your Western space and give your family and guests a laugh.
]]>For a casual day out or at home, sandals can be perfect for hot days. Show your pride for the country with the American Pride Flip Flops with Rhinestones. The Lonestar conchos on these sandals are sure to provide some bling to the beautiful patriotic design on these sandals. For an everyday shoe, check out the "Maggie" Ladies' Western Flip Flops By Blazin' Roxx. These Western sandals are black, with some bling to add a shine in your step. If brown is more your color, then the "Tanya" Ladies' Western Flip Flops By Blazin' Roxx could be for you. With a cross concho, these sandals are perfect for your day at home or out running errands.
If you prefer sandals without a heel, then check out our “Leanne” Western Rhinestone Cross Flip Flops in either brown or black. These sandals are flat, with beautiful rhinestone details throughout. For some more color to your wardrobe, the "Catchfly" Navy Flip Flops with Arrow can bring beautiful blues and arrows to your Western wardrobe. All of these Western sandals are causal, which make them perfect for your Western summer days.
With your Western sandals, pair a Western tank top to complete your Summer wardrobe. Our "Grazing Horses" Western Ladies' Sequined Tank Top is sure to shine. Against the beautiful Western sky are silhouettes of grazing horses. Another beautiful sequined tank top is the "Reflective Horses" Tank. A beautiful brown horse sits against a sunset, that seems to look like camouflage at the top of the tank. Complete your Western Summer wardrobe with a sequined tank and Western sandals.
Add some Western accessories to your Western Summer wardrobe, like some Western sunglasses. For a floral look, the Western Sunglasses with Diamond Topaz Conchos - Brown have a beautiful pattern on the frame, with a topaz and CZ stones in the shape of a flower. If you want to add a unique Western touch to your wardrobe, check out the Western Ladies' Sunglasses with Silver Revolver Conchos. A revolver stands out on the frame of these glasses, with various rhinestones to add some bling to your face. For a simpler look, try the Western Ladies' Sunglasses with Leopard Print. These simple Western sunglasses are sure to go with any Western summer outfit, making the perfect accessory.
Another great Western summer accessory is a Western headband. The Western Beaded Star Shaped Headband has a repeating pattern of multi colored seed beads in a star shaped pattern. It is a fun headband for festivals, carnivals, or even nights around a bonfire. The Southwestern Turquoise Beaded Drop Coin Headband is another fun Western accessory for your Summer wardrobe. This one-size-fits-all headband is sure to add a fun touch to your wardrobe, whether you are out and about or having some Summer fun. Add a beautiful pop of color to your Summer days with the Western Saddle Blanket Multi-Colored Headband. This multi colored headband features saddle blanket fabric. There is elastic banding in the back for added comfort.
Whether it is sunglasses or headbands, you can find the perfect Western accessory for your Western summer wardrobe.
Wild West Living is proud to offer a variety of Western clothing and accessories for the upcoming Summer. No matter what you plan on doing, Wild West Living has what your Western Summer may need.
]]>If you are looking to add some beautiful Western colors to your Western space, we have many different pieces for you to choose from. The "Sundown" Western Barnwood Shadow Box Art is a beautiful piece, with the beautiful colors of a sunset. It truly captures the true spirit of days end on the ranch or farm, with the windmill in the foreground. This Western shadow box art is also framed in barnwood and has a barbwire border, giving it a true Western touch for your Western home. Another work of art framed in barnwood and barbwire is the "Rearing Horse" Wall Art. This piece is strong and it perfectly captures the spirit of the Wild West, with the beautiful colors of the sunset emphasizing the rearing horse and cowboy.
For those who love horses, the "Running Horses" Shadow Box Art is a perfect piece. This particular piece has a different take on color, emphasizing the various brush strokes. The horses seem to pop from the frame, painted on a raised inner canvas mat. Another unique Western shadow box art piece is the "Three Horses" Western Shadow Box Art. With this piece, there are three canvases, with a horse on each. Each horse was painted with beautiful colors, which makes them really pop from this Western shadow box art piece.
You can add some beautiful Western colors to your Western home or office with one, or more, of these beautiful Western shadow box art pieces. Create a beautiful Western scene with these various unique pieces of art.
Western shadow box art can still capture the spirit of the Wild West in black and white. Wild West Living has many different pieces to choose from that are sure to complete your Western space. The "Trio" Western Barnwood Shadow Box Art perfectly captures three cowboys and their horses. It shows how they work together and how prominent they are in the Wild West. Like the others, this piece is framed in barnwood and barbwire. Taking a different approach to the Wild West, the "Saddle Up" Barnwood Shadow Box Art shows some useful tools of the Wild West. It displays a saddle and a rope, which were useful when cowboys had to round up other animals when needed. It also displays the tools that many may use in rodeos today.
Many of the Western shadow box art pieces that we carry have text on the beautiful images. One example is the "One is Nearer God's Heart" Western Shadow Box Art, that shows three cowboys and their horses running up a hill. Above the image, there is the text: “One is nearer God’s heart on a horse than anywhere on earth.” This piece is perfect for any Western space, as it ties together the Wild West and one’s faith. Perfect for a friend, the "True Friendship Is A Gift From God" Shadow Box Art displays two cowboys and their horses. With the text, this Western shadow box art makes a great gift for a loved one, serving a great reminder of the importance of friendship and where it comes from. It is perfect on a desk or hanging on a wall.
The black and white Western shadow box art perfectly capture the beauty and spirit of the Wild West. The beautiful details and shadows throughout each piece really pop and are sure to stand out in your Western space.
Western shadow box art is very beautiful. With so many different designs to choose from, you can really bring together your Western space. Each artist works hard to create a unique piece, using the wildlife and nature of the Wild West as their inspiration.
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