Denim breeches are a great addition to any equestrian wardrobe as you can ride in them and then pop to the shops while still looking pretty smart and not too “yardy”.
The best denim breeches should feel like a pair of jeans, but with all the features you would expect from a comfortable and practical pair of breeches. In order to achieve this, breeches made using a cotton and elastane mix allow for comfort while still giving the traditional feel of a pair of jeans, which is why many pairs are two-way stretch, rather than four-way like most everyday breeches. Other features to give a jean-like look include belt loops and back pockets, while features to make them practical breeches include a full-seat or knee grips and a four-way stretch.
Best denim breeches
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Pikeur Candela Jean Breeches
Colours: Blue, light grey or black | Sizes: 20–34in, in regular or long | RRP: £179.95 |
These super-smart high-waisted breeches are made of a four-way stretch fabric with a silicon grip seat. They have a wide waist band with belt loops, two slanting front pockets and a stretch finish at the ankle.
Colours: Black or dark blue | Sizes: 24–34in | RRP: £59.99 |
These mid-rise breeches are made of a washed denim and have flatlock seams to ensure comfort. They have jean-style pockets, matte silicone knee grips, sleek dry cuffs at the ankle, and leather-look Aubrion emblems.
Colours: Light blue or black | Sizes: 26–38in | RRP: £71.99 |
These mid-rise, vintage-wash, denim-look breeches with a silicone grip gel full seat made from a bi-stretch denim fabric offering compression and coverage. They have suede belt loops and four jean-style pockets, as well as an outer side phone pocket on the leg. The suede belt loops for that stylish riding look with front zip snap closure in a mid-rise style with no gap waistband. Also available with suede knee patches or suede full seat.
Colours: Navy or grey | Sizes: UK 6–18 | RRP: £79.95 |
Made from a soft denim-cotton fabric, these four-way stretch breeches have a seamless design and supportive high waist. The full silicone seat gives a secure feel in the saddle, while the tapered lower leg design adds to the comfort.
These denim-look breeches combine the look of jeans, and the comfort and practicality of breeches. They are made from stretchy fabric and feature “no-bulk” ankles. Other features include silver diamantés around the front and back pockets, while the silicone full seat features a swirl pattern.
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