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NEW TRENDS IN EQUESTRIAN APPAREL

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A NOD TO A ROYAL'S RETRO STYLE DIOR’S COUTURE COLLECTION AT HOME WITH MICHAEL AND D.D. MATZ

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WELLINGTON 2021

32 Photographer Alden Corrigan takes EQLiving for an inside look at 2021’s Winter Equestrian Festival, Adequan Global Dressage Festival, and events at the International Polo Club. DIOR’S SPRING 2021 HAUTE COUTURE COLLECTION

40 Dior’s collection, inspired by a 15th-century tarot card deck, is both vivid and rich in imagination. The lush, Renaissance-inspired fabrics are enhanced with embroidery, lace, and zodiac symbols. ROYAL RENEGADE

Inspired by the iconic ‘70s equestrienne style of Princess Anne, this fashion photo essay leads us down a path paved by her no-nonsense spirit and ultimate cool style.

DIOR’S SPRING 2021 HAUTE COUTURE COLLECTION

FEEL-GOOD FASHION

56 An array of equestrian apparel brands have launched new collections in energized palettes and razor-sharp details rooted in eco-conscious innovations. LA DONAIRA

66 Writer Jacqueline McKeon steps inside the luxury of La Donaira, a 1,700-acre eco-resort in southern Spain. Seventy Lusitano horses live on the property, where guests can learn natural horsemanship and indulge in sustainable gourmet dining. MASTERFUL MATZ

70 In conversation with equestrians Michael and D.D. Matz at their gorgeous Wellington home, EQ looks at their combined accomplishments including that of the only show-jumping medalist to also train a Kentucky Derby winner.

MASTERFUL MATZ

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THE ENIGMATIC HORSES OF SILVIO MARAINI

80 In his most recent work, this Swiss photographer sets his sights on uncovering the true character of horses. With stunning sophistication and simplicity, he shows us who they really are.

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12 FAVORITES

Dani G. Waldman is a top show jumper with her own fresh sense of taste. See her favorites, from restaurants and books to horses and shows.

Read an excerpt from How Two Minds Meet: The Mental Dynamics of Dressage by Beth Baumert.

This year’s Gay Polo League’s tournament made socially distanced history.

Enhance your horse’s comfort and performance with this selection of luxurious tack and accessories.

A pop of color can bring some energy to your wardrobe and your home. DÉCOR

Display your style with these equestrian picture frames. FOOD + DRINK

Chef Lewis of the Woodstock Inn in Vermont offers up his delectable cheddar fondue recipe. PEOPLE

Realtor Zach Davis knows equestrian real estate in Kentucky Bluegrass Country.

Equine Elixirs founder Liz Ehrlich walks through the process of scaling her small company to meet demand.

STYLE

ON THE COVER

IN EACH ISSUE Cover shot on location in The Plains, Va. by Heidi Niemala. Model wears Claudie Pierlot doublebreasted houndstooth suit, Haider Ackermann chartreuse silk ruffle blouse, Tommy Nutter vintage belt, Falke ankle socks, and Roger Vivier Juniper patent leather buckle flat. Antler walking stick at Horse Country.

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EDITOR’S NOTE 8 Welcome to Equestrian Living. RESOURCES

Straw bags in myriad shapes and sizes are a light and stylish accessory for the warm weather. DESIGN

Look for CONTACT INFO | PAGE 97 to find the products and services in this issue.

Interior barn doors are space-saving, customizable, and elegant.

BARN DOGS 98 It took only a few minutes for Charlie Jacobs to win over his new wild child rescue dog.

EQUESTRIAN PROPERTIES

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EQ F R O M T H E E D I T O R

We want to thank Old Dominion Hounds (ODH) and their Huntsman Steve Farrin, as well as his wife Jennifer, for bringing a few members of their pack to our fashion feature photoshoot. Founded in 1924 and based in Fauquier County, Virginia, the ODH territory consists of 100 square miles of rolling foothills in Rappahannock and Fauquier Counties. Old Dominion Hounds are dedicated to preserving their hunt and open spaces for future generations to come.

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WELCOME

fter spending considerable time shuffling through beautiful images for this issue’s fashion stories, I realized the time had come for me to part ways with my yearlong pandemic uniform. To feel a tiny bit fashionable, I opted to forgo the de rigueur choice of sweatpants and, instead, adopted my circa 2000 yoga pants—threadbare but blissfully comfortable—to get me through the last year. However, with the full-on explosion of spring and the proliferation of vaccines allowing social gatherings to resume, it was time to venture into the closet and rethink fashion. This year’s fashion feature spans a wide gamut of sartorial timeframes and concepts. Dior’s Renaissance-inspired Spring 2021 Haute Couture Collection (page 40) with lush handwoven fabrics and hand-painted embellishments pay homage to the mysticism of 15th-century tarot cards. In “Royal Renegade” (page 46), Princess Anne and her iconic ‘70s equestrienne style re-emerges as fresh and fashionable with spring checks and reimagined denim through the creative eyes of Sandra Ranke, Heidi Niemala, and David Burnett. And lastly, in “Feel-Good Fashion” (page 56), our equestrian-apparel brands 8 | EQU E S T R I A N L I V I NG | MAY / J U N E | 2021

are firmly rooted in the present, with eco-conscious initiatives in place for the future. Not only can we admire the environmentally friendly advances being made behind the striking new options in vibrant colors and flawless cuts, but we can also feel good about wearing them and reinvigorating our wardrobes. In “Masterful Matz” (page 70), we meet the highly accomplished couple, Michael and D.D. Matz. The gracious, high-level equestrians, one a three-time Olympian and trainer of a Kentucky Derby winner, and the other a grand prix show jumper, open up their Tuscaninspired Wellington, Florida, home to give us a look at the in-depth design collaboration between D.D. and interior designer, Douglas Mutch. To round out the issue, we present a photo gallery of Silvio Maraini’s enigmatic horses, take you to an idyllic getaway combining luxury and Lusitanos in Southern Spain, and share a few highlights from the Winter Equestrian Festival 2021. It has been a challenging year for all of us. I wholeheartedly thank the equestrian fashion brands that have navigated innumerable obstacles to roll out new collections on time, and the tenacious team of Heidi Niemala, Sandra Ranke, and David Burnett, for taking on the whims of a Virginia winter to produce a spring fashion feature. After months of safe distancing and minimal travel, our editorial team is vaccinated and ready to get back to what we love—traveling and introducing you to the fascinating people we meet along the way. For those we hope to visit, count on us showing up in fine fashion and with newfound optimism.

EQ P E O P L E

Favorite scent: Miss Dior Cherie. MILAN GINO

Books on my bedside table: Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach. The Gifts of Imperfection by Brené Brown.

MY FAVORITES

AMANYA

Favorite hotel: Any Aman Resort. They are just incredible, so private and so tranquil—everything I want in a getaway! Amanyara (above) or Amanzoe are my top picks.

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Greatest extravagance: Not changing my U.S. phone number while I live in Europe, now eight years and counting.

Favorite horse: Lizziemary. She’s my queen. Proudest riding achievement: LGCT Shanghai win with Lizziemary. I set out to win that class, and I managed to do it. Mission accomplished!

DANI G. WALDMAN Favorite exercise: Yoga and Krav Maga. I need as much help as I can get with stretching and who doesn’t want to know how to kick a little butt.

Top of my playlist: Kesha, Ben Platt, and Dermot Kennedy.

Favorite show: SKAM. It had a tremendous impact on my life in many ways: professionally, emotionally, career-wise. It’s a genius creation.

Favorite show/venue: LGCT Mexico City. The best overall show. The facility, the location, the crowd, the atmosphere, the stabling, everything.

Favorite restaurants: Wow, that’s a hard question! I love Empellon Taqueria in New York and Taiko in Amsterdam.

TAIKO

Favorite thing to cook at home: Salmon with Dijon and brown sugar crust.

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rom its location on the village green, the Woodstock Inn & Resort in Woodstock, Vermont, is at the heart of town and steps away from the activities of the nearby Green Mountains, including hundreds of acres of hiking, horse, and biking trails. The 142-room four-season resort offers an 18-hole championship golf course, 10,000-square-foot LEED-designed spa, fly fishing excursions, falconry, tennis, and more. In the summer, the resort’s certified organic Kelly Way Gardens are ripe with produce for the resort’s two onsite restaurants. The garden is also home to the Red Barns, a state-of-the-art demo kitchen housed in refurbished barns.

CHEESE FONDUE INGREDIENTS 1 cup “Our Favorite” Billings Farm Butter Cheddar Cheese, shredded ½ cup dry white wine ½ tsp garlic, finely chopped 2 tsp cornstarch, mixed with water CHEF’S ACCOMPANIMENTS Hard crust bread, diced 1 apple, sliced 12 cornichon pickles 1 bunch red seedless grapes Summer sausage, sliced METHOD FOR CHEESE FONDUE 1. Pour the white wine in a small stainless steel heavy gauge pot. 2. Add the garlic to the pot and bring wine to a simmer. 3. Add the shredded Billings Farm cheddar to the pot and stir with a wooden spoon in a single direction until the cheese is completely melted. 4. Add the cornstarch-water mixture and allow it to thicken the fondue, heating an additional 1-2 minutes. 5. Pour the cheese fondue into your favorite serving vessel and serve with the prepared accompaniments. 6. Enjoy with the remaining white wine.

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ach Davis has served as president and principal broker of boutique real estate firm Kirkpatrick & Company since 2012. A 12th-generation Kentuckian, he grew up on a working Thoroughbred farm that instilled his love of land and horses. Zach feels his role is not only that of a broker, but also an ambassador of his beloved Bluegrass. Today, his local expertise is put to work for equestrians in a myriad of disciplines. Stewardship of Bluegrass heritage is particularly important to Zach, and he has put his passion to work advocating for both historic preservation and land conservation. “There’s a reason why we make very fine whiskey and raise world-class horses in the Bluegrass,” he says. “Originally, it was literally the limestone water, the composition of the soil itself, that built our heritage.” Today, Central Kentucky is paradise for horses, with a huge equine 18 | EQ UE S T R I A N L I V IN G | MAY / J U N E | 2021

industry. Thoroughbred owners and breeders built the foundation, and now sport-horse equestrians are flocking to take advantage of the infrastructure. When asked for a listing that he thinks is special, Zach says, “I hesitate to feature one of our listings because the market is moving quickly right now. We have really become the brokerage of choice for sport-horse buyers and sellers. I was thrilled to broker the sale of Derek Braun’s Split Rock Farm, and earn the trust of many of his colleagues. Recently, we sold a farm on Muir Lane, pictured here, that was pure magic,

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REPETITION OR DRILLING? OK

An excerpt from HOW TWO MINDS MEET: THE MENTAL DYNAMICS OF DRESSAGE by Beth Baumert.

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t’s difficult to quantify intelligence in the horse, but we surely notice the quick learner and the dull one. There are two aspects of equine learning that are sometimes difficult to separate: intelligence and character. A horse with great intelligence is quick to understand, and the horse with fine character is willing to comply. When you have an intelligent horse with fine character and a well conformed, strong body, you’re indeed fortunate! When horses are taught something new, their reactions and attitudes vary as much as they do in humans. Some horses think they know everything and are insulted when you explore new territory, Oh my God, if you think I’m doing that at your every whim, you can forget it! It’s interesting to note that this horse, once he catches on, is often very compliant. Some horses are intimidated, Yikes! What are these poles on the ground? Where should my feet go? And some are like the worker bee that just puts his nose to the grindstone and figures it out, Wow! That was fun! He’s the one with great character who doesn’t want to disappoint his rider. A horse’s intelligence isn’t at all like ours. Because horses live in the “now,” they have no reasoning power, so they don’t understand cause and effect in a rational, sequential way. They are, however, very trainable in cause and effect. Whether you’re a beginner or an Olympian, your job is to help your horse understand the aids. For example, when you close your legs, your horse goes more forward. When you 24 | EQ UE S T R I A N L I V IN G | MAY / J U N E | 2021

This excerpt from How Two Minds Meet: The Mental Dynamics of Dressage by Beth Baumert is reprinted with permission from Trafalgar Square Books.

use one leg, he moves away from it. He must learn this, but he doesn’t deduce it. He learns by Repetition, Reward, Association, Clarity, and Persistent Consistency. Anticipation is the positive byproduct of repetition. When you track right in trot and ask for a canter depart before a corner, a horse will be physically in a good position to do it. And when you do it in the same place three times in a row, you have a chance to refine the position and the timing of your aids. By the third time, your horse may predict or anticipate the canter depart and by then you have definitely refined his response to your aids. Now you can try it in a different place. We all know about the positive power of expectation, and anticipation is a close cousin to expectation. Let’s take the example of teaching your horse the rein-back. Stepping back is somewhat counterintuitive for the horse so it’s often helpful to teach it from the ground by maneuvering his body (not his face) into a single step back. You might need to ask him to step sideways before you can successfully maneuver a step back. When your horse finally does step back, you praise him, and then you repeat. Now he associates stepping back with praise, and he understands what you wanted all along. Then when you repeat the request for a rein-back in the same way, it will be much easier to get the desired result. Next, you can try it while mounted, perhaps with someone on Continued on page 90

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GAY POLO TOURNAMENT The GAY POLO LEAGUE (GPL) makes socially distanced history at the International Polo Club of Palm Beach. BY REBECCA BALDRIDGE PHOTOS: SARA COLE AND RACHEL SPENCER

EQ Living Editor-at-Large, Rebecca Baldridge

GPL founder Chip McKenney with a Lexus.

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The winning Cherry Knoll team.

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he Lexus International Gay Polo Tournament took place in March at the International Polo Club of Palm Beach (IPC) in Wellington, Florida. GPL founder Chip McKenney describes the annual event as “the love child of Pretty Woman and Burning Man” in a typical year, but 2021 is anything but typical. The 2020 tournament was canceled due to the pandemic and this year’s tournament was lower key than usual. However, holding an event at all during COVID is a triumph of the will and this year’s smaller but safe festivity was still a champagne-fueled extravaganza that celebrated diversity in all its glory. Four teams participated in the 2021 tournament, including Cherry Knoll Farm, Provident Jewelry, GJ Racing, and First Republic. The event was historic in several respects. Although the IPC has been home to the tournament for the last six years, 2021 was the first time that the final was played on the hallowed ground of Field One. Not only is Field One the most famous polo pitch in the United States; it’s one of the most storied

in the world, comparable to Palermo in Argentina and Guards in the U.K. For an amateur polo player, Field One is a dream come true. In another historic first, the two teams that met in the Senator’s Cup final were all LGBTQ, including the team professionals. Says Chip McKenney, “This shatters a glass ceiling for diversity and the sport of polo.” The teams that met in the final, Cherry Knoll and First Republic, were both strong and played a fast game that was worthy of the venue, demonstrating that there is a coterie of serious and talented players in the LGBTQ community. Cherry Knoll captured the Senator’s Cup and championship title, while GJ Racing took the Founder’s Cup. Although polo was the main attraction, there was plenty of fun off the field as well. At Friday night’s Mask-erade to benefit SAGE USA, Key West-based drag-sensation Randy Roberts entertained with a medley of show tunes and Cher’s greatest hits, and wowed the crowd with his incredible voice. The 4-day extravaganza ended on a high note Sunday with a spectacular brunch and the Gold Cup final at IPC.

The winning Cherry Knoll team.

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MACHINE LEARNING How equine-supplement founder, LIZ EHRLICH, built her products from the ground up.

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Ehrlich determine her needs based on volume, bulk density, rate of flow, and how many units she’d need to produce every day, week, and month. From there, the consultant identified the appropriate equipment specialists to build the machines and, after a year of development, Ehrlich installed a custom assembly line that would fully automate higher volume production of Ulceraser. Though the process was laborious and lengthy, Ehrlich notes that learning about the machines and creating them from scratch is now one of her favorite parts of the job. “I get a tremendous amount of satisfaction from these machines,” she shared. “We started our product development by experimenting on a small scale, so to have a specialized machine just for the purpose of creating a specific product is, to me, the culmination of what was once just an idea.” As the business grows, so does Ehrlich’s knowledge of and appreciation for the machines. Equine Elixirs now has more than four custom machines churning out its growing product line in a 10,000-square-foot facility (with plans to expand to upwards of 15,000 square feet to accommodate three new machines that will be installed later this year). While her love for horses remains at the core of the brand, it’s her enthusiasm for bringing an idea to life that keeps Ehrlich’s INFO | PAGE 97 machines ticking. JUMP MEDIA

iz Ehrlich, rider and founder of all-natural equine supplement brand Equine Elixirs, never envisioned herself in a career that would require building custom machinery from the ground up. In fact, she began her career as a Manhattan-based attorney working at an international law firm. After years in New York, Ehrlich relocated to Palm Beach, Florida, where she returned to riding, even purchasing a horse named Bella, while working full time as a lawyer. Unbeknownst to her, buying Bella would kickstart a new career journey for Ehrlich. After she purchased Bella, Ehrlich found herself trying to figure out how to manage the mare’s ulcers. When nothing seemed to be the right fit, she began researching the topic herself. She reviewed research pertaining to ulcers in horses and humans and spoke with veterinarians. Eventually, Ehrlich created what would become Equine Elixirs’ first product, a gastric support supplement called Ulceraser. However, she didn’t have the most conventional start to product development. In the early days of Equine Elixirs, Ehrlich rented office space that was about the size of a New York City studio apartment—just large enough to mix ingredients and package small quantities of the product. “I was going to hardware stores to find materials that would mimic

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machinery on a smaller scale,” said Ehrlich of finding more efficient ways to mix the product as demand for it began to increase. “I would customize equipment based on what I could find.” As the company grew, Ehrlich continued to expand the facility where her products were made, but quickly realized that if she wanted to meet the increasing demand of her customers and scale the business, small-batch mixing wouldn’t be sustainable. Knowing that she would need a way to increase the volume produced, but unwilling to outsource production, Ehrlich sought the expertise of a machinery consultant. He helped

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EQUINE LUXURIES Enhance your horse’s COMFORT and PERFORMANCE with beautifully crafted tack and accessories. The deep-seated Makila Lab Dressage Saddle with straight flaps by Devoucoux boasts accurate, light aids providing stability and connection. From $6,580. Atelier Pravins’ Anatomical Saddle Girth is made with strong and flexible high-quality leather, specially studied to fit snugly around the horse’s rib cage. $342.

The Rocabar Blanket in 100% wool by Hermès boasts classic design inspired by the blankets used on racehorses in the 19th century. $680.

Hermès’ Lined Stirrup Leathers feature nickel-plated hardware and saddle-stitched seams. The supple and strong leather stands the test of time. $660.

Butet’s Flat Jump Saddle, specifically designed for riding in balance, is the ultimate jump saddle from the brand’s range. $5,750. 30 | EQ UE S T R I A N L I V IN G | MAY / J U N E | 2021

Equifit’s custom D-Teq Front Boots offer maximum protection and support with a molded fit and classic styling. $412.

The Jumping Saddle Girth by Pravins Sellier has been designed to fit snugly and comfortaby around the horse’s barrel. Crafted in flexible, high-quality leather. $418.

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WELLINGTON

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Numerous equestrian events have been cancelled due to the pandemic, but the Wellington, Florida, Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF), Adequan Global Dressage Festival, and events at the International Polo Club were successfully held, albeit with some changes for 2021: the public wasn't allowed, and masks and temperature checks were required. Photographer ALDEN CORRIGAN created this gallery for Equestrian Living. 5

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1. Avery Glynn and For Asgard. 2. Steffen Peters. 3. Jessica Springsteen and RMF Zecilie. 4. Georgina Bloomberg and Crown 5. 5. Winner of the $500,000 Rolex Grand Prix CSI5* Daniel Deusser and Scuderia 1918 Tobago Z. 6. Bliss Heers. 7. McLain Ward and Heavenly W. 8. Dressage sculpture by Adrian Landon at Equestrian Village, home of Global Dressage Festival. 9. Francisco Elizalde. 10. A COVID Protocol Enforcement Team member.

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captures our ATTENTION more than any other color. Wear it or add pops of it to your décor.

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1. The yellow velvet pom poms cushion by the French Bedroom Company. $39.10. 2. Ilse Jacobsen’s handmade yellow, short rubber boots can withstand the hardest torrential downpour. $145. 3. The stone yellow, forged, two-handled casserole by Excelsa. Price upon request. 4. Illesteva’s classic Leonard II sunglasses in the blond and gray combination. $177. 5. Wayfair’s Yepez geometric yellow indoor/outdoor area rug by Breakwater Bay. $31. 6. Madewell’s slip-on, yellow raffia babouches mules by Artemis are handcrafted and woven of raffia grass. $248. 7. The croc-embossed leather Teni wristlet by F&W is designed to hold all of your essentials. $95. 8. Bombay Duck’s gift-boxed teacup and saucer in sunshine yellow with gold handles and detailing. $17.95. 9. Viceversa’s yellow Tix toaster has timer for nine toasting levels, defrost function, auto-ejection, and steel tongs. $165.20. 10. The Aurelien yellow suede leather belt by Bombinate. $144.

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HE BRAND, ANNA KLOSE HAMBURG, was

founded in 2016 and has set high standards for delivering genuine luxury to the international world of equestrians. Meet the designer, Anna, whose personality comes to life in her exclusive collection of equestrian wear. Over the years, Anna found joy in visiting the most significant equestrian events across the globe. Whether traveling to the Gucci Masters in Paris, the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, or the world-famous CHIO in Aachen, she would be endlessly amazed by the horses’ quality and level of performance. Nevertheless, she was dismayed by the lack of brands that equaled her criteria for high quality and design. “Above all, almost all brands are designed with the rider in mind,” Anna Klose explains. “The colors and patterns of the clothing collections are simply transferred to the horses, without conventional materials and cuts being reconsidered.” Anna Klose is a woman of taste. Taking a quick look at her daily outfits in the atelier, you will immediately notice her love and appreciation for small details and quality garments. As a business owner, she communicates her directives with a gentle but firm voice when talking to her staff, who have come to recognize her critical looks when inspecting the latest prototypes, and a bright laugh when she is satisfied with the outcome. Anna decided to create her own luxury

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Designer Anna Klose

atelier in Germany, where she would design, develop, and produce horse equipment from scratch. Anna’s fascination and determination has shaped the core of the brand today. From the day she put on her first pair of riding boots, she was impressed by the beautiful shape, gracious looks, and responsive movements the horses gave back to their riders. Anna’s equestrian collections reflect her joy for horses, the real heroes of equestrian sports, according to Anna. The Annatomic Suit was her first patented development, designed to underline the

Annatomic Suit

beauty of our equestrian partners. It took three years to develop and refine the cooler’s cut, making it fit perfectly around the back and shoulders. Using a Technical Suede as a shell, the cooler becomes an eye-catching luxury object, attracting the eyes of spectators and owners. The same material carries through the brand’s signature look on the bag series that followed. “There are three places where I feel like home: in my house, with my family and friends; at the atelier, where I am able to envision my ideas; and at the barn, taking care of my horses,” says Anna. In her workshop, she has surrounded herself with the finest artisans to help her visions come to life. While Anna takes great pride in designing each product to the last detail, she highly values the craftsmanship that is put into each product before it leaves the manufacturer in her hometown, Hamburg, Germany. The handcrafting allows both the adherence to high standards of manufacturing and extensive personalization possibilities on equipment, bags, and clothing. Anna Klose Hamburg is not only growing beyond its borders in Europe but is now achieving great success in the U.S. as well. The brand was recently announced as the official blanket sponsor for the 2021 Hampton Classic, which is held yearly in September. “As a designer, I am absolutely stunned every time my products come to life,” says Anna. “However, I can’t wait to go traveling with my brand again soon, as nothing is better than meeting our exclusive circle of customers all around the world.”

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Black tulle dress with Chantilly lace incrustations and cashmere coat embroidered with zodiac motifs. 40 | EQ UE S T R I A N L I V IN G | MAY / J U N E | 2021

DIOR’S SPRING 2O21 HAUTE COUTURE COLLECTION PHOTOS: ELINA KECHICHEVA FOR DIOR, COURTESY OF DIOR

Lush imagery derived from 15th-century tarot cards is thread through Maria Grazia Chiuri’s Renaissance-inspired collection.

erging dreams with reality through motifs derived from 15th-century tarot cards was the core mystical theme in Dior’s Spring 2021 Haute Couture Collection. “This collection transposes the world of tarot, which is very present in the house of Dior,” says Maria Grazia Chiuri, creative director of Dior and the collection’s designer. Chiuri was inspired by the oldest known tarot deck in the world: the Visconti-Sforza hand-painted for the Duke of Milan by Bonifacio Bembo. She immediately felt a connection with these imaginary worlds and this visual language whose symbolic lexicon is rich in complex and fascinating characters. Cards depicting the high priestess, empress justice, and the fool are channeled through the art of weaving: lace is inlaid with hand-painted embellishments, golden velvet is enlivened with the signs of the zodiac, and precious jacquards are sprinkled with stars collectively paying homage to the collections Renaissance inspiration.

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Ensemble composed of a crossover top and wide pants in heathered greige silk toile, with a shirt in sand organza. 44 | EQ UE S T R I A N L I V IN G | MAY / J U N E | 2021

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Royal Renegade Princess Anne’s iconic ‘70s equestrienne style looks oh so right again. We are inspired by her no-nonsense spirit and CONTRIBUTING EDITOR SANDRA RANKE PHOTOGRAPHER HEIDI NIEMALA FASHION EDITOR DAVID BURNETT

ultimate cool style. Marching and dressing to her own beat, she is the leader of the pack.

Asymmetric Sleeveless Top with side tie: Narciso Rodriguez High Waisted Houndstooth wide leg pant: Victoria Beckham Bucket Hat: Burberry Socks: Paul Stuart Black Patent Mary Jane: Pierre Hardy

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This page: Multi-colored Sweater: Balenciaga Black Patent Belt: Celine Silk Scarf: Vintage Lanvin Burgundy Velvet Pants: Jean Paul Gaultier Opposite page: Printed Shirt Dress with ties: Mary Katrantzou Polka Dot Ankle Socks: Falke Black Patent Mary Jane: Pierre Hardy

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Contributing Editor: Sandra Ranke @sandraranke.com Photographer: Heidi Niemala @heidiniemala.com Fashion Editor: David Burnett @davidburnettnyc.com Model: Baylee Shearer @kimalley.com Hair: Jacqui Davis @pratpartners.com Makeup: Lori Pressman @theartistagency.com Special thanks to Linda Vegher on production and locations, Horse Country Saddlery, Barry Soorenko, and Patricia Black and her wonderful team at Albright Fashion Library. Shot on location in The Plains, Va.

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FEEL-GOOD FASHION EQUESTRIAN FASHION BRANDS ARE LAUNCHING ELEGANT AND VIBRANT COLLECTIONS ROOTED IN ECO-CONSCIOUS INNOVATIONS.

HE WELCOME ARRIVAL OF SPRING seems to hold a different significance this year—certainly more so than prior years when a pandemic didn’t have the world in its grip. Despite the challenges and obstacles presented over the last year,

an array of equestrian fashion brands has brazenly launched new collections in 2021. Dazzling jackets and breeches in bold, surprising colors

and glorious detailing beckon from shop windows, lookbooks, and websites. Our featured brands have a common thread woven through their new pieces. Evident

is their razor-sharp attention to aesthetics and flawless fits while keeping the collections lively with energized palettes of orange, plum, and aquamarine. Expect to find subtle silver piping, nuanced buttons, and feminine show shirts with cool mesh bibs. Without sacrificing function or a polished turnout, a growing number of equestrian apparel businesses are increasing their focus on eco-conscious design and manufacturing. Portions of the newly introduced collections—modern, impeccably tailored, and comfortable—are sourced utilizing environmentally friendly methods. The term sustainability is, at times, thrown about in myriad ways as a marketing gesture. However, there is an authentic shift within the fashion industry to prioritize economic and social issues through responsible textile production. You only have to look at Asmar’s commitment to a sustainable future across all aspects of their business to recognize the shifting business practice. Brands are aware that savvy customers pay close attention to how items are sourced and understand how their decisions impact the environment. Adopting more efficient and eco-friendly methods, and designing apparel with a longer life, is a welcome departure from the past’s fast-clothing model and will resonate with today’s buyers. Whether the pandemic has influenced or impacted this ongoing evolution is hard to pinpoint. What can be acknowledged this spring is that the reshuffling of business practices within the industry allows equestrians to feel not only polished and comfortable in the saddle but also able to enjoy their victories—large and small—in good conscience. 56 | EQ UE S T R I A N L I V IN G | MAY / J U N E | 2021

PATCHWORK EQUESTRIAN FABRIC BY SPOONFLOWER

Equiline’s Ride Into Green campaign, RÖnner Design’s Eco-fabric label initiative, and Noel

Equiline’s Chellec knee-grip breeches in seaport blue will give you that summer feeling. The new, ultra-lightweight Summer Schoeller stretch fabric will keep you comfortable as the temperatures rise. $365. The sleek silver buttons on the white Eulae show shirt (also available in silver sconce) complete the look. $190. MAY/JUNE | 202 1 | EQ L I V I NG .CO M | 5 7

A RI AT STA N D S B E H I N D T H EIR SLOGAN: ECO -FRIENDLIER O N E ST E P AT A T I ME .

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1. Ariat’s Coastal Waterproof jacket in navy is expertly engineered with an earth-friendly waterproof finish and sealed seams and zippers for ultimate protection. Shown with the Triton Grip fullseat breech ($179.95) and the Sunstopper ¼ zip baselayer. $54.95-$64.95. 2. The Hybrid insulated jacket by Ariat (shown in amaranth) merges peak performance and pristine style. It’s loaded with superior protection against the elements, including zoned insulation, a welded-quilt core, and stretch fleece where it matters most. $94.95. Shown with Ascent tall boots ($349.95) and EOS Moto tight. $109.95. 3. Crafted in Italy from the best-in-class makers of equestrian clothing, the women’s Speranza show coat is poised for competition. It features premium 360-degree stretch fabric, a beautifully tailored European fit, and elegant minimalist details. $449.95. Shown with the Speranza KP breech ($299.95), Divino tall boot ($525), and Airway show shirt. $64.95. 4. Cavalleria Toscana’s sweater in high-quality, soft, warm wool with seed stitching keeps you cozy on chilly days. The turtleneck collar boasts an embroidered black logo on the sleeve. $215. 5. Cavalleria Toscana’s polo is made of breathable jersey and fleece with UV protection. The polo features a fleece insert on the back and a white collar with zip closure. $215. 6. The long-sleeved competition shirt with a perforated net insert on the sleeves and shoulders by Cavalleria Toscana is constructed of technical, four-way stretch jersey combining elegance and functionality. $260.

CAVA L L E RI A TOSCA N A’ S R E VOLU T I ON LI N E E ME RG E S FROM A SU STA I N A B L E P ROD U C T I O N CYCL E .

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NOEL ASM AR’ S 2021 COLLECTION INCLUDES RECYCLED OR SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS IN NEARLY HALF OF ITS ITEMS.

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TWO B I T S E Q U E ST R I A N WA S A N E A RLY PIONEER IN BRINGING S O C I A L LY C O NSCI OU S FA SH I ON TO THE FORE .

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1. Equestrian fashion just got better with Noel Asmar’s Stella jacket. Trust this versatile piece to empower you whether in the ring, hiking, or running errands. Layer it with its sister style, the Beau vest, for a fashion-forward look. $188. 2. Noel Asmar’s limited edition Wool Blanket, created for those who love to lounge or dress up their space, is an ultra-soft companion. $148. 3. The sustainable Logo Tee by Noel Asmar in an innovative moisturewicking, odor-resistant, and anti-pilling fabric, offers UPF 50 sun protection, rendering it perfect for any outdoor activity. $88. 4 Noel Asmar’s Katherine show shirt (in petit four) with feminine pintuck detailing and mesh in key places is the piece you’ll choose for both clinics and shows. Features a magnetic collar closure and front zipper. $168. 5. Paired with jeans or breeches, Two Bits Equestrian’s organic Stretchy Cotton Tee is a timeless staple. Finished in back with a small signature embroidered logo. $95. 6. The head-turning, Lightweight Trench in linen and Tencel by Two Bits Equestrian is perfect for year-round wear. Ethically and sustainably sourced. $395. Shown with the Core Collection’s new mockneck UPF 50 protection sun-shirt made with recycled materials. $130. 7. Lauracea’s Convertible Backpack Tote (shown in caramel/navy) combines beauty and functionality to provide two styles in one. As a backpack, the roomy interior is perfect for carrying all of your riding essentials and ideal for hands-free style and function. $1,375.

E Q U IL I N E ’ S FOU N DE R I N I T IATED THE “ RIDE INTO GREEN ” P HI LOSOPH Y T H AT G U I D E S THE BRAND’ S CHOICES .

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1. Equiline’s Emileye long sleeved show shirt in stunning pastel blue features a popeline collar, cuffs, and plastron. The silver-button details put the finishing touches on the show shirt, perfect for any ring. Also available in all white. $230. 2. The Eppie show coat in frost gray by Equiline is a striking spring coat designed with x-cool fabric and a beautifully tailored fit. Gray piping details, a flattering waist pocket, and four EQ silver buttons complement the headturning color. $875. 3. With details such as black and silver Lurex piping along the collar and across the back martingale, Equiline’s x-cool performance fabric and the delicious plum color make the GwentyG show coat a standout. $875. Pair with Equiline’s Camirac long sleeved show shirt to complete the look. $185. 4. Rönner’s midi Eclipse dress in the iconic Harmony print takes equestrian style to another level. The soft, asymmetrical ruffles at the hem, flattering neck, and matching belt make this ideal for special events. $920. 5. The stylish and easy-to-pair Margot Floral Jacquard sweater in Tuscan yellow by Rönner is full of charm and femininity. The soft blend of Tangüis cotton and baby alpaca is perfect for a chilly evening. $189. 6. Rönner’s Cloe Floral Jacquard open jacket in cobalt, with ruffled sleeves in a vibrant pattern of horses and florals, is an ideal layering piece. Made of Peruvian Tangüis cotton and baby alpaca. $249. Shown with the velvet Mimosa Love slippers in red/navy combination. $329.

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1,4. The Canberra, Vestrum’s unlined women’s competition jacket (in orange), is a high-end classic choice. The strong yet soft bi-stretch knitted fabric promotes freedom of movement for every body shape, making it perfect for competitions. The jacket is finished in contrast Alcantara details, flap pockets, internal zip closure, and a laser logo on the shoulder. $795. Shown with the white Setubal short-sleeved show shirt. $195. 2. Vestrum’s Valencia show coat in blue navy is their new, unlined women’s competition jacket made with light perforated fabric suited for high temperatures. Double fastening on the front, hidden zip, and three buttons with Vestrum logo ensure closure. Includes a Vestrum logo on the sleeve and rear vents to maximize movement. $869. Shown with the Vaasa short-sleeved show shirt in white. $229. 3. Equestrian stirrups, buckles, and colorful bands intercross to draw a horse on Vestrum’s Gallipoli long-sleeved shirt. Gently shaped, it’s made of high-quality cotton to ensure comfort in and out of the stable. $195. 4. A close detailed look at Vestrum’s orange Canberra show coat. $795. (See 1. for full coat details.) 5. The Alicante raincoat in coated nylon with taped zippers and seams for complete water-proofing has many feminine details. The hoodie, nipped under the chest, has a flattering back vent to provide protection in and out of the saddle. $665. Shown with the Diamante show shirt in turquoise ($195) and beige midrise, V-grip Syracuse breeches. $359. PAGE 97

Luxury and Lusitanos in Spain. BY JACQUELINE McKEON

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arrived at La Donaira, a luxury eco-retreat in southern Spain, on a sun-drenched day in late February after traveling through charming pueblos blancos and verdant farmland dotted with ancient castles. This magical hotel, organic farm, and equestrian center is located less than two hours from Sevilla in the Serranía de Ronda, an area of outstanding natural beauty famed for its biodiversity. The main house, which is more than 100 years old, features seven bedrooms along with two luxury yurts. In 2006, it underwent a historically sensitive renovation that kept intact many of the property’s original features, including wood beams, local stone, and large fireplaces. Modern amenities include luxurious bathrooms, comfortable bedding, and 66 | EQ UE S T R I A N L I V IN G | MAY / J U N E | 2021

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expansive glass windows that perfectly frame the surrounding landscape. Every detail feels carefully considered, from the antique tables stacked with interesting books to the vases overflowing with informally arranged flowers. There are no room keys, and guests are encouraged to make themselves at home with plenty of bicycles, sunscreen, sun hats, and boots to explore the ruggedly beautiful property. Lusitano horses play an integral role in La Donaira’s story. The property’s 1,700 acres are home to more than 70 Lusitanos, including 30 breeding mares. Natural horsemanship is the hallmark of La Donaira’s equestrian program, which focuses on developing horses to compete at the highest levels of dressage. As a horse lover, I was eager to learn more about natural

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horsemanship and participated in a session with a trainer and a 5-year-old Lusitano gelding named Lentisco. The instructor described this style of training as a conversation with the horse and how body language and energy are vital in forming a connection. It was fascinating to watch as Lentisco responded to the trainer—stopping, backing up, changing direction—all through the use of subtle cues. It was even more surprising and rewarding when this sweet young horse worked so willingly with me, an untrained newcomer.

n addition to its equestrian options, the farm offers numerous activities for more active guests, including yoga, pilates, cycling, and hikes, both on the property as well as to the surrounding villages. The hike we took was moderate and featured a clearly marked trail that passed through wildflower meadows and under ancient oak trees before reaching a peak with stunning panoramic views of the Serranía de Ronda. La Donaira also offers a full wellness menu along with state-of-the-art spa facilities. There is an outdoor springfed pool with a soothing waterfall, as well as an indoor infinity pool and log-heated sauna. There are star-gazing lessons and meditation sessions, including a unique meditation with the farm’s bees in a specially designed bee bed. I opted for a relaxing massage, and by the time I emerged, I felt like I had been transported to another world. Glowing rays from the setting sun tumbled down the jagged mountains, and all that I could hear was the rhythmic ringing of the farm goats’ bells. The food at La Donaira is just as curated and inventive as the rest of the experience. Most of the ingredients are sourced directly from the farm with a focus on what is in season and guests are encouraged to take an educational farm tour to appreciate how the food is produced at La Donaira. The land is farmed organically, and, in addition to providing pasture for the Lusitano horses, also supports goats, sheep, hens, and

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Pajuna cattle, an endangered breed of cattle native to the area. The farm also has olive trees and a private olive mill where the estate’s extra-virgin olive oil is bottled. In addition, there is a citrus grove and a small vineyard. A large vegetable garden provides organic fruits and vegetables for the kitchen, and there is also a medicinal garden with more than 200 types of plants known for their healing properties, including St. John’s wort, aloe, and absinthe. My notebook overflowed with ideas for my own garden after admiring a mature bay leaf tree, tasting a juicy golden berry, and inhaling the delicious fragrance of rose geranium. I came to discover, however, that not all of the food at La Donaira is sown and cultivated. During our farm tour, we came across local villagers foraging for wild asparagus, which was featured on the menu that evening and stood out as one of my favorite dishes during my stay.

he talented chefs of La Donaira prepare three delicious meals each day, which are taken communally under the wisteria-covered pergola or inside in the impressive chef’s kitchen. In addition to the foraged wild asparagus, the highlights included paella, almond ice cream, and, as it was citrus season during my stay, a Seville orange jam that I spread atop freshly baked bread for breakfast each morning. There is always the option to eat alone if you prefer more privacy, but part of the charm of La Donaira is being able to meet and spend time with the other guests. We enjoyed the company of a family from Paris, as well as two families from Marbella. One of our fellow guests was a hospitality industry executive, and he spoke one evening about how La Donaira is one of the most unique hotels he had ever experienced. When someone described it as a boutique hotel, he shook his head. “No, this is special. This feels like a home.” CONTACT INFO | PAGE 97

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Masterful Matz BY EMILY HOLOWCZAK PHOTO: ALDEN CORRIGAN

At home with D.D. and MICHAEL MATZ

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S THE ONLY show-jumping medalist to train a Kentucky Derby winner, Michael Matz’s talent with horses has reached far and wide. After competing at three Olympic games in 1976, 1992, and a silver-medal-winning performance in 1996, where he carried the flag for the U.S. team, Michael shifted gears to lend his training skills to a whole new genre: horseracing. Michael discovered horses at the age of 16 when he worked cutting grass for his neighbors, an older couple. The man had a horse and was going away for a weekend, so he asked Michael if he could exercise his horse. “As a 16-year-old boy, he said, ‘of course I can!’ He had no idea what he was doing. As you can imagine, the horse ends up flat out galloping back to the barn,” Michael’s wife D.D., whom he met through the horse industry, chuckles, “practically Continued on page 74

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Charlotte and her mount, Vitalis, share a laugh. Her shirt, from Kastel’s Charlotte collection, has mesh inner sleeves for comfort and offers protection from the sun.

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JAMES PARKER

I get about 6,000 racehorses a year. One in my barn is a $975,000 yearling from Keeneland that was being sold for slaughter.

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dumping him in the manure pit or something!” After that, Dorothy “D.D.” and her family were widely known Michael was hooked and decided that he was going to learn to throughout the racing industry for years. Her grandfather was ride. The neighbor bought a few more horses, and Michael taught Robert Kleberg, founder of the famed King Ranch, which them to jump over repurposed telephone stretches over 825,000 acres. The fampoles. Michael eventually started showily produced 1946 Triple Crown winner ing locally, and, after graduation from Assault, as well as Middleground, winner D.D.’s grandfather was the founder of high school, he went to work for Bernie of the Kentucky Derby and the Belmont the famed King Ranch and produced Traurig at Bloodstock Farm in New Hope, Stakes in 1950. D.D. grew up riding 1946 Triple Crown winner Assault, as Pennsylvania. Starting out feeding and and made a name for herself in the show well as Middleground, winner of the grooming, Michael increasingly proved his jumping ring as an amateur. She won her Kentucky Derby and Belmont in 1950. worth, and Traurig gave him a few horses first grand prix in Wellington in 1991 to ride with instruction. As a young rider, and trained with Michael for many years. Michael began to climb up the showShe and Michael competed together jumping ranks, both nationally and internationally. on several teams, including winning the Aga Khan Cup in Matz continued to take the jumping world by storm for many Dublin and a team bronze at the Pan Am Games in 1995 in years, garnering accolades near and far. Most notably, he won Buenos Aires. several gold medals at the Pan American Games, clinching top When Michael decided to take a shot at horseracing, his honors in 1975, 1979, 1983, and 1995. Additionally, he was a skills adapted seamlessly to the track. May 6, 2006, saw rookie member of the gold-medal-winning 1986 World Championship racehorse trainer Michael enter the 132nd running of the team and won the individual gold medal at the 1981 FEI World Kentucky Derby with the legendary horse Barbaro, owned Cup Finals. Michael was inducted into the Show Jumping Hall of by Gretchen and Joy Jackson. The Jacksons chose Matz to Fame in 2006 following his retirement from the show ring. That train Barbaro out of convenience, as he lived close to the farm, same year, Matz would make a splash on the racing scene. and he had trained several other stakes winners for them.

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Clockwise from upper right : Michael on Rhum IV at the Atlanta Olympics; with Barbaro; Alex Matz on Cashew CR, his grand prix mount that he brought up through the ranks; Lucy Matz on Bailey VI, on whom she won the Junior North American Young Rider Championship in 2016; Barbaro winning the 132nd Kentucky Derby.

Unbeknownst to the world, Matz and Barbaro would prove his own life. In an interview with the Sioux City Journal 25 years to be an awe-inspiring team. Barbaro shocked the world by after the crash, Michael stated that “the key to survival is movwinning the Derby by seven lengths. Then, in a heartbreaking forward.” This viewpoint has aided him in working through ing twist of fate, Barbaro broke his leg many of the highs and lows of life, includin the second leg of the Triple Crown, ing the sorrow of losing Barbaro. “I’ve got the Preakness Stakes. After months of to live the rest of my life. The same thing rehabilitation efforts, Barbaro’s quality with Barbaro. It was sad that it happened, Barbaro shocked the world of life declined quickly, and tragically, but what can we do now?” by winning the Kentucky Derby he was euthanized. However, Matz’s racToday, the horse gene has continued on by seven lengths. ing career was far from finished. A few through the next generation of the Matz years later, in 2012, Matz experienced a family. Each of Michael and D.D.’s four momentous comeback when he won the children rides either for pleasure or in comBelmont Stakes with Union Rags. petition. D.D. shares, “I like the kids to be Matz seems to be no stranger to extraordinary circumstances well rounded. They’ve all worked outside of horses; that is somein life; outside of riding, Michael is known as a hero. In 1989, thing I want them all to do. They have to get their education, years before his racing career took off, Matz and D.D. were and they have to work outside of horses a bit. Then if they want aboard United Airlines Flight 232, which crashed during an to come back to it, that’s great, but I want them to be able to emergency landing at the Sioux City airport. The flight origihave choices.” Meanwhile, D.D. does show horses, and Michael nated in Denver and was meant to land in Chicago, but the continues to train young racehorses. “He says he’s got some nice plane went down due to catastrophic failure in its tail-mounted two-year-olds in the pipeline,” D.D. reveals. “That’s always a engine. Michael, and his fiancée (now wife) D.D., were seated trainer’s hope—what’s coming around the corner.” If history is near three young siblings, and Michael helped save their lives. any indication, Michael will continue to make big strides. The Sloans’ living room in Wellington. Matz’s outlook on the crash gave him a unique perspective on

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THE DESIGN

GEORGE KAMPER

HE MATZ’S seven bedroom, 9,000 square-foot Wellington home was built from scratch by D.D. “I’d always liked the Bridle Path area of the Polo Club,” D.D. says. “It’s one of the few places in Wellington that is this private. It backs up to the 92-acre Big Blue Forest preserve, and that was something I really wanted.” The design of the house and its interior was a collaboration between her and Douglas “Dougie” Mutch (below) of Gracie Street Interior Design of West Palm Beach. “I met Dougie as a junior rider when I lived in Virginia,” D.D.

notes. “I interviewed a few people for this house project, and I knew Dougie was decorating houses. Then I saw some of her work, and we decided to work together. We just had so much fun. This house is unique because I think it is very telling of the things that I love and our family’s lifestyle and personalities. Dougie was extraordinary at pulling all of that together.” Dougie admits, “This was probably the most in-depth project I’ve ever done. We worked with the architect, Randall Dubois, and the builder long before ground was broken.” “As we were building the house, Dougie and I traveled together choosing tiles, selecting fabrics, hardware, stone, furniture, and everything the new house needed,” D.D. adds. “People would tell me how hard it is to build down here, but this was like a dream project. The whole thing came together seamlessly.” “D.D. was so much fun,” Dougie laughs, “She wanted to see and touch everything. We must have had 300 fabric samples brought in. She has an incredible sense of style and color.” Many of the walls are painted murals of Florida wildlife created by a local artist. “There are birds, snakes, alligators, and virtually every creature found in Florida,” D.D. says. “I wanted my children to see the wildlife that used to be here before there was so much development. I remember going out for hacks on horses, and you’d see so much wildlife.” When asked how much Michael got involved in the design, D.D. laughs, “As long as he has a comfortable place to come home, sit down, and put his feet up on a table—if he has that, he’s happy. Relaxation for him used to be to read the racing form, and now he reads everything on his

iPad. He leaves all the rest of the design to me; those are his only requirements. He has faith in my tastes, I guess.” CONTACT INFO | PAGE 97

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THE ENIGMATIC HORSES OF

SILVIO MARAINI AN INTERVIEW WITH THE ARTIST BY JILL NOVOTNY

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How did you come to be an artist? Can you describe your personal history with photography?

Silvio Maraini was born in 1970. He studied geophysics at ETH in Zurich, Switzerland. In addition to his work as an art photographer, he works as a project leader in the field of ecology. His photographs are in numerous private and public collections, including that of

My earliest memory of photography is from childhood. There was a lab course in my town where you learned to develop photos yourself. This idea of making a photographic print with my own hands in the lab fascinated me. Unfortunately, I was too young to participate, but later I set up my own lab in my grandparents’ house and photographed landscapes with an 8- by 10-inch large-format camera. That time in the lab was very important for my development as a photographer. You learn to develop a visual language in the lab with relatively few manual possibilities, and you learn how to process a raw negative into an impressive and meaningful image. Soon, I was showing my work internationally in galleries and at conventions. In addition to my regular gallery exhibitions, I have published three illustrated books so far. Stars, the latest book, was published in early 2020.

F. Hoffmann-La Roche AG, Basel, the EAWAG (Swiss Federal Institute of Aquatic Science and Technology), and IWB (Industrielle Werke Basel). His images are regularly shown in art galleries and at art fairs. He has published several books. Together with his wife and five horses, he lives in eastern Switzerland.

Are you an equestrian, or have you had other experiences with horses before this project?

My wife introduced me to horses and riding more than 20 years ago. For almost 10 years, we have lived on our own farm together with our three horses and two boarding horses. The daily work with and around the horses has certainly helped me to enter into a dialogue with the animals during the photographing. With the series, I wanted to bring together the world of art and the world of horses. Can you describe your process? Do you make discoveries as you shoot, or do you have a solid idea in mind before you begin?

To save the horses unnecessary stress and excitement, I always photograph them in their familiar surroundings. This can be the indoor arena where they train every day or even in their stall. In Italy, I photographed Istriceddu, a famous racehorse that won the Palio di Siena twice, 82 | EQ UE S T R I A N L I V IN G | MAY / J U N E | 2021

in front of the wall of a barn under huge old pine trees. In their usual environment, the horses are much calmer and more natural in expression. What I look for is the horse’s personal expression, its character. I always photograph the horse from the side first, standing them parallel to the covered background. The animals each react very differently to me, the camera, and the flash. Some are interested and look at me; others are afraid and need a few minutes to get used to the situation. Often the first shots are the best, as the excitement builds up some tension in their bodies, which then dissipates once they get used to the situation. And then there are those gifts that you have to accept when they are offered to you. For example, with Dominator Z, a very dark horse with a snow-white fetlock on his right foreleg, he rubbed his nose on this front leg once during the shoot and continued to watch me. The white fetlock and eye stand out beautifully against the rest of his body in the picture. You can’t plan something like that; it happens or doesn’t happen. What did you intend to convey with the simplicity of the backdrops?

I photograph dark horses against a black background, light horses against a white background. In addition, the dark horses are minimally exposed, while the light ones are heavily flashed. In this way, I achieve that both merge with the background to a certain degree. The viewer should take the necessary time to work out the contours of the picture. The monochrome background removes the horse from its everyday context. It does not correspond to our expectation in the first moment, and we look closer. In addition, the eye is led to the important details in the picture and can concentrate on the essentials. For the same reasons, I did not use halters and bridles. Stars was planned from the beginning as a series of pictures. With the black or white backgrounds, I achieve a constancy

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and a stability in the series, even if the horses differ strongly in their physical expression. How did you select each of your equine subjects? What did they each bring to your work?

I have deliberately photographed very different horses. They are different, on the one hand, in shape and form, and on the other hand, in the way we humans see them. This series is also about people and our relationship to the animals. We often look admiringly at the athletic sport horses, how they seem to effortlessly perform. And we sometimes smile at the small, good-natured ponies as simple leisure horses. I wanted to have all shades represented in this work, and I wanted to show that the personality of the horse does not depend on manmade ideals. I absolutely wanted to have Totilas in the series, as probably the most 84 | EQ UE S T R I A N L I V IN G | MAY / J U N E | 2021

Ratina Delta Z, Zangersheide, mare

famous horse ever. Since humans play an important role in this series as breeders, trainers, and keepers of the horses, I also wanted to show these extremes. In addition, I wanted to photograph a wide range of physically different horses, from the American miniature horse to the Shire; all different types of horses are represented, each of which man has bred for his needs. How does your Stars series relate to your other work? Did it evolve from another project or carry on themes you had previously explored?

My main concern is to show the viewer something he has never seen before. More than 10 years ago, I photographed the formation of the Gotthard Base Tunnel in Switzerland, the longest railroad tunnel in the world, more than 2000 meters below the earth’s surface, with a medium-format panoramic camera. With

this, I tried to emphasize the lateral vastness of this long narrow tube and to highlight the oppressive weight of the massif above. For the series Underwater Cathedrals, I photographed in more than 50 drinking water reservoirs in Switzerland. Normally these huge tanks are filled with water, but for the photographs, they were emptied. This resulted in images that few people have ever seen before. For the series Stars, I photographed not only leisure horses but also world-famous sport and show horses. I wanted people to remember these horses not only dressed in saddles, bridles, and sweat blankets but also as natural, individual personalities. In that respect, this work is again a new take on a familiar subject. In addition, the aesthetics of my pictures are important to me. I want to create beautiful images, behind which there is more than meets the eye. CONTACT INFO | PAGE 97

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ommarbeth is an impeccable family estate in the heart of the countryside within reach of the nation’s capital. This beautiful farm encompasses an exceptional manor house, guest cottage, five-stall barn, riding arena, fenced paddocks and machine shed. Defined gardens, mature hardwoods, three ponds and gorgeous river frontage spill over 204 rolling acres with a mix of pastures and woodlands. All within a 90-minute drive or less from Washington D.C. and in all directions, horse country unfurls. Polo fields, fox hunting territory, race tracks, training centers, cross-country courses, indoor arenas, and the sought after great ride-out abound. The region is unmatched and inspiring with mile after mile of fields filled with ponies and tall warmbloods or Thoroughbreds off the track learning new sports. Arrive down the long private drive though the tree canopy to reveal a classic Virginia Manor home, surrounded by boxwood, vistas, and groomed pasture. Completed in 2011, a balanced and thoughtful 3,300-square-foot manor home embodies Greek Revival inspired country design. HIGHLIGHTS 9 foot ceiling heights on main and upper levels • Master bedroom with closet and clothes storage built-ins and laundry, a private balcony off the master • Paneled library of poplar wood • Breezeway and mudroom with herringbone brick floors and french doors, custom cabinetry, standing-seam metal roof, copper gutters • Geothermal system for sustainable energy. KITCHEN Wolf dual-fuel range with 6 burners and 2 ovens, Sub-zero fridge with freezer below, 2-drawer refrigerator, 2 dishwashers, microwave in island. Ocean Floor Limestone counters subtly featuring embedded shells. Oil-rubbed bronze hardware. Stainless steel island counter top (3’3” x 8’3”) island base is sugar maple with a gray stain • Locally sourced reclaimed beams accent the kitchen, family room and breezeway, and oak floors.

UPLAND COTTAGE The 1100-square-foot 2 bedroom and 2 bath with reclaimed oak floors and wood paneled walls. Native stone for the fireplace and chimney were sourced on the property, as was the walnut mantel. Virginia soapstone kitchen counters. Exterior porches and steps are cedar. THE BARN AND ARENA 5-stall center-aisle barn, large tack room with WC and heat/AC unit, feed room with built-in zinc-lined feed storage bins, cabinets for supplies, and full-sized under-counter washer and dryer. • Lightening rod • Loft above open to stalls for hay drop • Exterior overhang on north side for weather protection • Automatic water in stalls • 4 paddocks with 4 12’ x 24’ run-in sheds with lightening rods • 5,300 linear feet of sturdy 3-board oak fencing, repainted October 2020 • Blue-stone walkways to paddocks and riding arena and easy trailer turn around • 100’ x 200’ Dressage ring with sandrubber footing • Cross-country jump field, beginner novice-training level jumps, ditches, and a bank complex. THE WOODLANDS, RIVER, AND PONDS Criss crossed with wide trails that traverse Shootz Hollow lead to approx. 1600 feet of Rappahannock River frontage • 3 large stocked ponds that accent the property; one has an island. Sommarbeth is magical with four seasons of endless beauty, sport, and inspiration, and comfortably elevated country living about 90 minutes to DC. Uncluttered, rich, classic, light filled and beautiful at every turn. Offered at: $3,695,000

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the ground asking in the same way the horse is accustomed. Although there is someone on his back, he will still anticipate the rein-back. The horse will probably be pleased with himself for learning this new skill, so each time you halt under saddle, he might anticipate and do it when you don’t ask for it. He might even step back after the initial halt in your dressage test. In this case, anticipation appears to work against you. You need to be a good sport about this because even though it will cost you a few points, the horse’s intention was wonderful. He was anticipating what you wanted and expected you to be pleased. Whereas you don’t praise him for this effort, expressing displeasure would be a big mistake. Your horse quietly and patiently needs to become more cultured about rein-back and learn that he only gets praised when you ask for it. So quietly correct him by asking him to step forward when he has done a reinback by mistake. In so doing, you’ve reestablished yourself as the trustworthy leader. First your horse learns how to do a rein-back, and then he learns when to do it, that is, only when you give him the aids for it. The same is true with counter-canter and flying changes. The horse learns to do a flying change, and then will probably anticipate you asking for it again and be eager to repeat the change because he knows how thrilled you were when he did it last time, and he’s proud of his new skill. But your aids are very specific, and you must teach him to listen to the counter-canter aids and not do a flying change. As he becomes more experienced, he’ll learn to discern between the two combinations of aids and know that you sometimes want him to do counter-canter instead of a flying change. Imagine how confused he would be if you were to punish him for doing a change when you wanted counter-canter. 90 | EQ UE S T R I A N L I V IN G | MAY / J U N E | 2021

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It takes time for the horse to learn the difference between flying-change and countercanter aids. He learns by quiet repetition with clear aids, reward, association and persistent consistency. He doesn’t figure it out; he has no powers of reasoning. He only knows about the positive now. Horses anticipate as a result of repetition when they’re mentally on your team. Some people mistakenly avoid repetition because they don’t want to “drill” their horses. However, horses need repetition because it’s how they learn. They need to come to the point where they think, Oh, I get it! THIS is what we’re working on today! So when does repetition become drilling? Either when the horse doesn’t understand the point, when he’s just getting tired of the same old thing, or when the exercise is becoming physically difficult. When your horse understands what you want, he usually enjoys the exercise because he is able to do it better and better. In this case, it’s not drilling. Horses enjoy repetition when it gives clarity to the lesson. Your horse’s first leg-yield might be very difficult. He may appear uncooperative, but when you think about it from his point of view, it’s a ridiculous request. Why in the world should he flex right and go sideways to the left when he could go straight and get a better view of his destination? It really makes little sense. After the third leg-yield, he has a clearer understanding of what you want, and you might leave it alone until tomorrow. After the fifth leg-yield, he might have become bored, tired, or cantankerous, and stopped learning. Reasonable repetition develops “culture” because the horse comes to understand the lesson mentally. Once horses “get it, ” they can improve their abilities, add power, and even show off a bit. CONTACT INFO | PAGE 97

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harlie Jacobs has spent nearly his entire life around horses. From short stirrup to grand prix, he has experienced success in every major aspect of the sport and is a member of one of riding’s most active equestrian families that hosted the highly revered Palm Beach Masters show at their Deeridge Farm in Wellington, Florida. He is CEO of Delaware North’s Boston Holdings, including the Boston Bruins hockey team. Dogs are an integral part of the Jacobs family. Charlie notes, “We grew up on a farm in upstate New York, just outside of Buffalo. We were six children, and each one of us had a dog growing up. I’ve had dogs my whole life, literally from childhood on—even through college.” The family has been long-time adopters of Danny and Ron’s Rescue (D&RR) dogs. “I think my sister, Katie, currently has five,” he laughs. “My brother, Lou, and his wife, Joan, have at least two, and their daughter has at least one. So, off the top of my head, I can add up pretty quickly to seven or eight, maybe more. D&RR dogs add up pretty quickly.” Charlie explains, “My three kids are in college now, but when they were in the pony years of their horseback riding careers, they would volunteer at the D&RR stand at WEF. “They got people to interact with the dogs. When you put a puppy in a kid’s hands, how do you say no? “When we were looking for a new dog, D&RR’s Kim Tudor was kind enough to handpick Berry for us. I know how many dogs come through their doors, but she’s always been a real advocate for us, knowing what our travel schedule and lifestyle is like.” Kim Tudor recalled introducing Berry

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to Charlie, “Charlie is most definitely a dog whisperer. When he called me about adopting and described the dog he was looking for, I knew right away that Berry, a small, scruffy, terrier mix, sounded like the perfect match. However, when Charlie came to meet Berry, she was the complete opposite of what I had described. She was absolutely petrified of him and turned into a barking, fearful, wild child, seemingly ready to take a bite out of Charlie. I thought, ‘Charlie must think I’m crazy for recommending this dog!’ But Charlie sat quietly and calmly and told Berry that they were going to get along just fine. He scooped her up, put her in his lap, and kept talking to her. She calmly cocked her head to listen to his voice.” Charlie laughs, “Yes, it was funny. She put up a big front and a lot of huff

and puff, saying, ‘I’m not taking any of this.’ And then, I got her up on my lap, and within four or five minutes, I had her upside down, rubbing her belly. She’s like, ‘Okay, I got it.’ Then, she got in my car, put her head on the armrest between the seats, and just stared at me as we drove home.” Berry has her own Instagram page with hundreds of followers: @wolfberrycrunch. Says Charlie, “She’s quite a unique-looking dog. I tell my parents that she’s my fancy show dog. My mom and dad have poodles and all kinds of fancy dogs, and I think Berry is just as fancy, or more fancy, because of where she came from and her life’s journey. She’s growing fur in the strangest places, which I think is adorable. Not everybody is on the same page as I am, but I think she’s great. “Berry probably has more frequentflyer miles than most people. She’s been traveling back and forth to Wellington with me for several years. She’s been to Canada, Spruce Meadows, and the Bahamas,” he says. Charlie runs the Boston Bruins Foundation, which helps at-risk youth and many other diverse programs including the ASPCA in Massachusetts. It is affiliated with the Angel Memorial animal hospital. The Boston Bruins Foundation produces and sells a fundraising calendar, “Pups and Pucks,” that features Boston Bruins players with dogs that are up for adoption at Angel or their own dogs. The calendar is in its fifth year and has raised about $120,000 annually in sales totaling over $600,000 for the ASPCA. “This year, Berry is on the cover sitting next to our famous alumnus Bobby Orr’s statue in front of TD Garden,” Charlie proudly says. CONTACT INFO | PAGE 97

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