I have not purchased a pair of breeches other than KMA's since I put on my first pair back in the late fall of 2021. I remember when I first met Kelly, the owner of KMA Equestrian, when she came to our barn to promote these breeches she was designing. When I took a pair to try on, I noticed immediately how the material felt of such a higher quality compared to other breeches I was used to wearing at the time. I slipped them on and looked in the mirror and thought, WOW. I couldn't believe how good they looked. Beyond that, I couldn't believe how great they felt. I was hooked.
It was one of those right place, right time situations. I was looking to work on my social media skills and to maybe grab some product or brand ambassadorships, and Kelly was looking for someone to help promote her products. I started helping with social media posts, photography, and in-person marketing to all of the people at my barn at the time. I would say it worked - I visited my previous barn just a few weeks ago, and majority of the riders I saw were adorned in their favorite pair of KMA breeches. Now I am a proud ambassador for this incredible brand. It is a brand that I believe in wholeheartedly, and I was so excited at the opportunity to promote it to fellow equestrians! Read on for all of the reasons I love KMA, and at the end I will provide a discount code to those interested in checking out KMA for themselves :)
KMA breeches are absolute stand-out riding pants. I have never seen another product do the same thing that these do. The biggest draw to these breeches is that they are compression pants, so they stay in place all day and help fight muscle fatigue. For riders, I think both of those qualities are wildly important. For professionals and amateur riders alike, it is refreshing to not have to readjust your waistband every time you dismount. Compression materials have a lot of benefits, including greater long-term comfort, which again is something that benefits riders tremendously! Most breeches on the market are a mix between tights and regular cotton, which can be comfy at first, but wear down quickly over time. I can't tell you how many breeches I've had prior to KMA's that get saggy at the knees and around the butt even after just one ride - and that includes some of the most well-known high end breeches out there. I currently have KMA's that I first wore back in December of 2021 that still look good as new today, even after being worn and washed every week in between.
Another fantastic quality of KMA breeches is the level of grip in the silicone. Whether you are a knee patch or full seat fan, the silicone is so incredibly grippy that you will feel secure in that saddle all ride long. My favorite part of the full seats are that they are super grippy without leaving marks on my saddle, which some breeches unfortunately do. It's amazing to not worry about that!
Kelly has been working hard to provide riders with color options that are both fun and classic. Right now there is a wonderful selection that anyone would find exciting - from classic black and grey, to bright teal and plum tones, to breeches fit for the show ring in iconic tan and white colors - there is a perfect variety to choose from.
As an event rider, I am partial to my white breeches for showing. Those breeches are a miracle in and of themselves, in my opinion. I had the hardest time finding white breeches for competition that held up over time, provided the right grip and support to traverse dressage and cross country, were comfortable, and didn't stain within 5 minutes of wear. The KMA white competition breeches changed the game for me - they covered all of my needs!! Just the other day I was searching for my older pair to wear to a schooling show, and I literally couldn't tell the difference between the pair I've had for a few years now, and the pair I got over the summer. Both are still stain-free and good as new.
One other major highlight I can give to KMA breeches is their durability. I worked full time at a high level competition barn for a few months, and these breeches held up as well as I had thought they would. After a day of barn chores, riding several horses, cleaning tack, and throwing straw and hay, these breeches still looked just as they did when I put them on in the morning. They stay put around my waist, they keep me comfortable and feeling supported even after riding multiple horses and doing chores, and they fight off dirt and dust. The material makes it easy to wipe most things right off. I have yet to wear a hole in any of them!
Being a small business run by a woman who is also an equestrian, Kelly cares deeply about the quality of her products. She offers a full range of sizes, and the contrast stitching and detailed piping on the breeches is phenomenally flattering. I have always been a fan of dressing well to ride, and these breeches make me feel good and look great! KMA has breeches in colors and styles available for both the every day rider, the once a week lesson rider, and the competition rider. There are also options where the logo is on the calf instead of the thigh, if riders prefer a more subtle look. Along similar lines, if riders prefer no piping, KMA has a few new colors coming soon that have no piping riders can choose from. All breeches have a sleek sock bottom (none of the old school velcro!) that sits comfortably under socks and boots.
On top of the breeches, which I could seriously rave about for hours, KMA also has a line of fabulous belts! Polo belts have come soaring back into style, and KMA has a ton of great color combinations available at a much more affordable price than most polo belts on the market. The leather is soft and supple, making the belt comfortable for long-term wear. I have always had issues with leather belts being too tough and causing rubs on my hip bones, and these belts are the only ones to have pulled me out of my elastic-belt obsession. These are a lot more stylish, long-lasting, and durable!
I had the opportunity to support Kelly at the KMA Equestrian booth at Equine Affaire Massachusetts in 2022, and it was so affirming hearing the first-time buyers rave over how everything felt from the first time trying them on. Most people who have purchased one pair of breeches have tended to come back for a second or more - like I said before, I haven't even thought of buying any other brand of breeches since my first pair of KMA's. In case you couldn't tell from reading this, I am down-right obsessed. I am so incredibly thankful to be supported by KMA and have the opportunity to share my love of this brand with so many others!
KMA often has some amazing sales going on, so be sure to stay up-to-date and subscribe to the email list to be the first to know of great deals and new styles! There are new styles and colors dropping VERY soon - you don't want to miss out!! If you want to get a head start on your KMA collection, you can use my discount code, 'Kailyn15', at check out. If you are already a KMA fan, be sure to leave a review on the KMA website. Follow KMA Equestrian on Facebook and Instagram to make sure you never miss a sale or a new product launch. Support a woman-owned small business that has the highest quality equestrian products!
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