COWGIRL Editorial

Whether traditional styles aren’t your thing or you’re looking to add your own personal style to your nuptials, these bold, alternative wedding dresses are perfect for the adventurous bride-to-be. DARING: Featuring the Tara Lauren “Wild Reverie” line; photographer: Mathilde Bresson, venue: The Resort at Paws Up, model: Elizabeth Wood, hair + makeup: Julie Stoddard. If...

Casey Curtis handcrafts each of her one-of-a-kind leather accessories for hats, horses, and women. As a Montana cowgirl, fashion designer, and leather artist, she creates durable and timeless fashion items from beautiful rustic leather that are unique and individual.  Photographer: Kalee Taylor Photography, leatherwork: Casey Curtis Designs, hair + makeup: Katie Angell, jackets and shirts:...

Desiree Gustafson grew up on a Colorado alpaca farm with a passion or dance.  As a ballet dancer from the age of 2 years old through college, she learned a lot of lessons, and says, “Dance taught me discipline, patience, and a personal drive.  No one hands you what you want, you have to work hard...

In June 1911, high-spirited Goldie St. Clair, Champion Lady Bucking Horse Rider of the World, rode with several other cowgirls in the Scranton, Pennsylvania, street parade to the rodeo grounds where the 101 Ranch Wild West Show was going to perform.  A year prior, Goldie had captured the bronco riding title at the Frontier Days...

Erin Bradshaw Weiss wears a lot of hats.  Some cowgirl, some reality TV star, and most recently the crown of a mom-to-be. The 32-year-old horsewoman, television performer, and family gal leads a busy life with a resounding focus on her first love…horses.  Erin is the celebrity daughter of football great Terry Bradshaw who not only shares...

PHOTOGRAPHY BY LGV Creative FEATURED PHOTO: There is a hierarchy of mass to this home, which is designed to focus on the scenic mountain views from every room in the house.  Even we wouldn’t mind doing dishes in this sink, which features a clear view of the most popular peaks in the area.  The wildly...

We’ve got our eyes on updos for this summer season! Spice up the basic ponytail (or in this case, pigtails) for some pull through braids. This easy-to-do look can be completed in just a few simple steps: Prep your hair by curling and adding texture spray for extra volume and thickness. STEP 1: Section your...

Photographed by Ken Amorosano Styled by Jenna Link Hair & Makeup Julie Koeth Production Assistant Carly Billington FEATURED PHOTO: Gold Buckle Wild Rag, Whipin Wild Rags, $37, whipinwildrags.com; Lovely Day Top, Miss Me, $38.85, missme.com; Your Hubby’s Cargo Pants, Rodeo Quincy, $85, rodeoquincy.com; Rosie Leather Boot, Dingo, $129.95, dingo1969.com; Earrings, Necklace, The Boho Bracelets Set, available Summer...