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waterproof tweed or drab garments, which are appropriate 

 and serviceable. Their designs are good, and the material 

 thoroughly to be relied upon. 



Well fitting, or in other words, tight gloves, of course, 

 look very well, but horsewomen must preserve free use of 

 their hands. Lightness of hand is an essential, but a certain 

 amount of physical strength cannot be dispensed with, and 

 a tight glove, even of the best quality of kid, means a 

 cramped contraction of the hand and fingers with conse- 

 quent loss of power. The material, so long as it be stout 

 enough, may be of real buck-skin, stout Suede, dog's-skin, 

 so called, or Cape. The best real buck-skin hunting, driving, 

 and walking-gloves, for either ladies or gentlemen, I have 

 ever come across, are those manufactured by T. P. Lee and 

 Co., 24, Duke Street, Bloomsbury. They are of first-class 

 soft material, well cut, hand-sewn with waxed brown thread, 

 and very durable ; in fact, everlasting, and most comfortable 

 wear. 



A neat, light hunting-crop, riding-cane, or whip without 

 a tassel^ are indispensable. 



The following is a comfortable and serviceable riding-dress 

 for long country rides, picnics, etc., recommended by a lady 

 who can boast of considerable experience in the saddle 

 both at home and in the colonies — one of a riding family. 

 " Habit — a short hunting-skirt, short enough to walk in with 

 comfort, with jacket {Norfolk^) of the same material, made 

 loose enough to admit of jersey being worn under it, if 

 required ; a wide leather belt for the waist, fastening with 

 a buckle. This belt will be found a great comfort and 

 support when on horseback for many hours. Hat of soft 

 felt, or melon-shaped hat. Pantaloons of chamois leather, 

 buttoning close to the ankles. Hussar or Wellington boots 

 made of Peel leather, with moderate-sized heels, tipped with 



