Macho and grungy rancher guys in dirty denims contrast with the girly and the feminine- the demure frilled dress. Inspiration comes from the early cowboy and gunslinger movies. Whilst the rancher denims do not change the girls attire has a distinct 40's flavour.
©Little, D. (2007). Denim. 1st ed. Atglen, PA: Schiffer Pub. Ltd. ©Current, E., Elliott, M. and Walsh, H. (n.d.). A denim story. 1st ed.
Shorts, bib n brace with nipped waisted shirts accessorised with the ubiquitous cowboy hat and high boots. The rodeo was a venue where macho man was pursued by sexy cowgirl.
©Lhote, Gilles, and Christian Audigier. Jeans Des Héros. 1st ed. Paris: Editions Lincoln, 1992. Print. ©Current, E., Elliott, M. and Walsh, H. (n.d.). A denim story. 1st ed.
Girls versions of the Rodeo waistcoat combined with high waisted "Mom" jeans and original cowboy boots look as modern now as they appeared then. Revivals of both items look enviably fresh. These influences on the "NOW" can be viewed later in the Rock n Roll Rodeo segment.
©StellaMcCartney
Our favourite Stella uses these original inspirations to create a fresh take on the Rodeo Romance. Emphasis on the yoke and symmetrical decoration completed with the all important studding and rhinestone decoration.