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CLUB L Striped Dress, Old [SIMILAR] | H&M Denim Jacket | ELAINE TURNER Colbie Leather Crossbody*ON SALE |  BED STU Ridgeline Boots, Old [SIMILAR BUT DARKER] | KENDRA SCOTT Skylar Earrings in Tiger’s Eye | GORJANA Mia Tiered Necklace, Chevron Pendant Necklace  | ESSIE Under Where? |  MAC Lipstick in Faux

Pull out your western boots and cowboy hats,  it’s Rodeo time in Houston!  Texas is often stereotyped as living in boots and cowboy hats and riding horses everywhere we go, and for a few weeks in March we completely live up to that stereotype!  Ok, we don’t ride horses to work, but if you are ever in Houston on Go Texan Day (aka the Friday before the rodeo starts) you will witness the trail ride coming in.  The trail ride is groups of people riding horses on the major freeways of Houston to gather in the center of the city for the Rodeo Parade Saturday morning.  Ever year I always think, today some out-of-towner is seeing this and thinking “they do ride horses to work”!  The Houston Rodeo lasts about 3 weeks and kicked off last Thursday with the Rodeo Cookoff.  The Rodeo portion includes a carnival, the traditional rodeo activities like barrel racing and bull riding,  concerts, livestock competitions and more!  The main purpose of the rodeo is to raise money for scholarships and agriculture research and development.  A huge portion of those who help with the rodeo are volunteers who work in various capacities throughout the year to ensure a successful event every year. Over 2 million people visit the Houston Rodeo every year!  It is really a fun event with truely something for everyone.  I could seriously write a novel about the event and how awesome it is, but I will spare you and refer you to the Houston Rodeo website to learn more!

I am sharing a look super similar to one I wore to the Houston Rodeo last year for the Rodeo Cookoff.  The cookoff is a huge BBQ competition with over 250 teams competing for title of World’s Best BBQ!  It is often considered the pre-party to the Rodeo.  Most years the weather is cold, but last year I went on a warmer day and was able to wear this striped dress from Asos.   I paired it with a denim jacket since it was a little cool and because you have to have something denim on for the rodeo.  I also usually wear a crossbody bag to the Rodeo and especially for the cookoff.   The team tents are usually crowded with not too many places to sit, so having free hands to hold a drink and a plate full of BBQ is a must!  I also never wear heels to the rodeo.  Cowboy boots are not required, I usually wear riding boots.  In fact, last year was the first time I wore cowboy boots.  Mostly you wear shoes you don’t mind getting dirty.  Hay, dirt and mud are everywhere, even on the indoor venues.  Your shoes will definitely leave with a little dirt and if you were at cookoff possibly a spilled drink.  The event is also huge, so you will be doing tons of walking.  Another reason for comfortable boots!  Check back Wednesday when I will be sharing another Rodeo look with you!  Happy Rodeo Houston!

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