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Rodeo Cookoff Outfit
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LUSH Karly Dress | H&M Denim Jacket | OAK TREE Cowboy Boots (SIMILAR) | ELAINE TURNER Kassidy Bag | KENDRA SCOTT c/o Rae Necklace | BAUBLEBAR Pave Links Bracelet, Cuban Links Cuff, Aretha Drop Earrings | GORJANA Pave Bar Necklace | RAYBAN Aviator Sunglasses | MAC Lipstick in Craving | ESSIE Nails in Master Plan
Okay, yes you have seen me post this dress a bunch over the past few months, but it is such a versatile dress!! I have worn it to work, church, baby showers, blogger events, and it is also perfect for the rodeo! Since I have shared a day and evening rodeo look, I figured I would share a what I would wear to the Rodeo Cookoff outfit. Okay, so if you have never been to or heard of the rodeo cookoff, the general idea is a bunch of giant tents with people trying to prepare the best barbecue (brisket, sausage, beans, etc). Throughout the cookoff, judges pick the best dishes and crown cookoff winners. Of course, there is also live bands, djs, dancing and drinking involved. It’s a huge party! It is also one of the first rodeo events, kind of a pregame or preparty to the actual rodeo.
I have mentioned before that you will leave smelling like smoked meat. It’s just part of the fun. 🙂 When picking an outfit, I look for items that are easy to wash or don’t absorb the smell. Both my dress and jacket are machine washable at home, so I can easily wash them a couple times myself. I find my leather boots don’t really hold the smoke smell, so any of my boots typically will work. You also do lots of walking and primarily all standing, so wear comfy shoes! I love my heels, but this is one night that I leave them at home. I find my cowboy boots to be really comfy, and a little spilled beer or dirt only makes them look more rustic. Most of the party/live music portion of cook-off happens at night, so you definitely want to incorporate a jacket into your outfit. I went with denim, because I think it makes the look feel a little more country. A denim jacket also give you the option to slightly roll up your sleeves if the weather is a little warmer. I added my fun party fringe earrings and long pendant necklace to add a little glam and sparkle to my look. My last outfit recommendation would be a cross-body bag! You will need your hands for plates of barbecue and drinks, so you don’t want to be holding a purse. Also, the event gets really crowded and a smaller purse makes maneuvering through crowds a little easier!
If you need more outfit inspiration for the rodeo, check out my posts here, here and here! If you are heading to the rodeo here in Houston, I’d love to hear what concerts you are heading too and what your favorite food, activity, or event at the rodeo is! Leave it in the comments below!
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Rodeo Outfit: Floral Blouses and Cowboy Boots
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HALOGEN Chambray Top | DANIEL RAINN Floral Tunic (SIMILAR) | DL1961 c/o Skinny Jeans | OAK TREE Cowboy Boots (SIMILAR) More Options at end of post! | SOLE SOCIETY Kianna Crossbody | LOREN HOPE Abba Earrings (same in different color) | GORJANA Mika Necklace, Taner Bar Necklace | BAUBLEBAR Pave Links Bracelet, Cuban Links Bracelet | RAYBAN Aviator Sunglasses | MAC Lipstick in Craving | JULEP Nails in Shari
Since last week I shared a evening rodeo outfit, this week I wanted to give you a outfit to wear during the day. Yep, I pulled out my cowboy boots for this one! I love boots that are a little more simple with the stitching being a neutral color. I also really like the worn in look of some cowboy boots. You know a “I totally did some farm work in these” look. 🙂 One of my favorite things about cowboy boots are the beautiful designs on the boot shaft. It adds such a great detail to the boot and makes each pair unique and different. Cowboy boots are pricey, easily starting around $150 and going up from there. If you are in the Houston area, some of the local western wear shops will start having sales on all things rodeo soon. It’s a great time to buy a pair of boots. I also created a little widget for you at the bottom of this post with more boots available online.
While comfy walking shoes are a must for a full day at the rodeo, light layers are also important. The rodeo hosts both indoor and outdoor events, so I like having a light jacket with me in case the indoor areas are cold. Plus, our rodeo weather sometimes is a little cool at night since it is in March. I love the idea of using a chambray shirt as more of a jacket in this look. During the day, you can easily tie the chambray top around your waist if this happens to be a warmer day. At night or if it’s a cool spring day, you can wear just like this. Using a chambray as more of a jacket, you will not have to tote a bulky jacket around all day. I have a floral tunic on underneath it. Florals and plaids always make me think western wear and rodeo. I also highly recommend a cross-body purse for the rodeo!! The place is crowded and a small bag makes it easier to maneuver through crowds, plus it frees your hands for drinks, food, and shopping!
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What I Wore: Houston Rodeo
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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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