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Women's breeches
Women's breeches are riding trousers cut for the female figure: close-fitting, made from stretch fabric and fitted with a grip – a reinforcement on the inside of the leg that improves adhesion to the saddle. At Equishop you will find women's riding breeches from Pikeur, Samshield, Kingsland, Animo, Eskadron and our own Equishop Team line – with a full seat or knee patch, with fastenings or pull-on, for summer and insulated.
At a glance: Pikeur, Samshield, Kingsland, Animo, Eskadron and Equishop Team • full seat or knee patch – silicone, leather or faux leather • white, beige, brown, black, navy and grey • fastened models, pull-on models and riding leggings • summer fabrics, softshell and insulated models • numeric, letter (XXS–XL) and Italian (Animo) sizes • try-on at the Equishop store in Ruda Śląska
Full seat or knee patch – which women's breeches should you choose?
A full seat covers the seat and the entire inner thigh – it gives continuous contact with the saddle and the most grip when sitting deep in the saddle, which is why it is chosen mainly by dressage riders. A knee patch covers only the knee area, and the free thigh lets you move easily from sitting to a half seat – a popular choice for jumping and hacking. You will find these models in our full seat breeches and knee patch breeches categories.
The grip is most often silicone – in the form of a fine grip pattern, a brand logo pattern or the BalanceGRIP grip zones in Pikeur Athleisure models. A full leather seat features on Pikeur Candela II McCrown and Kingsland Kirstie K-TEC, while Pikeur Ceelina FFL SS26 have a seat made of stretch faux leather. Read more in our guide Grips in breeches – everything you should know.
Women's breeches at Equishop – brands and models
Pikeur
The German brand Pikeur offers the most models (see the Pikeur breeches category). Candela SD The Core, made from CottonPerformance fabric, have a silicone full seat with no knee seam, a high rise and a waistband with a triple fastening. The classic Candela Grip with a full seat and high rise come in many colours – from beige and toffee to green – and Candela Grip Jeans are a version made from stretch denim. For cold days there are Ceelina SD in thermal softshell with a fleece lining, and for hot weather – Elin SD Summer and Linnett SD Summer in lightweight airdynamic fabric.
Samshield
The French brand Samshield (see the Samshield breeches category) offers mainly full seat models. Diane have a mid rise and Italian fabric with an anti-pilling finish, while Diane in the full grip version feature a “second skin” fabric with UV protection. Clara are decorated with Swarovski crystals and pleats, ClaraNova stand out with an ultra-high back rise with a V-shaped cut, and Omega is an everyday model in quick-drying Italian fabric.
Kingsland
The Norwegian brand Kingsland makes most of its women's models from the technical fabric E-TEC (93% polyamide, 7% elastane). Kadi E-TEC have a silicone full seat, a high waistband and a two-button fastening, Kessi E-TEC – a knee patch and a regular-height waistband, while Katja W E-TEC full seat breeches pull on like leggings, although they are made from breeches fabric.
Animo
The Italian brand Animo offers models with a silicone full seat or knee patch: Noa Full with a full seat and silver in the fabric fibres, Noa Classic and Noodwill with a knee patch, and Nisotta with a full seat in Italian sizes from 34 to 52.
Eskadron and Equishop Team
The German brand Eskadron offers full seat breeches in breathable 4-way stretch fabric in its Classic Sports line – in white, navy and a khaki version. Equishop Team is our own line: white and beige full seat breeches with a fine grip and zip pockets, plus Nala Softshell – made from a fabric that lets air through and keeps the wind out.
Which colour of women's breeches should you choose?
White breeches are a classic part of competition attire – models for shows are in the women's white show breeches category, and you will find tips in the article What breeches to choose for competitions?. For everyday riding, beige breeches are more practical – for example Equishop Team, Kingsland Kessi and Kadi, Animo Noa Classic or Samshield Diane. Brown breeches come in coffee, toffee, light brown and chocolate shades (Pikeur Candela Grip and Candela II, Samshield Diane full grip, Animo Noa Full) as well as dark brown (Eskadron Heritage). Most models come in black and navy, and there are also grey, graphite and olive shades. Colour availability depends on the size – you can check it on the product page.
What should you look for when choosing women's breeches?
| Feature | What to look for |
|---|---|
| Grip | A full seat gives the most grip when sitting, a knee patch – more freedom in the half seat. The grip is most often silicone; in a few models it is leather or faux leather. |
| Rise | A high rise (Pikeur Candela SD, Kingsland Kadi) does not expose your back when you lean forward. Choose a mid rise (Samshield Diane, Omega) or a regular rise (Kingsland Kessi, Equishop Team) if a higher waistband bothers you. |
| Fastening | Classic breeches fasten with buttons or a zip. Pull-on models and riding leggings have no fastenings – they are held in place by a wide waistband. |
| Fabric and season | In summer – lightweight perforated fabrics (Pikeur Elin SD Summer); in winter – softshell or insulation with fleece or faux fur. |
| Leg ends | Elastic cuffs, Lycra or sock-style leg ends lie smoothly under the shafts of tall riding boots. |
How do you choose the right size of women's breeches?
- Check the size chart on the product page of the model – each brand has its own sizing. Choose your size based on your waist and hip measurements.
- Pikeur uses numeric sizes from 32 to 46 (some models up to 48), and many models are also available in sizes 68–96 – these are versions with a longer leg.
- Samshield comes in sizes 30 to 46, Kingsland 32 to 44 (the leggings-style Katinka F-TEC2 – XS to XL), Equishop Team 34 to 44, and Eskadron in letter sizes from XXS to XL.
- Animo uses Italian sizes: the difference is 6 sizes, so size 32 EU is 38 IT. You add the Italian size to your basket.
- Breeches should fit closely to the thigh without creases, which rub during longer rides. With fabrics that stretch in four directions (e.g. Kingsland E-TEC), if you are between sizes, the smaller one is usually the better choice.
- If you are short, also check children's breeches – e.g. Pikeur Ida Grip come in sizes 134 to 176.
- If you are not sure, try the breeches on at the Equishop store in Ruda Śląska (ul. Oświęcimska 9).
Complete your riding outfit
You will also find insulated models in the winter breeches category, models for men in the men's breeches category, and the full range in the riding breeches category. Breeches for girls and teenagers are among our products for children, and Hey Sport Tex Wash is useful for washing technical fabrics. Also take a look at our guides Riding breeches – a complete guide, What breeches are best for beginners? and Breeches or riding leggings?.
Frequently asked questions about women's breeches
What is the difference between full seat and knee patch breeches?
The extent of the grip. A full seat covers the seat and the entire inner thigh, so it gives the most grip when sitting deep in the saddle and works well in dressage. A knee patch covers only the knee area and leaves the thigh free, so the leg can change position more easily – a comfortable choice for jumping and riding in a half seat.
Which women's breeches should I choose for competitions?
For competitions, riders usually choose white breeches. White models include Samshield Clara and ClaraNova, Pikeur Candela SD and Laure SD, Kingsland Kessi and Equishop Team. Before you compete, check the dress requirements in the show schedule.
How do breeches differ from riding leggings?
Classic breeches are made from woven fabric and fasten with buttons or a zip, whereas riding leggings are made from stretch knit without fastenings and are held in place by a wide waistband. An in-between option is Kingsland Katja W E-TEC – they pull on like leggings but are made from breeches fabric.
How do I choose the right size of Animo breeches?
Animo uses Italian sizes, which differ from standard European sizes by 6 – size 32 EU corresponds to 38 IT. You add the Italian size to your basket, so check the size chart on the product page before you buy.
Which women's breeches are best for winter?
For cold days, choose insulated or softshell breeches. Pikeur Ceelina SD have a fleece lining, Samshield Tania Crystal – insulation on the inside, and Eskadron Cosy Dynamic leggings – a faux fur interior.
How should I wash breeches with a silicone grip?
Kingsland recommends washing breeches with a silicone grip at 30°C, without fabric softener and without tumble drying, because high temperatures damage the silicone adhesive. Wash them inside out, dry them flat and do not iron the grip. Also check the care label of the specific model.
Can I try breeches on before buying?
Yes. You can try on women's breeches at the Equishop store in Ruda Śląska (ul. Oświęcimska 9). You have 30 days to return online purchases, and we offer free delivery within Poland on orders over PLN 300.