High-Quality and Affordable? Yes, Please!

One of the things we take pride in is that our line encompasses all budgets and sizes. At the end of last year we focused all of our energy on creating over-the-top crystal-covered one-of-a-kind designs. While beautiful, we recognize these do not fit into everyone’s show budget. So now, to start out the year, we’re focusing on stocking classic, budget-friendly styles in a range of sizes. These new “cuff and collar” designs are each one-of-a-kind, ready to ship, and affordable, starting at $295.

Royal Copper All Day Jacket 1X & Green-Aqua AB-Blue All Day Jacket M/L
Each $295

What can you get for $295?

Shopping elsewhere you’ll find plenty of options in this price range…each one mass produced and of questionable quality. Or even worse, a knock-off of a legitimate designer’s work.

Here’s the Lisa Nelle difference: We make each and every one of our garments in our studio. Our garments are made in America and made by women, in a safe and ethical work environment with fair wages. We are not outsourcing our work. So what does this mean? It means we have the ability to take our time creating these pieces, which results in an extremely high attention to detail. It also means that each of us is working closely with the garment as it goes through each step of production, so we are intimately involved in the process and can catch and correct any oversights.

Golden Topaz All Day Jacket 1X/2X & Whiskey and Teal All Day Jacket 2X/3X 

                 Each $295

The other benefit of making our own garments is that everything you see available for purchase on our website is actually ready to ship. While we can’t exactly compete with Amazon, we do ship really fast, because we don’t want to keep you waiting for your dream jacket! When we finish a new style, it gets photographed in-studio and listed on our website pretty much immediately. We do everything ourselves which means we’re not dependent on anyone else’s schedules, and we can list new items year-round so there’s always something new available. Order something from us, and you’ll have it in your hands within a few days, not a few months.

I’ve touched on this topic before, but as a reminder, buying knock-offs is supporting thieves. Our industry is being flooded with poorly made copies, and the reason is that people are buying them. Most of us western show clothing designers are running very small businesses. If folks continue purchasing knock-offs there won’t be any designers left to steal from! To have your art stolen and shoddily reproduced is bad enough, but to know there’s a market eager and ready to put money in their pockets really adds insult to injury, especially when there are other affordable options available.

Iridescent All Day Jacket XS/S &  Golden Crystal All Day Jacket XS
Each $295

Smart shopping means getting the most for your money. For $295 you can shop elsewhere and get a mass-produced, low-quality garment, made who knows where. Or for $295 you can receive a beautiful, high quality, completely original one-of-a-kind Lisa Nelle jacket made with love.

As always, we’re forever grateful to our loyal customer base for your support of our work. We love making these designs for you and we do our very best to offer something for all of you. We look forward to working with you in 2020!

To browse many more affordable options, head on over to our shop: lisanelle.com

 

 

 

New One-of-a-Kind Styles!

Can you believe it’s already November? I sure can’t. It’s already time to turn back the clocks! You know what they say, time flies when you’re having fun, and boy have we been having fun around here lately!

You know my favorite thing in the world is making one-of-a-kind designs, and that’s what I’ve been focusing my creative energy on the past few weeks. Here are a few of my favorites:

Red, Black and Gray Horsemanship Shirt Size Large

Bright red domes, edgy hematite crystals and sueded red applique create this bold geometric design. Each piece was placed individually by hand for a truly unique and special style.

Turquoise, Copper and Blue All Day Jacket Size 4X

With a floral motif in turquoise, copper and blue crystals and pearls, this one-of-a-kind style is simply lovely.

Denim Day Shirt and Vest Size Small

Bright elements in teal, copper, royal blue, red, purple and orange embellish this one-of-a-kind set. The back-zip denim print horsemanship shirt can be worn beautifully on its own or together with the coordinating black vest.

There are so many more one-of-a-kind styles ready to go home with you!

What are you going to do with that extra hour this weekend? Perhaps curl up on the sofa with a cozy blanket and cup of tea (or wine) and browse for your dream jacket? Sounds like the perfect weekend.

Click here to shop now. You deserve it.

Trend Alert: Animal Prints

From fashion to home decor, animal prints never go out of style. Paying homage to our furry friends in the animal kingdom will always add that “wow” factor to your look.

We’ve offered a range of animal prints and motifs for years, and they remain hugely popular. Here are some of our current favorites:

Tiger Show Jacket 1X

This is one of our wildest designs yet! Vibrant faux printed tiger, coordinating golden zig-zags, and tons of clear crystals — this look will turn heads with its edgy and bold style.

Mustard Showmanship Suit XS/S

Gorgeous snakeskin overlays, with black sueded applique, geometric embellishments, and loaded with huge sew-on triangle crystals. This flattering design is the height of fashion. Our mustard base is the perfect color for fall, and this jacket comes with matching fabric for pants.

Blue Crocodile Jacket M

With vibrant blue faux printed crocodile, geometric elements in marbled black and white, and loaded with crystals, this look is absolutely striking.

Heavy Metal All Day Shirt XS-1X

Perhaps you’re looking for just a touch of animal print fun and a ton of other random stuff all in one shirt. We’ve got just the thing! Our Heavy Metal All Day Shirt has a light gray snakeskin motif to satisfy your snakeskin needs, along with floral horses, various metal chains, metal spikes, crystal clear rhinestones, flowers and flourishes, all in a variety of colors including blue, lilac, royal purple, gold, black, green, silver and more! In short, this shirt has it all. Perfectly symmetrical for a polished look and available in sizes XS-1X.

Don’t be shy! Indulge in your wild side, as they say. Shop our animal prints here.

Deal Alert!

 

Psst…we’ve just released a bunch of brand new show shirts in a range of sizes for the absurdly low price of $95!

Teal, Blue and Purple All Day Top XL/1X

Have you noticed that styles are trending toward simpler designs? These shirts are on point with our solid black base, and beautifully embellished collars.

Blue and Peacock Western Show Shirt 2X

Why are these $95? They’re from back stock, and many have non-standard measurements or slight imperfections. So read the descriptions in each item listing to make sure it’s right for you!

Teal and Gray All Day Top 1X/2X

These are going fast, so head on over to the website before they’re gone!

2019 Reader’s Choice Awards Winners!

 

We are honored to announce that Lisa Nelle was voted Best Western Show Clothing Designer in the 2019 Pleasure Horse Reader’s Choice Awards! Thank you to all of our loyal customers who voted for us — it means so much. YOU are what keeps us going strong and we’re so grateful for all of your support.

Have a wonderful weekend, everyone!

 

 

 

 

Say Hello to Color

Happy Friday! Things are heating up here in L.A. which means summer is in full swing. Bright, vibrant colors are a staple of any summer wardrobe, and your show wardrobe should be no different.

You know we love black around here — it’s long been our signature color for its sophisticated and slimming look as well as its ability to go with pretty much anything. But after many requests to shake things up with more color options, this summer we’ve added to our line with three new base colors: Chambray, Mustard, and Sexi Wine. (That’s right folks, we’re spelling Sexi with an i.) These are all the same kind of fabric as our black jackets — a medium to heavy weight stretch knit, with the perfect soft and luxurious feel.

Our Chambray is an absolutely lovely shade of blue, similar to denim with a slight texture.

We LOVE this happy shade of mustard. This color is so much fun. It’s fashion-forward and edgy especially when paired with black. This is sure to stand out in the ring.

Our Sexi Wine is a deep, gorgeous shade of burgundy, flattering and versatile. Added bonus: these are sold with matching pants made from the same fabric, for a perfectly coordinated professional look.

For more looks, check out our entire collection here.

Have a great weekend!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Pants! Pants! Pants!

We’re thrilled to announce that our new VersaLuX* Black Show Pants are now available in sizes XS-5X!

You’ve been asking us for pants made from our jacket fabric, and at long last, we’ve listened. (After all, the customer is always right!) Our fabric is well known for being the most soft, comfortable and luxurious fabric around. It’s a medium/heavy weight structured stretch knit. Wrinkle resistant and easy to care for, these pants offer all day comfort…trust us, you are not gonna want to take these off.

When we launched a smaller run of sizes a few weeks ago, they ALL sold out, like, immediately. We received overwhelmingly positive feedback on the comfort and fit.

One of our customers recently bought two pairs to compare sizes, and this is what she told us: “Your new show pants are fantastic. Both sizes fit me well, so I am keeping them both. A couple of other women at my barn tried them on—you’ll be receiving their orders soon. Finally a show pant that looks great!”
So, we knew we had something good on our hands, and got started on making these in all sizes for you.
We’ve removed the zipper, which means they can be pulled on with no bulk for a flattering and EXTREMELY comfortable fit. You may even feel like you have no pants on at all, that’s how comfortable they are. And yet the style is sharp and professional — high waisted, fitted through the thigh and finished with the perfect boot cut. And don’t forget, these are a perfect match to your Lisa Nelle black jacket. I could go on and on about how great these pants are.
I’m in love. And I know you will be too.
Check out all the details on our VersaLuX* Black Show Pants here.

 

How to Look Like a Million Bucks on a Budget

If you’re at all like us, you love a good deal. Coupon-clipping and sale-searching are straight-up hobbies among some of us at Lisa Nelle, and for good reason. Saving money here and there really adds up. Showing horses is an expensive undertaking, so it’s vital to choose show clothing carefully, with style, fit, and budget in mind.

If you’ve been with us for a while, you already know that we have huge yearly sales, along with smaller sales and reductions throughout the year. The best way to stay in the know is by signing up for our newsletter, and following us on Facebook and Instagram. The Sale section of our website is also updated regularly, and currently has a ton of outrageous reductions. It’s always worth it to check out any store’s sale section!

We take pride in offering our clothing in price ranges to suit any budget. So beyond our sales, we offer many of our styles at already affordable prices, no coupon needed! It’s important to us that everyone should be able to look their best regardless of budget. We never skimp on quality regardless of price. Our most affordable pieces have the same exact attention to detail as our couture pieces — everything we do is luxury.

Our Shirt Collection is always a good place to start when on a budget. With a huge selection of prints, our shirts come in a range of sizes all under $300.

If you’re in need of an affordable jacket, you’ve come to the right place! We have both limited edition and one-of-a-kind jackets that won’t break the bank. Here are a few favorites under $300.

Our limited edition Simply Chic Horsemanship Jacket is one of our new favorites. It’s so elegant and sophisticated, perfectly tailored and professional. It’s got just the right amount of sparkling clear crystals, and our signature “L” in gold on the collar.

We’ve become enamored with the lace trend lately, and our White Lace Show Jacket in 2X and Blue Lace Show Jacket in medium are on point. Lovely lace surrounds the cuffs and collar, accented with crystals.

The Teal and Gray Show Jacket in size medium is a one-of-a-kind beauty (just like you)! Gray sueded applique, diamond shaped accents in teal and white, along with bright clear crystals create stunning detail on the cuffs and collar. This look is so sharp!

If you’re just in need of something very simple, or if you want to give DIY embellishing a try, our Black Show Jacket is exactly what you’ve been looking for. Available in sizes XXS-5X, it’s just what it sounds like, a black show jacket, no frills. Our signature black fabric and perfect tailoring make this jacket a great choice when in need of a simple, professional look.

Now that you’ve chosen your perfect top, why not spruce it up with some accessories? Did you know we carry accessories? We sure do.

Our Sparkling Crystal Choker adds on-trend style to any look. With an ultra-suede black base and clear crystals, it goes with pretty much anything, and really steps up your look. These chokers add a ton of sparkle, without the hefty price tag of most jewelry.

Our scarves are also an elegant and affordable option for completing your look. Available in an array of colorful prints, or pure black, these can be mixed and matched to spice up your show wardrobe.

With high quality and attention to detail, our show clothing will have you looking like a million bucks, no matter your budget.

Introducing Schneider Saddlery

We’re so pleased to announce Lisa Nelle is now available at Schneider Saddlery!

Located in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, this “family owned company has maintained a dedication to value, product quality, innovation, customer service, and a love and commitment to the equestrian industry.”

They’ve selected two of our most popular and versatile styles: Our Slate Sand Elegance Show Jacket and our Teal Ombre Geo Show Jacket.

The Slate Sand Elegance features an incredibly intricate cuff and collar design with sand and slate gray pearls, and clear crystals.

The Teal Ombre Geo features a bold geometric design with a lovely mix of tiffany, teal, gray and black squares, along with shiny silver and clear crystals.

Both can be tucked in or left out. From showmanship to trail we LOVE these classic, limited edition styles.

Visit Schneider’s website or better yet, stop by their store to try on your next Lisa Nelle!

 

What Sets Lisa Nelle Apart

There are a lot of choices out there for western attire. While years ago there were only a handful of companies working in the western world, nowadays it seems your options are endless. From simple affordable shirts to highly embellished one-of-a-kind pieces, you’ll have no trouble finding what you’re looking for…thanks to the internet.

So what sets Lisa Nelle apart?

Our garments are not mass produced. We sew and design each and every piece here in our Los Angeles studio. From sourcing our beautiful fabrics, to embellishing, to sewing, we take care every step of the way. You won’t find asymmetry in a print that should be symmetrical. You won’t find messy glue on the fabric. And you certainly won’t find threads flying every which way from our seams. Why? Because our team takes pride in our work; we all have a common goal we work toward every day — making you look your best.

Lisa Nelle in the studioHard at work in our studio!

Some of our unique embellishments.

It’s easy to spot a Lisa Nelle in the ring. Lisa’s esthetic is always fresh and modern and completely unique. We love and admire the work of our favorite designers, and are often inspired by what we see. But we NEVER copy other designers. Over the years we’ve had the unfortunate experience of finding garments that are exact copies of our designs. We’ve even found a company copying and pasting our wording from our website! Lately there’s been quite a bit of controversy on social media about companies purchasing knock-offs from manufacturers overseas. We get emails almost every day from these manufacturers, and the garments tend to be low-quality and offered at low prices. For a customer on a budget, the temptation is somewhat understandable…but for a retailer to knowingly purchase a copy is simply unacceptable. We know all too well that terrible feeling of violation when your art is stolen. This is why we feel it’s so important to support designers and artists in all industries.

Works in ProgressWorks in progress.

If you follow us on Instagram, you’ll find us pulling back the curtain on our design process. We hope you’ll follow along with us for a peak inside our process, to get to know the care and love that goes into every piece we make for you.

We work hard to be original, and above all, true to ourselves by creating with integrity. When you purchase a Lisa Nelle, you’re purchasing an original Lisa Nelle design.