Breeches! For the love of god why is it so difficult!

[scopeybay98]

So. Breeches. They continue to stress me out 24/7/365. I just want a pair of mildly stretchy, mid/high-waisted, knee patch breeches that haven’t got those massive silicone patches on them or aren’t covered in gems or designs or aren’t made of that weird stretchy sports material. I just want some simple woven breeches. Why are all the breeches these days super fancy! I buy multiple pairs a month trying to find a pair that work but end up returning them all. Could someone please recommend some breeches that aren’t too pricy but are made of that stretchy almost canvas-like material rather than the super-thick pony-club jodhpurs or the super hi-tech silicone patch, stretchy legging-material ones. Many thanks.

 

[Roxylola]

Pikeur and cavallo do that sort of thing, more often suede seat than just a knee but there are some

 

[Cragrat]

John Whitaker. I can't remember the name, but I have 2 pairs. Slightly stretchy in all direction, canvas feel,definitely not see through Knee patches of the same material, not gel. No gel/diamante//billboard advertising - just a small 1.5cm square logo on the front pocket and on the rear.


(i sound like an advert! !)

 

[teapot]

Pikeur - worth every penny if you can get the suede seat/knees

 

[asmp]

Kramer?

https://www.kramer.co.uk/Rider/Womens-Breeches/Full-Seat-Breeches/Full-Seat-Breeches-Amalia

 

[poiuytrewq]

Mark Todd. Gisbourne I think?
I like them, I have a few pairs they have washed and lasted really well. Super simple, no bling.

 

[Coblover63]

Ditto Mark Todd Gisburnes. Best breeches I ever had.

 

[chaps89]

Third vote for MT gisbourne
I also have a pair of Caldenes that meet your requirements, they’re a few years old now and were end of line when I bought them but maybe worth having a look see

 

[The Fuzzy Furry]

Rugged. D3 or D5 models, neither have gel anything.
I have some. Std navy, no sticky anything, nice lycra on ankles and they seem to be wearing very well.

 

[black and brown]

Pikeur have some models with knee patches if you can find them.

 

[Skib]

My new Pikeur, though the same name as my old ones, arrived with gummy patches on them. They are smaller too.
Makes one tear one's hair.

 

[ElleSkywalker]

Tredstep symphony are full seat but they some knee patch only, solo maybe?

 

[Zuzan]

Mark Todd. Gisbourne I think?
I like them, I have a few pairs they have washed and lasted really well. Super simple, no bling.

These .. they are my workhorse breeches ..

 

[Rumtytum]

Another vote for MT Gisbourne

 

[rextherobber]

Shires Equestrian do some

 

[Pippity]

John Whitaker. I can't remember the name, but I have 2 pairs. Slightly stretchy in all direction, canvas feel,definitely not see through Knee patches of the same material, not gel. No gel/diamante//billboard advertising - just a small 1.5cm square logo on the front pocket and on the rear.


(i sound like an advert! !)

Seconding John Whittaker. I have quite a few pairs, usually picked up on sale for around £15.

 

[tda]

Definitely Pikeur.

 

[Gift Horse]

I bought some Musto essential breeches because they were recommended on here. I got them in the sale and I’m delighted with them - no bling, no sticky pattern. Quite thick but they are a matte, canvas-type fabric.

 

[The Fuzzy Furry]

I bought some Musto essential breeches because they were recommended on here. I got them in the sale and I’m delighted with them - no bling, no sticky pattern. Quite thick but they are a matte, canvas-type fabric.

I got some of those too but they are an odd shape on me as they almost have wings, v baggy on the upper thighs and loose down the lower legs. Sizing doesnt compare to any of my other breeches which are all UK 30 and fit pretty well (different makes)

 

[Pinkvboots]

I have ariat ones that are as you describe and a mark Todd pair.

 

[Pinkvboots]

Look on hope valley there are loads of different types.

 

[Gift Horse]

I got some of those too but they are an odd shape on me as they almost have wings, v baggy on the upper thighs and loose down the lower legs. Sizing doesnt compare to any of my other breeches which are all UK 30 and fit pretty well (different makes)

I got lucky they fit me well

 

[The Fuzzy Furry]

I got lucky they fit me well

Want some more? ?

 

[Dontforgetaboutme]

Ariat breeches are smart & comfortable. I picked mine up in sales at a good price

 

[Fransurrey]

Also recommend the Rugged. Cotton feel and very robust. No bling or silicone in sight.

 

[Frumpoon]

Try racing breeches

Breeze Up and T Frost are my preferred brands

 

[scopeybay98]

Okay from the suggestions I researched a bunch and ended up ordering two pairs of tredstep solo breeches from Hope Valley that were reduced to £45 from like £120 or something. They arrive next week so hopefully these could be the ones!