I Think I "Need" This ...

In fact, I am pretty sure I do. I know that it's simply because show season is right around the corner, but suddenly, I want every blingy pad I see. I recently bought the Horze Dressage Satin Crystal Pad, and boy, oh, boy is it ever beautiful! This one, the Weatherbeeta Prime Bling Dressage Saddle Pad looks super sparkly, especially if you zoom in on the details.

Just yes.

On a day where coats are waived, which is every summertime show in Central California, I think this pad would look stunning with my burgundy show shirt.

Last summer.

Even better is that the pad also comes in navy (and black). And wouldn't you know it, but I have the same shirt in NAVY.

Yes, again.

I seriously can't decide which one is better, the navy or the burgundy. Speedy looks great in any color, but I sort of like the burgundy for Izzy.

Also last summer.

The pad sells for $65.99 which is pretty pricey. With a discount code, I can get it for $56.09, but even that is still a bit expensive especially since I recently bought the satin pad and haven't even shown in it yet.

It's even prettier in person.

I like making deals though, so here's what I am thinking. Izzy is scheduled to do a CDS-rated show near the end of April. If he does well, like scores at least 60%, I'll get the pad. I don't know yet which color, but I'll feel like he's earned one or the other. The risk in waiting of course is that the pad sells out of the color I ultimately choose. That's probably safer for my checking account though.

If only money grew on trees ...