Choosing a versatile dress boot will also lighten the load and save money. A black boot is a good choice since it is so easy to wear them with black jeans and a wide variety of tops. Caring for Your Investment Properly caring for your garments and accessories will allow you to get the most value from them as you use them and will also allow for a higher resale value when you decide to sell your pieces. General Tips for Garments Store your garments out of direct sunlight and in a controlled climate. Extremes in heat and cold will stress fibers, warp specialty fabrics and dry out leathers.
Humidity can lead to mold and mildew.
Although keeping them in your horse trailer while driving to and from competition is acceptable, long-term storage should be inside your home. Only store dry, clean garments. After wearing a garment allow it to air dry and then clean the item. Occasionally you may be able to skip a cleaning but only if you have not sweated in the garment or stained it. Some small stains may be removed without completely cleaning the garment.