INPUT ARTICLE: Article: Look through your closet to find a fitted dress that you like, and then pair it with a blazer that matches. Choosing a fitted dress looks better with a blazer, though you can sometimes find flowy dresses that work with blazers as well. Pair your dress with heels or flats. Select a solid cream blazer to try on over a floral cream and black dress with black heels. Put on a solid black blazer with a red dress and black flats. This is a great outfit to wear to work, out to dinner, or to a nice event like an auction or art opening. This is a great outfit to dress up or down. Pick out colors like blues, blacks, creams, and grays. Whether it's a button-down, sweater, or tee shirt under your blazer, the monochromatic color scheme makes you look more sophisticated. Wear a gray blazer with a white button-down, light gray tailored pants, and heels. Try out a light blue blazer with a cream-colored sweater, light wash jeans, and cream-colored flats. You can also wear this outfit to run errands, meet a friend for coffee, or go to an informal meeting. Button-downs are a staple in nearly every closet and they work well with a blazer. Pick out a solid-colored or patterned button-down to wear with a blazer. Dress up the outfit with tailored pants or dress it down with jeans. Create an outfit made up of a pink blazer with a white and gray striped button-down, high-waisted jeans, and pointed heels. Put on a dark green blazer with a white button-down, fitted corduroy pants, and flats. The T-shirt can be solid-colored or graphic, though a solid-colored tee will create a more sophisticated and versatile look. Tuck your tee into the front of your pants for a super chic look before throwing on your blazer. Pair a gray V-neck tee with a red velvet blazer and distressed jeans. Put on a white graphic T-shirt with a navy blue blazer, tailored pants, and a belt. Add heels to this outfit to make it dressier, or opt for boots for a more comfortable and edgy look. The blazer dresses up the hoodie, making your super casual outfit a bit fancier. Make sure the hood of the hoodie is pulled out of the blazer and that it isn't too bulky to contrast with the sleek look of the blazer. For example, put on a solid light pink hoodie with a black blazer, black skinny jeans, and sneakers. Tuck the front of your hoodie into your pants to give your outfit more shape. Wear this outfit with a winter hat and boots for colder weather. This is a perfect outfit to wear on a night out or to a party. Find a fun, bold skirt in your closet and pair it with a more neutral-colored shirt and blazer. Finish off the outfit with a pair of heels. Wear a solid gold metallic mini skirt with a black spaghetti strap shirt, black blazer, and black heels. Put on a black sparkly skirt with a white blazer and tee with the shirt tucked into the skirt.

SUMMARY: Wear a blazer over a dress for a professional yet feminine outfit. Choose a monochromatic color scheme with your blazer for work. Pair a blazer with a button-down and jeans for a sophisticated outfit. Dress up a T-shirt by wearing a blazer over it. Select a hoodie to wear under your blazer to stay comfortable. Create a bold outfit by pairing a metallic or sparkly skirt with your blazer.

INPUT ARTICLE: Article: By the time you start training for dressage, your horse should be used to being on the bit. But that doesn't mean that all bits are the same. Try some different ones to see which your horse responds well to. Some horses prefer a softer bit, while others require a firmer bit. For most horses, a double-jointed bit works best for dressage training. Help your horse loosen their muscles by lunging them out. Hook a simple lunge line to the halter or bridle and lead them in a circle around the enclosure. A typical warm-up session should last about 15-20 minutes. During the warm-up, you can practice changing gaits and directions. It's a good idea to head into the training session with an idea of what you want to work on. Maybe you want to teach a particular stretch or jump. Keep in mind that horses have moods, just like people. If your horse is acting difficult or uninterested, they might need to work on something else that day. Instead of working on a new skill, go back and polish up a skill that you've worked on previously. If your horse is really low energy, try just going for a leisurely ride. You can also try a new skill again the next time. Let your horse know that you are in control by giving clear orders. Use the same types of clucks and verbal commands (like "whoa") during each session. Don't let your horse get away with pulling you or changing directions without being asked. Your horse will feel confident knowing that you are in control. If your horse is having a bad day, give them plenty of breaks. They might just need a rest. Before you can train specific skills in dressage, you need your horse to be able to maintain the same gait for an entire dressage test. Warm your horse up by walking, trotting, and cantering for a few minutes each. Then, ride your horse around the ring several times in a trot. This will help them find their rhythm. Responsiveness is key in dressage, and your horse will find it easier to respond when they're easily able to move and follow cues. To practice circles, place a traffic cone or jump standard in the center of the ring. Practice riding your horse in 20 metres (66ft) circles around the cone. Using the reins, press the horse against your inside leg while turning in the circle. Their nose should be pointed slightly towards the cone as you ride in circles. Spend equal amounts of time riding clockwise and counterclockwise. Horses can get bored with routine. Mix things up by finding different ways to spend time together. You can take trail rides or practice low jumps in place of a more focused training session.

SUMMARY:
Choose a bridle and bit that your horse will tolerate. Work your horse on the lunge line to warm them up. Adapt your training plan to fit your horse's mood. Demonstrate clear leadership so that your horse feels comfortable. Establish a steady, consistent rhythm for the duration of the workout. Ride in circles to improve suppleness. Include variety in your training to keep your horse sharp.