An adjustable collar
Use the quarter zip to change the neckline as the wind, sun, and pace of the day shift around you.
The layer that adjusts with the day
Equestrian quarter zip shirts
Original performance layers for riders who want a collar they can adjust, fabric that moves, and artwork that feels as individual as the horse waiting at the gate.
One zip, more options
Made for the in-between weather of horse life.
A riding day rarely holds still. The morning may be cool when you pull on boots, then bright and warm by the time the arena opens. You might spend an hour in the saddle, another walking fences, and the rest driving home with hay on your sleeve. An equestrian quarter zip earns its place because it can move through all of it with you.
Nadine & Ripley quarter-zip performance shirts pair a high collar with a short zip, so you can choose the coverage that feels right in the moment. Zip up when the wind picks up or the sun is strong. Open the neckline when you want more air. It is a small, practical choice that makes a lightweight long-sleeve layer more flexible than a shirt with one fixed feel.
Then there is the part that belongs only to you. Every print begins as Nadine Ewing's original fantasy art: moonlit horses, deep florals, dragons, celestial creatures, and color that refuses to fade into the background. This is riding clothing that works hard without asking you to dress like everyone else at the barn.
Choose a piece that feels ready for lessons, chores, travel, and the ordinary beautiful moments in between. The collection is made to be worn often, not saved for a special occasion.
Easy movement
Four-way stretch supports the reaching, lifting, grooming, riding, and walking that come with real time around horses.
Art you can live in
Original fantasy artwork turns a useful performance layer into something recognizably yours.
Comfort has a point of view
Performance fabric, without the uniform feeling.
The best quarter zip is the one you stop noticing once the day begins. It should sit comfortably under a vest, let your shoulders work freely, and feel light enough to keep on when plans run long. Nadine & Ripley shirts use lightweight, moisture-wicking, quick-dry performance fabric to make that kind of ease part of the design.
The athletic fit keeps the silhouette clean and easy to layer without asking you to trade away range of motion. Long sleeves and a high collar offer considered coverage when you are outdoors, while the zip lets you decide how open or enclosed you want the neckline to feel. The fabric is also wrinkle-resistant and easy-care, so it is ready to come along when the day starts before sunrise or ends somewhere other than home.
What makes the collection different is that function is only half the story. Nadine's art gives each piece its own atmosphere, whether you are drawn to a dark floral horse, a luminous unicorn, a phoenix, or something stranger and more personal.
Browse wearable art →Choose the layer for your day
Where an equestrian quarter zip belongs.
A quarter zip is not about dressing for one perfect photo. It is about having a capable, comfortable layer ready when the day includes horses, weather, movement, and a little uncertainty.
Early barn starts
Begin zipped a little higher when the air is cool, then adjust the neckline as the morning changes. A lightweight layer gives you flexibility without the bulk of a heavy pullover.
Lessons and arena time
Choose a shirt that can follow your shoulders and arms through your ride. The close athletic feel layers neatly and keeps the focus on your time in the saddle.
Travel and clinic days
When you are packing light or moving between the car, barn, and event grounds, a quick-dry, wrinkle-resistant shirt is an easy piece to reach for again.
Everyday horse life
Wear it for the work around the ride too: feeding, grooming, walking the property, or simply being outside with your horse. Original art brings a little pleasure to the routine.
Choose with intention
What to look for in a riding quarter zip.
The right layer is personal, but a few thoughtful checks make it much easier to find a piece you will actually wear. Start with the way you move, the weather you meet most often, and how you want the shirt to make you feel before you leave for the barn.
Think about the whole rhythm of your day, not just the ride itself. A shirt that feels good when you first put it on should still feel useful after grooming, carrying tack, standing at the rail, and driving home. That is why a flexible fabric, a collar you can adjust, and a fit you have chosen deliberately tend to matter more than a passing trend.
There is no single uniform for a life with horses. The most enduring pieces are the ones that make practical sense for your routine and still give you a little spark when you open the wardrobe. Choose the technical details with care, then choose the art that makes you want to wear them again.
Make movement the first test
Think about your shoulders, elbows, and torso, not just the mirror. Riding, tacking up, lifting hay, and reaching around a horse all ask for a layer that moves without pulling or bunching.
Use the collar on your terms
A quarter zip gives you an adjustment that a crew neck cannot. Keep the collar higher when you want more coverage, or open it for a little more airflow as the temperature rises.
Check your measurements
A closer athletic fit can be wonderfully easy to layer, but every rider has a different preference for ease. Visit the Size Guide before ordering to compare your measurements with the garment guidance.
Choose a print you will keep reaching for
A performance shirt becomes part of your real wardrobe when it feels like yours. Let the artwork be more than decoration: choose the creature, palette, or story that makes an everyday layer feel special.
Ready for the next ride
Wear your art, your way.
Explore original quarter-zip performance shirts made for changing weather, busy barn days, and the horse life you have made your own.
Frequently asked questions
What is an equestrian quarter zip?
An equestrian quarter zip is a riding-friendly layer with a short zip at the collar. It is useful when you want the coverage of a long-sleeve shirt with an adjustable neckline for changing conditions.
Are Nadine & Ripley quarter zips made for riding?
Yes. Nadine & Ripley performance shirts are designed as lightweight layers for riding and outdoor days, with four-way stretch, moisture-wicking fabric, a quarter zip, and a high collar.
Can I wear a quarter zip for warm-weather riding?
A lightweight performance quarter zip can be a comfortable option for warm outdoor days. Opening the zip adds airflow, while the long sleeves and collar provide practical coverage when you want it.
How should a riding quarter zip fit?
Choose the fit that gives you easy movement through your shoulders, arms, and torso. Nadine & Ripley shirts have an athletic fit, so compare your measurements with the Size Guide before ordering.