Aztec Diamond Womens Riding Tights

Riding tights, or riding leggings as they are sometimes termed, have become an incredibly popular choice as an alternative to traditional riding breeches or jodhpurs. Aztec Diamond were one of the first brands to merge the comfort of gym leggings with the support, grip and cut of equestrian breeches to bring riding tights to the UK market. Most modern equestrian brands now offer their own take on what has become an equestrian wardrobe staple, and Aztec Diamond continue to develop their riding tights to pioneer the way in modern equestrian apparel.

With a passion for fashion design and showjumping, founder Jordan McCabe set about in 2014 to revamp the clothing that was available at the time to equestrians, which she found was often uncomfortable, unflattering and unfashionable. Other sportswear had advanced to include second-skin style legwear and base layers, but this style of sportswear was new to the equestrian market. So came the launch of Aztec Diamond, a brand offering something a little different with their technical base layers and riding tights that were designed for functionality but also to make you feel good while you wore them.

The designs of the Aztec Diamond riding tights sometimes known as Aztec Diamond Riding Leggings have developed as years have gone by, with each season offering something a little different.

Generally, there are the Aztec Diamond knee grip riding tights which feature a silicone print at the knees for grip against the leather of your saddle, and Aztec Diamond full seat grip riding tights which have this silicone grip across the entire seat of the riding tights for maximum security. Those who ride in a lighter seat and spend some time out of the saddle, such as showjumpers, may prefer knee grip riding leggings, while those who want maximum security and sit more deeply with less movement may choose the full seat riding leggings. They feature a high waistband which, along with the medium weight sporty fabric with plenty of give, helps you to feel ‘held in’ and supported in the saddle. The fabric is additionally moisture-wicking, quick-drying and breathable, with some styles featuring mesh panels for extra ventilation. Aztec Diamond equestrian apparel is distinguished by its minimalistic, modern branding, and the riding tights stay true to this aesthetic. If you’re looking for riding tights with a phone pocket you’re in luck – Aztec Diamond manufacture many styles of riding leggings with phone pockets which are ideal for keeping your phone handy while hacking, schooling or simply around the yard.

The sizing of Aztec Diamond riding leggings is true to size. The elastane blend composition of the fabric allows the riding tights to stretch sideways as well as lengthways, meaning they suit legs of all shapes and lengths! They are very forgiving and we advise if you are between sizes to size down one size. Measurements for Aztec Diamond riding tights can be found at our Aztec Diamond Size Guide.

Caring for Aztec Diamond riding tights is easy – they can be machine washed at 30°C and thanks to the quick-drying fabric, they are ready to wear again in no time! Avoid tumble drying and ironing as the heat can damage the silicone print on the tights.

With the development of their Young Rider collection came the launch of Aztec Diamond kids’ riding tights, as well as breeches, which have proven incredibly popular with children and teenagers. Shop our entire Aztec Diamond Young Rider collection for base layers, outerwear and accessories.

Aztec Diamond clothing is a firm favourite with those balancing a busy lifestyle with horses, and although it is an equestrian brand, their pieces don’t look out of place outside of the yard. Increasingly, we are seeing competitors competing in riding tights as opposed to traditional breeches. If you’re considering swapping to riding tights for your days in the ring, you won’t look out of place in a pair of light-coloured Aztec Diamond leggings, which are very smart as well as super comfortable.

Pair your new riding tights with a matching Aztec Diamond base layer for a super smart training look, or why not match with a sweatshirt on cooler days?