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Cavalleria Toscana Dressage Tailcoats
Few garments carry the weight of tradition like the dressage tailcoat, and few brands modernise it as confidently as Cavalleria Toscana. Each CT tailcoat pairs classic competition lines with the technical fabrics the brand is known for: four-way stretch, perforated panels for airflow, and a structured shoulder that holds its shape through a full test. The result is a coat that looks the part in front of a judge at C and still moves with you through every transition.
The collection spans ladies' and men's dressage tailcoats in the traditional black and navy, with subtle contrast detailing, crystal or tonal buttons and refined collar treatments that read beautifully on camera and at a distance. Shorter-tail styles suit smaller riders and those who prefer a cleaner silhouette, while classic-length coats deliver full traditional presence for championship and international competition. All are cut to Cavalleria Toscana's slim Italian fit, with sizing designed to sit close through the waist and shoulder without restricting the arm.
Whether you're stepping up to your first FEI-level test or replacing a coat that's done its seasons, you'll find the full range of CT competition tailcoats here, with size guidance, fast delivery and free returns if the fit isn't right first time.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cavalleria Toscana Tailcoats
At what level do you need a dressage tailcoat?
Tailcoats are traditionally worn from advanced national levels upward, and at FEI competition. Rules differ between governing bodies and change from season to season, so check your current national federation and FEI dress codes before buying. At many levels a short competition jacket remains perfectly acceptable.
What's the difference between a dressage tailcoat and a shadbelly?
They're the same garment. "Tailcoat" is standard in the UK and Europe; "Shadbelly" is the American term, and is also used in the hunter/jumper world.
What size Cavalleria Toscana tailcoat should I order?
CT uses Italian sizing with a genuinely slim cut. Measure your chest and waist over a competition shirt and stock or tie, and compare against the size chart rather than assuming your usual size. If you sit between two sizes, the larger is usually the safer choice in a structured coat.
What do you wear under a dressage tailcoat?
A competition shirt with a stock or integrated collar, plus a stock tie or tie depending on your federation's rules. Many riders add a slim base layer in cold weather.
Can you machine wash a Cavalleria Toscana tailcoat?
No. Tailcoats are structured garments with interfacing and shoulder construction that washing will ruin. Dry clean only, and hang on a broad shaped hanger between competitions to protect the shoulder line.
Are the tails a fixed length?
Length varies by style and is proportional to the size, but the range includes both shorter and classic-length options. Tail length is largely aesthetic, pick what balances your height and your horse's frame.