Western Life Today is the premier publication for all things Western, including fashion, décor, entertainment and destinations, plus the people, ranches and horses that shape our community. This magazine builds on rich heritage and deep roots to reach people who have been part of the Western world for generations, as well as those who have more recently been introduced to this culture.
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Western Life Today • VOL. 5 • NO. 5 OCTOBER 2025
DENIM TRENDS • A slate of new colors and styles rev up your favorite fabric for any occasion.
ON THE Wyld Side • An Arizona designer brings Western details to global textiles, creating sustainable clothing that embraces a bold, untamed spirit.
DOUBLE D RANCH: Where Style Meets Sisterhood • Through a blend of heritage and individuality, Double D Ranch has grown a community that goes beyond clothing.
THE CAST IRON COWBOY Hits TV Screens • Cowboy chef Kent Rollins is now featured on The Outdoor Channel.
Beyond ADVERSITY • After a traumatic brain injury in the saddle, Lindsay Nettleton chased her dreams while raising boys, breeding Quarter Horses, and ranching alongside her husband on the historic Tejon Ranch.
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Cowgirls, COCKTAILS, and Connection • Through her social club Cowgirls & Cocktails, Lexi Hoagland is helping redefine community for women in the Western industry.
WESTERN EVENTS PREVIEW • With more than $20 million up for grabs in roping, a top-tier trade show, and plenty of Western entertainment, the Ariat World Series of Team Roping Finale is one of Las Vegas’ biggest December draws.
Good GROUNDWORK • Three maneuvers will help increase communication between you and your horse.
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