Trusted. Timeless. Talent Yarn®
Built on more than 40 years of shirt-tailoring expertise, Talent Yarn® pairs lightweight stretch with the crisp structure that defines Essex. A structured collar and covered front placket create a clean, classic white presentation, while signature Essex trim adds personality at the collar and cuffs.
Thermoregulating | Stain Resistant | UPF 40+
Available in short and long sleeves for Ladies, Girls and Men.
Talent Yarn® Questions, Answered
What is Talent Yarn®?
Talent Yarn® is the fabric Essex uses for its signature show shirts: a lightweight stretch knit of 92% polyester and 8% spandex. It is thermoregulating and stain resistant, with UPF 40+ sun protection and antimicrobial odor control. No other equestrian apparel brand uses Talent Yarn®.
How does a Talent Yarn® show shirt fit?
Talent Yarn® shirts have a close, tailored fit that skims the body without feeling boxy or clingy. Ladies and Girls shirts taper gently and tuck easily into breeches, neat with or without a show coat. Men's shirts are a trim fit with a button-down collar. If you are between sizes, we recommend sizing up. See the size charts on our Sizing page, or call 800-433-1802 for personal sizing help.
Which collar styles does Talent Yarn® come in?
Ladies and Girls Talent Yarn® show shirts come in a straight collar and a wrap collar. Men's shirts have a button-down collar.
How do I wash a Talent Yarn® show shirt?
Machine wash and tumble dry low. Do not dry clean, bleach, or use fabric softener, and use a cool iron if needed.
Is Talent Yarn® a good choice for hot show days?
Talent Yarn® is thermoregulating and breathable, with UPF 40+ sun protection. Ladies and Girls long sleeve styles add under-sleeve mesh panels for ventilation.
Does Talent Yarn® resist stains?
Yes. Talent Yarn® is stain resistant, which helps keep your shirt looking new wash after wash.
Why does the collar snap?
The snap collar began with a choker dropped in a mud puddle at the Lake Placid Horse Show. Essex founder Cathy Sacher built the collar into the shirt so there was nothing to lose, and riders can unsnap it to show the fabric trim.
Do other Essex shirts use Talent Yarn®?
The Claire zip collar show shirt is solid white Talent Yarn® with the same fit. The Luna II has a white Talent Yarn® front panel.
Where can I buy Talent Yarn® show shirts?
Right here on essexclassics.com, and at tack shops around the country that carry Essex.
Shop Talent Yarn® Near You
Prefer to try it on before your next show? Talent Yarn® shirts are carried at tack shops around the country, where your local shop can help with fit and sizing.
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