conchos, equestrian tack


Conchos are stamped out pieces of metal that are used on horse halters, riding chaps and saddles. But conchos are not just for equestrian tack and cowboys. I am sure you have seen them on clothing or handbags as decoration as well. 

I have taken the opportunity to check out what kind of conchos are actually available on line. I was amazed to find they come in all kinds of themes and not just western theme related. I found conchos made with celtic designs, sports team logos, religious symbols and letters of the alphabet. They are made in various shapes such as hearts, circles, squares and rectangles. Some are cut out and others are solid. Different metals have been used to create these pieces of artwork. I found silver, gold and bronze, also gun metal.

Conchos for the cowgirl could include any of the above. I personally found a hair tie made of brown leather string laced through a heart shaped concho sprinkled with some crystals. It was very pretty and caught my eye immediately as I looked through the website. Conchos are not just a cowboy thing!