Seasons Greetings!

Hey you all,



Hope everyone is enjoying the holiday season!  I guess its safe to call it that, I can't believe were already right into December! Yikes!

I'm sorry for the hiatus I took from posting. It's not that I didn't have anything to say... because I'm sure you all have noticed I'm quite the chatterbox by now.  It's just that as our 2010 season comes to an end we are restructuring Heather's Hot Couture to weather the storms of our unpredictable economy.  We are looking forward full of optimism for 2011, hoping for a prosperous year ahead  blessed with bucks for all!  We are full of gratitude because we know that our friends, clients and the cowgirls that support the equine industry will continue to find new ways to follow their passion for horses, riding and showing. 

That doesn't mean these aren't challenging times for many, but if one thing's true, we are a bunch of Tough Cookies!  I know horse people stick together, like family supporting each other, and creatively find ways to bend but not break under life's pressures.  I want to thank all who contribute to the thousands of shows and events every year, continuing to challenge competitors and making dreams  come true.  We at HHC are making some BIG CHANGES!  I know our choices aren't as tough as some that many of you have had to make in recent months.  I've heard so many  stories about skipping favorite shows to save on gas and rising show fees, and even worse, pulling horses out of training.  This means smaller classes.   As hard as the show industry has been hit by the down turn in our economy, we are finding smart ways of cutting back.  We are spending less and buckling down for the long haul!  If you still have your health and your horses, then I think you've got plenty to celebrate!

Our BIG ANNOUCMENT!!! Custom by Heather is now being sold exclusively through Showgirls Apparel.  If you're not familiar with Showgirls Apparel,  now is the time to check them out!  http://www.showgirlsapparel.com/  They are one of the  biggest and best in the show clothes business.  They carry ONLY one-of-a-kind show clothes.  Since one-of-a-kind custom designs is all we do, this seemed like a perfect match for us.  Now not only are our beautiful pieces available to see any time online, but they are in a showroom where you can shop.  I can't think of anywhere I'd rather go to shop!  How fun does a show clothes store sound, where it's clean, dirt and dust free, and you can see all the best designer names and newest styles side-by-side under one roof?  Count me in!  Paula's Place, Lindsey James and now Heather's Hot Couture, just to name a few!  They also do select consignments so you can also find whats in fashion on a budget.  Erin Gayer runs the showroom, which is located 12316-A North May Ave. #286 in Oklahoma City.  The showroom is open year-round and now it's perfect timing for the holidays.  If you're in the Oklahoma area stop in.  What a no brainer!  Needless to say producing couture quality designs is time-consuming, and working with Showgirls will allow us more time to do what we love - create.  We are excited to have our designs managed and sold by the best in the business.  Lindsey James and Erin Gayer have more than ten years in the show clothes industry.  We understand that convenience is key to everyones hectic lifestyles, and Showgirls carrying our designs means you will be able to have a lot more access to trying on and seeing our quality in person at all the major shows including Oklahoma, Texas  and at Azirona Sun Circuit coming in January!   

Happy Holidays,
Heather



My Beast, Cali, enjoying a cool day at the park!