We had the good fortune of connecting with Brianne Link and we’ve shared our conversation below.
Hi Brianne, what was your thought process behind starting your own business?
After a birthday party pony ride at 4 years old, I fell in love with the equestrian sport. I’m established in the show jumping ring, where I compete in levels up to 1.45m and U25 Grand Prix with the training of Jeffery Welles of Triton Ventures. My passion for horses paired with a fascination for elegant clothing inspired the start of Equisite, an equestrian apparel and accessories line. I graduated college in May 2020 with a bachelor of arts in equestrian studies and minor in business entrepreneurship from Savannah College of Art and Design. During my time studying, I focused on the art and design opportunities within the equestrian industry.
Alright, so let’s move onto what keeps you busy professionally?
Equisite is an environment for riders of various disciplines to find every element of style that showcases their equestrian elegance. Equisite offers feminine designs, high-tech performance fabrics and comfort for mobility while on and off horseback. With more than 20 years of equestrian competition experience, I’ve monitored the changes in the form and function of equestrian ensemble. After much research about the history of riding apparel, I wrote my senior thesis on the evolution of equestrian fashion. This gave me the strength to found my own brand. Equisite offers products that highlight beauty, comfort and confidence—all qualities a rider needs to have when entering the show ring. I continue to grow my brand and bring both comfort and class to every equestrian’s closet.
If you had a friend visiting you, what are some of the local spots you’d want to take them around to?
LGCT Miami South Beach Horse Show Fontainebleau Miami Beach
Seaspice
The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
Special thank you to my Equisite team, family, loyal customers, and the horses that continue my love for the equestrian sport.
Website: www.equisite-elementsofstyle.com
Instagram: @equisite_elementsofstyle
Facebook: Equisite Elements of Style, Inc.
Image Credits
Ibach Media