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The horse must be appropriately groomed and clipped, as the exhibitor is being judged on the ability to fit and show a horse "in hand."

This event has evolved throughout the years, going from a basic "meat and potatoes" event to the "catwalk" of the horse show world. In years past, it was commonplace to see exhibitors clad in neatly starched denim jeans, a pressed shirt, necktie; western hat and boots. Now it is the trend to see exhibitors in very elaborate, appliqued ensembles bejeweled in swarovski crystals.