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Giddy up for this season’s runway look (which you might already own)

Giddy up for this season’s runway look (which you might already own)

Dolly Parton once said it takes a lot of money to look this cheap, but the new spin on country is rhinestone-free.

Lauren SamsFashion editor

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It feels too easy to blame this on Harry Styles, but given the way the crowds at his Australian concerts took to wearing cowboy hats, I’m left with little choice but to assign responsibility to him. Country and western is back, and it’s bigger than Texas.

There is something powerful about dressing as if you’re about to ride a horse, as if you might be able to crack a whip (and not just metaphorically). Defined by denim – all kinds, except ripped or bleached – gold and silver hardware, fringing and plaid, the look is about rugged strength.

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Lauren Sams
Lauren SamsFashion editorLauren Sams is the fashion editor, based in Sydney. She writes about lifestyle including the arts, entertainment, fashion and travel. Lauren has worked as a features editor and fashion journalist for ELLE, marie claire and more. Email Lauren at lauren.sams@afr.com

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