Dressage Bridles

A dressage bridle usually has a cavesson or flash noseband and a wide, padded headpiece that spreads pressure on the poll. For daily schooling, a work bridle such as the Le Mieux Work Bridle is practical; for the show ring, patent leather, crystal browbands and rolled leather, like the Le Mieux Patent Rolled Dressage Bridle, add polish. Anatomic models such as the Le Mieux Kudos Anatomic and PS of Sweden's GP, Nirak, Paladin and Flying Change leave room around the ears and facial nerves.

For higher levels, see our double bridles. Most models come in pony, cob, full and extra full; compare with your horse's current bridle before ordering.