Lovers of fine riding clothes can breathe easy. Vancouver-based Arista Equestrian has been bought by a trio of women from Vancouver Island who plan to continue its tradition of bringing original, dynamic designs to discerning horse lovers.

The new owners are Frann MacLean, marketing consultant and the new manager of Arista, Gail Gordon, businesswoman and lawyer Catherine Murray.  All of them are horsewomen who are involved in Canada’s equine community.

In September, Arista‘s founder, Sharie Loychuck, announced she would be winding the business down due to her plans to retire after 20 years of business. “I was approached by several people about purchasing Arista but I didn’t see anyone as the right fit. I had decided to just fold the business when the Vancouver Island group approached me,” Sharie said. “After meeting them I knew they’d be perfect for it. They are so full of fun and enthusiasm!”

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