5 Authentic Alternatives to Ringers Western Tops in Australia

Introduction: From Humble Beginnings to Your New Fave Western Tshirt

If you're anything like me, you're a simple jeans and tee kind of person. I started Stoned Pony Apparel because I felt something was missing in the Australian Western and Rodeo fashion scene. We are not just your typical horse apparel brand. It wasn't about being a fashionista; it was about creating a brand that just works, something easy to wear that still looks good, without taking too much thought to match.

The Vibe: You're Not Mass Produced, and Neither Are We

Ringers Western might be the mainstream go-to for western and country apparel, but Stoned Pony is for those who want something different. We're print-on-demand to avoid waste, and we believe in limited edition designs. In a world of mass-produced apparel, only a few hundred riders will ever own a Stoned Pony drop. That makes each piece a story, not just another logo.

It's about life and survival—a reminder to keep on keeping on, whether times are tough or life is going great. It's for the love of horses, ponies, and farm animals. It's for loving life even when it's dark and celebrating when it's bright. It's for everyone who is doing life, from country to coast. This is Australian western wear with a difference: apparel that carries meaning, grit, and comfort. It's country lifestyle apparel designed to move with you—whether you're at the rodeo, the gym, or just living everyday life with heart.

Why I Started Stoned Pony

I wanted to create a brand that grew from humble beginnings, something my children could be part of or inherit one day. My daughter has always been a horse girl, while she spends more of her days behind a camera capturing beauty and chasing a toddler, her creativity inspired me to build a label that could stretch into equine wear like blankets and saddle pads, while also being versatile enough for the gym or everyday life. Easy to wear, easy to style, but always with a luxe, country-to-coast vibe.

My Style Philosophy: Comfort Brings Confidence

Confidence starts with comfort. That's why Stoned Pony is about jeans and tees that feel good, look good, don't take effort to match, but still look amazing. For women who don't want fashion to be complicated, our Luxe Tees deliver country/rodeo vibes with premium comfort, whether you're at the gym, the paddock, or out on the town.

The Fit & Feel

Our hoodies are like being wrapped in a blanket, beautiful fleece, warm and cosy, with a kangaroo pocket, perfect for your essentials when you're out and about, whether it's out locally, the paddock or the stables.

Our Stoned Pony t-shirts and hoodies are tested and proven—I've worn mine for over 3.5 years through Aussie heat, countless washes, and spins in the dryer. They're still going strong. The relaxed luxe tee looks great with jeans, cargo pants or shorts, giving you premium vibes, but is also comfortable enough for the gym or lounging at home. Size up for baggy or stick to your fit—there's something for everyone.

Value Beyond Fast Fashion

We're not Kmart or Target. Stoned Pony isn't about $10 tees—it's about unique, limited designs that last. While our Luxe Collection is premium, future drops will include more affordable editions. Every limited release helps fund my long-term dream: building a mind-body-soul refuge for women, children, and animals—especially horses and livestock.

The Attitude

The vibe of Stoned Pony is whatever you need it to be, and we listen, we don't judge. For me, it's about grit and survival: the feeling of being 'stoned in place' like a spooked horse or "napping", then finding the strength to kick myself forward. For others, it might be about the green, paddock days or simply finding humor in survival. Our tees will reflect that spirit with cheeky horse quotes, perfect for gifting your favorite horse human. Stoned Pony is for anyone, from country to coast.

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