Browbands are designed to keep a horse or ponys bridle in place. This essential piece of tack is available in several different types, from straight to curved or anatomical, with many styles, colours and materials to choose from (bling or no bling, for example?).Buying a new browband is a more affordable way of updating a horses wardrobe than buying a whole new bridle. Whether you need to replace a broken browband or are just looking to add a little more sparkle or interest, good fit is essential for your horses comfort and to make sure the bridle sits on their head properly.Fitting a browbandBear in mind that browbands arent adjustable, so its important that you buy the right size for your horse.It should be big enough to allow the headpiece to lie comfortably behind the ears. The browband should also lie just below the base of the ears, without cutting into them, but not so low that it is close to the horses eyes. For more information on the different types of a bridle and bridle fit, click here.If you compete, check your membership bodys rule book if you are unsure if a style of browband is permitted at events.For instance, British Dressage stipulates that while a browband must be worn, bridles must be predominantly black, brown, grey or navy and may not be decorated with tassels or any additions to the normal configuration.Shop for horse browbandsHeres our pick of some of the many browbands on the market.Collegiate Plain Browband IVThis classic browband is made from the finest quality European leather and is 2cm wide.Colour: Black or brownSizes: Pony, cob, full or warmbloodRRP 15.25 (US$19.99)Buying in the UK? Purchase hereBuying in the USA? Purchase hereShires Velociti GARA Plain BrowbandA budget-friendly option, this plain browband features elastic within its loop ends. Shires says it will fit most bridles.Colour: Havana or blackSizes: Pony, cob, full or extra fullRRP 7.99 (US$12)Buying in the UK? Purchase hereBuying in the USA? Purchase hereAscot Raised Padded Elasticated BrowbandThis raised browband is padded for increased comfort and has a classic look.Colour: Brown or blackSizes: Pony, cob or fullRRP 11.95Buying in the UK? Purchase hereClassic Curved Contrast Leather BrowbandThis curved browband has contrasting cream stitching and features snap buttons making it easy to take on and off. It comes with a protective sleeve.Colour: BlackSizes: Pony, cob, full or extra fullRRP 38.95Buying in the UK? Purchase hereDyon Collection Anatomic BrowbandThis anatomic browband has cream stitching and brass Dyon pin. A matching anatomic noseband is also available.Colour: Black or brownSizes: Pony, cob, full or extra fullRRP 45 (US$90)Buying in the UK? Purchase hereBuying in the USA? Purchase hereUnicorn crystal browbandThis blingy browband features a curved design and sparkly, Iridescent crystals. Ive used Stampede Equestrian browbands in the past and they are even more eye-catching in real life.The leather is also very soft and supple, so they offer good quality as well as beautiful designs.Colour: Leather: black or brown; Crystals: unicorn 2 row, unicorn 3 row, or unicorn ab/opalSizes: Cob, full or extra fullRRP 37Buying in the UK? Purchase hereLynton V-shaped Diamante BrowbandThis v-shaped browband from John Whitaker has an edge-to-edge diamante design.Colour: Black and silverSizes: Pony, cob and fullRRP 25 (US$32.88)Buying in the UK? Purchase hereBuying in the USA? Purchase hereHorze Magic Carousel II BrowbandThis pretty curbed browband features coloured gem stones.Colour: BlackSizes: Pony, cob, full or extra fullRRP US$35Buying in the USA? Purchase herePretty Ponies Classic BrowbandMade using Italian velvets and satins, the ribbons on this show browband are plaited onto a 1/2 width leather.Colour: Green/navy/goldSizes: 12-16RRP 39.99Buying in the UK? Purchase hereArgentine BrowbandThis polo browband features a pampa diamond pattern which has been hand-stitched.Colour: Navy, red, beige and green on brown leatherSize: 40cmRRP 11Buying in the UK? Purchase hereShow Baroque BrowbandThis handmade browband is decorated with brass ornaments and coloured stones.Colour: Brown black or red leather with a variety stone colour optionsSize: 40cmRRP from 23.20Buying in the UK? Purchase hereHorze Brass Clincher BrowbandThis classic browband features brass detailing.Colour: Black or brownSizes: Pony and fullRRP 17.49 (US$8.75/sale price)Buying in the UK? Purchase hereBuying in the USA? Purchase hereRelated articlesBridles tried and tested for fit, value for money and performanceHandy A-Z guide to horse bits plus fitting adviceParts of a bridle explainedDo draw reins have a place in training?Bridle fit and horse head anatomy *VIDEO*The post Browbands: fitting advice plus Your Horses pick of the market appeared first on Your Horse.