Nicholai by Nicky Hilton Equestrian lined over coat with faux leather buckles

Black knee length light over coat with Equestrian details, faux leather buckle closures and pockets. Built for a petite frame, shoulders are slim. From slick patent-leather accents and square silver buckles to horse-whip accessories, Nicky Hilton described her Fall 2008 Nicholai by Nicky Hilton collection as “equestrian meets bondage.” Hilton, who “grew up riding horses,” said she was inspired by the Flying-M ranch in Nevada, owned by her grandfather William Barron Hilton. Equestrian-style blazers were given a jolt of edginess with patent-leather accents on the collar, pocket openings, and edges.”I think [patent leather] makes such a statement. It’s so sophisticated and sexy at the same time,” said Hilton, who showed on March 11 at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios in Culver City—Rhea Cortado