GLADEWATER, Texas — From the fans in the stands to the cowboys and cowgirls entertaining the crowds, rodeo styling is big business. and Western wear is having a moment in fashion right now.

Esquire magazine says for 2025, it's all about Western wear and Elle Magazine declares, "if you thought the Western trend was fading, think again. both the runways and the racks are proving it's just getting started."

The Western styles may have evolved over the years, but one thing hasn't changed, East Texans like to be rodeo runway ready and put their own twist on cowboy chic when they walk into the Gladewater Round-Up Rodeo.

"I grew up every year, me and my papa go out there and watch the rodeo. well, we'll go every night. our favorite night's bull riding night," Graci Hart said.

Hart's love for

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