SHW125. RIBBONS. For AQHA-approved amateur, youth, novice amateur and novice youth classes, AQHA-approved shows are required to present ribbons or awards through sixth place. The following ribbons are recommended for halter and performance classes:
| 1st place |
blue |
| 2nd place |
red |
| 3rd place |
yellow |
| 4th place |
white |
| 5th place |
pink |
| 6th place |
green |
| 7th place |
purple |
| 8th place |
brown |
| 9th place |
dark gray |
| 10th place |
light blue |
| Grand Champion |
purple |
| Reserve Champion |
purple and white |