Lost Bandidas
Gardnerville, Douglas County
Meet Amber Bradford Clark — The Woman Behind Lost Bandidas
Raised on a small ranch surrounded by registered Hereford cattle, Amber Bradford Clark’s roots run deep in agriculture and the Western way of life. Growing up, she was actively involved in 4-H, FFA, and the Hereford Association, building a foundation of hard work, creativity, and a love for the ranching community that continues to shape her life today.
Amber met her husband in 2011, and together they began a life filled with adventure, following cowboy jobs throughout Idaho and Montana before eventually settling in Nevada, where they have spent the last 10 years. Along the way, they have built a family and are raising three children whom they homeschool, passing down their love for agriculture, the Western lifestyle, and the values that come with it.
Lost Bandidas started as a side hustle selling clothing and has gradually grown into a thriving business with a personality all its own. Amber wanted to create clothing that reflected her Western roots while remaining affordable for everyday cowboys, cowgirls, and families. Today, Lost Bandidas features Amber’s original drawings and designs on unique clothing pieces that are “Cowboy Wage” affordable — proving that Western style doesn’t have to come with a high price tag.
In 2025, Amber decided to take a leap and explore another creative passion: leatherwork. Although she had done some braiding earlier in her marriage, working with braiding became difficult with young children around. As life changed and the opportunity presented itself again, she picked up the craft and discovered a whole new creative outlet.
What began as an experiment quickly became a major part of the business. Today, Lost Bandidas is approximately 50% clothing and 50% leatherwork, combining Amber’s original artwork, Western fashion, and handcrafted leather creations. From unique statement pieces to practical, one-of-a-kind accessories, her goal is to make Western-inspired items that are creative, distinctive, and affordable for everyone.
For Amber, Lost Bandidas is about more than just running a business. It is a way to bring her creativity to life, stay connected to the Western lifestyle she grew up in, and build something meaningful for her family. Between homeschooling three children, supporting their agricultural interests, and running a growing business, Amber is proof that a little creativity, a lot of determination, and a strong set of Western roots can go a long way.
Lost Bandidas is Western-made in spirit, creatively driven, and built for real people living the Western way of life. Whether you’re looking for affordable Western clothing or unique leatherwork that stands out from the crowd, Amber is bringing her own vision to the industry — one design and one handmade piece at a time.
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