Derby hat ideas

Don't get us wrong, we're totally into all things Kentucky Derby — but for us, the event is really more about the hats than anything else. Sure, the races are exciting and the traditional southern foods that go along with the event are amazing, however the fashion that comes with the Derby is fabulous with a capital "F." If you need proof, just look at these hats. Originally published May 2015. Updated May 2017.

This weekend, a horse named Justify won the 144th annual Kentucky Derby race at Churchill Downs. Whether or not you knew that (or even watched the race), you probably saw a lot of Instagram photos of what people were wearing—because what’s the Derby without giant hats, prim tea dresses, and pastel suits? Street style photographer Lili Holzer-Glier was on the ground to capture the boldest, brightest looks, from neon fuchsia sport coats to butterfly fascinators and several hats of Marie…

DIY creative Kentucky Derby horse racing hat

Kentucky Derby Day is coming up and today I'm sharing LOTS of outfit inspiration, including fun fascinators, hats and dresses.

If a world-class horse racing event is not intriguing enough, what about a spring fashion show where everyone is bringing their A-game with all kinds of extravagant dresses, vibrant hues, and statement hats? Yes, you

There are really just two major annual events that bring celebrities to the Midwest: the Indy 500 and the Kentucky Derby. The latter is coming up on May 2, so you need to learn ASAP how to make a Kentucky Derby hat, whether or not you'll actually…

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Southern lifestyle blogger Stephanie Ziajka shows how to make your own DIY Kentucky Derby hat in today's post on Diary of a Debutante!