It’s known as “The Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sports.”
Guests will love these thoughtful menu touches.
Mix things up with our big-batchSweet Tea Mint Julep.
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Prop Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham; Food Styling: Erin Merhar
Not into breaking tradition?
We enjoy aclassic mint julepjust as much.
Set up a mini buffet and bar cart on your porch and pull out extra seating if needed.
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A few rose-themed flower arrangements will set the tone for the event.
Fellas, don’t forget a great seersucker suit fromHaspel.
Add Low Floating Flowers
Not all centerpieces have to be big and expensive.
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Rachael Burrow; Floral Design: Juniper and Jasmine
Include a second arrangement on the buffet table or drinks station.
Fill a glass globe-shaped bowl half-way with water.
Make Dessert Extra Fun
Don’t forget to include something sweet and indulgent for your guests.
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Rachael Burrow, Floral Design: Juniper and Jasmine
TheseFudgy Pecan Bourbon Ballsare perfect for the Derby.
Display them with bakery macaroons or sugar cookies on a tiered stand for easy grabbing with big impact.
When it comes to the prize, there are multiple options it’s possible for you to go with.
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunningham
We found these cute Bet Cards from Fresh Ink.
Play up the party theme at your Derby table setting by attaching place cards to lightweight horseshoes.
Send Guests Off With a Thoughtful Favor
Tie up boxes of themed treats for to-go goodies.
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Rachael Burrow; Floral Design: Juniper and Jasmine
These mini lemon curd cupcakes with horseshoe detail keep the party going even after guests leave.
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Rachael Burrow
Credit: Jennifer Davick; Prop Styling: Lydia Degaris Pursell; Food Styling: Marian Cooper Cairns
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Rachael Burrow
Credit: Robbie Caponetto; Styling: Rachael Burrow and Lindsey Ellis Beatty
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Rachael Burrow
