Win the day in stylish headgear.

As with the race itself, Derby fashion has a colorful history of its own.

Even Queen Elizabeth wore a vibrant green-and-pink hat when she attended the Derby in 2007.

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What Does A Derby Hat Look Like?

Often, ladies choose to coordinate their hat with their day-dress to make one colorful statement.

Wearing a printed dress?

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Another idea is to select a secondary color from the pattern and utilize your hat to accentuate that hue.

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What Is A Fascinator?

“If you’re headed to Louisville, a fascinator is easier to travel with.

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It fits neatly into a smaller box, and some are even packable.”

The worst mistake you’re able to make is not wearing one at all!

Here, we’re teaching you how to make a stylish hat on a budget.

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It’s easier than you’d think.

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