With ladies in big skirts and even bigger hats, and men in pastels, suspenders and their Sunday Best, it would be easy to believe that the Kentucky Derby is more of a fashion event than a horse race. Whether you’re watching the horse races at Churchill Downs or from your couch, you best dress up for this sports event steeped in tradition.
Two ways to dress up for the Kentucky Derby:
AT THE TRACK
Sport Coat: Haspel, $695 | Pants: Haspel, $295 | Shirt: Banana Republic, $90
Bow tie: Jack & Jones, $23 | Shoes: Oliver Spencer, $405 | Hat: ASOS, $25
Wear it Well: Celebrate in true derby fashion with a seersucker suit, a boater hat and slick kicks to match. A patterned tie keeps it fun and playful – after all, it is a game!
ON THE COUCH
Shirt: Eidos Marcus, $174 | Joggers: CWST, $219 | Shoes: Fred Perry, $160
Hat: Goorin, $52 | Bow tie: ASOS, $29 | Watch: Shinola, $550
Wear it Well: Take a casual derby look and make it more casual by swapping structured pants for linen joggers and brogues for brogue inspired sneaks.
Tell Me:
Where will you be watching the Derby this year?
For more weekend style, check out outfit inspirations, here.
