A small racehorse figure sits atop a man's hat at the 143rd Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday, May 6, in Louisville. Gregory Shamus/Getty Images A woman displays orange orchids on her hat. Bobby Ellis/Getty Images A derby reveler treks through the mud in the infield prior to the race. Michael Reaves/Getty Images A woman uses her festive hat as a cup holder before the race. The mint julep is the traditional beverage of Churchill Downs and the Kentucky Derby. Patrick Smith/Getty Images Large and colorful hats are thought to bring good luck to the races or the horse you bet on. Bobby Ellis/Getty Images A woman watches an early race before the 143rd Kentucky Derby. Michael Reaves/Getty Images A derby attendee is concealed by the brim of her hat. Nicholas Hunt/Getty Images Roses are in abundance at the derby, nicknamed "Run for the Roses" for the garland of 554 red roses draped over the race's winner. Patrick Smith/Getty Images A hat is illuminated by the sun as attendees watch the red carpet arrivals. Michael Noble Jr./Getty Images Feathers and ribbons are common decorations on derby hats. See fancy hats from last year's race Getty Images/Getty Images Prev Next
