A collection of dolls makes up the decorations on this unique hat at the 141st running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday, May 2, in Louisville.
A collection of dolls makes up the decorations on this unique hat at the 141st running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs on Saturday, May 2, in Louisville.
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A woman wears an eye-catching pink and yellow hat prior to the Derby. Advice from the Kentucky Derby: If your hat is having a pattern party, keep the dress design simple.
A woman wears an eye-catching pink and yellow hat prior to the Derby. Advice from the Kentucky Derby: If your hat is having a pattern party, keep the dress design simple.
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Bright colors rule the day for spectators watching the paddock area prior to the Derby.
Bright colors rule the day for spectators watching the paddock area prior to the Derby.
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Shades of yellow and orange grace this woman's festive headgear. But fancy hats aren't just for ladies; many men have tried their hand in the past few years.
Shades of yellow and orange grace this woman's festive headgear. But fancy hats aren't just for ladies; many men have tried their hand in the past few years.
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This woman chose an array of colorful ribbons. "Wearing a hat is much like getting into costume, you might be pleasantly surprised to see what type of character you become," says the Kentucky Derby website.
This woman chose an array of colorful ribbons. "Wearing a hat is much like getting into costume, you might be pleasantly surprised to see what type of character you become," says the Kentucky Derby website.
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Fake flowers and a horseshoe came in handy when customizing this hat. Men often wear styles reminiscent of the 1920s.
Fake flowers and a horseshoe came in handy when customizing this hat. Men often wear styles reminiscent of the 1920s.
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Pink flamingos aren't just for Florida and your front yard.
Pink flamingos aren't just for Florida and your front yard.
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In addition to flowers, this hat features the iconic twin spires of Churchill Downs.
In addition to flowers, this hat features the iconic twin spires of Churchill Downs.
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Two girls prepare for the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 2, 2015.
Two girls prepare for the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, May 2, 2015.
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Ginny Keen adorned her hat with festive pins. While she's at the Derby, many hat makers were at parties around the country, vying for prizes for creativity.
Ginny Keen adorned her hat with festive pins. While she's at the Derby, many hat makers were at parties around the country, vying for prizes for creativity.
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