Kentucky Derby: Fabulous fashion through the ages

For the 170,000 people streaming into Churchill Downs on Saturday, the 'most exciting two minutes in sports' will take place against a backdrop of big personalities -- and even bigger hats.

READ MORE: Superstitious minds at America's richest race

From flamboyant fascinators, to rose-inspired accessories and even the occasional horse suit, the Kentucky Derby has carved a name for itself as a fashion event where anything goes.



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Hand-crafted hats like something dreamed up from Alice in Wonderland, mix with celebrities flaunting the latest designer wears.

And by the time the Mint Juleps have kicked in, some forgo a headpiece and shoes altogether.

Since it first launched in 1875, the Derby has seen hemlines go up and down, gloves thrown to the wind, and hat brims expand and contract more times than the phases of the moon.

READ MORE: Kentucky fast facts

'If I could describe the Derby in three words, it would be: significant cultural event,' said Chris Goodlet, Curator of Collections at the Kentucky Derby Museum.

'The Derby shares the prestige of races like France's Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, or Australia's Melbourne Cup,' he said, adding 'but I think where it differs is the unique feel. It's such a fun, jovial event.'

We take a look at Derby fashion over the decades.

Flick through the gallery above to see more

READ MORE: The $10 million race

For the 170,000 people streaming into Churchill Downs on Saturday, the 'most exciting two minutes in sports' will take place against a backdrop of big personalities -- and even bigger hats. And by the time the Mint Juleps have kicked in, some forgo a headpiece and shoes altogether. 'The Derby shares the prestige of races like France's Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, or Australia's Melbourne Cup,' he said, adding 'but I think where it differs is the unique feel. It's such a fun, jovial event.' READ MORE: The $10 million race Since it first launched in 1875, the Derby has seen hemlines go up and down, gloves thrown to the wind, and hat brims expand and contract more times than the phases of the moon. Hand-crafted hats like something dreamed up from Alice in Wonderland, mix with celebrities flaunting the latest designer wears. We take a look at Derby fashion over the decades. From flamboyant fascinators, to rose-inspired accessories and even the occasional horse suit, the Kentucky Derby has carved a name for itself as a fashion event where anything goes. We take a look at Derby fashion over the decades. READ MORE: Kentucky fast facts From flamboyant fascinators, to rose-inspired accessories and even the occasional horse suit, the Kentucky Derby has carved a name for itself as a fashion event where anything goes. READ MORE: Kentucky fast facts For the 170,000 people streaming into Churchill Downs on Saturday, the 'most exciting two minutes in sports' will take place against a backdrop of big personalities -- and even bigger hats. 'The Derby shares the prestige of races like France's Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, or Australia's Melbourne Cup,' he said, adding 'but I think where it differs is the unique feel. It's such a fun, jovial event.' Flick through the gallery above to see more And by the time the Mint Juleps have kicked in, some forgo a headpiece and shoes altogether. READ MORE: Superstitious minds at America's richest race 'The Derby shares the prestige of races like France's Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, or Australia's Melbourne Cup,' he said, adding 'but I think where it differs is the unique feel. It's such a fun, jovial event.' We take a look at Derby fashion over the decades. And by the time the Mint Juleps have kicked in, some forgo a headpiece and shoes altogether. READ MORE: The $10 million race READ MORE: Kentucky fast facts 'The Derby shares the prestige of races like France's Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, or Australia's Melbourne Cup,' he said, adding 'but I think where it differs is the unique feel. It's such a fun, jovial event.' Since it first launched in 1875, the Derby has seen hemlines go up and down, gloves thrown to the wind, and hat brims expand and contract more times than the phases of the moon. We take a look at Derby fashion over the decades. Flick through the gallery above to see more Flick through the gallery above to see more 'The Derby shares the prestige of races like France's Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe, or Australia's Melbourne Cup,' he said, adding 'but I think where it differs is the unique feel. It's such a fun, jovial event.' From flamboyant fascinators, to rose-inspired accessories and even the occasional horse suit, the Kentucky Derby has carved a name for itself as a fashion event where anything goes. And by the time the Mint Juleps have kicked in, some forgo a headpiece and shoes altogether. And by the time the Mint Juleps have kicked in, some forgo a headpiece and shoes altogether. From flamboyant fascinators, to rose-inspired accessories and even the occasional horse suit, the Kentucky Derby has carved a name for itself as a fashion event where anything goes.

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