I love Kentucky Derby parties. Even though I design hats often worn at the Kentucky Derby, I have only attended the Derby once, back in 2009. It was an amazing experience, don’t get me wrong. However I enjoy Derby parties more for many reasons. As a milliner, I am often exhausted on Derby Day from…
It’s that time….just a few weeks before the most famous two minutes in sports…the Kentucky Derby. Whether you are attending the Derby, a Derby party or just want to dress up….here a few ideas. Go Big. The Derby has been about big hats ever since the beginning. Nothing says Kentucky Derby like a large,…
Hats vs. Fascinators Picking a hat vs. a fascinator Fascinator Pros 1. They are smaller and some say easier to wear as they are worn on a headband or comb. Definitely easier to pack for an event. 2. If they get wet, generally fascinators don’t get ruined. 3. Generally less expensive to purchase. 4.…
Spring is officially here and so the rollout of my Spring 2023 hat collection has begun! The theme for this year’s Spring line is, The Rainbow Queen, inspired by Queen Elizabeth II and her colorful style. Queen Elizabeth II famously informed fashion trends around the world for decades and I’ve always admired her unabashed love…
This Spring has been happily eventful with a flurry of activity- and not just in the garden! In April, I partnered with renowned Holly Hill Inn chef, Quita Michel to host my 2nd annual Hat Tea event at Fasig-Tipton here in Lexington. This special event was the launching point for my Savannah Spring Hat…
I never thought we would have the Kentucky Derby in September. We certainly do live in unusual times! What are my suggestions for Derby fashions? Well, as you any Kentuckian can tell you, it will be hot and humid. Probably sunny. In fact, when I first heard that they were moving the Kentucky Derby…
HOW TO IMPRESS WITH YOUR VISUAL DISPLAY Decor wise, I love the idea of finding old trophies and putting roses in them. Filling julep cups with flowers is always a good idea too. I did that for my July wedding. You can order Derby party supplies from many companies. Party City has some fun…
Never in a million years would I have thought I would be writing about a Kentucky Derby in September! But the world is full of surprises and things like our present situation force us to think outside the hatbox! 🙂 The Kentucky Derby this year will be run on September 5th, which is Labor…
Last December, I had an early Christmas present. I found out that my hats would be featured at the Milliner’s Corner at the lovely and historic Keeneland Race Track! My mind then started racing, turning over ideas for my Keeneland Collection, which consists of 45 hats and fascinators. Many are one of a kind designs…
