It is never too early to start planning your Kentucky Derby Outfit….That is why I am always living that fascinator life with The Hat Doctor. Continue reading “That Fascinator Life with The Hat Doctor”
Derby Fashion with The Hat Dr., Cicero Waters & Belle Monde
The Kentucky Derby is less than 40 days away! Who is excited? I am! If that is not enough to get you there, then the fact that tickets for the Derby go on sale at the end of the week, should be. So, there is no better time than now to start planning your Derby fashion. I am here to help with fascinators by The Hat Dr. , earrings from Cicero Waters Jewelry and dresses from Belle Monde Boutique. Continue reading “Derby Fashion with The Hat Dr., Cicero Waters & Belle Monde”
Who Is Ready for Derby??
Are you ready for Derby? I’m ready! I have my dress and my fascinator all laid out. What are you wearing? We are a week out from one of the most popular horse races in the US, the Kentucky Derby. It is a tradition if you go to the Derby to wear a hat or a fascinator. I am not a huge hat person, but fascinators are right up my alley. To the point that I am wearing one for my wedding. Fascinators are pretty much all the rage right now and a great alternative to wearing a hat. I think they are great to show your personality or to add a pop of color to your outfit. I have linked many affordable fascinators here and below.
Now on to the dress! What do you wear to the Kentucky Derby? A fancy dress of course. When I get a chance to get all dolled up, I always take it. Going to Churchill Downs on this special day is one of those chances. The Derby is basically a fashion show. The higher the heels and the bigger the hat the better. I bought this dress a couple months ago on sale from Draper James and saved it for this specific event. Isn’t it perfect? (find a similar dress here).
This week heading into the Kentucky Derby there are many fun activities that us locals and out of towners can get involved in, such as Beer Fest, Wine Fest, Boat Race, Pegasus Parade, Chow Wagon and multiple others you can find here.
Happy Derby Week!
XoXo
Alli
Photography: Erin Trimble Photography
A Day at Churchill Downs with the Whisky Chicks and Brown Forman
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A Day at the races is no day at the races without the Whisky Chicks and Brown Forman! The weather was perfect at Churchill Downs, which is one of the most famous horse tracks, stemming from the long tradition of the running of the Kentucky Derby. The atmosphere was great for betting and dabbling in a couple of spirits. Completed by a view from the Brown Forman Suite. The Brown Forman Corporation is one of the largest American spirits and wine companies. Their brands can be found in over 160 countries, which include Woodford Reserve, Old Forester and Jack Daniel’s.
This was all organized for Mother’s Day by the Whisky Chicks. If you do not know who the Whisky Chicks are then you should! It is an organization that allows women of all ages (21+) to come together to embrace the unique taste’s of whiskey. They pride themselves on being libation liberators; meaning they help women appreciate and love cocktails that are outside of their standard norm. They are whisky educators promoting knowledge of a drink that is rich in Kentucky history, and friend facilitators allowing others to meet and form lasting friendships. This Mother’s Day Event was truly wonderful for all who attended.
Want to come to the next Whisky Chicks event? Sign up for a membership here and check out their upcoming events.
*I attended the Mother’s Day at Churchill Down’s Event as the Whisky Chicks’ guest
XoXo
Alli
