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Kentucky Derby hats are unique, elaborate, unusual, edgy, loud, and sometimes garish. They are worn to capture attention and are a fashion staple at the annual Kentucky Derby horse race at Churchill Downs every May.

Written by TheVintageFashionGuild


1960s Mr John Kentucky Derby style hat -  Courtesy of pinkyagogo

1960s Mr John Kentucky Derby style hat

Courtesy of pinkyagogo

1960s large Mr. Josephs Kentucky Derby style hat - Courtesy of pinkyagogo

1960s large Mr. Josephs Kentucky Derby style hat

Courtesy of pinkyagogo

1980s Kentucky Derby hat  - Courtesy ladyscarlettsvintage

1980s Kentucky Derby hat

Courtesy ladyscarlettsvintage

1980s Kentucky Derby hat  - Courtesy ladyscarlettsvintage

1980s Kentucky Derby hat

Courtesy ladyscarlettsvintage

1980s Kentucky Derby hat  - Courtesy ladyscarlettsvintage

1980s Kentucky Derby hat

Courtesy ladyscarlettsvintage