Derby

 Add a bit of nostalgia to your Derby outfit using one of these fun items we found around town. Rose embroidered handkerchief, $6, available at Acorn Apparel 502.384.5114. Dried Lavender, $1.65; pin cushion, $15; floral yellow handkerchief, $3; teacup and saucer, $6; mirrored ornate tray, $12; silver dresser set, $55; gloves, $8. All available at Sugar Maples, 812.285.1616. Beaded purse, $65; earrings, $12; Kramer set, $50; shoes, $20. All available at Nitty Gritty, 502. 583.3377. Derby hat, $120, available at Look at that Hat; Macarons, $2.25 (per cookie), available at Macaron Bar, 502.513.4303.Bourbon buttercreams, $1.42 (per buttercream); Barnhart chocolate bar, $9 [...]

Katherine Mitchell is wearing: Hat by TaDah! Shades and Strokes, $180. Photos by Melissa Donald  Let your Derby hat become your crowning glory. Hat by Maureen's Creation, $329. Hat by Simply Laura, $425. Hat by Look at That Hat, $135, 502.724.6294.

Kendall Merrick is the general manager at Oxmoor Center. Photos by Melissa Donald  If you're not comfortable with wearing bold colors, go for a simple understated look without sacrificing style. Choosing a dress or other type of clothing in neutral tones like navy blue, white, and black make it easier for you to add in color wherever you choose — whether it's your jewelry, lipstick, or shoes.      Kendall is wearing (above): Hat by Maureen's Creation, $500. Dress, Banana Republic, $128. Bracelet, $12; earrings, $8; necklace, $15 all available at Versona.  Terryl McCray is an insurance agent for State Farm and [...]

Use this mood board as inspiration for creating a classic Derby outfit that is timeless. Black evening gloves, $14, available at Nitty Gritty,502.583.3377. Velvet clutch, $15; violet + tonic 4 oz. awakening candle by GP CO, $12 Floral necklace, $19; Wire bracelets, $28/ea. All items available at Work the Metal, 502.584.2841. Tasseled pearl bauble earrings, $12. Pearl necklace, $18. Both available at Versona 502.339.4740. Mini horseshoe chocolates, $14, available at Cellar Door Chocolates, 502.561.2940. Horse with rose blanket chocolate figurine, $7.25, available at Schimpff’s Confectionery, 812.283.8367. Coach varsity sunglasses, $88, available at EZContacts.com. Feather fascinator, $195, available at Dee’s. Rose fascinator, $475, [...]

By Holly Hinson Alice Bridges wears many hats, including on occasion a fancy Derby hat as a Churchill Downs Host ambassador, welcoming horse owners to the track on Oaks and Derby days. But she also is a convener, communicator, coordinator, facilitator, community advocate, fundraiser, marketing manager, and health and wellness champion. But throughout all those roles, Alice says “her passion is helping all people to thrive.” For more than 30 years, Alice has been a familiar face in the Louisville community, working for organizations such as Jewish Hospital and KentuckyOne Health to advance mission and [...]

Here's a good starting point for nurturing your crafty side. Find out where you can buy these items and let the creativity begin! Barnhart Derby Chocolate Bar $10, available at Cellar Door Chocolates, 502.561.2940; Bourbon Balls $40, available at Cellar Door Chocolates; Scooter Davidson Beaded Horseshoe $25, available at Kore Gallery, 502.333.4335; Leather earrings $35, available at Scout, 502.584.8989; Emmylou Small Foldover Clutch $37, available at Block Party Handmade 502.589.1133 or 502.873.7571; Bourbon Built Flask $28, available at Regalo, 502.584.8999; Magenta Tulip Hand-Stitched Pocket Square $18, available at the Anchal Project, 502.709.4377; Alyson Thiel Paper Flower $10, available at Revelry, 502.414.1278; Hanna Barnhart 5X7 [...]