Holiday Celebrations

By Lucy M. Pritchett Although originally from California, Lisa Higgins quickly caught Derby fever once she moved here 25 years ago with her husband Sean, a Louisville native. In February 2008, the couple founded Mint Julep Tours and Transportation. Lisa has a background in advertising and special events, and Sean brings his tech expertise to the partnership. “We are now celebrating our 10th Derby season,” Lisa says. “When we started out we had one 14-passenger bus and a van — both of which we parked in the driveway of our home. I used the kitchen [...]

Don't be afraid to take your Derby attire to the next level by embracing bold and bright colors. Shannon Burton and her husband Bart show you how to do it with style.   Shannon is wearing: Dress: INA dress - TJ Maxx - $40 Shoes: Model’s own Clutch: Versona - $10 Necklace: Green Gables stone pendant - Versona - $25 Earrings: Agate gold and green hoop earrings - Versona - $15 Hat: Hats Off By Helen - $195 Bart is wearing: Suit Jacket: Shirts Ties N’ Links - $375 Pants: Shirts Ties N’ Links - $100 Bow [...]

Yes, you can match your lipstick shade with your Derby hat — try it for a look that will be an instant head turner.   Katherine Mitchell is wearing: Hat by Kenzie Kapp Custom Handcrafted Headpieces, $650. Photo by Melissa Donald

Yes, you can match your lipstick shade with your Derby hat — try it for a look that will be an instant head turner. Katherine Mitchell is wearing: Hat by Mary Anderson, $325. Photo by Melissa Donald

Yes, you can match your lipstick shade with your Derby hat — try it for a look that will be an instant head turner. Katherine Mitchell is wearing: Hat by The Willow Tree, $179. Photo by Melissa Donald

Yes, you can match your lipstick shade with your Derby hat — try it for a look that will be an instant head turner. Katherine Mitchell is wearing: Hat by Havens Millinery $360. Photo by Melissa Donald