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The gray skies didn’t deter visitors from donning bright fashion at Churchill Downs for the 2023 Kentucky Derby.
Fans and spectators of Thoroughbred racing’s First Saturday in May took advantage of the dry skies to showcase the best of Kentucky Derby fashion.
Whether it was dresses, shoes, suits or ties, lots of attendees said they bought their Derby outfits online. Soft, flowing fabrics were popular among women’s looks.
But the men shined bright this year, too, finishing strong down the stretch and setting themselves apart from past performances with nicer hats, elaborate jackets, plenty of bowties and pocket squares. Bright spring colors were on display in the unique outfits, highlighting the season.
“I try to upgrade each year on the fashion front,” said Michael Whitlock, who said he found his colorful hat online.
Michael Whitlock, pictured at Churchill Downs May 6, 2023, found his Kentucky Derby hat after an online search. “I try to upgrade each year on the fashion front,” he said. Amy Wallot
Brandon Garrett found his paisley print jacket on Amazon after getting last-minute tickets to the Kentucky Derby, on May 6, 2023. Amy Wallot
Qwynne Winslow, from Florida, wears a bright citrus themed dress to her first Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. She purchased her fascinator from a shop in her hotel lobby. Amy Wallot
A woman walks to her seat on the day of the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 6, 2023, in Louisville, Ky. (For the Herald Leader/Bryan Woolston) Bryan Woolston AP
Tawanna Gillis is pretty in pink at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. Her fascinator came from the Mad Hatter, dress from Vineyard Vines and her necklace from Tiffany. Amy Wallot
A woman walks to her seat on the day of the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 6, 2023, in Louisville, Ky. (For the Herald Leader/Bryan Woolston) Bryan Woolston AP
A woman walks to her seat on the day of the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 6, 2023, in Louisville, Ky. (For the Herald Leader/Bryan Woolston) Bryan Woolston AP
Spectators in spring colors sit at Churchill Downs on Derby Day, Saturday, May 6, 2023, in Louisville, Ky. (For the Herald Leader/Bryan Woolston) Bryan Woolston AP
Many people went bright for their shoes around Churchill Downs on Derby Day at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Lewis Gardner
Spring was the color theme for many on Derby Day at Churchill Downs ahead of the Kentucky Derby in Louisville, Ky., on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Lewis Gardner
Marnie Rossow based her outfit around her pearl shawl for the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. She made her fascinator from two separate pieces. Amy Wallot
Brandalynn Lugo wears a vibrant yellow fascinator at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. Amy Wallot
Lili Somoano, from Miami, wore a black and gold feathered hat frin Suzy Buckley Woodward Hat Design for the Kentucky Derby at at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. Amy Wallot
A woman in a large, bright hat featuring an oversized rose poses for a photo at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. Amy Wallot
Spectators arrive at Churchill Downs on the day of the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby Saturday, May 6, 2023, in Louisville, Ky. (For the Herald Leader/Bryan Woolston) Bryan Woolston AP
An attendee of the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023, uses pink accessories to highlight his all-black look. Amy Wallot
Brian Rennolds fixes his bowtie at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. He purchased his burnt orange hat for the Kentucky Derby from a Lexington hat shop. Amy Wallot
Children wait in line for their seats on the day of the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 6, 2023, in Louisville, Ky. (For the Herald Leader/Bryan Woolston) Bryan Woolston AP
Rob Schukze poses for a picture at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. This was the fourth time he’s attended the Kentucky Derby. Amy Wallot
Amanda Ahlfeld’s hat for the Kentucky Derby, from Lee’s Design, is accented with race horses at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. Amy Wallot
Carrie Blackwell wears floral heals by Betsey Johnson at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. Amy Wallot
Elizabeth Montgomery pops in yellow at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. Her ankle length dress is from Daphne Taylor, purse from Revolve and the bright pink fascinator from Hat Girls. Amy Wallot
A man watches a race on the day of the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 6, 2023, in Louisville, Ky. (For the Herald Leader/Bryan Woolston) Bryan Woolston AP
Kentucky Derby attendees sport their best smiles (and fashion) at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. Amy Wallot [email protected]
A man walks to his seat on the day of the 149th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 6, 2023, in Louisville, Ky. (For the Herald Leader/Bryan Woolston) Bryan Woolston AP
Charnele Cushing wore large floral earrings for the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. She purchased them from a boutique in Idaho. “I love fashion. Bigger is better,” she said about her earrings. Amy Wallot
Joshlyn Shelby went for a sophisticated look at Churchill Downs for her first Kentucky Derby in Louisville, Ky., Saturday, May 6, 2023. Her black fascinator came from Fancy Girls Boutique and her dress from Shein. Amy Wallot
This story was originally published May 6, 2023, 2:07 PM.
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