Building the perfect Kentucky Derby look

Tuesday, April 14, 2026
We're getting ready for the Kentucky Derby!

The derby is a popular event of thoroughbred horse racing.

This year is the 152nd running at Churchill Downs.

Building the perfect derby look


But the fashion is also an event in itself, especially the hats.



Kentucky native Jacey Rhorer is a Columbia College Chicago alum and the Official Milliner of the Kentucky Derby Festival. She joined ABC7 to talk about what goes into creating a hat and the design process.
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