Talking Derby Hats With the Hat Designers

By Jessica Alyea

Part 7 — Bridget Early

Hat by Bridget Early of Mixed Media by Bridget, $200. Photo by Melissa Donald 

Hat designers from near and far send us their best creations for our Derby issue. We asked these experts the hat questions you need to know to put your best brim forward this Derby season.

Talking Derby Hats with the Hat Designers

By Jessica Alyea

Part 6 — Elizabeth Russell

Kentucky Derby Festival princess Andi Dahmer is wearing: Hat by Abbie's Designer Hats, $165. 
Photos by Melissa Donald

Hat designers from near and far send us their best creations for our Derby issue. We asked these experts the hat questions you need to know to put your best brim forward this Derby season.

Talking Derby Hats with the Hat Designers

By Jessica Alyea

Part 5 — June Bale & Gloriela Forsee

Shelby Stephens is wearing: Hat by June Bale at The Willow Tree, $599.

Hat designers from near and far send us their best creations for our Derby issue. We asked these experts the hat questions you need to know to put your best brim forward this Derby season.

Talking Derby Hats with the Hat Designers

By Jessica Alyea

Part 4 — Kenzie Kapp & Rebecca Vance

Kenzie Kapp 

Hat designers from near and far send us their best creations for our Derby issue. We asked these experts the hat questions you need to know to put your best brim forward this Derby season.

Talking Derby Hats with the Hat Designers

By Jessica Alyea

Part 3 — Sarah Havens

Fascinator by Sarah Havens Millinery, $250

Hat designers from near and far send us their best creations for our Derby issue. We asked these experts the hat questions you need to know to put your best brim forward this Derby season.

Make Your Own Hat

Photos and story by Sunni Wigginton

The countdown to the Kentucky Derby has begun, and that means the race is off to create your own personalized Derby look. Dee’s Crafts is a locally-owned craft, gift, and home shop in Louisville. For years, it has been the go-to source for custom-made Derby hats and accessories. Take a look below, as Anna Cooper guides us through a step-by-step process on how to create your own individual Derby hat.

Talking Derby Hats with the Hat Designers

By Jessica Alyea

Part 2 — Lisa Lake-Roedemein & Helen Overfield

Kentucky Derby Festival princess Andi Dahmer is wearing: Hat by Hats Off! By Helen, $155; Earrings available at Davis Jewelers, $240. 
Photos by Melissa Donald

Hat designers from near and far send us their best creations for our Derby issue. We asked these experts the hat questions you need to know to put your best brim forward this Derby season.

3 Steps to Creating Your Own Derby Hat

This year, why not try your hand at making your own Derby hat? Shopping for a hat or fascinator can get pricey as well as a little overwhelming if you are trying to match a specific outfit. Luckily Dee’s, one of Louisville’s most popular craft stores, makes creating your own hat as easy as three steps. You can even throw a fun hat-making party with your girlfriends! Swapping ideas and materials while having some Derby-themed appetizers (see our April issue for great recipes!) and faux Lilies sounds like a perfect plan. Here’s how!

Model Call Alert!

Cassidy Gedling was on the cover of last year's Derby issue. 

We're planning our Derby photo shoots starting next month and are searching for some models who love being in front of a camera. If you're interested, send an email to Tiffany@TodaysPublications.com by January 31 and type "Model Call" in the subject line. Here are a few other things you should include in your email:

•  Recent photo of yourself (Need full body) 
•  Clothing size 
•  Shoe size 
•  Height 
•  Cell number 
•  Availability

Inspiration Monday: Derby Hats

Need to find some inspiration today? Just look at the gorgeous colors, patterns and textures of these Derby hats we couldn't fit into our printed issue this month:

Hats by Bridget Early, Mixed Media by Bridget
www.mixedmediabybridget.com

Vote for Favorite Cover

Do you think we picked the right photo for our April issue cover? Which one would YOU choose? Vote for your favorite!

Today's Woman April 2013 Cover - Main:

The Derby Issue is Out!

Our April issue is hot off the press! Read about:

• Jackie Onassis, Lady Gaga and Katniss Everdeen walk into the Derby... what are they wearing?
• Highlands, East End, Nulu and Old Louisville represent! Derby style that reflects your neighborhood
• Delicious boxed lunches for the track or superb catering for your party