EXPERIENCE THE DERBY AT HOME

HEADS UP! Treat the HAT as the focal point of your canvas! Let it lead the outfit. Some trends in headwear…

For the minimalist: Pillbox – The biggest trend popping on the runway that has trickled down…Pillbox. In leather, natural raffia. (Altuzarra, Chanel)

For the Maximalist: Feathers + floral -- This is about structure and whimsy. Choose lightweight straw or pastel fabrics to make it airy and playful. Add flowers or ribbons, a veil, or a side flourish! (Ref – Tricorn LV collection)

For the Fashion Girlie: Skull Cap -- Embellished with jeweled pins, ribbons, or small fascinators. Can also be paired under a wide brim for a layered effect. (Ref Chase Infinity at The Actors Awards)

Color should feel intentional: bright hits balanced with white, black, or this season's color; shades of red as seen in the style guide.

Texture is everything: feathers, fringe, and 3D appliqués bring the look to life as seen in the style guide.

LADIES-TAKE CENTRE STAGE!

Tactile Texture: Fashion as a feeling -- literally and metaphorically. Fringe, Feathers, Lace, embellishments: Textures and tactile finishes on classic silhouettes in dresses, skirts, jackets, pants, and bags!!

Main Character Energy: Prints become as common as neutrals. Florals, stripes, spots!!! A little retro, a lot of personality!!

Crayola Colors: 110% saturation and pigmentation! Purple, Lime, Orange, Scarlet, Violet

Skirt Suit!!! She’s back and going to be bigger than ever this season and the perfect Derby look! Cropped jackets or blazers with sharp skirts. Pencil or mini! Tweed, floral-embellished. Cropped or high waist. There is a skirt suit to suit everybody.

FOR THE GENTS Light but sharp!

Chambray and lighter fabrics, but worn in traditional suiting silhouettes.

Two-tone! Think a blazer in a popping color and pants in another, like a baby blue jacket with khaki trousers as seen in the style guide. Balance out the statement color of the blazer with a neutral pant.

Hats Matter! Porkpie, fedora, boater are classics, but Newsboy and flat caps provide a modern edge (JFK Jr.)

Popped & Boxed: Blazers are always a classic, but collarless cuts, popped collars, funnel necks, or boxy shoulders add subtle style quirks. (MBJ @ The Oscars, Jacob Elordi in Chanel)

FEET FIRST! Comfort IS KEY! An uncomfortable shoe will ruin your day!!

Two Strap heels are always a win-win — clean, easy, goes with everything as seen in the style guide. In every iteration. Lucite, Gold, Bright!

Closed Toe Wedges: Instead of the chunky, think Mules that are sleeker and more modern. Leather, raffia, suede all work!

Two-Tone Capped Toe! À la Chanel. Flats, Mary Janes, Slingbacks, or Kitten heels!

Ruched Loafers: For girls or guys, it's this season's choice of FLAT. Replacing the ballet! Works with a short dress, a long skirt, or a pant — don't question it.