Kentucky Derby Style: Bright Blue * Lou What Wear

Today’s look feels fancy to me. It may be because I feel like Lee – today’s friend/model – is fancy (she’s always on the best vacations) or it may be the Kenzie Kapp fascinator but I feel like this is a have tickets to the {Turf Club/Jockey Club Suites/5th Floor Clubhouse} fancy. Okay but not too fancy and definitely not stuffy but just like you should be hanging in a elite area of the track. It doesn’t hurt that this fascinator is beyond fabulous. I love the floral/feather pairing and again, anything with height is a friend of mine.

I’ve clearly been digging a lot of the more non-traditional Derby looks this year with lots of rompers and skirt combos and this crop combo is one of my favorites – maybe cause it looks like a dress here but can offer way more options. This Milly cropped tank could end up being one of the most versatile pieces in your closet. Wear it with high-waisted skirts, shorts or denim (would look so cute with dark flares). This skirt will also get lots of wear and could go just as easily with a tee and ankle boots as it would with heels and a great blouse for work. Clearly I’m all about stretching your buck when it comes to dropping coin on a Derby look!

If you’re on the hunt for a great dress definitely stop in to see the gals at Clodhoppers. I’ve bought many a Derby dress there and the gals are always honest about what works and what doesn’t. They’ve also got TONS of Milly options along with other great designers like Alice + Olivia, Trina Turk and more. Tell ’em I sent you!

Gotta run because Derby madness at work is consuming my life. Happy Wednesday and remember only 24 days ’til Derby!

What to Wear to the Kentucky Derby * Derby Hats by Kenzie Kapp (3) Milly Crop Top and Skirt – Also Available at Clodhoppers
Blue and Coral Fascinator by Kenzie Kapp
Gold Cuff and Black Matte Pearl Earrings from Dandelion