{"id":53706,"date":"2017-04-27T13:53:38","date_gmt":"2017-04-27T13:53:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.enchantedhome.com\/blog\/?p=53706"},"modified":"2017-04-27T17:28:38","modified_gmt":"2017-04-27T17:28:38","slug":"derby-style","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.enchantedhome.com\/blog\/2017\/04\/27\/derby-style\/","title":{"rendered":"Derby style!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Hello friends. Yes, the much anticipated and most glamorous horse race on earth is just less than 2 weeks away, May 6th.\u00a0 It is always something to talk about, and behold whether you are lucky enough to go to the Derby,\u00a0 watch it on TV or host a party just because…..it’s the Derby for Pete’s sake and a heck of an excuse for a party:) We went to one a few years ago and it was one of the most fun, beautiful parties I have ever attended.<\/p>\n

There is no denying a Derby themed party is loads of fun and elegance personified. Plus the fashion, the hats and glamour make it an event that everyone wants to be a part of. Today’s post is dedicated to all things Derby! One of the great things I love about being an American is that we find an excuse to celebrate just about anything….Some great ideas here along with some fantastic resources that you will just adore. Hope you enjoy……<\/p>\n

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So first lets take a look at some very stylish derby parties…..<\/p>\n

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Brit and Co<\/p>\n

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This is an occasion where everyone can get in on the fun<\/p>\n

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What is a Derby without hats!<\/p>\n

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Cigars…absolutely!<\/p>\n

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My gorgeous ginger jars at a mega Derby party by Stizel-Weller \"\" \"\"<\/p>\n

Celebrate and Decorate<\/p>\n

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Garden and Gun<\/p>\n

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Gun n Garden<\/p>\n

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Celebrate and Decorate<\/p>\n

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And in case you want a tried and true Southern Mint Julep recipe, here you go-<\/p>\n

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Lest this finds you wanting or “needing” to throw a Derby party, I am not leaving you without a few great resources-<\/h2>\n

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Naturally I need to share my stylish equestrian mint juleps with you, so love these for any occasions but they are particularly amazing for a Derby event! Click here to see<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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And this stately thoroughbred and glass wine bucket from Vagabond house<\/em><\/a> has been a long time favorite-<\/p>\n

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How about these fabulous pewter equestrian saddle napkin rings that just came back, what a great starting point for any table!<\/p>\n

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These fabulous items below are from a new great company Foxhall Ltd<\/em><\/a>. which has all kinds of fun and unique Derby\/equestrian themed items, love the bottle openers and place card holders. All are hand cast and hand painted. Lovely old world quality…. Visit Foxhall Ltd by clicking here<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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These gorgeous plates are part of their collection<\/p>\n

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And how about Derby themed cookies..these are almost too cute to eat! Love this take on fancy hats. Click here<\/em> to see them over at Treatsbuy Terri<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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Or these from Ali Bee’s Bake Shop, click here for info<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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And these gorgeous cookies are from Cousin Cookies-<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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Now the hats would have to be a whole other post…it is a chance to really show your crazy side (if one exists) clearly it does for these Derby notables. Some of these would make Lady Gaga’s getups look like a Girl Scout…<\/p>\n

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Race fans in fancy hats mingle on the grounds ahead of the 138th running of the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs in Louisville, Kentucky, May 5, 2012. REUTERS\/John Gress (UNITED STATES – Tags: SPORT HORSE RACING) – RTR31N73<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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A woman wears a hat before the 141st running of the Kentucky Derby horse race at Churchill Downs Saturday, May 2, 2015, in Louisville, Ky. (AP Photo\/Brynn Anderson)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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I see this and sorry but first that comes to mind is giant napkin in a mega sized napkin ring..anyone else?<\/p>\n

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Ahhh such a fun idea for a party, kind of has me in the mood to throw one. Love the pomp and circumstance surrounding this epic event. And the hats are another world unto themselves.<\/p>\n

How about you? Do you follow the Derby, throw or attend a Derby party? Do tell! Thanks for stopping by, wishing everyone a fabulous day. Until next time……<\/p>\n

PS We re still up to our ears in porcelain orders, so we are extending it until later this afternoon. Click here to see if you missed it-<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

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