Derby Day

Ah, The Kentucky Derby a fashion day that rings through the minds of many.  The jockeys wear their best, the horses adorned with hair products, incredible gear, matching colors for their rider and then there are the spectators. The female fashion often seen at the Kentucky Derby is not solely a product of modern times; rather, opulent feminized dress has played a large role in the history of the Kentucky Derby. For a well-to-do late nineteenth and early twentieth century woman, a day at Churchill Downs, especially on Derby Day was an opportunity to be seen in the latest of fashions.  The mass of green, pink, red, yellow, blue, all the colors of the rainbow, blending into one harmonious whole was as http://www.handandglove.com/browse.cfm/classic-ladies-leather-glove/4,343.html.

What would these women have worn? Perhaps surprising to some, local Louisville women would have had the opportunity to purchase dresses and accessories from a talented group of seamstresses. The dresses in the late nineteenth through the early twentieth century would have emphasized a slimmer bustled silhouette than those of years past. The length of these dresses would have assuredly been long, covering the ankles. Due to the fact that the Kentucky Derby is in the spring, silks would have been a good, warm weather choice. Gloves, hats, and perhaps a parasol were also appropriate choices as well. In the 21st century the hat and gloves were still very much in fashion. Inside Hand and Glove is the countries largest selection of incredible gloves for Men and Women.  

Gloves that are more than just warm gloves; there are functional gloves and the most feminine gloves. Some that are un-lined, cashmere lined and silk lined.  The inside of the glove is suede the leather is kid leather and the designs are created by Gaspar Gloves a world renown Hollywood Designer of gloves.  Shown are two such styles.  One made of french mesh and a wrist ruffle with white polka dots.  The "buckskin" leather gloves are extraordinary.  The leather is buttery soft, the color is beyond classy.  This ladies glove will take you breath away whe you touch it and then when you wear it you will take the breath away of the on-lookers.

This ladies crochet glove is charming and easy to wear with a suit or with a sundress.  This type of glove has become a Derby Day favorite in this 21st Century.

I encourage you to experience the charm and fashion of wearing gloves throughout the year!  Gloves are the fashion that will set you apart from the crowd.

Peace * Love * Gloves