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    At the Derby

    Kentucky's Grandest Celebration of Fashion

    Author Lili Kobielski
    Foreword by Helmut Lang
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    Hardcover
    $45.00 US
    Rizzoli
    11.24"W x 12.62"H x 1.17"D   | 75 oz | 6 per carton
    On sale Mar 24, 2026 | 272 Pages | 9780847842247
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    A visually stunning celebration of the fashion statements that have come to define attending the Kentucky Derby.

    Although the Kentucky Derby is officially about horses, it’s also very much about the spectators, the dresses, the suits, the hats, the blazers—the scene! From the fantastic to the sublime, the sky’s the limit when it comes to choosing a Derby ensemble. From wide-brimmed hats adorned with feathers and flowers that neatly coordinate with tasteful, pastel-colored dresses to over-the-top creations with a Barbie doll straddling a martini glass and holding a toy horse—the Derby has seen it all. 

    Delving into the intersection of high fashion and Southern tradition, Kobielski showcases the vibrant array of styles and personalities that grace the event each year. No longer only limited to women’s fashion, men have stepped up their game in more recent years as well; it’s not totally unexpected to spot a baby-pink striped suit spangled with chestnut horses, among other creations. Through Kobielski’s expert eye we see the Kentucky Derby for the fashion spectacle that it is, as she captures the hats, the suits, and the dresses from the most exciting two minutes in sports. Prepare to be transported to the heart of Churchill Downs, where timeless elegance meets contemporary flair in a celebration of sartorial splendor.
    '“I especially love the diversity of the racegoers and the general ebullience of the crowd. The energy is electric and the huge hats, colorful outfits, and incredible characters make it an endlessly engaging subject.”
    Now, Kobielski has collected the best of her 15,000-odd photographs from the event into a new book, At the Derby: Kentucky’s Grandest Celebration of Fashion." — LILI KOBIELSKI TO VOGUE
    Lili Kobielski is a contributing fashion photographer at Vogue. She’s made a name for herself through her dedicated documentation of the bold and unique fashion statements seen exclusively at the Derby for over a decade. Helmut Lang is an Austrian artist and former fashion designer who has mentored Kobielski throughout her career.
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    A visually stunning celebration of the fashion statements that have come to define attending the Kentucky Derby.

    Although the Kentucky Derby is officially about horses, it’s also very much about the spectators, the dresses, the suits, the hats, the blazers—the scene! From the fantastic to the sublime, the sky’s the limit when it comes to choosing a Derby ensemble. From wide-brimmed hats adorned with feathers and flowers that neatly coordinate with tasteful, pastel-colored dresses to over-the-top creations with a Barbie doll straddling a martini glass and holding a toy horse—the Derby has seen it all. 

    Delving into the intersection of high fashion and Southern tradition, Kobielski showcases the vibrant array of styles and personalities that grace the event each year. No longer only limited to women’s fashion, men have stepped up their game in more recent years as well; it’s not totally unexpected to spot a baby-pink striped suit spangled with chestnut horses, among other creations. Through Kobielski’s expert eye we see the Kentucky Derby for the fashion spectacle that it is, as she captures the hats, the suits, and the dresses from the most exciting two minutes in sports. Prepare to be transported to the heart of Churchill Downs, where timeless elegance meets contemporary flair in a celebration of sartorial splendor.

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    '“I especially love the diversity of the racegoers and the general ebullience of the crowd. The energy is electric and the huge hats, colorful outfits, and incredible characters make it an endlessly engaging subject.”
    Now, Kobielski has collected the best of her 15,000-odd photographs from the event into a new book, At the Derby: Kentucky’s Grandest Celebration of Fashion." — LILI KOBIELSKI TO VOGUE

    Author

    Lili Kobielski is a contributing fashion photographer at Vogue. She’s made a name for herself through her dedicated documentation of the bold and unique fashion statements seen exclusively at the Derby for over a decade. Helmut Lang is an Austrian artist and former fashion designer who has mentored Kobielski throughout her career.
    Lili Kobielski View titles by Lili Kobielski

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