Elegant dresses, perfectly tailored suits, elaborate sun hats and fascinating fascinators adorn all 170,000+ guests here at Churchill Downs today for the 142nd Kentucky Derby. Though most guests have come to place a bet on their favorite racehorse, many are also here to show off their Derby fashion. And today, we've seen everything from those sporting brand new designer dresses to those utilizing Derby Day as an early Halloween.
Check out these photos of some of the most dazzling outfits and stunning hats worn to this year's Derby. And don't forget to check out the fashion from Oaks 2016 here.
And of course we found some lovebirds who, in the name of love and all things appropriate for Derby, coordinated their outfits. Here are the best dressed couples at Derby 2016.
Images: Elizabeth Myers
