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August 2005

The Kentucky Derby Museum has chosen two hats from the original, couture designs of Penny Rieck's "Hats by Penny" for the Museum's prestigious "Derby Hat Exhibit" for 2005!  Click the thumbnail of the award to see full size.
	This exhibit highlights one of the Derby’s most glamorous traditions – the incredible hats worn on race day!  The Museum considered hats of all types from around the world, including designer and novelty in either men’s or ladies’ styles.  During May and June, the Museum’s distinguished panel of judges selects the “best 20 –30 hats that represent the Kentucky Derby“.  The winning hat designs are now on display at the Museum through June 2006. View the Museum’s website at www.derbymuseum.org or call (502) 637-1111.
This hand-blocked buckram frame is covered with a red satin fabric.  The crown is woven in white and red satin fabrics to be reminiscent of jockeys’ racing silks.  A hand-fashioned white satin bow adorns the front of the brim. On exhibit now at the Kentucky Derby Museum.
	This hand-blocked hat uses cream and black Sinemay straw for the body. The self-sculptured flowers are adorned with pearl sprays. Feathers of black coque and vintage cream spring up  around the flowers.  Russian veiling surrounds the brim.  On exhibit now at the Kentucky Derby Museum.