Getting Down and Derby

24Mar12

It has begun. The countdown to the Kentucky Derby, hosted by our fair city.  Although multitudes attend the Derby at Churchill Downs, many opt to host parties in their homes rather than fight the maddening crowds. It doesn’t matter if you are here in the Bluegrass state or miles and miles away, you can prep your home to impress both friends and family.  First, let’s get acquainted with the icons associated with the Derby…

The twin spires of Churchill Downs

The Infield. Beware all ye who enter. (see Mint Julep)

Our beloved Thoroughbreds

The brave jockeys that ride them

Mint Julep, you may not like them but you have to have at least one then you can switch to straight bourbon.

The Daily Racing Form (even if you don’t know how to read it, it looks cool)

Derby Hats, from the silly..

…to the stunning.

Red Roses

Derby Pie and please order the original from Kern’s Kitchen.

Images from Churchill Downs, Daily Racing Form, Simply Marvelous, pxleyes.com, and Kern’s KItchen

Eclectic Living can help get your house Derby ready. Browse our furnishings at www.eclecticlivinghome.com.

Eclectic Living Home, Louisville, KY

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