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Derby Rain Wear
My fiance and I will be heading to the Kentucky Derby this weekend and it's going to rain! We have reserved seats in the uncovered portion of the grandstands. Any suggestions on what to wear since it's raining?
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Re: Derby Rain Wear
'Next time, just fart.' - BriSox81
[QUOTE]Oh my gosh. Wear shoes that are stuck on your feet. Not flip flops, the mud will suck them off if you have to travel on the ground there. Get a solid hat, a light rain coat (you can get them in stylish trench coat styles) and a good umbrella in case of wind.
Posted by kmbryant2413[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: Derby Rain Wear : I too am heading to The Oaks and The Derby this weekend. A poncho is your best bet, as umbrellas are not allowed in Churchill Downs. Have fun, the derby is AWESOME!
Posted by antibride2013[/QUOTE]
'Next time, just fart.' - BriSox81
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: Derby Rain Wear : Then I am incorrect! Sorry ;-; Have been to derbys', just not at Churchill. Sorry for the misinfo! edit: I can't spells
Posted by kmbryant2413[/QUOTE]
I think it is a absolutely STUPID rule about the umbrellas. I think Churchill is the only track that has that rule. I am sorry, but a poncho does not go with a fancy hat and heels!!! A man definitely made that rule.
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: Derby Rain Wear : Or someone sitting behind the woman with the giant umbrella.
Posted by StageManager14[/QUOTE]
Yes good point for the Grandstands and Millionaires Row; Not so much for the infield crazies. But they get wild anyway. Derby is awesome even in the rain.
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: Derby Rain Wear : I think it is a absolutely STUPID rule about the umbrellas. I think Churchill is the only track that has that rule. I am sorry, but a poncho does not go with a fancy hat and heels!!! A man definitely made that rule.
Posted by antibride2013[/QUOTE]
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: Derby Rain Wear : Lol to the idea that rules about safety should be put aside because they might interfere with your fashion statement. And LOL to the idea that because the rule doesn't take fashion into account it MUST have been created by a man.
Posted by LingerLonger1[/QUOTE]
Sorry ladies, I was attempting to make a joke. Failed miserably on that one. Where we sit, there is a very strict dress code, and that is why I tried to joke about the fashion. OP, anyway, have fun at the Derby, it truly is a wonderful experience.
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: Derby Rain Wear : Yup.
Posted by LingerLonger1[/QUOTE]
Thank You for the heads up.
[QUOTE]Thank you for the suggestions! As much as I hate to cover up my outfit and hat, looks like I'll be packing a poncho:(
Posted by LAllen0819[/QUOTE]
Yes it does stink. OP, What does your hat look like? This isn't sexist, but one of the main aspects of the Derby are women's hats.
Have an awesome time! We went in '08 and it was rainy all morning, but as soon as we got to L'ville from Lexington the rain let up and it turned into a gorgeous day. I hope you have the same luck! We typically go to my parents house in Lexington and picnic @ Kenneland for Oaks and the Derby, but we're staying put this year. I will have to say that Churchill Downs is one of those places with an atmosphere where you'll hardly care if you are in the rain (still take that poncho though!).
I love the umbrella rule, as poeple are generally inconsiderate. My high school football stadium has that rule, too.
Congrats on getting to go! We are planning to do the Keeneland thing next year if we can.
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: Derby Rain Wear : Or someone sitting behind the woman with the giant umbrella.
Posted by StageManager14[/QUOTE]
Maybe the rule also has something to do with the horses. . .horses HATE umbrellas unless someone has taken the time and effort to bomb-proof them against them. And young, high strung Thoroughbreds are NOT bomb-proof, lol.
Stage is probably correct, though.
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