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While the horse racing takes center stage at the Kentucky Derby, the hats of derby spectators are definitely a close second. The colorful, overly embellished and over-sized headgear choices are always a sight to see. To celebrate the road to the 136th Kentucky Derby, Maggie Mae Designs and Old Friends have teamed up for an online shopping experience: "Hats Off to the Horses: The Road to the Derby."

This unique Derby hat auction began November 1st and features six months of one-of-a-kind couture Derby hats created by Maggie Mae Designs to benefit Old Friends, a facility for retired horses. Maggie Mae designs are known for their custom couture millenry with hats that are perfectly crafted and tailored to suit each individual's tastes and needs. And what's even better is that all of the proceeds from this auction will benefit retired thoroughbred racehorses that are too old for racing or breeding.

The auction of high-fashion hats will continue through April, as we get closer and closer to one of the most exciting few minutes in sports. Each time a new hat is introduced, bidding is conducted for 10 days on the Old Friends website at www.oldfriendsequine.org or at www.maggiemae.com.

Currently, the "Academy Award" hat seen below is the fifth hat up for bidding. "Academy Award" is a 24-year old stallion and one of the only surviving sons of Triple Crown winner Secretariat. And this gorgeous design is only a preview of what's to come as we reach Derby Day.

- Glam Gal -

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