“Each year we have a Project Runway design competition with the students,” said costume shop manager Melissa Shepherd. “This year, six students created an original hat and matching purse with a $40 budget limit to reflect the persona of their imaginary clients.”
Those clients included the typical Derby attendees – a rock star, infield fan, high stakes gambler, millionaire’s row lady and horse trainer’s wife.
The students have loaned their unusual creations to the Kentucky Derby Museum. They will be on display through July 30 at the Kentucky Derby Museum.
UofL faculty, staff and students with ID can receive a two-for-one ticket discount from April 23 to May 23 with the exception of Oaks and Derby days during Derby week. Regular admission to the museum, which includes the exhibit, is $14 for adults, $13 for seniors age 55 and over, $11 for young adults ages 13-18, $6 for children ages 5-12, free for children age five and under.
The Kentucky Derby Museum is at 704 Central Ave.
