# Ridiculous Derby Hats Outrageous Headwear from the Kentucky Derby 2009 By Going Like Sixty | Published 2009-05-03 | Celebs Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kentucky-derby-2009-hats References: [bloomacious.ning](http://bloomacious.ning.com/photo/photo/listForContributor?screenName=03q879wb8mgts) Upon looking at these ridiculous photos from the Kentucky Derby 2009, I have to ask: What were they thinking? Didn’t somebody have the grace and goodwill to tell these celebrities that their [Kentucky Derby hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-era-cap) were kind of goofy? I realize that good fashion is in the eye of the beholder and to stand out you have to be dramatic, but these hats from the Kentucky Derby 2009—some worn by [gorgeous women](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specsavers-eyewear)—are pitiful. Aretha Franklin, is that a flying saucer hat? Brooke Shields, you have a mini Titanic sinking on your noodle. And what is up with the [turquoise bird’s nest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daughters-of-rain)? ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.3/10 - Popularity: 88% | Activity: 64% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Celebs](https://www.trendhunter.com/celebs) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Ridiculous Fashion Trends:** Opportunities to capitalize on outlandish clothing and accessories that make bold statements. - **Celebrity Fashion Icons:** Opportunities to create and sell fashionable clothing lines inspired by celebrity wardrobes. - **Fashion Critic and Commentator Industry:** Opportunities to provide services as an influencer, fashion critic or commentator to help guide individuals with their fashion choices. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** The fashion industry should take notice of fashion choices made by celebrities and use them as inspiration for future designs. - **Media and Entertainment:** Media industry professionals should use celebrities' bold fashion statements to pique public interest and generate buzz. - **Cosmetic and Beauty:** Cosmetic and beauty brands could capitalize on these outrageous fashion trends by creating makeup looks inspired by celebrity fashion choices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Whisky-Holding Derby Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-lids.md) - [Striking Artisan Cheese Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rinds-roses-collection.md) - [Wild Animal-Decorated Gowns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schiaparelli-lion-head.md) - [Whipped Cream-Themed Fuzzy Hats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whipped-creamthemed-fuzzy-hat.md) - [Exclusive Hand-Crafted Julep Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/handcrafted-julep-cups.md) - [Avant-Garde Radish Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radish-hat.md) - [Couture Ketchup Dresses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-robe-ketchup.md) - [Anniversary-Celebrating Charitable Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julep-cups.md) - [Elevated Racehorse-Inspired Condiments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chardonneighs-horsey-sauce.md)