Our friends at In the Pink in Massachusetts are coming together for a benefit to support mitochondrial disease this Saturday! If you’re in the area please attend! The Derby, a fabulous location and cocktails…what more could we ask? How about a Hat Contest sponsored by Lilly Pulitzer?! As promised tips on Derby hats from Janie are below! Cheers! Saturday, May 1st 2010 4:00-8:00 p.m. 5th floor Rotunda, The Liberty Hotel, Boston Cocktails & Gourmet Treats Auction, Games, Raffles, Fabulous prizes & Ladies Hat Contest Watch the live Kentucky Derby race in high style! Click here to reserve your tickets now or call 800-239-7939 to reserve by phone. Benefit: In memory of Sandra K Russell, who died from MELAS in 2008, proceeds go to support MitoAction’s mission of patient support, education, and advocacy for those suffering from mitochondrial disease What to Wear: Cocktail classy. (Ladies, hats encouraged!)

Janie here with some Derby Hat tips!

LET YOUR HAT BE AN EXTENSION OF YOUR PERSONALITY

It used to be that it was improper for a woman to leave the house without her hat. Times have changed! We are not accustomed to wearing over-the-top fashion hats! If you are more conservative, wearing a hat IN ITSELF is a big step. Choose a hat with a brim that suits your face and frame. Make sure that you will be comfortable….you won’t loose yourself in your hat or topple over form the weight If you are more daring, honey this is your moment to shine. There are no rules…just go for it.

HATS DO NOT MEAN IGNORE YOUR HAIR

Just as much attention should be paid to your gorgeous locks, if not more so. The hat will draw attention to your hair and face, so be sure to ciof! Try not to tuck every last strand or wisp into your hat, let your hair be a part of this experience. Choose your favorite lipstick to bring out your eyes.

BE CONFIDENT

At Lilly Pulitzer this is our favorite tip every day, hat or no…be confident. If you adore it, wear it with pride. Confidence speaks volumes…so get out there and have fun! Wear your hat, don’t let your hat wear you!