It’s the best season of all in the Bluegrass. It’s Derby season, so why not decorate your front door to celebrate? After all, it’s the first spot people see when passing by or entering your home. Just drive down any street in Louisville right before Derby to see all the festive wreaths and door hangers. If you’re stumped for Derby front door decor, we can help. We looked around and found a few options, which are available for purchase in stores, online or to make yourself.
Bejeweled horseshoes
Horseshoes are synonymous with good luck. Place this authentic horseshoe, with real dirt from the track inside, above your door, and you may just win the trifecta this year. Okay, maybe not, but you will be showing off your Derby spirit in a rather unique way. Find these bejeweled horseshoes at Hallmark USA-Oxmoor Center for $24.99 each.
Bejeweled horseshoes, which have real track dirt in them, are available for $24.99 each at Hallmark USA-Oxmoor Center.
Hand-painted door and wall hangers
Struggling to come up with ways to decorate the main entrance to your home? Chelle Belle’s Creations has the answers. They sell hand-painted door and wall hangers, standing figures and concrete fleur de lis. Prices range from $35 to $175.
Hand-painted door and wall hangers, standing figures and concrete fleur de lis can be found at Chelle Belle’s Creations for $35 to $175.
Door hanger
As if people didn’t already know where you were this time of the year, remind them in the most stylish way. Add this At the Races door hanger to your door, and they’ll get the message! Find them for $24 at Two Chicks and Co.
At the Races door hanger from Two Chicks & Co.; available for $24
Horseshoe ribbon for a wreath
For all you DIY folks who still need to add the finishing touches to your Derby wreaths, check out this adorable horseshoe ribbon. Tie a pretty bow around that wreath, and hang it up! Find it at Digs Home & Garden for $36 a roll.
For all you DIYers, this horseshoe ribbon at Digs Home & Garden is $36 a roll.
Door hanger horseshoe with burlap
Horseshoes are known for bringing good fortune to those who put them on their door. This one from Celebrations is one of the best ways to show off your Derby spirit and attract the luck you’ll need when placing bets at the track on Derby day. Pick one up for $42.
Burlap horseshoe at Celebrations for $42
Jockey silk wreath
Some people bet on their Derby horse based on the name. Then there are those who choose to abide by the numbers. Still others make their selection based on the colors of the jockey silk. If you fall into that category — and if you enjoy the DIY aspect of decorating — Studio G in Norton Commons has you covered. They offer classes where you can paint your ideal jockey silk starting for $35.
Customize your jockey silk with winning colors — paint it at Studio G in Norton Commons for $35.
Mint julep door hangers
Everyone knows the official drink of the Kentucky Derby is the mint julep. As locals, we know not to order one of these drinks unless we want to be mistaken for a tourist. Instead, why not turn the official drink into your official Derby decor? Try this customizable mint julep door hanger from For Pete’s Sake Pottery for $50 each. (Click on link to order at the Etsy store.)
Mint julep door hangers for $50 from For Pete’s Sake Pottery
DIY wooden jockey and bugler
For bonus points, you can bypass the store and make something yourself. These were just too cute to not mention. We found these festive wooden figures at a home in St. Matthews where the homeowner cut the wood in his garage and assembled the figures himself going off a picture he took of one at a local fish fry. Now that’s the spirit!
This DIY jockey and bugler for your front entry are just too cute not to post!
And for good measure …
Here are some creative ideas we scoped out from the blogosphere.
- Burlap Door Hanger by Must Love Art
- Kentucky Derby Wreath by Cleverly Inspired
- A Kentucky Derby Wreath by Celebrate & Decorate
How do you decorate your door for Derby? Take a picture, share it on Instagram and be sure to tag us — @StyleBlueprintLville.
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