Hats Off! The Best Celebrity Kentucky Derby Beauty Style

As we prepare for the Kentucky Derby (just a few short weeks away), we're scrounging up our best mint julep recipe and some fancy fascinators. Above all, we're trying to figure out how to balance a big hat with a bold beauty look. That's why we're taking a look back at how stars do it up at the derby. Read on to see how everyone from Miranda Lambert to Lauren Conrad served gorgeous inspiration in years past — and gave the term "hat hair" a much chicer meaning.

Betty Cantrell
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Betty Cantrell

At the 2016 Kentucky Derby, the Miss America winner wore a sheer hat with coral accents that matched her outfit.

Hillary Scott
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Hillary Scott

The Lady Antebellum singer wore a fluffy fishtail braid under her floppy hat at the 2016 Kentucky Derby.

Gren Wells
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Gren Wells

At the 2016 Kentucky Derby, the screenwriter wore an intricate, web-like headdress.

Tara Lipinski
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Tara Lipinski

The figure skater attended the 2016 Kentucky Derby wearing a red feather-accented fascinator.

Vanessa Lachey
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Vanessa Lachey

The star peeked out coyly from beneath her large black-and-white topper at the 2015 Kentucky Derby, showing off rosy lips and cheeks.

Tara Lipinski
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Tara Lipinski

The figure skater attended the 2015 Kentucky Derby wearing a pretty pastel braided fascinator that mimicked the tones in her dress and hair.

Kendra Wilkinson
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Kendra Wilkinson

At the 2015 Kentucky Derby, Kendra's floppy black hat added even more sex appeal to her beauty look, which was focused around a smoky eye.

Lindsay Ellingson
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Lindsay Ellingson

The model attended the 2015 Kentucky Derby with an elegant maroon fascinator that made her skin look even more luminous.

Courtney Bingham
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Courtney Bingham

Model Courtney Bingham matched her floppy magenta hat to her lipstick at the 2014 Kentucky Derby.

Beth Behrs
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Beth Behrs

At the 2014 Kentucky Derby, Beth's radiant complexion and fiery lipstick hue beautifully complemented her outfit.

Brooke Anderson
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Brooke Anderson

Actress Brooke Anderson tucked an updo under her large sapphire topper at the 2014 Kentucky Derby.

Miranda Lambert
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Miranda Lambert

Miranda accented her bold hair bow with cascading curls and a matching matte lipstick.

Tara Lipinski
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Tara Lipinski

Figure skater Tara Lipinski wore soft shades of pink, peach, and lilac to the 2014 Kentucky Derby, a pretty pairing to her rose-accented hat.

Jordin Sparks
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Jordin Sparks

Beach waves and coral lipstick were all Jordin needed to look fresh under her ivory hat at the 2014 derby.

Angela Bassett
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Angela Bassett

At the 2014 Kentucky Derby, Angela set off her huge floral fascinator with glowing skin and sheer lip gloss.

Lauren Conrad
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Lauren Conrad

Always one for feminine beauty, Lauren Conrad paired her signature glossy hair with pink lipstick and plenty of blush.

Krysten Ritter
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Krysten Ritter

A pop of red on the lips and a flick of black liner comprised Krysten Ritter's look for the 2013 Derby.

Angela Bassett
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Angela Bassett

Actress Angela Bassett tucked her pixie under her elaborate chapeau and opted for rosy cheeks and bold brows.

Jane Seymour
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Jane Seymour

British beauty Jane Seymour looked gorgeous with glossy hair and natural makeup.

Miranda Lambert
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Miranda Lambert

Peach lipstick and inky black eyeliner paired beautifully with Miranda Lambert's beachy waves at the 2013 Kentucky Derby.

Coco Rocha
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Coco Rocha

In 2013, Coco Rocha paired her pink floral fascinator with her lip hue and a sexy cat eye.

Lauren Conrad
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Lauren Conrad

At the 2013 Unbridled Eve Gala, Lauren Conrad opted for brushed-out waves and a sparking brooch.