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The Epsom Derby is one of the most prestigious days in the racing calendar and, of course, one of the most competitive events in the world of hat fashions. Take a look at some of the best on display on June 1, 2007 --Ladies Day at the Derby -- one day before the big race at Epsom Downs. At left, a racegoer wears a hat decorated with peacock feathers.
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The Derby, the second leg of the English Triple Crown, has been run since 1661. After several soggy days, the weather cleared enough on Friday for this crowd to emerge in front of the stands, properly hatted and ready to roar.
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Queen Elizabeth II bows to no one in the matter of hats. Here's her choice for this year's Ladies Day, worn June 1, 2007.
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A young woman peers from under a black feather hat on this year's Ladies Day at Epsom Downs in Surrey, England, on June 1, 2007.
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A woman wears a cheerful pink print with a hat decorated with feathers on Ladies Day at the Epsom Derby in Surrey, England, June 1, 2007.
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A group of women in a bouquet of big hats picnic on shrimp and chips on the viewing lawn in front of the Queen's Stand at Epsom Downs in Surrey, England, on June 1, 2007. The Epsom Derby, the second leg of English racing's Triple Crown, is scheduled for June 2.
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Formal wear, including a morning coat, striped trousers and top hat, are traditional Derby race wear for guys of all ages.
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Is he watching the race or just scanning the ladies in the crowd? A formally dressed racegoer peers through binoculars at Epsom Downs in Surrey, England, on June 1, 2007. Friday was Ladies Day, with the Epsom Derby scheduled for Saturday.