Ok, here's the thing. I think we can all admit that as great as the hat and fashion extravaganza that is the Kentucky Derby, it's clear that the Brits have us beat with the Royal Ascot. Just ... hands down. There are times when you just gotta call it like it is because Game Recognize Game. The Derby is in 15 days, but we'll have to wait five weeks for the Royal Ascot. In the meantime, I might have to turn in my passport and start waving the Union Flag.  

The best thing about the Kentucky Derby? The hats! T minus 18 days ... Previews, samplings and snidbits below.
Also, hat mannequins creep me out. Creepy creepy ewskins.