I Say, Old Chap

I have previously stated my staunch support of hats. Clearly I should move to the UK because they seem to share this obsession. First the Royal Wedding and now the Royal Ascot, which is going on right now, Britian's social calendar seems filled with many a hat wearing opportunity. 

We Americans may have our own derbys, but are sadly lacking in stodgy British folk. Stiff upper lips and a country that loves headgear makes Ascot the best race for people watching. 

The British being British:

Knock-out racing style:

I'm also a sucker for jockey uniforms:

People who were having the most fun:

{Images via: Guardian.co.uk, IBTimes.com, DailyMail.co.uk, Zimbio.com }