Last year, I was lucky enough to drink a mint julep and see the fast horses at the <a href="http://i0nlyweardresses.wordpress.com/2010/02/08/derby-2009/">Kentucky Derby</a>, one of my favorite memories of my visits to Louisville to see the Boy.    We won't be returning this year but I found this great picture in front of the local theatre – Louisville like most Southern cities has a large collection of public art on display.  The Boy was kind enough to snap this one of a large sea dragon since I love mythical monsters.

I very rarely purchase black dresses but this one is so versatile – since we were going to the theatre in the early evening, I paired it with heels, a dressy purse and a jean jacket for a more casual elegance but the dress is perfect for evening with dramatic heels and chandelier earrings.

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