The Most Bizarre Hats at the Royal Ascot Races

Why Not Wear a Table Setting on Your Head?
In honor of Ascot's 300th anniversary, milliner David Shilling threw together this outlandish hat that consists of candles that spell out Happy Birthday, balloons, a wad of cash and a cocktail glass. The glass, you'll note, is empty. What was that about alcohol and impaired judgment? Photo taken June 14, 2011.

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