Photos: Preakness is a Pedestal for Men’s Fashion

When we think Preakness attire, our minds often go directly to the wide-brimmed hats, pastel sundresses, and high heels that grace the grandstand. But men are known to show up and show out for the Charm City horse-racing tradition, too.

“I have photographed the women in hats for years, and they are beautiful,” says contributing photographer Lashelle Bynum, “but I love a sharp dressed man.”

When attending the Preakness Stakes a few years ago, Bynum noticed that some of the men’s ensembles were just as impressive as the female ‘fits.

“I mean, they can really put it down,” she says. “The men spend just as much time and money putting their outfits together.”

So this is Bynum’s tribute to some of the dapper-dressed fellas who wandered around the middle jewel of the Triple Crown this year. Below, she showcases 10 looks—including two worn by trimly tykes—that caught her eye.