Livvy Dunne Favors Romantic Details in For Love and Lemons Cocktail Dress and Feathered Hat at 2025 Kentucky Derby With Sister Julz Dunne

Livvy Dunne aligned with the Kentucky Derby’s reputation for sartorial Southern charm when she made her debut in a dress by For Love & Lemons with a statement-making hat on Saturday in Louisville, Ky.

On the red carpet, the LSU gymnast posed in the brand’s Dorothy Dot vintage-inspired polka dot cocktail dress. The sleeveless mini featured a sheer black tulle overlay below the shoulders.

She accessorized with a quilted leather white Chanel flap bag, and silver jewelry, including earrings, bracelets and a watch. Completing the theme of derby elegance at Churchill Downs, Dunne topped the look off with a white wide-brim hat with black feather details.

Livvy was joined by her sister Julz Dunne, who wore the Talia maxi dress from Showpo. The white halter-neck gown incorporated straps that formed a keyhole at the bustline, and it was complete with tiered ruffles around the skirt. Blue floral and palm prints throughout matched her blue headpiece.

Livvy is among one of the highest-earning female NCAA athletes, reportedly generating $4.2 million annually through brand endorsements with companies like Vuori, American Eagle, Nautica and Purina.

In March, Livvy modeled a swimsuit by Andi Bagus for the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, which will release in May. Brooks Nader, Camille Kostek, Hunter McGrady, Jordan Chiles, Gabby Thomas and Brianna LaPaglia are some of the names announced for the issue.

The 2025 Kentucky Derby was more than just a horserace, it was also a showcase of whimsical fashion that brought together stars embracing romantic patterns, vibrant colors and fantastical hats. Some of the other appearances on the Churchill Downs red carpet included Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens, Anna Nicole Smith’s daughter Dannielynn Birkhead, Selma Blair, Shaboozey, Morgan Riddle and Alix Earle.