Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore Partners with Custom Hats by Christine A. Moore Millinery for Preakness 149

Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore is partnering with Christine A. Moore Millinery for Preakness 149. Held in Baltimore May 16-18, 2024, Preakness is the second jewel among the Triple Crown of horse racing, inviting attendees to dress up in hats or fascinators for the weekend’s events. The Preakness hat motto is: "the bigger, the better.” Enter Christine A. Moore, the most celebrated milliner in the history of American horse racing. This Preakness, Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore has partnered with Moore, inviting guests to design a hat before their stay that will greet them upon arrival. What’s more, the designer will host a special pop-up shop in the Hotel lobby all weekend long, that will be accessible to both guests and local Baltimoreans alike.

There are a couple of options for travellers and locals seeking to purchase a one-of-a-kind Christine A. Moore hat for Preakness 149:

Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore guests are invited to order their hats in advance on Christine A. Moore’s website, with customization options available. Their custom hat will greet guests upon arrival at the Hotel for Preakness weekend - and will be shipped directly to their home when the weekend concludes.

Guests and locals alike can shop the Christine A. Moore Preakness Pop-Up in the lobby at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore on Thursday, May 16 and Saturday, May 18, 2024. The pop-up includes a personal meet and greet with the designer plus the opportunity to try on a variety of hats, make any needed adjustments, and enjoy spirits and light bites:

• Thursday, May 16 - 9:00 am to 6:00 am - From 4:30 to 5:30 pm, enjoy a Meet & Greet plus complimentary Black-Eyed Susan Mocktails and gourmet nibbles prepared by Executive Chef Tristan Baker.
• Friday, May 17 - 9:00 am to 6:00 pm - From 4:30 to 5:30 pm, enjoy a Meet & Greet plus complimentary Black-Eyed Susan Mocktails and gourmet nibbles prepared by Executive Chef Tristan Baker.
• Saturday, May 18 – 9:00 am to 11:00 am

Preakness weekend is filled with festivity. The Hotel lobby will feature beautiful floral arrangements from local florist Flowers & Fancies in celebration of Black-Eyed Susan Day and Preakness 149. The Hotel is a must-visit destination, all weekend long.

Moore’s extensive resume includes being named the Feature Milliner of the Kentucky Derby seven times. Her hats have been displayed on the small and big screen and have been worn by A-list celebrities, politicians, and professional athletes. Each hat is individually made with care, dyed to the desired colour, blocked on wooden forms, and wired and lined with a signature hand-made trim. Moore’s work is known for its quality, elegance, attention to detail, and high-quality fabric. The team at Four Seasons Hotel Baltimore is thrilled to partner with Moore for Preakness 149, outfitting both guests and locals alike with stylish hats for an unforgettable weekend at the racetrack.