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We are excited to announce that Shannon Burton has graciously agreed to become the Public Relations Consultant for Madam Foo Foo Couture. Shannon has been a professional print, runway, fashion, and spokesmodel for twenty years. She has utilized her love of and expertise in social media and marketing to help several local medical aesthetic spas develop their brand and grow their following. 

Shannon is currently a Beauty & Wellness Creator for women over 40, focusing on lifestyle, skincare, and hair. She is also a Victoria’s Secret brand partner. A major highlight of her career came in 2022 when she was chosen from hundreds of thousands of women to walk the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit runway in Miami as one of only seven finalists. 

Stay tuned as Shannon uses her time and talents to further enhance our brand and our media presence. Let’s Get FOObulous together!!! 

Each season, I donate a portion of my profits to thoroughbred rescue and retirement. Therefore, I normally do not donate hats and FOOscinators to other causes.

However, this year I designed “She’s A Lady” and donated this special FOOscinator to the winter fundraiser for CASA of South Central Kentucky. My best friend for the last forty years is the Advocate Coordinator for the agency headquartered in Bowling Green, Kentucky.

After expenses, they raised $130,000 for the agency. I am both thrilled and honored to have been a small part of their sucess!

Please join us on Thursday, March 19, 2026 from 5:00 – 7:00 pm to preview and purchase your favorite pieces from the renowned Madam Foo Foo Couture 2026 hat design collection.

Meet our designer for the last fifteen seasons,  Lisa Lake-Roedemeier,  and enjoy complimentary butler-passed champagne and delicious hors d’oeuvres, while perusing the latest styles for both men and women. Lisa’s original runway-to-racetrack pieces capture the very essence of the storied Kentucky Derby with a twist of Southern charm. Each guest at the “FOO Preview” will have the opportunity to win a FOObulous, one-of-a-kind Madam Foo Foo Couture FOOscinator! 

People love hats. Big hats, small hats, FOOscinators, and FOOdoras. But often, their eye is not drawn to the hat that best suits them. This is normal. 

We all have favorite colors. And, usually, we have a dress, suit or look we want to complement. So some parameters are set. However, most people do not realize that their body type, height, weight, eye and skin color, length and color of hair, and face shape all play a huge role in finding that perfectly FOObulous design. 

For instance, some of us (me) look embalmed in tan or beige. Others are stunning in these neutral shades. I cannot wear many greens. But two of my best friends wear it beautifully. Tall people can wear big hats. Many short or average height women cannot. I can. But I have a friend who looks like a patio umbrella in a big hat! 😁

Frills, lace, and ruffles aren’t for everyone’s personality.  For some, it creates a soft, feminine, and elegant look. Other look like a Little Bo Peep wannabe! 

When you come to me for a custom piece, I take all these things into consideration. Likewise, at our Brown Hotel Trunk Show on Thursday prior to Derby, I try to get to know each guest a bit, evaluate their physical attributes, and help them make the best choice possible. 

I taught psychology at two universities before moving to Louisville. I believe my extensive training helps me both understand my clients and assist them in making great choices. 

Let’s Get FOObulous!