It’s hard to believe we’re here, but it’s officially the thick of Carnival season. If there’s one thing we know how to do well in this town it’s seamlessly transition from one festive occasion to the next. With that in mind, we have a full issue packed with tips for making the most out of this short, yet full throttle time of year.
Our fashion spread on page 26 features Hedy Rose Kraft, owner of Kraft Management LLC inclusive of Mayweather Boxing + Fitness, donning stunning vintage and vintage-inspired Carnival looks shot on location at The New Orleans Museum of Art. An active member of several philanthropic groups, Hedy prioritizes giving back to the community through her downtown locations. She has supported a variety of organizations and served as the chair for several charity events. Some of these organizations include the Academy of the Sacred Heart, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, Arts District of New Orleans, Audubon Nature Institute, Downtown Development District, Junior League of New Orleans, LSU Health Sciences Center, New Orleans Jazz Museum, Pi Beta Phi Fraternity, Son of a Saint, and Tulane University.
In this issue we also bring you Mardi Gras hosting tricks in our Eat + Drink and What’s Hot columns. And you won’t want to miss the delightful story behind milliner Maria Etkind’s beautiful hats, often seen on Carnival royalty, spotlighted in our Design column.
Although one holiday takes precedence over all others this month in our town, we certainly didn’t forget about Valentine’s Day and Amy Gabriel has curated a fun mix of picks for the occasion on our Fashion page.
Wellness expert Molly Kimball’s column on collagen offers sage advice and evidence supporting why the supplement is a good idea to add to your daily routine.
Lastly, February’s Changemaker, Marianne Cufone with Recirculating Farms, is an inspiration. Learn more about her incredible work on page 24.
Wishing you all a happy and safe Mardi Gras!
