The coronavirus pandemic has not only caused engaged couples to change their wedding plans, but has also influenced wedding professionals and wedding-related businesses to pivot their offerings. The JW Marriott New Orleans has debuted a new package aimed at…
Each Wednesday, we tackle wedding etiquette. At times, it’s a reader question or one from a colleague, friend or family member and other times we’ll cover a popular issue. (Note: Questions may be edited for clarity and brevity.) …
This week, a few New Orleans companies made headlines. New Orleans & Company, previously the New Orleans CVB, announced Nov. 23 that for the third year in a row it received a Best of Weddings award from The…
In this whirligig world of quarantine, practicing patience, rescheduling, Zoom meetings and lost deposits for wedding venues, finding the euphoria of a bargain strikes a happy note. Black Friday isn’t just about getting the best TV. As it turns…
As we head closer to the holiday season, many are looking farther and preparing for a better year come Jan. 1, 2021. In the spirit of looking forward, we recently reported on the online wedding registry and planning site…
The coronavirus is not yet finished wreaking havoc on the world. While we are all still social distancing and being safe however, we still need something to celebrate or a way to insert fun into our day-to-day activities. We…
Each Wednesday, we tackle wedding etiquette. At times, it’s a reader question or one from a colleague, friend or family member and other times we’ll cover a popular issue. (Note: Questions may be edited for clarity and brevity.) …
This modern invitation letterpressed in black ink is designed by Smock and printed on smooth cotton white 2-ply paper made exclusively at a historic mill in New England. The use of serif and script fonts help define important information without…
Arguably, we could all agree that it’s time for 2020 to say goodbye. As the holiday season starts, many are looking ahead to Jan. 1, 2021. Similarly, major authorities in the wedding industry are releasing reports on wedding trends…
New Orleans’ city leaders announced the transition into phase 3.3 of reopening the city amid coronavirus pandemic restrictions. As the city reopens, more options are becoming available to engaged couples and the local venues and vendors that offer services…
Each Wednesday, we tackle wedding etiquette. At times, it’s a reader question or one from a colleague, friend or family member and other times we’ll cover a popular issue. This week, we’re running an excerpt from Dee Lane’s etiquette column…
We all know this year has impacted everyone in different ways, especially brides and grooms. But studies have proven that flowers can positively affect a person’s mood, giving people a heightened sense of enjoyment and a better outlook on…
From events celebrating your best gal pals to learning how to keep your wedding dress preserved for decades to come, a lot is happening in the New Orleans bridal scene. First, Wedding Belles bridal boutique on Magazine Street…
Summer in the South is like a marathon for our skin. We move between sweaty temps into cold air-conditioning, from salty days at the beach into chlorine-filled hours at the pool. All the while, for some us the only…
French Polynesia continues to invite honeymooners and other travelers to its various islands during the pandemic and beyond. A negative COVID-19 test is required to fly to French Polynesia, as well as a second test a few days after…
Each Wednesday, we tackle wedding etiquette. At times, it’s a reader question or one from a colleague, friend or family member and other times we’ll cover a popular issue. (Note: Questions may be edited for clarity and brevity.) …
There was a time when all a bride had to decide was whether to wear a tiara or not. Nowadays, it’s very much the trend for brides to accessorize their hairstyle and take their overall look to the next…
Besides the Saints, there is very little that New Orleans gets serious about outside of food. Conversation is peppered with questions like: What’s on the menu? What’s for dinner? What dish are you bringing? Food in New Orleans, Louisiana…
It’s been a tough year for everyone, a year of unfulfilled plans and broken dreams. If it’s any consolation, you weren’t the only couple out there who wasn’t able to get married the way you had planned. And, that honeymoon?…
Fall bridal events are plentiful – and boutiques are ensuring that they are COVID-19 safe – with no signs of slowing down. Five local bridal boutiques have announced trunk show opportunities for brides looking to say, “Yes!” to the…
This month, Built Story, a self-guided tour marketplace outlet, released a new self-guided tour of the best-decorated “spooky” homes around New Orleans. As we continue to navigate the pandemic, a self-guided and socially distant activity is welcome. And this…
Hawaii, with its coterie of enchanting islands, opened up to visitors on Oct. 15. A panoply of its best hotels prepared to greet honeymooners with characteristic aloha spirit, re-opening with classic Hawaiian flair. While the two-week quarantine rules remain…
Two-tiered, almond pound cake iced with American buttercream, in stucco and marble, adorned with sugar dragees, by Swiss Confectionery, swisscakes.net. Three-tiered devil’s food cake, filled with raspberry cream cheese and iced with white buttercream icing, covered in fondant. Decorated…
Each Wednesday, we tackle wedding etiquette. At times, it’s a reader question or one from a colleague, friend or family member and other times we’ll cover a popular issue. (Note: Questions may be edited for clarity and brevity.) …
New Orleans is slowly but surely loosening COVID-19 restrictions, but being cautious, wearing a mask, hand washing and sanitizing and practicing social distancing is still essential to everyday life. In a city that likes to throw a party for…
When the coronavirus pandemic first shut down the city in March, we put together a few resources to help couples continue their planning while social distancing at home. At the time, we're sure everyone thought we'd be back to…
Bride: Elizabeth Claire Sargent Groom: Saul Henry Munoz Jr. Date: June 14, 2020 Ceremony Location: City Park, New Orleans Coordinator: Ibay Photography Gown: Galina at David’s Bridal Bridesmaids’ Dresses: David’s Bridal at David’s Bridal Men’s Attire: Macy’s Rings: Kay Jewelers Florist: Kim through Ibay Photography Photographer: Ibay Photography Hair…
Be a gadabout on a classic road trip, wheeling across backroads. From billboards to funky souvenir shops to wrong turns that lead to serendipitous discoveries (think bygone diners or bizarre museums), a driving vacation presents multitudinous adventures and highlights.…
Each Wednesday, we tackle wedding etiquette. At times, it’s a reader question or one from a colleague, friend or family member and other times we’ll cover a popular issue. (Note: Questions may be edited for clarity and brevity.) …
Smaller weddings have become more popular over the past several years, and this shift couldn’t be more welcome in the age of social distancing. Not only do couples reap the benefits of a more cost-effective venue, but they also…
