New Orleans Bride Summer 2018

Sweet Seraphim

Historic Tremé home doubles as exclusive and decadent wedding and events space

Glitter Everywhere

How to incorporate this shimmering trend into a timeless look

Wildlife Wonderment

Honeymoon adventures for animal-loving couples

Southern Comfort

Take your hors d’oeuvres to the next level with elevated takes on Southern classics

High Impact

Makeup that works covers, protects, works double-duty and stays put

Real Weddings | Schexnayder-Laiche

Bride: Emily Schexnayder Groom: Robert Laiche Jr. Date: July 14, 2017 Ceremony Location: St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church Reception Location: Magnolia Plantation Gown and Bridesmaids: The Bridal Boutique by Mae Me Men’s attire: Johns Tuxedos Rings: Ramsey’s Diamond Jewelers…

Toast to Tradition

Cheers to the classic cocktail, which adds fun and history to your fête

The Classics

Timeless hairstyles for wedding day glamour

Real Weddings | O’Brien-Hyde

Bride: Maegan O’Brien Groom: Henry Arthur Hyde III Date: February 24, 2018 Ceremony and Reception: Maison Lafitte Coordinator: Elizabeth Burkhardt Events Gown: Wedding Belles Bridesmaids: Bella Bridesmaids Groomsmen: Tuxedos to Geaux Rings: Anton’s Fine Jewelry Florist: Lakevue Florist, Jan Hunter…

Big Easy Bites

An elegant approach to Crescent City cuisine

Topping it Off

The best accessories for bridal hair

Real Weddings | Hull-Kohn

Bride: Kristen Hull Groom: Michael Kohn Date: May 23, 2014 Ceremony and Reception Location: Race + Religious Coordinator: Elyse Jennings Gown: Jenny Packham at Everthine Bridal Boutique Bridesmaids: J. Crew Groomsmen: John Varvatos Rings: De Beers Florist: Kim Starr Wise…

Fanciful Fondant

Artful variations on fondant frosting that take the cake

Spirit of Giving

Gifts for him, her and them

Real Weddings | Frilot-Crosby

Bride: Caroline Frilot Groom: Tac Crosby Date: May 16, 2015 Ceremony and Reception Location: New Orleans Country Club Planner: Ruby and Pearl by Sapphire Events Florist: Mitch’s Flowers Caterer: New Orleans Country Club Cake: Royal Cakery Photographer: Sarah Becker Photography…

FROM THE EDITOR

There is something quintessentially New Orleans about a classically-styled wedding. With a ceremony set in one of the city’s countless historic churches, a second line to or during the cocktail reception and a big party in a hall with…

Eternally Chic

Classic stationery with enduring appeal

Real Weddings | Breland-Rome

Bride: Camille Breland Groom: Gregory Rome Date: March 16, 2018 Ceremony: Rayne United Methodist Church Reception: Pavilion of the Two Sisters at City Park Coordinator: David Naron, Oxford Floral Gown: 2-piece (Watters top, Town & Country skirt), Town & Country…