Bells are ringing and our April issue is singing songs of love. We bring you three gorgeous local weddings that are sure
to inspire, and our With This Ring writer Megan Holt has spoken with local experts who offer sage advice on topics ranging from fresh-faced big day looks to thank you note etiquette. And, of course, we’ve included gift ideas from local shops as well.
For this month’s Design column, Rebecca Friedman profiles the extraordinary Dr. Sophia Omoro, otolaryngologist, founder, designer, and CEO of odAOMO and founder of the Blooming Lily Foundation. Learn more about Dr. Omoro’s incredible work as a head and neck surgeon and discover the beautiful clothing, jewelry and accessories she creates for odAOMO, which are made in Kenya where she was raised.
We feature another amazing woman, Lori Watts, Associate Director of Development for the American Cancer Society, as our April Changemaker. As is the case with many of our local advocates who have dedicated their time to a meaningful cause, Lori began her work with the ACS as a volunteer. So many are not aware of the multitude of services the ACS offers, from providing temporary housing to cancer patients and their families at the Patrick F. Taylor Hope Lodge to offering transportation to appointments through the organization’s Road to Recovery program. The ACS community is an incredibly valuable one, and we are honored to share a small part in helping to spread the word.
We hope you walk away from this issue inspired by the work that the local nonprofits we highlight are doing daily and with a mission to get involved.
Cheers to all of the happy couples who will be saying “I Do” and celebrating in unique New Orleans style this spring and summer!
