The attire for the ceremony and reception is Black Tie... But creative and FUN! This is New Orleans after all. Don't be afraid of bold patterns, sparkles, feathers, bright colors. Women: floor-length gown, mid-length cocktail dress, or jumpsuit. Men: tuxedo or suit w/jacket and tie Shoes: Women - the streets of NOLA are extremely old. The bride recommends a block heel, and if you'd like, bring a change of shoes to the reception for the second line. **Additional questions on what to wear? Please ask bride directly**
Casual attire for non-wedding events: - Jeans, leggings, and/or shorts (if you run hot), t-shirts, sweaters, etc. - If you'd like to go out to dinner, most places are casual dress. Men can wear henley t-shirts, polos, or button downs. Women can wear sweaters, nice t-shirts, dresses, etc. - Light jacket for at night **PSA: Wear comfortable shoes!! The streets of New Orleans are extremely old and they do not repair any cracks. Do not try to impress anyone in stilettos, you will break your ankle.** - walking shoes, sturdy sandals, block heels for wedding
Due to the 21+ nature of our venue and the city of New Orleans, we have chosen to keep our wedding and reception an adult-only event.
As much as we love meeting new people, we are only able to accommodate those guests formally invited on your wedding invitation. If you received a plus one, they will appear under your name when you RSVP.
Our ceremony starts promptly at 6pm. Doors will open at 5:30pm. The ceremony is located in the ballroom on the third floor of the hotel.
Sticking to a true New Orleans style wedding, we will be having a station style dinner. This style is extremely popular in the south to ensure that the party never stops and guests are always mingling!
Historically, it is usually high to mid-60s during the day and low 50s at night. Remember, we are in swamp land, so no matter the temperature, it will be a bit humid.
Second lining has been called "the quintessential New Orleans art form – a jazz funeral without a body.” Historically, the African-American community began second lines as neighborhood celebrations. There are two parts to a second line. The first line is made up of the grand marshal or parade leader, the band, and whoever is being honored. In a wedding, the bride, groom and wedding party take a position up front. The strutting revelers who fall in behind are referred to as the second line. The leaders of the parade carry decorated umbrellas, while the other participants shake handkerchiefs while they dance. A brass band plays some beats that gets everyone dancing and moving. You can often spot the second-line by bright colored suits and banners.