Adore March 2022

FROM THE EDITOR

A s Mardi Gras returned with great fanfare and sparkling weather, New Orleans enjoyed a much needed collective mood-lift. Yes, there are challenges ahead both at home and worldwide, but I am certainly better equipped to face them after taking time to celebrate joy whenever and wherever I find it. Dazzling floats with marching bands parading through the streets —morning, noon, and night —along with camaraderie found on every corner is an homage to our uniquely creative and resilient spirit. It did my heart good. So in this issue, we are continuing to deliver the sunshine, both literally and figuratively. We're bringing you a heavy dose of optimism in our fashion and home décor pages as well as featuring a wedding you're sure to adore with all of its stylish and happy details. Most of all, we are excited to shine the light on a dynamic and diverse group of individuals that fuel our city with their talent, personalities, and love for community. I think you will enjoy getting to know them as much as we did. It's onward and upward from here —Jazz Fest, crawfish boils, graduations….you name it, we're here for it. Cheers to New Orleans.

photo by joshu a br a st e d

by k at y danos

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ADORE • MARCH 2022