Local Mardi Gras Flair

There is SO. MUCH. STUFF. out there to celebrate Mardi Gras. Whether it’s to throw to wear or decorate your home- it’s ubiquitous this time of year! What is interesting is that VERY little of it is made in Louisiana- and even less so ethically or environmentally conscious. Let’s take a minute and check out some flair that you can buy that is made ethically and/or in Louisiana.

Louisiana-based artist Lorraine Gendron Mardi Gras Indian (Purple)- available at Judy at the Rink

Mardi Gras Mambo Gingham Bow Tie - 100% cotton- made and designed in NOLA - Nola Couture

Handmade purple paper flowers - Flow of Creativity

Atlas Hand Made Paper Beads - Made from recycled magazine paper by women in Uganda- Grounds Krewe

Dat Mambo Shirt - Locally designed and sold at Plush Appeal and Rubenstein’s

Lorraine Gendron Standing Dukes - Available at Home Malone

Biodegradable Glitter made in New Orleans by Free Bird Revolution

Ben’s King Cake Body Butter- Handmade in Louisiana and 100% Plant-Based- available at Miette and Home Malone

Epiphany Throws - Biodegradable Seed Bead necklace and Recycled Costume Fanny Pack