What a weekend! I just returned from my best friends Bachelorette weekend in New Orleans, Louisiana! After receiving some questions, I thought I would share what I brought to wear and include our itinerary! I’m sharing some of my no-brainer staples along with a few fun pieces I purchased for this trip.

There are a few things that are an absolute must have any time I travel so let me just jump right into those:

The best high-waist jeans. These run true to size and come in several different washes. I own the medium and dark washes

The most comfortable white sneakers. Although I packed a cute pair of heels and ankle boots, I wore these sneakers for the majority of the trip. They are so comfortable for places that require a lot of walking!

My most worn sunglasses. These were a Black Friday purchase and literally go with everything.

My favorite black leggings. These are the most comfortable pair and a total dupe for the lululemon align leggings.

A wide brim hat. Whether its going to be cold, sunny, or rainy a hat is always a good idea. Plus its the easiest way to give a little extra edginess to your outfits.

What to Pack for New Orleans

In addition to the staples, its all about cute and flowy dresses and shoes that are comfortable to move in! There is a lot of walking and dancing that goes on in New Orleans, so its best to plan accordingly. I also suggest wearing a shoe that is easy to clean. I like to wipe my sneakers with a magic eraser if they get dirty!

Comfy Daytime Outfits

outfit 1: hat // floral top // cardigan // belt // jeans // shoes

outfit 2: dress // bag // shoes

outfit 3: jacket // dress // shoes

Evening Outfits

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dress // leather skirt // black bodysuit similar here // leopard bodysuit // heels

Cozy Active/Loungewear

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long sleeve tie-dye pullover // black leggings // white tunic // leopard leggings // white sneakers

Itinerary

DAY ONE:

Breakfast at Cafe Du Monde – must have beignets and cafe au lait. Make sure you get there early as the line gets long. It is a New Orleans staple and a big tourist spot. It’s also cash only.

Lunch at Elizabeth’s. This place was so fun and full of art and character. I had the redneck eggs and a Jalepeno-Pineapple Margarita.

Day Drinking at Bacchanal. Can’t recommend this place enough. You walk in and buy your own wine and cheese inside and then walk out to the back patio where there is live jazz music and tons of tables to sit and enjoy your yummy wine and cheese! There is a full bar inside if you aren’t a wine drinker.

Happy Hour at The Carousel Bar. The bar surrounds an old carousel that spins slowly while you sit. The drinks were great and the ambiance was so cool!

Dinner at Antoine’s. This place is historic and is one of the oldest restaurants in the country. great for large parties. We snagged a private room and the service was incredible. I will say it was pretty pricey and the entrees do not come with sides. I had the Pompano Pontchartrain. Also highly recommend the french onion soup.

We ended the night walking on Bourbon Street and popped in and out of bars. Don’t stray from your group. It can be dangerous and there are some creepers!

DAY TWO:

Brunch at Broussard’s. Jazzy Boozy brunch in the most gorgeous location. The walls were pink with diamond chandeliers. Plus they had a jazz trio that took song requests and would serenade the table. They also have bottomless mimosas and this was one of the best meals I had. If the weather is nice, theres a gorgeous courtyard area for outdoor seating.

Day Drinking at Pat O’Brien’s on Bourbon Street. This place is another historic staple in New Orleans. The invented the drink called “The Hurricane.” We spent most of our time in the dueling piano bar area.

Awakening’s Pole Dance Fitness. If you are down for a fun way to get your heart rate up then I highly suggest this. Don’t be shy! We learned a sexy dance routine, learned how to do some tricks on the pole, and even dabbled in aerial acrobatics! This was so fun.

After this we went back to the condo and ordered carryout from Domenica’s. They have really yummy specialty pizzas but you MUST order the roasted cauliflower and the brussels sprout dish. I’ll be dreaming about that for the rest of time.

Drinks on Frenchman Street. Great live music bars including Cafe Negril, Blue Nile, Snug Harbor, the spotted Cat, and the Mansion.

DAY THREE:

Brunch at Couvant inside the Eliza Jane Hotel. This Hotel is STUNNING. If you are looking for a place to stay I would highly recommend. The restaurant inside served a really great brunch. Get the chocolate croissant, potatoes and bacon.

TIME FILLERS

Walk around the French Market, Jackson Square, WWI museum, and the French Quarter! Magazine street has some really cute shops and great restaurants.