What to Pack for a Romantic New Orleans Getaway Think jasmine courtyards, candlelit jazz, and midnight walks beneath wrought-iron balconies. Pack with intention—pieces that sli...
What to Pack for a Romantic New Orleans Getaway
Think jasmine courtyards, candlelit jazz, and midnight walks beneath wrought-iron balconies. Pack with intention—pieces that slip from golden hour to after hours with quiet polish.
1) Arrival: Elegance at Takeoff
- Romantic slip or sling dress
- Cashmere shawl for cabins and evening breeze
- Ballet flats or refined loafers
- Structured leather tote
- Linen suit in soft beige or pale blue
- Crisp white or ivory shirt
- Polished loafers or suede monks
- Leather weekender/duffel
Accessories: silk eye mask, compact skincare set, leather travel wallet, monogram tag, and personalized mini satchel.
A Local Light: Begin your days at St. Louis Cathedral in Jackson Square, where quiet morning bells contrast with the city’s vibrant rhythm—a sacred pause before indulgence.
2) Daylight: Southern Romance
- Pastel midi in silk or chiffon
- Strappy block-heel sandals or elegant flats
- Woven sun hat; pearl drops
- Top-handle bag
- Linen or seersucker suit
- Pocket square or silk ascot
- Leather loafers
- Minimal dress watch
Pack a slim umbrella—showers are brief but sudden.
A Local Light: Step into the hush of the Ursuline Convent Chapel, the city’s oldest building, where stone walls and soft light remind couples of history’s endurance.
3) Nightfall: Candlelight & Jazz
- Floor-length silk in a jewel tone
- Gold clutch; vintage-inspired drops
- Metallic strappy heels
- Embroidered wrap or silk shawl
- Velvet or silk-blend dinner jacket (midnight or Bordeaux)
- Black dress shirt with satin collar
- Tailored evening trousers; patent shoes
- Cologne with amber or sandalwood
A Local Light: Slip into the candlelit pews of St. Augustine Church in Treme, where gospel and jazz meet at the altar—reminding couples that love has its own rhythm.
4) Jazz Clubs & Cocktails
- Black or gilded fringe dress
- Beaded clutch; silk gloves (optional)
- Satin block-heel pumps
- Charcoal or navy dinner jacket
- Bow tie or slim silk tie
- Subtle pinstripe shirt
A Local Light: Wander past Preservation Hall, where voices rise without microphones—pure and unadorned, like vows whispered only to each other.
5) Brunch & Garden District
- Linen or eyelet midi in ivory or blush
- Low espadrilles or pointed flats
- Straw hat; simple pearl bracelet
- Crisp white shirt with tailored vest
- Cream or pale-blue linen trousers
- Two-tone oxfords
6) The Little Luxuries
- Leather cases for jewelry and watches
- Matching silk robes for the suite
- Portable garment steamer
- Compact film or digital camera
- Travel candle—floral or woody