Naughty N'awlins 2023 Theme Guide
Naughty N'awlins is an event that allows attendees to indulge in their wildest fantasies and desires. As one of the most anticipated events of the year, it’s always a great idea to show up in style, and what better way to do so than by dressing up for the theme night parties? Whether you're attending the Heaven & Hell Ball, the 25th Anniversary Silver Extravaganza, or the Mardi Gras Masquerade night, we’re here to help you stand out and look your best. That's why we created some Pinterest boards for outfit inspiration and giving you shopping tips to help you get ready for the party of a lifetime. So, prepare to turn heads and make a statement with these ideas.
The official themes of Naughty N’awlins 2023:
*Click on the themes for the outfit inspiration boards!
Night 1 - Naughty Pirates & Wenches Party
We’re putting the Naughty in Nautical mischief and finding treasure everywhere for the first p-arrgh-ty of Naughty N’awlins 2023.
Shopping Tip:
If you’re in New Orleans and looking for something “Piratey,” we recommend checking out No Rules at 927 Royal St. in the French Quarter. They have everything you need for both men & women from corsets & bustiers, to leather attachments and jacquard shirts and coats. Perfect for becoming the most irresistible
buccaneer.
Are you an angel? A devil? Or maybe a little both? On the 2nd night of Naughty N'awlins 2023, angels and demons will dance together.
Shopping Tip:
There are a few places to find some devilish or angelic-yet-sexy pieces. We love Hustler on Bourbon St.—just steps away from the main hotel—and also an affiliate of ours. You’ll also find some great toys and props there as well. QT Pie at 241 Dauphine in the French Quarter has great pre-made costumes for men and women, but also a great place to stalk up on your booty shorts, sexy tops, stilettos, wings, and anything that sparkles. You can also find almost any type of tights you can think of, pasties and lashes. You can really create an original outfit that you can use in many different ways for later parties to come by shopping at QT Pie.
Night 3 - 25th Anniversary Silver Extravaganza
Celebrating 25 years of Naughty N'awlins dripping in Silver!
Shopping Tip:
Whether you want to go with a space vibe or something utterly glamorous, you’ll find anything you need in the French Quarter at one of these shops. Again, No Rules is great for silver-Disco-like pieces, but don’t forget to make a pit stop at Gimme at 713 Toulouse St. for sparkling accessories, body glitter, and amazing accessories that you will love taking home and repurposing for future Naughty times.
Night 4 - Mardi Gras Masquerade Ball
Naughty N'awlins always ends with the Mardi Gras Masquerade! Let the good times roll!
Shopping Tip:
You can never go wrong with wearing something sexy and pairing it with a classic and traditional Mardi Gras mask. There are tons of places to get a true Mardi Gras mask, some are more tourist traps than others, but if you’re looking for something authentic, you can find them at the Crescent City Emporium Mask Co. on 332 Chartres St. (in Pirates Alley). Afterward, pair it with something sexy and boudoir-ready at Trashy Diva, where you’ll find glamourous lingerie pieces, robes, pasties with tassels, slips, and everything fit for a burlesque queen.
Other Places to Shop While in New Orleans:
Located at 107 Chartres St., this is a year-round costume shop complete with everything for both men and women, including accessories, props, wigs, face paints, and even an adult toy store in the back! Open late as well!
If you really want to up your costume game, a sure way to do it is by rocking one of the epic wigs from Fifi Mahoney’s! Featured on shows such as RuPaul’s Drag Race, these luxury wigs are one-of-a-kind and made to turn heads. check them out at 934 Royal St. in the French Quarter.
Burlesque is something we hold near and dear to us in New Orleans and we’re proud to be personal friends with the NOLA Burlesque Queen herself—Trixie Minx! She recently opened her shop on 834 Chartres St. in the French Quarter and packed it full of sparkling, pretty things for you to channel your inner burlesque dancer.
