Hers Bridal Celebrates a Milestone Year in Minden, Louisiana For five decades, Hers Bridal, located in the heart of Minden, Louisiana, has been a place where brides, mothers, and close friends gather to celebrate and shop together. Since 1975, The Home of Your Dress has …
Photography by Chasity Vannatter and courtesy of Rachel Colvard Your wedding week is not an event; it is an iconic moment. It deserves more than preparation—it demands intention, care, and a glow that is truly indelible. At Spa Concepts Aveda, we go beyond traditional bridal …
Shreveport/Bossier City Festie Besties King Cake Crawl | Jan 24 Krewe of Centaur Parade | Feb 7 Krewe of Gemini Parade | Feb 14 Krewe of Highland Parade | Feb 15 Fat Tuesday Children’s Parade | Feb 17 318 Retaurant Week | Mar 1-7 Jon …
Sometimes we think we should have all the answers. Truthfully, we don’t. Oh, how I wish we did. Maybe it’s better that we don’t. I had the extraordinary privilege of planning my daughter’s wedding—one of the most joyful and challenging experiences of my life. Blending …
by Lola Magazine | Photography by John Cain Photography Some creatives never stop seeing the world through a lens of beauty. Even when life leads them down different paths, the calling remains—quietly waiting for the right moment to bloom again. Eddie Colvin is one of …
By Shelly Marie Redmond, RD, LDN Drink More, Fiber Up, & Protein Always (Yes, You Can Still Have King Cake) Every January, I see the same thing happen- people go all-in on extreme plans, cut out entire food groups, and swear off anything fun… only …
A Thoughtful Timeline for Brides, Mothers, and Special Guests By Dr. Lindsey Pennington | Photography courtesy of Dr. Lindsey Pennington Whether you are the bride, the mother of the bride or groom, or a guest attending a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, feeling confident in your skin makes …
Written by Kalgi Modi, MD Pregnancy is a demanding time for the heart. The American Heart Association (AHA) calls it the heart’s “first natural stress test” as the heart works harder to support both mother and baby. Knowing what is normal helps women spot any …
Written By Lola Magazine with The Festie Besties Photography by Paige Melton The Mardi Gras season is upon us, and The Festie Besties are once again gearing up for their annual King Cake Crawl—a delightful tasting event that promises to be even sweeter in its …
A Celebration of Culture and Love: Angelica Valdez & Brandon Bagwell Holy Trinity Catholic Church “I envisioned a wedding that was both romantic and rooted—elevated in style, but grounded in heritage and heart. I wanted the day to reflect who we are: two cultures coming …
Written by Jessica Comegys I still remember the first time I drifted into that sleep story about the Orient Express, one of those honey-voiced narrations meant to soothe you into dreaming. Instead, it electrified my imagination. Suddenly I wasn’t lying in bed in Louisiana. I …
A Bridal Registry Story by Ellyn McKinney I grew up in an era when bridal dreams were shaped not by glowing screens, but by glass cases, velvet-lined displays, and the steady hands of women who loved you. Long before digital wish lists, brides-to-be made thoughtful …
Presented by Lola Magazine There are many ways to welcome the holiday season—but if you know, you know: the holidays begin with Tinsel– a chauffeured shopping experience on Line Avenue in Shreveport. For one magical evening, the doors of your favorite local boutiques, specialty shops, …
Can you hear the holiday jingle in your head too? Can you also hear the record scratch when reality sinks in? Y’all, I’m gonna be so real with you right now—I’m tired. Even as I write this, weeks ahead of the holiday hustle and bustle, …
Written by Lola Magazine | Photography by Hannah Finley If you’re looking to add a touch of sparkle, sophistication, and heartfelt southern charm to your holiday season, make plans to visit The Hotel Monroe, a Hilton Boutique Property owned by Christie and Michael Echols. Nestled …
Holiday Hosting with Grace, Ease & Joy It feels good to be back at the table. For years, I shared recipes and reflections on gathering — always through the lens of a chef and hostess, standing behind a counter, apron tied, candles lit before guests …
By Sarah Overall, Director of Minden Main Street & Economic Development | Owner, Sarah Overall Events I was raised in a Southern home where entertaining wasn’t reserved for special occasions—it was simply a way of life. My mother had a gift for bringing beauty and …
Featuring Balentine & Co. Jewelers | Written by Ellyn T. McKinney There is a quiet kind of magic inside Balentine & Co. Jewelers. The kind that doesn’t sparkle in a display case—but in the way people talk to one another. Soft laughter, familiar greetings, and …
By Sarah McKinney I have a confession to make: Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. There’s just something about the season of giving thanks that resonates so deeply with me. It’s not just a season or a holiday—it’s a state of mind and a heart posture …
Shared by Willow Point Baptist Church Emmanuel. God with us. Then, now, and always. Long before the manger, the star, or the shepherds’ song, the birth of Christ was spoken into history. The prophet Isaiah, writing nearly seven centuries before Jesus was born, declared, “Behold, …
