Written by Felecia Williams Owner of My Spa My Way Ah, the holidays – a time of cheer, goodwill, and for some, awkward family gatherings featuring that one special guest star: your ex-partner. If you find yourself in this less-than-ideal situation, fear not! We’ve got your …
Hostess with the Mostess: Holiday Hostess
Season’s greetings from your Hostess with the Mostess! As we usher in the festive spirit, I extend a warm welcome to join our holiday celebration. Today’s gathering promises not just joy but also a culinary journey, as we delve into the art of crafting mesmerizing …
Women Who Inspire: Inspiration Behind the Scenes of Fashion
In the realm of fashion, where colors, textures, and forms converge, there lies meaningful narratives of women who have brought their passions to life with pride, art, and purpose. These women inspire us to believe, that WE TOO can create our own stories of success. …
The Magnitude of Your Presence: Denise Arthur
Denise Arthur – Forever a Louisiana Lady and Legend May the goodness and richness of her life reside in the deepest part of our hearts forever If only you could sense how important you are to the lives of those you meet; how important you …
Broken Ships Still Have Strong Anchors
We have all these New Year’s resolutions, goals, and life changes on January 1 every year. You say I will stop eating sweets, work out more, drink more water, attend church, focus more on myself, and spend more time with the Lord, but how do …
Does the Power of a Woman Determine Her Level of Success?
A woman in a position of power can be a dangerous thing because, more often than not, she is motivated by emotion rather than reason or logic. This is what a man might say. In reality, women in power can function using emotion while also …
Hostess with the Mostess: Lola Inspiration Dinner
How time flies when you’re having fun… or burning the candle at both ends perhaps? That’s exactly what Bevin and I have been doing. I first met this elegant energetic girl with a huge heart twenty years ago while we were making our way through …
Minding the Gap
As a young adult, I never imagined the picture of raising children to involve me lying face down in the yard with turf in my teeth. And yet, here I am. I blame middle school as it is, most assuredly, a contact sport. This fall, …
Dr. Julie Lessiter
Megann McDaniel, another great leader in the area, recently sat down with Dr. Lessiter to discuss her role at LSUS and how other women can step into their own and find their positive vibe. Dr. Julie Lessiter is the Vice Chancellor of Strategic Initiatives at …
The Bayou Woman
Captain Wendy Wilson Billiot, better known as “The Bayou Woman,” takes the term Louisiana Lady to a new level. Captain Wendy is a US Coast Guard licensed captain and this Louisiana Lady has truly done it all. The list of her accomplishments include: freelance writer, …
Women in Business – Jamie Hunt
Content provided by Women’s Business Enterprise National Council Fast Penny Spirits Releases Their Italian-Style Amaro to Louisiana Amaricano and Amaricano Bianca to restaurants and retailers across Louisiana. Based in Seattle and inspired by the founder’s Italian heritage, the company is committed to stirring up change. The …
Empowered Women Empower Women
We’re almost halfway through the year, where are you? Today, women in congress are making their voices heard in record numbers. We have more than 75 million women in the U.S. workforce. We are more educated than ever before, have increased our salary cap more …
Lola Update: Chef Hardette Harris
Lola Magazine has had the honor of bringing you the stories of countless inspirational women and families over the past six years. Here are just a few updates on some of our most heartfelt stories and inspiring women. It has been a challenging couple of …
Hostess with the Mostess: 13 Dishes to Get You Excited About Spring!
A Southern soul food picnic, Easter made easy, weeknight dinners, a cake for every occasion and two cocktails perfect for patio sipping! When the Lola girls called me to talk about the theme for hostess this issue and mentioned doing Louisiana-style food, my heart sank. …
PopDrop Portraits: Telling Stories Through Artful Headshots
Hey there! My name is Hannah Gumbo. I’m a full-time muralist and illustrator creating work that embraces color, positivity and joy from my home in the Cajun Prairies of Eunice, Louisiana. I’ll be sharing my latest outdoor art adventure with you over the next few …
Hostess With The Mostess: Winter Weddings
Cozy fire pits, dining family-style, a reason to wear your grandmother’s fancy fur stole! Some say winter is the most wonderful time of year, and if you agree, it may be wedding season for you. An outdoor winter wedding might seem like a challenge, but …
Fanny Packs of Faith
My mother-in-law wears a fanny pack. Since meeting my husband in 1995, I can’t recall a time when she hasn’t adorned one. I remember wondering as a teenager what she carried in it. Unlike my mother’s large and fashionable handbags, the practical fanny pack only …
Hostess with the Mostess: Fall Entertaining
I have to admit, I am a sun worshiper. I adore the warm rays soaking into my skin all summer long. After winter, at the first hint of spring, you bet I am on my back patio “thawing out” in the sun. But summer doesn’t …
The Legend Returns Home: Kim Mulkey
An Impressive and Inspiring Career Continues at LSU Written by Victoria Arnold Basketball Hall of Famer, Olympic gold medalist, storied college coach and Louisiana native Kim Mulkey has spent decades inspiring athletes and pushing past barriers. Along with her natural athletic talent, Mulkey’s perseverance, endurance …