Carnival is kicking into gear with a 4-parade weekend starting with Krewe Boheme. Now in its second year, the Bywater/Marigny/French Quarter walking parade is more romantic and beautiful than most. Established by artists, the krewe’s symbol is a green fairy – the nickname for absinthe, a super-intoxicating liqueur. My favorite of the marching clubs was the Merry Antoinettes with their towering, ringleted wigs and elaborate French 18th century, corseted gowns. Tank of the Grammy-nominated Tank and the Bangas served as Queen.
Looking forward to a weekend of festivity ending with my post-Oscar appearance on WGNO’s News With A Twist where we’ll be reacting to the results.
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- Krewe Boheme – Merry Antionettes
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- Tank of Tank and the Bangas
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- Merry Antionettes
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- Merry Antionettes
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- Merry Antionettes
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- my throws
L.A. to N.O.LA 
The night time colors of this parade is spectacular. Great photos, Laura!
I’ll be interested in your post-Oscar results thoughts. Enjoy the show.
Thanks! My camera hates low light and I’m no expert but I muddle through. Had a better lit spot for Krewe du View and Krewedelusion tonight!