New Orleans is practically synonymous with Mardi Gras. Both evoke the parades, the beads, the costumes, the food--the pomp and circumstance. The carnival krewes are the backbone of this Big Easy tradition. Every year, different krewes put on extravagant parties and celebrations to commemorate the beginning of the Lenten season. Historic krewes like Comus, Rex and Zulu that date back generations are intertwined with the greater history of New Orleans itself. Today, new krewes are inaugurated and widen a once exclusive part of New Orleans society. Through careful and detailed research of over three hundred sources, including fifty interviews with members of these organizations, author and New Orleans native Rosary O'Neill explores this storied institution, its antebellum roots and its effects in the twenty-first century.

Winner of the 2003 GOLD Benjamin Franklin Award from Publisher's Marketing Association, MASKING AND MADNESS: MARDI GRAS IN NEW ORLEANS is the only book devoted to the costumes of Carnival, a luminous portrait of the celebration that defines America’s most profanely spiritual city, by New Orleans’ preeminent photographer. More than 170 photographs capture the stunning spectrum of Mardi Gras, New Orleans style.

People are being murdered in New Orleans. A message is being left at each death: "Courtesy of the Costumed Hero." FBI agent Frank McDina and New Orleans policeman Scott Bienvenu are assigned to investigate, but are having little luck. The murder fashions himself as a superhero, and the crime scenes indicate almost supernatural abilities, but this Costumed Hero is acting more like a serial killer. They must seek out their murderer amongst the corruption and the decadent traditions of New Orleans at Mardi Gras. Let les bon temps rouler. (This is the original, hand lettered version illustrated by Frank Richard. Sample art from the manga version is included at the end.)

Celebrate Mardi Gras Adult Coloring Books Carnival and Venetian Mask in Creative Line Art DrawingsThis Mardi Gras Concept Coloring Book is a Perfect Present for those who Love to Color Decorative, Intricate and Detailed Designs.Order This Carnival, Masks and Masquerade Lover Coloring Notebook to help boost your artistic imagination and unleash your creativity.Great for drawing with colored pencils, gel pens, markers, porous point pens or crayonsJump Start Your Creativity With Spectacular beautiful picturesA Unique and Fun Coloring Gift for Young or Mature Adults With Different levels of detail, from simple to complexPick a random picture to start your coloring journeyIncludes 28 Pages of Intricate Vintage style line art drawings, faces and Mysterious masks, PLUS an assortment of Designs of Mardi Gras Figures and CreaturesEach Drawing is Printed with the Reverse Side BlankGreat for Students and Adults for a Unique and Fun for the Holiday Gifts, Birthday or any special occasionStudents can Explore Their Creativity at School or at HomeA Memorable Mardi Gras Design on the Cover with 15 Samples of Avatar Drawings on the Back CoverMeasures 8.5” x 11” with Softcover Book BindingBlack ... [Read More]

Golden Age costume design was a tremendous spectacle of whimsy, mythology, and satire. Costumes included an extraordinary array of creatures: demons, fairies, magicians, animals and vegetables real and imagined, and a host of others.

Use This Paperback Guestbook To Record Your Guests’ NamesUse this guest book to document the attendance of all of your guests.  This book also is great for:keeping your guests names and addressescreating a list of gifts from your guests; orallowing guests to leave special messages and advice.The Cover - The cover is a sturdy paperback book with a matte finish.  The binding is the same as a standard paperback book. (The journal may need to be pressed open to lie flat.)Size Dimensions - 8.25” x 6” The Interior - The interior of the guestbook holds 30 pages (15 sheets) of blank wide-ruled lined paper.  Now that you’ve got all the details on this guestbook, click the buy button to get your copy today.

Attorney Cameron Reed is not too pleased to be paired off in a court case with Stephanie Bertrand, a New Orleans socialite whose privileged background is vastly different from Cameron’s bayou upbringing. But when Cameron overhears Stephanie’s boyfriend asking another woman out, he feels it his duty to tell her of her financé’s betrayal. Wearing a mask and sneaking into a Mardi Gras ball, Cameron plans to inform Stephanie of her boyfriend’s tryst but never gets a chance. Instead, a tipsy Stephanie delivers a confession. Not only is she not dating the man in question, she is secretly enamored with Cameron. And because Cameron does not return the feelings, she plans to take a job in an Atlanta law firm.Like the wild Mardi Gras festivities, Cameron’s world turns upside down at the news. But how can he make amends to the woman he nicknamed “Deb” for debutante, and convince her to remain in New Orleans — and hopefully in his arms.BOOK DETAILS 
• Contemporary romance 
• Set in New Orleans during Carnival• A novella of approximately 7,500 words 
• PG-rated content: No steamy love scenes! Other books by Cherie Claire:Viola Valentine Mystery SeriesA Ghost of... [Read More]

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NW: 230g If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. I will reply within one business day. The Volto mask is a popular Venetian masquerade-inspired mask because the style is comfortable to wear. It is also called a Larva mask because it used to be mainly white in color, which can make a buyer appear ghost-like when wearing the design. The Volto Mask's Design Many years ago, the Volto mask covered only part of the wearer's face, which allowed the wearer to eat and drink without removing the mask. The style was typically worn by men at the Venice Carnevale and other events, and revelers often wore a black cloak and black tri-cornered hat to complete their costumes. Modern masks are usually full-face designs, available in many colors as well as traditional white. The Volto Mask's Popularity The Volto mask was so popular in Venice hundreds of years ago that it was worn on all holidays, including Sensa Feast Day and Saint Marco's Day. Modern Volto masks are highly collectible. Consumers can buy the style for masquerade parties and later hang them on their walls to decorate their homes. A customer can find a colorful design that matches his or her home decor and can plac... [Read More]

Feathery fashion for Fat Tuesday and beyond. This wild collection of feather masks features the traditional colors of Mardi Gras. Assortments may vary. 12 piece

This Orange Prisoner Halloween Costume allows wearers to take on the appearance of a convicted inmate. It is a convenient piece of Halloween attire that you can complete by simply paring it with your favorite pair of jeans. Available in adult men's sizes, it includes a bright orange Halloween shirt with an inmate number printed on the front. Other accessories, such as matching orange pants (not included), can be added. This adult Halloween shirt costume is made of a poly-cotton

Handmade Children Girl Belly Dance Costumes Kids Belly Dancing Egypt Dance Cloth  NOTE: Please compare the detail sizes with yours before you buy!!! Use similarclothing to compare with the size.Specifications:Gender:GirlsClothingLength:RegularPatternType:Soild Decoration: SequinsStyle:CuteMaterial:ChiffonCollar:O-CollarSleeveLength:SleevelessPackageinclude:1PC Tops 1PC Pants Size Details:Free Size Bust:64CM/25.2" Length:35CM/13.8"SkirtLength:48CM/18.9"

Kids can dress to impress in the Bone Daddy Child Halloween Costume. This fun outfit comes with everything they need for a complete look. The Bone Daddy costume also includes a screen-printed jacket with skeleton bones on it along with pants to match. There are gloves with the finger bones to pull it all together. The boys' Halloween costume comes with a faux shirtfront with a tie attached to it. You can add a cane and a top hat (sold separately) for those kids who want the extra-special look. This fun getup is ideal for Halloween parties, parades and other