You won’t believe this but I packed light for New Orleans! It’s the kind of place that you know what you’re going to get up to ahead of time so it’s easy to think about exact outfits that you want; it makes packing for New Orleans a breeze!

In case you don’t know what to do in NOLA, here is my 3-day itinerary and here is an article on the top experiences to have if you’re not planning on just partying on Bourbon Street.

I’ll show you my outfits and give you an in-depth list of what to pack for New Orleans!

Packing List for New Orleans

I’m basing this on a 3-day trip since many people come here for the weekend but just add in more if you’re coming longer.

2 Dresses

2 Tops

1 Skirt

1 Pair of Denim Shorts

2 Light Jackets (depending on the time of year)

2 Casual Outfits/PJs for the Hotel

2 Travel outfits for the Airport

2 Bags

  • 1 smaller bag, the woven “Scafati” bag from Patricia Nash (cute because it could work both in summer and fall)
  • 1 bigger tote bag to carry everything in

Of course in my bag, I have my essentials: Panasonic camera, phone, tiny tan leather Fossil wallet, Chapstick, and Aveda nude lipgloss.

Accessories

A pair of comfortable walking shoes.

I’m so into the Kari sandal from UGG (it’s my favorite) and have them in three colors. I brought the neutral ones on this trip which have a little bit of shimmer and can be walked in all day and night without your feet hurting. Key for NOLA!

Toiletries

For toiletries, I packed the basics

My Exact Outfits for New Orleans

new orleans experiences

Get the dress here, the bag here, and the sunglasses here

Get similar top here, similar skirt here, bag here, sunnies here, and shoes here

cafe du monde

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mosquito supper club

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kohls popsugar collection

Get the sweatshirt here and the leggings here (scrunchies I picked up at Urban Outfitters)

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