Why buy it when you can procrastinate, overthink, panic and make it yourself? The Parlour whipped up this giant heart backdrop for our Galentineās bash with @gathergulfcoast. Did it stress me out? Absolutely. Did it turn out better than I imagined? Also yes.
Creating The Parlour on Lorraine
When I first moved to the Mississippi Gulf Coast, I struggled to find my place. I had lived all over the country, but something about this area felt hard to infiltrate. I kept asking myself: How do adults even make friends? How do you find people who love doing the same things you do?
Then while planning a graduation party for my stepdaughter, I realized somethingā¦.there werenāt many private, intimate spaces for small gatherings on the coast. People want spaces that feel personal, cozy, and stress-free.
Thatās when I knew: I needed to create something different. A space that wasnāt a venue, but a place where people could gather, connect, and feel at home.
The Parlour reflects so much of who I amāitās ever-changing, just like me. Itās a blank canvas for creativity, a place where people can dream up their perfect event, and I get to help bring it to life. It has also become a place where women-led businesses can grow, where friendships are made, and where community happens.
The best part? Seeing how The Parlour has evolved from a simple idea into a space that truly brings people together. Whether itās a wedding, a baby shower, a workshop, or a business gathering, the magic of The Parlour isnāt just in the decorāitās in the people who fill it.
Have you been to an event at The Parlour? Iād love to hear your favorite memory!
If nothing changes in 2025, it will look just like 2024. This is the year to take chances, do something bold, and step outside your comfort zone. Go to the event. Try something new. Throw the party. Do the thing that scares you. Go out to eat by yourself, attend the event solo, meet someone new, try something new.
Look inward, ask yourself whatās missing, and have the courage to change that in 2025.
Iām so excited for another year of hosting events, helping people celebrate lifeās moments, and continuing to growāas a person, a friend, a significant other, and a business owner. This year, Iām letting go of the things holding me back and making space for whatās ahead.
What do you want to change in 2025? Letās make it happen. Cheers to the next chapter!
More and more couples are discovering that they donāt need a huge crowd to make their wedding day unforgettable. Instead, theyāre choosing something smaller, more meaningful, and intimateācelebrating with just their closest friends and family.
At The Parlour on Lorraine, I work hand-in-hand with you to create a wedding that feels personal, beautiful, and completely stress-free. Whether itās 40 guests or fewer, your day will be filled with love, warmth, and all the special touches that make it uniquely yours.
Choosing a micro wedding doesnāt mean giving up on the magic. It means embracing what truly mattersāeach other and the people who matter most.
Letās start planning your perfect day together. Visit www.parlouronlorraine.com to inquire. I canāt wait to hear your story and help bring your vision to life!
The Couple- The Fallows
Wedding Planner- Brie Garza with @sayyesweddingsandevents
Photography- @eisleyandoak
Catering- @sugeealfordstone
Sometimes, less really *is* more ā Especially when it comes to your guest list. You donāt need a massive crowd or an over-the-top theme to create something unforgettable. The best events are often the most intimate, where every detail counts and your guests actually feel seen.Now, of course, you *want* to invite everyone. But be real, how can you enjoy your own party if youāre busy trying to entertain your entire family tree... and then some?And remember, not everyone will make it, and thatās totally okay. Those who matter will show up, and the ones who donāt... maybe you didnāt really need them there anyway. šš»āāļø Connection happens in smaller circles, and Aunt Sue will survive, I promise....#smallgathering #intimategatherings #microvenue #eventplanningtips #gulfportmississippi #gulfcoastms #mississippiphotographer
This video lives rent free in my brain, youāre welcome.
If yaāll are not at Flamingo listening to the best, you have no idea what youāre missing
Celebrating Alexa and Gather Gulf Coast!
Yesterday marked a special milestone ā the 1-year business anniversary of Gather Gulf Coast, founded by my dear friend, Alexa. Alexa is not just a business owner; sheās a true friend, your biggest supporter. Through the ups and downs, she stands by your side, cheering you on and advocating for you and your business every step of the way.
Alexa wears many (brightly colored) hats ā sheās a dedicated business owner, a loving mother, a supportive wife, and an incredible friend. Her authenticity and passion for empowering small female businesses has been truly inspiring. She built Gather Gulf Coast from the ground up, and Iāve had the privilege of witnessing her incredible journey almost from day one.
Her calm, even-tempered nature and ability to see the best in every situation has taught me to be a better person. So often, I find myself asking, āWhat would Alexa do?ā before reacting. (I donāt always listenš¤¦š½āāļø) Her influence is profound, and I am so grateful for her friendship and partnership.
So hereās to you, Alexa! Thank you for being an incredible friend and mentor. I canāt wait to see what the future holds for you and Gather Gulf Coast. I canāt wait to be a part of it. Cheers to many more years of success and growth! š
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A vintage + maximal event center designed to bring intimacy, creativity, + collaboration together located in the Bayou View area of Gulfport, Mississippi.
