Mardi Gras Decor

Mardi Gras isn't a party you attend. It's a season you inhabit. From the first King Cake on Twelfth Night to Fat Tuesday itself, the entire city of New Orleans transforms, and the people who do it right don't wait until the last minute to decorate. They think about it the way they think about everything else they host: with color, style, and original artwork by a New Orleans artist.

Why Mardi Gras Party Supplies Should Be As Colorful As The Festivities Themselves

Mardi Gras has its own aesthetic language: costumes, masks, feathers, and the riot of purple, gold, and green. What it deserves, and too rarely gets, is original, whimsical artwork created by a New Orleans artist who breathes and understands the unique culture. 

The Season Is Too Good For Generic Decorations

I've lived through enough Mardi Gras seasons to understand that the details matter. A Flag or door sign that greets your guests with a regal King Pelican or King Gator lets them know the carnival season has started! My Carnival Collection was created for those who celebrate the artistry, revelry, and traditions of one of the world’s best free celebrations. So, it only makes sense that every piece I draw for this colorful, musical season starts as an original illustration, designed and produced in the city that knows how to celebrate.

Paper Goods Carry The Party Into Every Corner Of Your Home

Mardi Gras party decor that extends from the front door to the bar to the powder room to the Invitations feels like a totally deliberate event. A Flag or Door Sign set the tone. Cups, Napkins and Hand Towels carry the Mardi Gras theme through the gathering. Meanwhile, Gift Tags make every bottle of champagne and hostess gift feel extra special. When the same New Orleans Mardi Gras motifs appear across every element of the party, the whole get-together feels delightfully inspired rather than quickly assembled. My New Orleans Collection is where the full spirit of the Big Easy lives, and it’s sure to make you feel that quintessential joie de vie! “Laissez les bons temps rouler,” as we say in N’awlins!

Handpicked From My Carnival Collection: New Orleans Party Theme Pieces Worth Having

These pieces span flags, door signs, cups, cocktail napkins, invitations, gift tags, favors, hand towels, and curated gift boxes, but my Carnival collection runs deeper than what you'll find here. Regardless, here are the top eight worth knowing about:

  • King Pelican Mardi Gras Door Sign: Made in New Orleans from 6mm PVC, this 14.625" wide x 18.25" tall sign comes with 5 feet of natural jute 2mm twine included for hanging. My King Pelican, the Louisiana state bird, drawn with the boastful authority of Carnival royalty, welcomes your guests and sets the tone for everything that follows.
  • Second Line Carnival Edition Door Sign: Made in New Orleans from 6mm PVC, this 12.5" wide x 17" tall sign also comes with 5 feet of natural jute twine included. My Second Line Dancing Alligators Carnival illustration captures the jubilation of the New Orleans second line parade, featuring two jazzy alligators celebrating Mardi Gras, made to hang on your door for the whole season.
  • Customizable Second Line Carnival Cups: Here, you’ll personalize 16-ounce white or frosted shatterproof cups that are 3.5" wide x 4.5" tall. They’re digitally printed on one side, top-shelf dishwasher-safe, recyclable (#5-Polypropylene), BPA-free, and made and printed in the USA. Sold in increments of 50, feel free to add a name or custom text to make every cup feel like a Mardi Gras souvenir. My cups are the icing on the cake for a curated carnival party, and they let your guests take their beverages to go! However, they’re made to order, so please allow 10 to 14 business days for tailoring to your specifications. Browse my Cups Collection for additional (non-personalized) entertaining options.
  • King Gator Flag & Second Line Flag: Fly your Mardi Gras spirit high with these two spirited flags. The King Gator Flag brings a little swampy swagger to your porch or parade route, while the Second Line Flag captures all the joy and jazz of a New Orleans procession in motion. Both are built to wave proudly through the whole season, from king cake kickoff to Fat Tuesday.
  • Customizable King Gator Cups and Napkins: Make your Carnival table your own with customizable King Gator cups and napkins. Add a name, monogram, or special date to give your gator some personality, perfect for parade parties, king cake gatherings, or a second line send-off that's all yours.
  • King Gator Cups, Napkins, and Hand Towels: Ready to ship and ready to party, this stocked collection brings a playful bayou charm to any Mardi Gras spread. Mix and match to outfit your whole celebration in one swift, gator-approved sweep.
  • Crown Cups and Napkins: Keep it classic and regal with my Crown Cups and Crown Napkins, both stocked and ready for your court. The pearlized cups and coordinating napkins add a touch of fleur-de-lis elegance to any Carnival gathering, fit for kings, queens, and everyone in their royal court.

How To Style A Mardi Gras Gathering With Original New Orleans Party Supplies

The most memorable Mardi Gras parties feel like they belong to someone specific. Here is how I think about creating that New Orleans celebratory vibe across every surface of the celebration.

Start At The Door And Work Inward

The front door is the first impression, and my King Gator, King Pelican, and Second Line Carnival Door Signs hang beautifully from a door knocker, a wreath hook, or a ribbon draped over the transom. The King Gator and Second Line Flags carry that welcome further, waving from the porch or lining the walkway so guests know the party's already in full swing before they even knock. From there, the Mardi Gras illustration carries into the party. The same regal King Gator who greets guests on the front door and on a cocktail napkin at the bar also appears on the gift tags tied to the favors they'll take home. Then, the Second Line dancing alligators on the cup in someone's hand nod to the flag they saw on the way in. That visual continuity is what makes a party feel effortlessly curated.

Let The Stationery Do The Hosting

A Mardi Gras curated party theme extends to the New Orleans style invitation and party favors, and demonstrates that the host thought about every detail. Imagine Crown Notes for party favors, customizable King Gator Notes for thank-yous that carry your name, and matching cups for every guest to take home. These aren't decorative afterthoughts. They're the pieces that make the gathering feel as if it were put together by someone who genuinely adores the season.

When King Cake Party Decor Makes The Biggest Impression

My Mardi Gras supplies stand out and earn their keep throughout the carnival season.

  • Mardi Gras Parties And Parades: A Second Line door sign or King Gator Flag and a set of customizable cups and napkins turn any Mardi Gras gathering into a festive event. Whether you're watching parades from a balcony or hosting a king cake tasting party, my New Orleans-made pieces make the occasion feel as special as the season deserves.
  • King Cake Gifting: For the host who sends king cakes across the nation, a pack of 50 personalized Second Line Dancing Alligators stickers is the additional New Orleans flair flourish that punctuates the delivery.
  • Welcome Bags And Event Gifting: A Second Line Dancing Alligators gift tag tied to a swag bag elevates the tote bag before it's even opened. Customizable Second Line cups, Decals, Kissing Gators notecards, and Crown Notepads make a welcome bag feel like it came from someone who thought carefully about who's arriving. For Mardi Gras events, corporate entertaining, or destination celebrations, these pieces carry the spirit of the season into every guest's hands.
  • Mardi Gras Gifts For New Orleans Lovers: For anyone who loves the city, a piece from my Carnival collection is a gift that connects them to it. My curated New Orleans Gift Box collection or The Venetian Carnival Assortment, with its long pad, notes, and a little playful impudence built in, is one of my favorite gifts for the New Orleans enthusiast who's already seen everything else.

Mardi Gras isn't just a Tuesday. It's a huge part of the place I am proud to call home. Every piece I design for this New Orleans celebratory season is drawn from the city that taught me how to live life.

Frequently Asked Questions

My Customizable Second Line Carnival 16oz Cups take approximately 10 to 14 business days to print and process before shipping. I recommend ordering them separately from any stocked items and placing your order well ahead of the season.

Yes. My door signs are made from PVC, which holds up well in covered outdoor spaces. For extended exposure to rain or weather, I recommend bringing them indoors between uses to preserve the print quality.

Yes. The Customizable King Gator and Second Line A6 Notes are the personalized versions, with 25 customized notes and 25 plain envelopes. They take around 10 to 14 business days to produce.

Absolutely! Think of us as your Mardi Gras Party Supply destination. Bulk gifting options for Mardi Gras Balls, Debutante Balls, Krewe Parties are available for businesses, events, organizations, and client appreciation. For bulk ordering inquiries, please visit alexapulitzer.com/contact or email sales@alexapulitzer.com.

Absolutely! Alexa’s background is in neckwear and scarf design. She can create and manufacture beautiful silk neckties and scarves for you. For inquiries, please email: sales@alexapulitzer.com.

Wholesale pricing is exclusively available to retailers reselling Alexa’s products at their brick-and-mortar locations. For wholesale inquiries, visit the Wholesale Account portal or email sales@alexapulitzer.com.