Say “I VooDOO” to a Magical Bayou Wedding

by Kate Mickere

Are you a Voodoo child? Do you long for the full moon so you and your beloved can light a candle and bind your dolls together in a cosmic magical knot? Or maybe you're just looking for a bayou-styled ceremony that none of your other bride-to-be friends would ever dare to try!

Here are 11 ways to have a Voodoo inspired wedding:

1. Behind the Mask

You can't harness the power of old New Orleans without a pair of stunning Mardi Gras masks.

2. Save the Date...

...and stick a pin in it!

3. Voodoo Venue

The House of Blues in New Orleans has it's own Voodoo Garden that's perfect for some midnight magic, music, and voodoo vows.

4. N'awlins Nuptials

Bloody Mary, a self-proclaimed 11th generation Voodoo Queen, will be the priestess for your wedding ceremony. (And YES, that couple IS kissing a snake.)

5. Hoodoo Handfasting

While hand fasting is an ancient Celtic tradition, it's become a popular part of Pagan and Voodoo wedding ceremonies.

6. Black and White and Witchy All Over

Make sure your Voodoo priestess knows how to properly set up the altar.

7. Sweet Simplicity

Sometimes all you need are a few candles, a bottle of wine and chalk art. Sorry, florists of the world.

8. Twisted Cake Topper

When the wedding is over, your cake topper can double as a pincushion! Sweet!

9. Voodoo Doughnut

Ship in a box of Voodoo Doughnuts from Portland for a totally interactive wedding dessert! (Stab it with the pretzel and it will ooze blood... uh, we mean, jam!) And for the true doughnut fanatic check out this donut shop wedding!