How to Dress for a Crawfish Boil

May 17, 2020

How to Dress for a Crawfish Boil

Style Guide from a Louisiana Cajun Girl

Born and raised in South Louisiana, crab oil runs through my veins. I know my way around a crawfish boil and I wanted to share some expert tips with y'all.

My Cajun French slang is flowing today so check out my Cajun Slang Cheat Sheet here.

Y'all can take a girl out da swamp, but cha can't take da swamp out da girl.

DO wear something fitted so your clothes won't graze the table, stain your favorite tee. (Pro-tip: If you wear a dress, Ça c'est bon! Quicker bathroom time means you get back to the table faster.)

DO NOT wear white. It will stain! No matter how careful you are, even if T Boy is down a ways, his (or someone else's) crawfish juices can get ya. (I know from experience).

DO wear your hair back in a secure position. Whip out the scrunchies, headbands, bobby pins, and douce yourself in hairspray. The last thing you want is a mouth full of hair when you're shoveling cajun goodness into your mouth. (Pro-tip: wear a ball cap to secure your hair back and protect your precious skin from the sun. Lagniappe: The hat can shield your eyes so ya momma and dem can't see which big one you're going for next).

DO NOT paint your nails or get a manicure when you're fixinto go to a boil, unless you plan on having someone else peel your crawfish (but Sha, don't be that girl.) If you don't have an Ahnvee for pink shimmery flakes on your crawfish, skip the polish. (trust me).

DO go jewelry free (at least from the wrist down.) You don't want crab oil on your wedding ring and bracelets will just slow you down.

DO NOT wear heels, wedges or anything else you might think help put a Gris Gris on your Boo. Wear comfortable shoes because you're going to be standing for hours.