How much do New Orleans matchmakers cost?

New Orleans matchmakers range from $1,595/month (VIDA Select, no long-term contract) to $50,000+ annually (Selective Search). Mid-range options include Match Made in NOLA ($3,600-$7,500 for 6-12 months depending on age) and Enamour ($20,000+ for 6 months). Free database options are available at Match Made in NOLA and Selective Search but offer no active search guarantees.

Which New Orleans matchmaker offers the most flexibility?

VIDA Select offers month-to-month packages ($1,595+) with no long-term contracts, allowing clients to pause and restart services anytime. Other matchmakers require 6-12 month contracts: Match Made in NOLA (6-12 months), Enamour (6 months), and Selective Search (6-12 months with upfront payment).

Do New Orleans matchmakers offer discounts for younger clients?

Yes, both Match Made in NOLA and Selective Search offer age-based discounts. Match Made in NOLA charges clients under 35 $3,600 for 6 months or $6,500 annually (versus $4,500/$7,500 for 35+). Selective Search's "Young Executive" membership for under-35s starts at $15,000 for 6 months with up to 6 introductions (versus $25,000+ standard pricing).

Can I join New Orleans matchmaker databases for free?

Yes, Match Made in NOLA and Selective Search offer free database inclusion. However, these are passive memberships where you are only contacted if matching a paying client's criteria with no guarantee of ever meeting anyone. Selective Search requires passing a two-hour screening process for database inclusion.

What is Ann Parnes's background?

Ann Parnes is a New Orleans native who was an attorney for 13+ years, spending 7 years as a prosecutor for Jefferson County DA's office. She launched a life coaching business in 2013, left law in 2014, and transitioned to matchmaking in 2017 after many coaching clients were single. She credits courtroom skills with making her an effective relationship coach.

How does Selective Search differ from other New Orleans matchmakers?

Selective Search brings Fortune 500 executive recruiting expertise from founder Barbie Adler, a former headhunter who applies corporate talent search skills to matchmaking. Based in Chicago with a team of 20 matchmakers, the service has Louisiana presence and uses "Benchmarks for Success" assessments with up to 10 annual introductions for $50,000+.

What additional services do New Orleans matchmakers offer?

Most provide complementary services: Enamour offers dating/relationship coaching, personal styling, professional photography, and image consulting. VIDA provides coaching, styling, and photography packages. Match Made in NOLA combines matchmaking with relationship coaching and hosts mixer events. Selective Search focuses primarily on matchmaking with post-date feedback.

Which New Orleans matchmaker has the smallest client roster?

Match Made in NOLA is a boutique service where Ann Parnes limits the number of clients she works with at once, providing highly personalized attention. Selective Search also limits its active roster carefully as an elite service. VIDA Select and Enamour don't publicly specify client number limits but scale through team approaches. All product and company names are trademarks™ or registered® trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.