Lake Charles Florist Will Decorate White House
Local business owner Kaila Ramos will join 150 volunteers to decorate the White House for the holiday season this November.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Interior Decorating
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Kaila Ramos, owner of The Flower Shop of Lake Charles and The Flower Shop of Iowa, has been selected to help decorate the White House for Christmas. She will join a group of 150 volunteers to complete the work from November 23 through November 25, 2026.
Why it matters
The annual White House decorating initiative relies on a select team of volunteers to prepare and install seasonal displays at the executive mansion. This opportunity highlights the involvement of local floral professionals in high-profile, nation-wide seasonal traditions.
Ramos will contribute to the project over a 3-day service period starting November 23. While volunteers are provided with breakfast and lunch, they are personally responsible for all travel and other expenses related to the trip.
The players
Kaila Ramos
Kaila Ramos is a small business owner who operates The Flower Shop of Lake Charles and The Flower Shop of Iowa.
The details
Ramos submitted her application in July and was notified of her selection in early October. The volunteers prepare decorations at an off-site facility before moving to the White House on Wednesday to finalize the installation.
Timeline
Volunteer applications were submitted in July 2026.
Notification of selection was received in early October 2026.
Volunteering for White House preparations will occur from November 23 through November 25, 2026.
Culture Shift
This selection reflects the enduring prestige of the annual White House Christmas holiday volunteer program, which attracts floral experts seeking to contribute to national heritage projects. Participation marks a significant milestone for regional business owners within the broader professional floral design industry.
Residents in Lake Charles may see temporary changes in business operations at The Flower Shop of Lake Charles during Ramos's time in Washington, D.C. over the Thanksgiving week. Customers planning for holiday floral needs should account for the upcoming travel schedule of the shop owner.
The takeaway
Volunteering for national projects requires significant planning and personal investment for small business owners. Those interested in similar service opportunities should monitor application timelines, which for this event opened in the summer.
Further reading
For more on seasonal home aesthetics and professional design, see Interior Decorating.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Advocate.
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