There’s something undeniably timeless about a bridal session that feels like it stepped straight out of the pages of VOGUE—and Gabriela’s session at the Historic Calcasieu Parish Courthouse in Lake Charles, Louisiana delivered exactly that.


With grand white columns, elegant architecture, and golden-hour lighting, this editorial shoot was a dream come true for any bride craving high-fashion inspiration.

 

A person in a flowing white wedding gown stands on marble steps of a grand neoclassical building with tall columns.
A bride in a flowing white wedding dress stands gracefully on grand marble steps of a classical building with pillars.
A flowing white wedding gown with long train cascades down marble steps of a grand building with classical columns.

A Louisiana Bridal Portrait That Feels Like Art



Set against the neoclassical façade of one of Lake Charles' most iconic buildings, Gabriela’s bridal look stood out with a perfect balance of elegance and grace. Her strapless gown, selected from A-Net’s Bridal Boutique in Lafayette, hugged her figure beautifully and featured a dramatic train that cascaded down the marble courthouse steps. The dress, designed with modern sophistication in mind, was nothing short of couture.


Every detail was designed to enhance the artistic vision behind this shoot—an editorial take on Southern bridal style with an effortless, high-fashion twist.

A bride in a white wedding dress stands on the grand steps of a neoclassical building with tall columns.
A bride in a flowing white gown and dramatic long veil descends elegant stone steps of a grand columned building.
Elegant white wedding dress flowing down grand marble steps of a neoclassical building with tall columns at sunset.
A bride in a flowing white gown stands on marble steps before grand columns as her long veil dramatically billows in the wind.
A bride in an elegant white gown and long veil stands on grand marble steps of a historic building with ornate architecture.

Golden Hour Magic and Moody Editorial Vibes



We timed this session just right—starting at 6:20 PM, about an hour before sunset. The soft, golden light kissed the courthouse columns and created the perfect contrast between light and shadow. The result? Bold, moody bridal portraits with depth, emotion, and just enough drama to make you stop and stare.


Gabriela’s look was completed with a clean, elegant bouquet designed by KD Florals in Lake Charles. It brought in just the right amount of texture and softness, adding a layer of romantic charm to the editorial edge.

Elegant bridal portrait at dusk featuring a flowing white gown and veil against classic stone columns.
A bride in a flowing white veil holds a beautiful bouquet of white roses and blue flowers against a columned backdrop.
An elegant bridal portrait featuring a long lace-trimmed wedding dress among grand white columns of a historic building.
A bride in a sleek white dress and veil holds a lush bouquet of white flowers against classic stone columns.
An elegant wedding dress with a flowing lace train is showcased between grand classical columns at dusk.
An elegant wedding dress with flowing train and veil is photographed between classic stone columns at dusk.

Like a Model and a Superstar


When we asked Gabriela how she felt during the session, her words said it all: “I felt like a model and a superstar.” That energy radiated through every frame—confident, radiant, and ready to take on the world.


We’ll be sharing a behind-the-scenes reel soon, giving you a glimpse into the magic behind the lens and the Vogue-inspired vision we brought to life.

An elegant wedding dress with a flowing train is photographed between classical stone columns at dusk.
A bride in a flowing white gown and veil stands elegantly between classical stone columns at dusk.
Elegant bridal portrait showing a strapless white wedding gown with flowing train against classical stone columns at sunset.

Planning Your Own Editorial Bridal Session in Louisiana?


If you’re dreaming of a bridal session that’s equal parts fine art and fashion, the Historic Calcasieu Parish Courthouse is one of the most unique and beautiful locations in Southwest Louisiana. Whether you're planning a full wedding or simply want to celebrate your bridal look with an iconic portrait session, this courthouse offers the drama and charm every editorial shoot needs.


As a Louisiana-based wedding photographer specializing in editorial bridal portraits, moody elegance, and destination weddings, I’d love to bring your vision to life—whether it’s at a courthouse, a cathedral, or a castle abroad.

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📍 Location:

Historic Calcasieu Parish Courthouse

Lake Charles, Louisiana

 

Bride: Gabriela

Florals: KD Florals, Lake Charles

Dress: A-Net’s Bridal Boutique, Lafayette LA

Behind-the-Scenes Reel: Coming soon on Instagram

 

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