Something Borrowed reveals the history of bridal fashion – American Press

From silk shoes to tulle trains, cake decorations to wedding kimonos, the Imperial Calcasieu Museum cordially invites guests to view one of its newest exhibitions, Something Borrowed: Memories Down the Aisle.

Along with beautiful and unexpected gown styles preserved since 1896, one featuring a 14-inch waistline for heirlooms, poetry, works by popular wedding photographer Victor Monsour, and sweet wedding tales, this is a collection for anyone with an interest in clothing and fashion. or looking for inspiration to plan. their own marriage.

Some of the items have been in museum collections for some time, according to Anna Alamond of the Imperial Calcasieu Museum. The rest of the exhibits are something borrowed from locals who bring their wedding memorabilia to the museum for display. Three generations of the Alamond family’s wedding mementos are featured in the exhibit, along with details of Brenda and Lionel’s wedding night on Christmas Eve 1968. The car is on loan. The honeymoon consisted of a theatrical performance of Romeo and Juliet.

One of the most moving wedding stories was told by Dianne Bennett, who like many women in her day, had been imagining the perfect wedding day and outfit for some time. A Sarah Quinn Jones veil is on display, imported from Paris and bought for her by her brother, Gus.

The story of Anna Chenault’s marriage begins, I am a lucky woman, because I married a great man who loves me. Most men who have time to achieve this have no time for little things, little time for tenderness, many little things this great man did to make me happy. She married Lieutenant General Claire Lee Chennault for whom Chennault International Airport is named.

The museum is located at 204 Sallier St. on Lake Charles. Opening hours 10am-6pm, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 10am-2pm Saturday and Tuesday. Closed Sunday and Monday.