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Lexie Vaccaro sitting on a wooden floor in vintage silk Reformation dress, surrounded by old family photographs and a vintage camera

Lately I’ve been reflecting on where this all began.

Not with a camera but with the way sunlight moves across a room. The texture of an old photograph. The stories tucked inside my grandmother’s albums.

These portraits of me, captured by the incredible Peony Wedding Photography, feel like a window into that origin story. Shot on film inside the walls of The Columns Hotel in New Orleans, they aren’t just brand photos. They feel like home. Like memory. Like me.

I wore a vintage-inspired Reformation slip dress that felt equal parts romantic and undone and a skirt and top that made me feel effortlessly refined…like myself, but elevated. Both looks gave a quiet nod to the past while still feeling modern and true to the way I see the world. Maddie G brought a soft elegance to my makeup that let the emotion shine through. Every detail was simple but intentional.

If you’re new here, I’m Lexie. A wedding photographer for people who value meaning, emotion, and artistry. I shoot weddings with soul, blending documentary honesty with editorial beauty. Whether you’re getting married in New Orleans, New York, or Italy, I want your photographs to feel like truth, not trends.

These portraits aren’t about perfection. They’re about presence. And if you’re the kind of bride who gets chills flipping through old family photos, who cares about legacy, who wants something that will feel like you, then we’re probably meant to work together.

Thank you for seeing me here.
xx
Lexie

Black and white portrait of wedding photographer Lexie Vaccaro standing in soft window light wearing a vintage-inspired slip dress
Lexie Vaccaro standing in a vintage room with toile wallpaper at The Columns Hotel in New Orleans wearing a silk Reformation dress
Lexie Vaccaro sitting on a wooden floor in vintage silk Reformation dress, surrounded by old family photographs and a vintage camera
Lexie Vaccaro smiling in soft light, wearing a silk dress with bow sleeves inside a historic venue
Woman in silk dress sorting through vintage family photographs on wooden floor with a film camera nearby
Barefoot woman in cream dress standing in vintage room with pink toile wallpaper and arched window
Portrait of Lexie Vaccaro lounging on a velvet sofa in soft window light, wearing a vintage-inspired silk gown
Soft portrait of a woman in a cream dress with lace detailing, glowing in natural light
Fine art wedding photographer Lexie Vaccaro holding a vintage film camera in historic Southern interior
Lexie Vaccaro barefoot in a vintage-inspired ivory slip dress, standing gracefully on a patterned rug in a moody, historic room
Lexie Vaccaro standing in front of vintage green doors wearing a romantic ivory slip dress at The Columns Hotel in New Orleans
Lexie Vaccaro sitting on a velvet sofa at The Columns Hotel in a vintage silk Reformation dress, smiling warmly
Lexie Vaccaro holding a vintage film camera in soft natural light wearing a silk lace gown
Film wedding photographer Lexie Vaccaro capturing self-portrait in antique mirror with vintage décor and chandelier
Lexie Vaccaro smiling while holding Contax 645 film camera at the Old Governor’s Mansion
Lexie Vaccaro standing confidently in a vintage-inspired ivory set at the Old Governor’s Mansion
Lexie Vaccaro standing in a vintage bedroom with soft golden lighting, wearing an ivory puff-sleeve set
Close-up portrait of Lexie Vaccaro in pearl-toned vintage blouse, softly lit in a warm, romantic setting
Lexie Vaccaro photographing herself in a vintage mirror, holding a Contax 645 camera in soft, romantic lighting

The Vision Behind the Shoot
I shared this vision board with Peony Wedding Photography before the session—soft lace textures, vintage wallpapers, silk dresses, and that old soul energy I’m always drawn to. We leaned into nostalgia and femininity, and I love how it all came to life.

Vintage-inspired vision board for heirloom-style bridal portraits with soft textures, antique wallpaper, lace, and romantic interiors.

You can find more of my inspiration over on Pinterest.

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Hi, I'm  Lexie.

Lexie is a wedding photographer based in the enchanting landscapes of Louisiana, serving clients both locally and in destinations worldwide. She prides herself in not only capturing beautiful images, but with the connection she forms with her clients.

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