All About Wedding Veils
As the bride, multiple decisions about your wedding "look" await you. Choosing your dress is only one piece of the puzzle - you will also get to select your shoes, gown accessories, jewelry, the ever-important undergarments, and your veil or headdress.
The Modern Wedding Veil
Some brides choose to adorn their hair with hairpieces or flowers, some are drawn to tiaras, some opt for a simple look without any adornment whatsoever, and other brides choose to go the more traditional route by selecting a wedding veil to match their dress. If you're thinking about wearing a veil for your special day, this blog post is for you. Bridal Couture of the Palm Beaches is here to help you get a better understanding of this classic bridal accessory and help you choose which style will be best for you.
The History Of The Wedding Veil
The wedding veil dates back centuries. It served slightly different purposes in different cultures. The superstitious ancient Romans and Greeks were very fearful of evil spirits, so some say that the bride wore the veil to protect her from these evil spirits. (As a side note, this is also believed to be the reason that bridesmaids wear bright, similarly colored dresses - by dressing in this manner, they were believed to distract the spirits and serve as decoys for the bride.)
The veil also served to shield the bride's face from her husband-to-be. This was specifically used in arranged marriages so as not to risk the groom changing his mind. He didn't have the opportunity to see her face clearly until the marriage was already complete.
Though these may be the reasons why wedding veils were first introduced, it is probably safe to assume that modern brides do not wear veils for either of these reasons. Today, wedding veils are worn as whimsical, stylish accessories brides use to complete their wedding day looks. Modern wedding veils can be made of netting, lace, or any light, semi-sheer fabric. They come in varying lengths and styles.
Common bridal veil lengths include:
- Birdcage - Small veils that may cover the face down to the chin or fall just below the eyes.
- Shoulder length - Veils that fall to the bride's shoulders.
- Elbow length - Veils that fall to the bride's elbows (near the middle of the back).
- Fingertip length - Veils that fall to approximately where the bride's fingertips would be if she let her arms hang to her sides (at or just below the waist).
- Ballet length - Veils that fall between the knees and the ankles (also called waltz length).
- Chapel length - Veils that reach all the way to the floor, but do not have a train (also called sweep length).
- Cathedral length - Veils that fall to the floor behind the bride and create a long, elegant train.
Wedding Veil Styles
Just as bridal veils come in multiple lengths, brides can select their veils from multiple styles as well. Some brides choose to have their faces covered, and others choose veils that hang down their back. Some brides prefer elaborate, lacy, or ornate veils, and others prefer simpler, more understated pieces.
No matter what style you choose, your veil should complement your gown. We recommend that you choose a veil that is the same color as your dress, and that it does not compete with your dress in any way. Instead, the two should work together to create a bridal look that is truly breathtaking.
Find All Your Bridal Accessories At Bridal Couture Of The Palm Beaches!
We are proud to offer an outstanding selection of exquisite accessories at our bridal boutique in West Palm Beach. Gorgeous veils, delicate hairpieces, and hand-picked jewelry are just a few examples of the accessories we are proud to offer our brides.
If you would like more information about our bridal salon in Royal Palm Beach, call 561-793-4633 or visit www.BridalCouturePalmBeach.com. We look forward to helping you prepare for your special day!
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