I am finally kicking off a little info series requested by a lovely Dottie. It’s all about veils, the lengths, the styles, what works and what doesn’t. I would love to hear what veil you’re wearing or if you’re wearing one at all!
Starting off with my current favourite, the drop veil. Made famous by Grace Kelly and more recently Kate Middleton, the drop veil looks like it was softly dropped on your head. Using only one layer of tulle, the veil is normally made without a comb, though the veil may be secured with hair pins or a hat pin and the veil can be cut to any length (but is normally at least elbow length).
The drop veil can suit brides who don’t want a “poofy” veil and would rather a simple whisper of a veil. It also suits more elaborate gowns as it’s not “competing” with the design of your gown.
Drop veils can be worn with an up or down hairstyle, tiaras, hair flowers or jewels. They lend themselves to a slightly classic, vintage look but can also look beautiful with a modern gown.
1. Photo by Kate Murphy via Snippet & Ink 2. 3. Julie & Pedzi’s Wedding photo by You Can’t Be Serious Photography 4. Photo by Monique Lhuillier 5. Ellen veil from Sara Gabriel 6. Photo by Ed Peers via Snippet & Ink 7. Photo by Julie Mikos via Snippet & Ink 8. Photo by Beaux Arts Photographie via Santa Barbara Chic 9. Photo by The Long Farewell via The Wedding Chicks 10. Veil from Twigs & Honey 11. Veil by White Fashion Photographer via OneWed
The veil can be a hot button topic! I had a few people tell me that they were surprised I would wear one. I just opted for a birdcage veil that clipped easily in and out of my hair 🙂
Isn’t it? Oddly enough most of my close friends and family didn’t wear a veil! I do love them though so am interested to explore the different types!
I’ve noticed that veils seem to be more common at church weddings, in fact I can’t remember the last church wedding I went to where the bride didn’t wear some type of veil.
I love veils because they give the bride such a soft look. You know what they say about candlelight enhancing your features – well I think veils do the same thing!
Thanks for that post, very interesting. I will look forward to more in the series.
For me the thought of wearing something that I will probably never have any excuse to wear again is too tempting. There’s something almost ethereal about a veil and then you can take it off later in the day to create more of a party look. Maybe even replace it with a different head piece. So many exciting possibilities!
Such a gorgeous post. Veils are my favourite part of the Bride’s wedding day attire. Whether long, short, old, new – they never go out of style.
The veil makes the bride. I have been to a few weddings lately, and it seems that more and more are forgoing the veil. As far as I’m concerned, a mid-length veil is indispensable.