A veil is an important accessory for a bride: how to choose the right veil

Princess' dress

1. • If you have a full skirt, then the romantic look will be complemented by an elongated round veil (90-110 cm long), which reaches the fingertips and perfectly complements the tulle skirt, visually merging with it.
2. • If the dress does not have a train, choose a veil that is approximately 1.8m long and secure it with a tiara or juliet hat.

Basic styles of wedding dresses and body types

Childhood dream

How many outfits do you think a bride needs to try on before she chooses the one?

Correct answer: from three to five, if at least two of them are curvy.

As statistics show, an admiring reaction to lush dresses is observed among all chosen ones, and here the choice can only be influenced by the theme of registration, when a certain style is needed (rustic, boho, Gatsby...).

A-line

1. • This style is incredibly versatile and will look good with almost any veil. Therefore, the main focus should be on the back of the dress to decide what you want to leave in view. If the skirt has beading, appliqués or an interesting design, choose an elbow-length veil (65-80 cm long) or a two-layer shoulder-length blush veil (50-60 cm long), the top tier of which is usually used as a veil.
2. • If you want to add solemnity to your look, then choose long models. For example, a chapel veil (about 2.3 m long) falls to the floor, while a cathedral veil (3 m long) stretches like a train, adding drama to the look.

Accessories

They should be selected no less carefully than a wedding outfit. As you know, it is “the details that shape the image,” so even the most chic dress will look boring and not at all festive without the appropriate “cut.” Must-have wedding accessories:

1. Veil. What style and length it will be depends on the characteristics of the chosen outfit. But the color of the veil should match the shade of the powder dress. You can consider other options for the bride's headdress, for example, a stylish hat with a veil. If you are planning a ceremony in a vintage or boho style, you should choose a floral wreath. It is not recommended to choose brightly colored plants; soft tones, similar to powdery creamy shades, should be in harmony.
2. Shoes. Style orientation – maximum proximity to the classics. These can be pumps or more modern variations - open-toe shoes, decorated with a bow or floral motifs. The color matches the tone of the wedding attire. In this case, stylists recommend choosing shoes, gloves and cuffs, and choosing the bride’s garter to match the dress.
3. Decorations. There shouldn't be many of them. The priority is neat, plain products, be it a tiara, pendant, comb, earrings. Gold jewelry, thin pearl threads around the neck, and fashionable women's multi-layer bracelets are elegantly combined with the color of powder.
4. Flowers. A bouquet for a powder dress should not be too flashy or contrasting. A composition collected from roses and peony inflorescences will become delicate and sophisticated. It should be decorated with greenery in muted tones or a string of pearls, and the stem of the bouquet can be decorated with a satin powder ribbon or delicate lace.

Hair and makeup are also important for a bride's look. They should be as gentle and sophisticated as possible, and in no case flashy or flashy. Make-up should be dominated by smooth lines and pastel colors.

Mermaid

1. • With a spectacular skirt that diverges from the knees, the “Waltz” veil will look beautiful (its length is 140 cm and it slightly touches the floor). She doesn’t overload the look and looks great with dresses without a train.
2. • A dress model with a floor-length skirt will look good in combination with a cascading veil train, which will add elegance to this slightly playful look.

Trends in bride's accessories from the catwalks of Bridal Fashion Week 2016

Main advantages

With popularity, in fact, everything is very simple - such a wedding dress with one movement of the hem solves two problems at once:

1. Allows you to easily move away from the traditional white color, which many have long considered boring.
2. It does not require too radical decisions - not all brides are ready to try on brightly colored outfits, preferring delicate shades and time-tested classics.

There is another interesting advantage. This outfit would be very appropriate (much more than a white dress) at a themed wedding. For example, a soft pink shade will look perfect at a wedding in eco, boho, Provence, or vintage style.

Straight dress

1. • For a narrow dress, the width of which does not change from collar to hem, you should choose a bandana veil. Depending on the complexity of the image, any length will do. But pay attention to the width: it is better to choose an option with a fluffy top that envelops your arms (180-270 cm). This veil is quite romantic and elegantly drapes the bride’s shoulders.
2. • If the dress is simply decorated, then you should pay attention to the veil-mantilla. It will add luxury and sophistication to the image.

Features and symbolism of color

Content

The powder range includes a huge number of neutral and natural shades: peach, soft pink, muted cream, pearl, beige, vanilla. Each bride, among the variations of tones, will be able to find the ideal option that matches the color type of her skin, delicately emphasizing her feminine charm. A powder-colored wedding dress harmonizes especially well with blond hair and a pale complexion.

The bride in a powder robe looks tender and romantic - a real pearl in a rich cut. The image really turns out to be fragile, spectacular and memorable.

Low waist dress

1. • This dress is a cross between an A-line and a mermaid dress with a flared skirt. A veil reaching to the fingertips will look great with it - it harmonizes beautifully with the skirt of the dress.
2. • A grotesque pouf veil will also suit this silhouette, adding playfulness to the look.
3. • A veil-hood will make the image more romantic and touching.

27 unforgettable images of brides with veils

Mounting options

There are several ways to attach a veil to your hair:

• comb;
• stiletto heels (the most common);
• sew to hair (very rarely).

And this is regardless of what kind of hairstyle it is - loose curls, a bun or a light, careless braid. Here you need to decide where the veil will fall from - from the top of the head, from the center, from the top of the bun or from under the hair.

Loose silhouette

1. • If the silhouette of the dress gently hugs the figure, it is better to choose a veil no more than 135 cm wide. It falls, revealing to the eye those elements of the dress that the bride would like to emphasize. That is why its length should be to the waist (about 75 cm).
2. • A short Euro veil (elbow-length, shoulder-length or chin-length) with raw edges will give this outfit a more informal look.

Cons of a wedding veil

1. YOU MAY BE UNUSUALLY AND UNCOMFORTABLE WITH IT A long veil is luxurious, but heavy. There is a high risk that it will be stepped on and torn. Instead of joy and fun, you will have to watch her all day. Although you can wear a veil only for registration, wedding, photo shoot and, in fact, the ceremony of removing the veil. And on a walk and a banquet you can do without it. The only thing you will have to take care of is that the veil can be easily removed and put on without spoiling your hair.
2. NOT EVERY HAIRSTYLE WILL FIT A VEILE The choice of hairstyle will be somewhat limited. But not by much, so don't despair.
3. A VEIL WILL HIDE THE EXCESS Girls who have a beautiful figure and choose the appropriate dress can accidentally hide all their beauty by choosing a long multi-layered veil. Why take a dress with open shoulders and back, with wonderful embroidery or a curious cut, if everything is hidden under the veil? Although, you can always choose a veil made of thin transparent material, or wear it only during an official celebration.

Cocktail dress style

1. • If the hem of the skirt is 5 cm above the ankle, then it is a tea-length dress. A stylish veil with various accessories will suit it. She will make the image bright.
2. • For this look, you can also use a long veil, playing with contrasts, which will add charm to the vintage style.

Veil: yes or no?

fashion trend

Despite the preferences of the chosen ones, the trend today (2018-2019) is a single-layer transparent veil without decoration.

You can make it yourself from soft tulle. Watch the master class.

Mini dress

1. • Do you think that a short veil does not look good with a short dress? Think again! A pouf veil with edging will allow you to move away from the classics and create a bold, fashionable look.
2. • Large mesh will also look good with this length. While a long veil will add drama to the look, a multi-colored mesh will make it look fresh and stylish.
3. • The bravest brides can follow Yoko Ono's experience and wear a hat. You can refrain from sneakers and golf.

Let's continue our search for the perfect veil?

Choosing the perfect veil: a complete guide

Where did the tradition of wearing one come from and should you use a wedding veil in your outfit?

Interesting fact: wearing a veil to a wedding celebration is customary in almost all countries of the world. The purpose of the veil is also the same for everyone - it is a powerful amulet against evil forces. On the way from home to church, the bride is considered very vulnerable to bad spells and there is a possibility that the spirits will want to kidnap the innocent maiden. Only after the wedding can you reveal your face.

In ancient times, a veil was a piece of bleached, opaque fabric that could be used to completely envelop the bride.

According to ancient Slavic customs, the newlywed’s face was covered with plain white! (in those days, bleached linen was very expensive) with a scarf. According to legend, when a girl got married, she seemed to “die” for her relatives, and in her husband’s family she was reborn again as part of another family.

Over time, the veil was given a slightly different meaning; with its whiteness, it began to symbolize the purity and innocence of the girl.

At the end of the wedding celebration, another ritual is performed - “removing the veil”. It is carried out in many countries, but it does not look the same everywhere. But the meaning is the same - together with the veil, the bride takes off her girlish carelessness and exchanges it for married wisdom.

In a number of countries, the veil is removed by the husband, which meant submission to him. If the spouse wants equality, then she removes it herself. In our country, it is customary for the mother of the bride to take off the veil as a sign of farewell to her girlhood. And the groom's mother ties a white scarf on her head as a sign of recognition of her as her daughter. Wearing a veil, a girl is considered an unmarried bride, while wearing a headscarf is already considered her husband’s wife.

Traditionally, the veil is kept at home by the newlyweds. According to legend, it becomes a kind of amulet against evil spells. Often they covered a sick child with it, believing that it would heal and give strength.

But under no circumstances let anyone try it on, even your own daughter. There is such a sign that by wearing someone else’s veil you take away someone else’s happiness.

From ancient times to this day, certain mystical aspects have been attributed to the veil. They say it acts as a kind of energy canopy that will protect the bride from the voluntary or involuntary evil eye. At the same time, the veil seems to attract good energy, nourishing the bride and maintaining a great mood.

Today, there are many different types of veils - it can be long or short, simple or lace, single or multi-tiered, embroidered with patterns or decorated with pearls... But it is the long, floor-length veil that is considered classic.

Still thinking about whether to wear a veil or not? I present to your attention a list of pros and cons of using a veil in a wedding look. I hope it helps you.