How to Choose the Right Veil For Your Wedding Gown
Once you’ve decided on a wedding gown, it’s time to think about veils!
If you choose to wear a veil with your wedding gown, there are so many styles to choose from. You can go retro with a birdcage veil or full royal with an embellished cathedral veil. In theory, deciding on a wedding veil may seem like a pick-and-pay situation, but certain veil styles complement specific gown silhouettes better than others. If you’re unsure about what veil will work with your wedding gown and want to avoid trying on dozens of veils, we’ve got you covered. We’ve compiled a guide on which veil style will match your wedding gown silhouette for a flawless bridal look!
Modern Ball Gown
With a wedding gown fit for a queen, your veil will only raise your royal status! A ball gown is a versatile silhouette that either a fingertip or cathedral veil will complement well. A fingertip veil can easily flow into the train of your gown for a seamless bridal look that won’t create a bulk of fabric on your skirt. If you want a more striking look, a cathedral veil will give your ball gown an extended train perfect for a dramatic, sweeping entrance.
Featuring the Dancing in Pearls Veil
Photography by Jess Sinatra Photography
Heavily Embellished Gown
Featuring the Lace to the Altar Veil
Photography by Joe Lee Foto
If you’re set on an embellished wedding gown then you are no stranger to a little sparkle! Want to enhance the embellished details of your gown? Opt for a cathedral veil with a bit of subtle sparkle. For a more understated bridal look, complement your embellished gown by choosing a chapel or mantilla style veil that has matching gown details on the edge of the veil to tie your whole ensemble together.
Simple Gown
With a simple gown whether it be a mermaid fit or ball gown silhouette, you can use your veil to add some dramatic volume to your look. An angel-cut veil will create a cascading effect, framing your face and accentuating the flow of your gown. If you want to play up the drama you can opt for a veil that has lace, satin, or horsehair detailing. But, a simple tulle, angel-cut veil will still be just as beautiful and give you room to play with your other accessories like jewelry or shoes.
Featuring the Pretty in Pearl Veil
Photography by Joe Lee Foto
Statement Back
Featuring the Giving Me Butterflies (Zsa Zsa Zsu) Bow
Photography by Jess Sinatra Photography
A wedding gown with a statement back is meant to be seen in all its glory! If you are set on wearing a veil for your wedding, try to keep it as sheer as possible. We’re talking a simple layer of tulle and no embellishments, this way you can still show off the back of your gown. A cathedral-length veil would work best, but you can also opt for a birdcage or blusher veil if you want to leave your back bare while still getting that veil effect.
Long Train
The longer the train, the longer the veil! If your wedding gown has a long train you can wear almost any kind of veil, but we recommend a cathedral veil. It will create a more dramatic look, as long it extends past the train of your gown. This will give your bridal ensemble a romantic, modern touch for a stunning grand entrance rivaling the likes of a royal wedding.
Featuring the Lady in White Veil
Photography by Joe Lee Foto
Short Wedding Dress
Featuring the Slay My Name Veil
Photography by Joe Lee Foto
You probably guessed it, but a short wedding dress would look best with a short veil! For a more modern and unexpected cocktail or knee-length gown, we recommend a birdcage, blusher, or elbow-length veil. This will create a whimsical aesthetic for your bridal look that is modern and elegant. With a shorter gown, you want to avoid a long veil that will resemble a high-low gown and look out of place with a shorter silhouette.
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