Veils
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Wednesday, May 14th, 2008A veil’s edge is usually cut straight or on a slight curve. The exception is the scalloped wedding veil, which is cut with a decorative edge. Mantilla veils often have a scalloped edge. Picture the curvy pattern a row of semi-circles makes placed side-by-side, or see photos of veils with scallop edges currently for sale […]
Wedding Veils - Embellishments
Sunday, May 11th, 2008One way to add distinction to your wedding veil is by adding embellishments, such as rhinestones or crystals. These are attached — or “scattered” — over the veil to enhance the overall effect and complement beading and detailing elsewhere in your bridal ensemble. Pearls, rhinestones, crystals, pearls and sequins can be applied only near the […]
Wedding Veils - Blusher or Not?
Saturday, May 3rd, 2008The blusher is the short part of the wedding veil that covers the bride’s face during the ceremony. Many brides wear a blusher over the face in deference to their cultural heritage. During the ceremony, the blusher is lifted back over the head to reveal the bride. It is an elegant veil, softening the bride’s […]
Veil Edging and Trim
Thursday, March 20th, 2008The edges of your veil can be unfinished or edged. Some brides prefer the cut, unfinished edge so as to not divert attention from their face or gown. Others prefer a finished edge for the added elegance or design. Edges can be finished in a variety of ways:
- Pencil edge. This is a very subtle […]
How to Make a Wedding Veil
Sunday, March 2nd, 2008For the experienced seamstress, making a wedding veil isn’t really difficult and it is certainly far less expensive than buying one at the local bridal store. You will want plenty of time to design your perfect veil and find the right book or pattern to help you do so, then more time for experimentation and […]
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