Veils
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Tuesday, May 27th, 2008A pouf or bouffant creates the ultimate “gather” veil. It is worn in informal or semi-formal weddings to add character to the hairstyle and headpiece. The pouf is a piece of gathered material (netting, tulle, bridal illusion, etc.) at the veil’s crown or attached to the headpiece. It is usually about three inches high, but […]
A Lace Veil
Thursday, May 22nd, 2008Delicate, lace veils are the ultimate in femininity and range from all-over to edge-only designs. Blonda, Chantilly, and lace-embroidered tulle are three lace options for veils. The first two are found primarily on vintage or extremely high-quality veils. The last, because of versatility and cost, is most commonly worn by today’s bride:
* Handmade Blonda […]
Wedding Veil - Scallop Edges
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 […]
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