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Ahh, the wedding veil…  the ultimate accessory in the transformation from engaged girl to blushing bride. Though steeped in tradition, a veil is strictly optional. Today, wearing a veil is more of a style statement than a symbolic gesture. Therefore,  the ideal veil depends largely on the style of your wedding gown.

Below are a few veil ideas that are HOT for 2012:

  • Tulle is the classic veil material, although lace, silk, and satin are also options. Veils can be embellished with embroidery, pearls, or sparkly stones. Lengths run the gamut from short blushers to elaborate cathedral-length jaw-droppers.
  • To showcase your hairstyle, choose a veil that fastens underneath your ‘do or one you’ll remove for the reception; otherwise, you can opt for a veil that you’ll wear throughout the event. In this case, your hair will simply support the veil.
  • How long you plan on wearing your veil can dictate how long it should be. Wearing it for the ceremony only? Go ahead and get one that rivals Princess Di.  But if you want to wear your veil until the party’s over, you’ll need a more functional approach – either a shorter veil or a multi-layered one with a top layer that can be worn on it’s own during the reception. You can also ask your seamstress to create a bustle for a longer veil (that’s right, your train and your veil can be bustled!).
  • If you plan to remove your veil immediately after the ceremony, keep in mind that it won’t appear in post-ceremony or first dance pictures. To ensure this classic accessory is adequately documented, many brides wait to remove the veil until after the first dance.
  • When it comes to color and embellishments, your wedding veil should complement your wedding dress – not mimic it. Don’t obsess about finding a perfect match.

To find the perfect wedding veil for your dress, please click this link and you’ll be redirected to a variety of veil inspirations.