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Whatever happened to the traditional veil?

Tracey Duncan — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 22:36:45 +0000

I loved Lisa’s post earlier in the week about alternative bridal headgear, and it got me thinking. There’s a lot out there for the “modern” bride, the “retro” bride, and the “boho” bride, but what about ladies who are just plain old-fashioned? What happened to those densely layered, frothy veils that women used to wear? You know, the kind worn over the face until it was time to kiss the bride? I rarely see them around. Maybe there just isn’t much demand out there, but personally, I think there’s something sweet about a super traditional veil.

This totally traditional number by Wedding Path has layers of two lengths. This is not just for looks, it’s so you can pull a few layers over your face, and still have a nice thick veil in back. The lace edging on the top layer is so delicate and elegant. And even if you aren’t a super traditional bride, I think this one would work with a very simple gown, or even something Edwardian. Available for $89 from Wedding Path.

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Whatever happened to the traditional veil?

Vintage bridal headpieces

Lisa Fogarty — Sun, 12 Jul 2009 22:57:33 +0000

Birdcage veils are fantastically dramatic. They add a sliver of quirky sophistication and mystery to a vintage-style wedding gown.

But the look has become just a tiny bit ubiquitous as of late, thanks to constant press coverage in magazines and online bridal sites. I still believe the birdcage deserves all the hype it gets, but if you are looking a slightly less omnipresent vintage headpiece, Cherished Bride is right up your alley.

The online bridal salon offers restored and ready-to-wear bridal gowns, veils, headpieces and accessories from the 1930s, 1940s, 1950s and 1960s. And, with pieces that range from $45 to $135, you are really getting quite a bargain.

Chic Open Crown 50’s Hat of Straw Ribbon: $55

50s hat

Tre Chic 50’s Designer Audrey Hepburn Hat: $95

50s Audrey Hepburn Hat

30’s Deco Juliet Cap & Crown: $135

30s Art Deco Juliet Cap and Crown

Rare Erte Era Headpiece: $75 — This piece is nearly 100 years old!

Rare Erte Era Headpiece

Images: Cherished Bride

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Vintage bridal headpieces

Lattice Lace Veil by Veiled Beauty

Tracey Duncan — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 18:45:21 +0000

Don’t let anyone tell you that wearing a veil is old-fashioned. Well, maybe it is a little old-fashioned, but in a good way, which we don’t call old fashioned. Call it retro. Or traditional. In any case, a veil is a work of art. It frames your face, showcases your hair, neck, and decollete, and adds a sheer, sweet, feminine touch to a wedding ensemble. It isn’t obligatory, but it can be beautiful.

I’m really stuck on this lattice lace veil by Veiled Beauty. The length is just exactly right for wearing with a frontal updo, as in the picture. And the curved edges are so delicate and lovely that I kind of want to cry. Don’t mind me, I’m always a sucker for a modern bride with a vintage sensibility. Available for $65 from Veiled Beauty.

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Lattice Lace Veil by Veiled Beauty