In this series for wedding accessories, I will be outlining 9 different types of wedding veils for the wedding dress, which will be the blusher, elbow, fingertip, waltz, chapel, cathedral, mantilla, double tier, and the pouf. The wedding veil is important because brides will want to keep their wedding veil consistent with the type of wedding dress that is selected for their wedding day.
I have previously written about 6 Different Types of Wedding Trains, 11 important wedding dress features for sleeves, choosing the perfect wedding dress for your body type, and 9 Types of Necklines for Wedding Dresses and this falls into the same category. There are many types of veils available, so select one that compliements your wedding dress.
The Blusher
The blusher veil is a single layered wedding veil, it can be worn separately or an additional veil could be attached.
The Elbow
The elbow veil connects to the headpiece and extends to the elbow. It is used at casual wedding ceremonies.
The Fingertip:
The fingertip veil extends to the fingertips and it is commonly used with most style of wedding dresses.
The Waltz:
The waltz veil attaches to the headpiece and extends to the floor or the bottom of the wedding dress.
The Chapel:
The chapel veil is similar to the waltz veil and it flows over the train of the wedding dress. The extension of this veil is approximately 2 ½ yards from the headpiece.
The Cathedral:
The cathedral veil is a formal veil, which is similar to the waltz, and chapel wedding veils. The extension of this veil is approximately 3 ½ yards from the headpiece.
The Mantilla:
The mantilla veil is a Spanish inspired wedding veil made of lace and it is attached to the headpiece.
The Double Tier:
The double tier veil is a two layered veil and it can be used to compliment any veil on our list.
The Pouf:
The poufy veil is material that is connected to the headpiece to create a pouf or volume to the headpiece. This is perfect for the dramatic look for your wedding.
Please be sure to look for our next blog on the Budget Minded Bride Blog when we discuss wedding headpieces. For more wedding tips, wedding ideas, and wedding advice, please follow us at http://www.thebudget-mindedbrideblog.blogspot.com/. To purchase items for your wedding such as candles, wedding dance floor decals and wedding aisle runners, please visit http://www.wicksncandlesticks.com.
Photo Credits: Davids Bridal
