Statement Wedding Veils To Swoon Over

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

One of the most important questions when it comes to your bridal look is “veil or no veil?” A veil is comparable to the satin ribbon used to adorn a thoughtfully wrapped present. Is it necessary? Honestly, no! But it undoubtedly gives the wedding appearance a sweet touch and elevates it a little. It's too magical—a blushing bride gleaming like a star under the delicate veil, the groom unveiling her to view her face and seeing the twinkle in her eyes. But much like picking the ideal wedding dress, selecting the veil is a time-consuming procedure. More so, perhaps, since the veil will be picked not only for its own sake but also to see whether it precisely complements the gown. While we agree a veil is very much a part of the outfit and depends on the dress, and you can probably get away with a very minimal veil, this blog is about the veils that fall on the other end of the spectrum. We are talking beautifully textured veils, dramatic shorter veils, and billowing long veils with gorgeous details. Wearing a statement veil takes a lot of pressure off the dress, and adds an unexpected twist to the bridal look. If you have been approaching the veil as an afterthought, we suggest you rethink your approach, because going “statement” for the wedding veil might be the key to a memorable bridal look for yourself and your guests!

When looking for a statement veil, there are some statement factors that you might have to factor in. Let's explore those before we look at some of our favorite statement veils out there!

 

Statement factor for your Statement Veil
 

Length
 

• Birdcage Wedding Veil: This short, flirtatious bridal veil may fall at the jawline, skim the nose, or simply cover the eyes. This type is often referred to as a bandeau veil and is typically constructed of lace or net.
   
• Shoulder-Length Wedding Veil: This wedding veil design touches your shoulders, as the name implies. For women who prefer a traditional-looking veil that doesn't overpower the features of their gown, shoulder-length bridal veils are a fantastic alternative.
   
• Blusher Wedding Veil: This design, often referred to as an angel veil or wedge veil, has a less conventional appearance with a retro charm. A blusher is a brief veil that covers the face and terminates at the top of the garment. It is pulled aside throughout the ceremony to reveal the bride, which creates an emotional moment when the groom meets his wife for the first time.
   
• Elbow Wedding Veil: An exquisite approach to cover yourself without donning a cumbersome bolero or shrug is with an elbow-length veil if you want a more formal appearance for your wedding. An elbow veil glides beautifully over the shoulders to the bride's elbow.
   
• Fingertip Wedding Veil: A fingertip veil is a popular option since it enables any pattern on a bride's gown's back to being seen through the translucent fabric and falls past the bride's hips.
   
• Knee-Length Veil: This bridal veil length is intended to fall to your knee and adds drama and elegance without making you feel heavy. Depending on your height, you may adjust the veil so that it falls right at your knee or a little bit further.
   
• Waltz Wedding Veil: There is no need to remove your veil during the reception. But if you do decide to wear it, be sure it won't obstruct your ability to dance and mingle. A waltz veil is an excellent choice for people who want to wear a longer veil for the reception but still want the flexibility to walk about freely during the night. It falls to the mid-calf. This kind of bridal veil is sometimes referred to as a ballerina veil.
   
• Floor-Length Wedding Veil: This grazes the ground and corresponds to the length of the bride's dress. If you were debating between a ballgown and a more streamlined style, the flowing fabric will offer additional volume to your appearance, which is ideal for the bride.
   
• Chapel Wedding Veil: A chapel-length veil will provide the appearance of a train without the need for a bothersome bustle. A chapel-length veil sweeps over the floor, stretching just past the bride's gown. 
   
• Cathedral Wedding Veil: A cathedral-length veil is the most dramatic down the aisle length, and it must stretch beyond the train of the bride's gown for the most royal arrival.
  
   

Color
 

• White: White is a crisp, clean color. Suitable for "white" bridal dresses composed of satin, organza, tulle, crepe, taffeta, and chiffon, *with the exception of* those made of silk fibers.
   
• Eggshell: Eggshell, also known as natural or diamond white, is a slightly "off-white" color without any undertones of yellow. Perfectly matches natural silk dresses and other slightly off-white hues; sometimes known as natural, pearl, off-white, and silk white.
   
• Ivory: Ivory is a rich, soft off-white color with a little undertone of cream. Eggshell is a little lighter than ivory. Ideal for dresses in ivory, ivory nude, and ivory blush color families. All other tones combined make up the remaining 1% of the veils we manufacture, which are either ivory or eggshell in hue. When you scrunch up ivory in your fingers, you can notice a warmer, paler ivory cast, in contrast to eggshell, which nearly has no color at all.
   
• Dark Ivory: Dark Ivory is a darker color of ivory that borders on the cream family. For candlelight, cream, or certain champagne materials, such as many darker-toned silk mikados and brocades, dark ivory works well.
   
• Other Colors: There are a few other specialized hues available as well. We have blush, sorbet, and oyster, which is a very soft sand color that pairs beautifully with champagne tones or warms up a pale ivory gown. If you want to go bold, go for a statement color like black, bright pink, or even red!
   

Detail: Veils with beautiful details are every bride’s dream! The details can be in the form of sequins, floral appliques, lace as texture, or even fur or embroidery. There are so many options when it comes to veil details, so don't forget to have fun with them!

 

Material
 

• Chiffon: Due to the tightly twisted strands that make up chiffon, which is a flowing and silky fabric, it is the only fabric that is opaque, therefore creating a veil would only need a few layers. There are two varieties of chiffon: Polly Chiffon and Silk Chiffon, the latter of which is produced entirely with silk. Depending on the material used, they may have a smooth and soft sensation to the cloth or a more firm but still smooth feeling. Typically, this material has a 45" maximum width.
   
• Organza: Organza is a semi-transparent fabric composed of silk, nylon, or synthetic polyester. Silk provides richer tones, whilst polyester creates a kind of deep light look. As a material, organza has the flexibility to be worked with in any length and number of layers. Typically, this material has a 60" maximum width.
   
• Point D´Espirit: Point D'Espirit provides two distinct designs and uses a variety of textiles, making it a highly flexible material. It comes in a criss-cross or dot pattern and is transparent, allowing the wearer to add as many layers as desired to get the look they are going for. Typically, this material has a 45" maximum width.
   
• Silk Tulle: Although silk tulle is a beautiful and very delicate material, constructing a veil from it is difficult, hence it is not often used. It may be made of French silk, which is delicate and thin and difficult to handle, or of Italian or English silk, which is the greatest option if you want a silk tulle veil since they are thick and can support the weight of decorations like pearls. Additionally, this material may be used for any length. Typically, this material is available in widths ranging from 60" to 110".
   
• Bridal Illusion: The most popular material for veils is Bridal Illusion, which is 100% nylon, transparent, and may be utilized in any length and with as many layers as required. Additionally, it has a pleasant feel, albeit it must be made clear that this relies on the fabric's quality. Typically, this material is available in widths up to 108".
   
• Swiss Dot: Swiss Dot is a transparent fabric that can be manufactured at any length and with as many layers as necessary. It is made from a bridal illusion and has little dots dispersed throughout the fabric, giving it a beautiful and delicate touch. Only 60" wide rolls of this material are available.
   
• English Net: English Net is a polyester nylon veil material that is soft to the touch and to the eye, similar to chiffon, but differs in that it is transparent. It might be best fashioned as a single-layer veil due to its weight. Only a 45" width is offered for this material.
   
• French Net: French Net is a kind of netting with enormous holes. French net, which is stiff and used for birdcage veils, is extremely simple to form. It is a daring option that is often utilized for wedding gowns with a vintage feel.
  
   

Statement Veils We Love!

 

• Celestial Veil: The Celestial bridal veil from Grace Loves Lace is the one for you if you want your wedding day outfit to be absolutely stunning. It is covered with 139 glass jewels and is unabashedly bold. It's a clear winner in terms of crystal wedding veils.

 

• Bow Front Volume Veil: If an affordable bridal veil is what you're after, Coast has you covered with its bow-adorned beauty. You wouldn't believe it just costs under £40! For a flirtatious, lively style, pair it with a wedding dress with a bow.

 

• Annette Lace Wedding Veil: An all-lace bridal veil has a certain allure, and this choice from La Voile Rose checks all the right boxes for us. We like the concept of a cathedral bridal veil made from this elegant material, which is offered in a variety of lengths.

 

• Iris Flower Embroidered Wedding Veil: Use this embroidered floral wedding veil with your boho wedding gown for a style that is distinctive and ideal for a relaxed bride. Oh, and don't forget to put on a stylish pair of wedding sunglasses as well!

 

• Helena Veil Headband: When we saw this veil headband on Farfetch, we instantly fell head over heels since Jenifer Behr is the go-to designer for contemporary and trendy wedding accessories. Even though it is more expensive, just look at the delicate tulle and exquisite blooms.

 

• Hip Length Floral Embroidered Veil: Another excellent option for inexpensive bridal veils that look everything but cheap is the Hip Length Floral Embroidered Veil from ASOS. Consider the simplicity of this hip-length floral bridal veil, which we like.

 

• Penny Pearl Veil: It should come as no surprise that we are smitten with this pearl-encrusted wedding veil given how captivated we are with the pearl wedding dress trend. The Penny pearl veil will be a wonderful touch to your ensemble since it is timeless but trendy.

 

• Barely There Skylar Veil: For women who want something simple and unobtrusive, the Skylar veil from Britten Weddings is ideal. It may be fastened to a silver, gold, or rose gold clip and would look lovely when worn with a bridal hair updo.

 

• Feather Trim Veil: Why not include this feather-trimmed bridal veil in your bachelorette party attire in addition to wearing it on your big day? We like how lively and enjoyable it is. It is stylish, trendy, and glitzy.

 

• White Diamante Veil: If you want a little glitter without making a big impression, this bridal veil with crystals by Quiz is great. As soon as it catches the light, it will look magnificent.

 

• Margarita Daisy Veil: This gorgeous chapel-length veil is constructed of delicate tulle and is embroidered in ivory with a scattered daisy pattern. We're all in favor of a statement veil, and this one would look stunning with a simple wedding gown.

 

• Fingertip Length Lace Edged Wedding Veil: Another lovely veil for ladies who choose to keep things simple is the fingertip-length lace-edged wedding veil. This off-white bridal veil is elegant and timeless and features a lace trim that begins at the shoulder. It is wonderful with all types of bridal gowns and is fingertip length.

 

• Pleated Wedding Veil: This pleated piece, a contemporary replacement for the conventional bridal veil, is offered in shoulder, elbow, fingertip, and ballerina lengths to meet your demands. It tumbles so gracefully!

 

• Truly Madly Deeply Long Veil: By choosing this personalized wedding veil from Grace Loves Lace, you may copy Hayley Bieber's bridal look. It makes for a very beautiful shot, as this model demonstrates.

 

• Bridal Bow Wedding Veil: You will be bang on style whether you choose this stunning bow wedding veil or a wedding dress with bows since bridal bows are having a huge moment.

 

• Starry Celestial Inspired Veil: This shroud is the first star we see tonight, star brilliant, star dazzling! The addition of this fingertip gold star veil to the current trend of gorgeous celestial wedding inspiration is absolutely divine perfection.

 

• Scalloped Veil with Textile Petals: Even conventional brides may participate in the statement veil trend! Modern fabric petals are dispersed throughout the veil, wonderfully complementing the traditional scalloped lace. It's a subdued statement that puts a modern twist on conventional knee-length (or waltz-length) veils.

 

• Modern Boho Fringe Veil: It appears as if the phrase "dramatic veil" was coined just for this. This contemporary bohemian wedding theme brings together fringe lovers. We like how it looks with a strapless, straightforwardly structured gown! It is fingertip length and has beauty in both texture and style.

 

• Blush Pink Juliet Cap Veil with Statement Lace: For a few years now, blush has been winning our hearts for weddings, and it continues to do so in charming new ways. This pretty pink ballerina-length Juliet cap with a striking lace appliqué is what you get when you combine classic design with contemporary color!

 

• Ruffled Tulle Veil: The veil's ruffled top, which is ultra-feminine and delicate, gives it a charming and distinctive impression. The cloth is tightened to conceal a comb, and we like the metallic beading accent to up the cuteness!

 

• Vintage Inspired Floral Embroidered Veil: This chapel-length veil stands out boldly in contrast to any white bridal gown thanks to its fall hues! A playfully charming two-piece dress and complementary bouquet colors give it a lovely contemporary style with nostalgic appeal.

 

• Flores Veil, Ann-Marie Faulkner: A veil like this one by Ann-Marie Faulkner would be ideal if you want to add some color to your bridal attire. We like the pastel-colored decorations that decorate the veil's bottom. You may wear this veil as a single or double layer.

 

• Polka Veil: This veil by Ann-Marie Faulkner is perfect for Polka Veil Brides who want to stand out on their special day. This elbow-length veil is composed of ivory with flocked ivory dots on a delightfully soft French tulle.

 

• Accordion Veil by Davie & Chiyo: Although fairly uncommon, accordion-style veils like this Davie and Chiyo design look especially chic with "no frills" dresses. They are also quite stunning and elegant. Accordion veils are a stylish choice since they combine a traditional form with a contemporary touch.

 

• Custom Slogan Circle Veil by Crown & Glory: Veils with personalized lettering are available for individuals who wish to add a little flare to their special day. Brides are free to choose whatever they like, such as their new last name or a special phrase or slogan. Some brides may decide to wear their "slogan veil" throughout the day, while others may only do so during the reception. These are so much fun in any case!

 

• Mini Tulle Veil with Pearls by Twigs & Honey: If you like birdcage veils and are considering wearing one to your wedding, think about going with one that has some added decoration, like pearls or flowers. Birdcage veils often have large mesh, but choosing one with finer material and some ornamentation is considerably more attractive.

 

• Boho Veil by Claire Pettibone: These lovely and oh-so-sweet boho veils with antique-style embroidery and ornamentation conjure up purity and passion.

 

• Mantilla Lace Trim Veil by Blair Nadeau: Such mantilla-style bridal veils conjure up images of faith, chastity, and everlasting passion. This traditional design is stunning, and Blair Nadeau's rendition has magnificent lace trim and the finest material while yet allowing a bride's hair to peek from below.

 

• Chantilly Hair Bun by Grace Loves Lace: This uncommon fashion is elegant and one-of-a-kind; it may really highlight the fine features of a well-made veil. This design is certain to get a lot of positive attention since it is an attractive appearance that isn't often worn.

 

• Stefanie Ingram: Simply stunning! A veil with a lot of vibrant, young, and wildly stylish flowers will undoubtedly create a great impression. The most simple to the most intricate wedding gowns may all be worn with this design.

 

• Rose Gold Flaked Veil by Cleo & Clementine: However, those gorgeous gold flakes have now found their way to bridal veils—and what a lovely place for them to be! 2018 saw a lot of gold-flecked wedding décor and cakes. The delicate texture of gold flakes pairs well with the delicate fabric used in the majority of veils to create a dreamy wedding aesthetic.

 

• Secret Garden Veil by Crown & Glory: This amazing veil is teeming with vibrant, colorful plants and animals! This nature-themed masterpiece was created using hand-sewn diamonds and embroidery. Although a bride would be fortunate to locate anything comparable, Crown & Glory sells this particular model.

 

Let’s be honest- you are either a veil girl, or you are not! While many individuals choose not to wear a veil since it historically represents purity and innocence, you may also think of veils as what they are: a lovely accessory that makes your wedding dress come to life. And after exploring the many lengths, styles, and variants, you could find yourself wanting to give in. While we generally are used to seeing minimal veils with classic cuts, going statement can add a bit of drama to your overall look! We hope this blog on statement veils gives you ideas and encourages you to go bold with your veil!