One of the most spectacular elements in the image of the bride is considered a wedding veil. It perfectly complements the whole image as a whole, allows you to create a haze of mystery, and even shifts the emphasis on the appearance of the bride. It is naive to believe that a veil is an echo of the past. She is more than ever popular and in demand. But what happens?
Some historical information about veil
Few people know that a wedding veil came to us from the distant past. True, its significance has changed somewhat over time. Many years ago, it was considered not just a beautiful holiday accessory.
It was previously believed that she was able to protect a young wife from the evil eye. Therefore, initially the veil was very dense and long. The wedding product for Roman brides worked on the same principle. It was red and, like a huge veil, covered the whole body of the bride (from top to bottom).
Modern wedding accessories
Modern wedding veil has undergone significant changes. She became thin and transparent. Moreover, various decorative elements were added to its design. Also, recently the length and number of layers of this product may vary.
Varieties of veils along its length
Depending on the length of the transparent fabric, the following types of wedding veil are distinguished:
- A shortened version that resembles a veil.
- Medium length (before the start of the shoulder line).
- To the middle of the elbow.
- To the very fingertips (given the longest middle finger).
- With a length slightly more than average (to the floor).
- The longest version with a loop (up to 3 m).
All of these options are quite popular and have their own advantages and features. However, it should be borne in mind that, for example, a short veil can reduce the bride’s height and visually give volume to her figure. But a long one - on the contrary, can visually increase your height and make your figure more elongated and slim.
A short veil-shaped veil is perfect for brides over 25 years old. The magnificent and multi-layer version looks good on girls and women of any age and with different hair lengths. However, he looks most attractive on short hair.
Fashionable veil of small length
A short wedding veil can also be of several types. For example, an accessory called a “veil” is considered to be the most interesting. It is made from a small piece of very thin (large or small) mesh or from transparent tulle. Such a net, as a rule, covers only part of the face and the upper part of the head. It is lush and is complemented by wedding flowers, artificial pearls, bows or ribbons.
Another shortened wedding veil for the bride is called Bluesher or Blusher. This is a modified version of the “veil”. However, unlike the previous version of a short wedding product, this one can be worn both forward (covering the part of the face) and back (hiding the back of the head and hair).
It is believed that as a veil, this veil should be worn only in the first half of the wedding ceremony. At the moment of a piquant kiss of the newlyweds, the veil leans back and turns into a short and magnificent veil. This option is perfect for a hot summer. With this hat, the bride will not be too hot and she will not feel embarrassed.
Beautiful and magnificent veil for the bride
A lush white wedding veil is called a “fountain”. As a rule, she is not too long and barely reaches the bride’s shoulders. Longer versions of this accessory are much less common.
Typically, such a veil lays in volumetric waves on part of the head and slightly covers the hair. On one of its sides there is a dense and effective assembly. Sometimes it is complemented by a diadem or decorative weaving of artificial flowers, a string of artificial pearls.
The original addition to the spectacular "fountain"
Another long wedding veil is called a “fan”. Visually, it is similar to the previous version of the wedding accessory ("fountain"). However, unlike him, the “fan” has a translucent base and a layer slightly slightly shortened on the sides, resembling a kind of frill.
According to stylists, this option is suitable for almost everyone. It looks good complete with other wedding decorations and is easily fixed inside the bride’s hairstyle.
Mid-elbow flowing veil
If you pay attention to the photo, a long wedding veil can reach the middle of the elbow. As a rule, the length of such an accessory is about 80 cm. It is believed that this length is the most relevant. She allows the bride to move freely, does not interfere and does not hamper her movements.
The most feminine headdress
The most feminine headdress is considered to be a veil with a length up to the tips of the fingers. On the one hand, she slightly covers her shoulders, as if gently hugging them, and on the other, she closes the hairstyle from behind and effectively flows along the back of the bride. According to numerous glossy photos, the wedding veil is also universal. It is perfect for any complexion of the figure and wedding outfit of any cut.
Despite the fact that such a veil looks pretty nice both during the photo shoot and during the festive wedding ceremony, wearing it is quite difficult. As practice shows, if you chose this particular option of wedding decoration, be prepared for the fact that you can not do without outside help. This veil must be periodically corrected so that it neatly lays down in a beautiful cascade. To do this, you will need to ask someone, for example, a girlfriend of the bride.
Long veil for lovers of waltz
Such a wedding dress is considered very loose and stylish. Usually this is a long product that does not reach the floor. It is simply created in order to emphasize the special elegance and femininity of any bride.
It is believed that such a veil was relevant in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. It was she who allowed the bride to move freely during the dance. And since at that time the waltz was the most relevant, then such a veil was named after this wonderful dance.
Long drop-down veil for a formal celebration
Another option for a long wedding product is a veil called "Chapel". According to stylists, it is intended for a formal ceremony, which is attended by a large number of guests. Very often she is put on not only for the classical ceremony, but also for the wedding.
Almost always, this model contains a spectacular border in the form of lace. It falls to the floor and lays on it with a kind of loop. Sometimes the length of such a model is 2.5-3 m. A wedding veil with a diadem, artificial one or more colors is worn.
The perfect veil for a wedding ceremony
If you want to choose a longer model, then the veil "Cathedral" is simply created for you. According to preliminary information, its length reaches 3-3.5 m. It also falls to the floor and creates an amazingly long train.
In combination with a dress correctly selected for this model, the bride easily turns into the divine Virgin Mary. In such an outfit and image, it is not a sin to get married in the most beautiful church cathedral.
The longest wedding model
The first place among the longest models of veils is "Italian lace" or "Cathedral". This one, like the Cathedral, is a transparent and falling model. However, unlike her, the length of the "Cathedral" model reaches 4-4.5 m. Sometimes it is decorated with original Italian lace, which is done manually.
Thanks to her grace and beauty, it is completely uncomplicated to create the image of a real royal person. But only when choosing this model it is recommended to use an additional shorter and more practical version of the veil. The second option should be used after the main wedding ceremony.
Multi-layer or single-layer veil: options
In addition to length, the veil may differ in the number of layers. For example, the model consisting of two layers is considered the most famous. She is the most practical and allows you to simultaneously hide not only the bride's hairstyle, but also her face. Consequently, the front of the product (usually the shortest) gently lowers forward, and the rear (longest) falls on the hair. Thus, the bride can hide her face before the wedding ceremony, and after kissing a short layer of the product usually leans back.
In second place in popularity is a veil, consisting of three layers. Like a two-layer, it consists of several parts. One of them also hides the face of the bride, and the other two are behind. Sometimes a three-layer model easily turns into a two-layer model. And all because the third layer is often made removable. As a rule, its length reaches the middle of the elbows, it can be up to the tips of the fingers or spread along the floor with a train.
In the wedding fashion, there is also a single-layer model that completely covers the shoulders and head of the bride. Usually she practically does not hold on to anything, but simply throws herself on like a scarf or openwork bedspread. In contrast, a multi-layer veil is made in a circle and is attached to the hairstyle at one point. Such a product looks very voluminous and magnificent. To put on such a veil is with a neat wedding hat, flowers or diadem.
As you can see, modern veil models, unlike products that existed many centuries ago, have changed a lot. They amaze with their variety, design and length.