Veils Buying Guide

[01] Choosing the Right Length

Short or Long is the first choice,

Short veils are great for low-hassle; no one will need to fix it for you or step on it.
Long veils often elevate your bridal look and make a big statement - just require a little extra care.

My Recommendation for Short Veils.

I suggest matching the length to the shape of your dress. For example, ball gowns flare out at your waist, so an elbow-length veil will pair best. Mermaid-shaped gowns flare at the thigh, so fingertip pairs well. If you have a tighter-fitting dress with little volume, just about any length will look amazing.
~ The most common choice in this length is Finger-tip

Elbow 26" - Princess/A-line Cut Gowns
Fingertip 42" - Mermaid/Trumpet Shaped Gowns
Waltz 55" - Tea Length Dresses and Sheath Gowns
Floor 70" - Suits/ Outfits with Little to No Trains

The options can be overwhelming, so here is a brief guide to help you make the best choices for you.

My Recommendation for Long Veils.

I suggest going longer than the train of your gown. If you are not sure of the length of your train, go with the cathedral length. Always better to get one too long than too short.
~ The most common choice in this length is Cathedral

Chapel 95" - Gowns with Medium/Short Trains
Cathedral 120" - Gowns with Long Trains
Royal 145" - So EXTRA, works with every dress, but takes a lot of care to walk in.

[02] Choosing between Combs & Clips

Hair Extension Clips

These offer a much stronger hold for thinner hair, and for wearing your hair down.

Standard Bridal Comb

Most hairstylists will be familiar with how to work with these; they do tend to slide in and out more easily, good for up-dos or thicker hair.

[03] Color Pairing

The right answer is always to match the dress or go darker - Never Lighter.

A lighter color veil can make your dress look dull; for this reason, I rarely offer bright white as an option. It can lean blue in natural lighting, and most dresses today are Ivory or Soft White.

The thing is, Ivory can mean different colors depending on the material and manufacturer.
- So matching can be near impossible, but veils are naturally very transparent; so even if it is not perfect, a slightly darker tone veil will add depth without taking away from the gown.

Hope you found this helpful!

Thanks ~ Tay