| Veils were traditionally used to hide the bride's identity, | | | | of your arm, approximately 25 inches. The most |
| as part of a custom that the bride and groom would | | | | popular veil, however, is the fingertip. It's composed of |
| be kept utter strangers until they met at the altar. (This | | | | several layers that reach up to the hands. |
| also explains the superstition that you're not allowed to | | | | Because of the return of vintage dresses some types |
| see each other on your actual wedding day.) | | | | of veils are regaining popularity. There's the waterfall |
| Today, veils serve no other purpose than to make you | | | | veil, held in place by a headband, and often made with |
| feel beautiful. Of course, it also adds to the wedding's | | | | several layers of tulle. Other options are the mantilla (a |
| romance: the magical moment of the bride lifting her | | | | Spanish veil that's draped over the head, usually with a |
| veil for her first kiss often inspires tears. | | | | lace border) and a ballet (which kisses the ankles). |
| Here are some things to remember as you survey | | | | When choosing a veil, consider your height. If you're |
| your options: | | | | very petite (under 5'4") a very long veil will overwhelm |
| A blusher is a short veil that's worn over the face, then | | | | your frame. Stick to an elbow veil. If you're over 5'7" |
| flipped back when it's time for the groom to kiss the | | | | you can wear a fingertip veil, which look gorgeous on |
| bride. It's usually sewn to a longer veil, or a hat. The | | | | your statuesque body. Also look at the detail of your |
| fly-away veil just brushes across your shoulders, while | | | | dress. Your veil should lead the eye to the focal point, |
| the elbow veil (as the name implies) falls in the middle | | | | such as embroidery or lace. |