There are countless options available to brides for wedding day accessories. Should you go with the traditional veil? Do you want to add some sparkle with a bedazzled headpiece? What are the best options?
The truth is, no option is “best.” You have to decide whether a hairpiece or veil is right for you.
Veils
Back in the day, brides were expected to wear veils at traditional and formal weddings. But now, there are no rules for veils. Every bride deserves the option to wear a veil on her wedding day, no matter the formality or location.
Veils are iconic, timeless, classic pieces many women want to wear. There’s truly no wrong time to wear one. The real question should focus on the veil length. You’ll find everything from birdcage length, between four to nine inches, to cathedral veils, which can extend 108 to 120 inches. If you don’t want a dramatic cathedral veil or a short birdcage, there are plenty of sizes in between.
Headpieces
Not interested in wearing a wedding veil? There are other beautiful options. Headpieces add the perfect amount of sparkle and flair to any wedding ensemble. You’ll find headbands in various styles, floral clips, pearl-adorned headpieces, and more.
Headbands are one of the easiest headpieces to wear at your wedding. You’ll find a wide variety of styles to choose from on the market. Headpieces add a level of sophistication to your wedding day look.
Ensure the style you choose doesn’t clash with your dress. If your dress has floral lace, look for a flowery headpiece. Don’t pair a pearl headband with a sequined-covered wedding gown.
Layering a Veil and a Headpiece
It’s 2023; you don’t have to wear a veil OR a headpiece. And you can absolutely wear both! Incorporate a bejeweled clip to hold your veil in place. Use floral accents to show through your draping veil for a romantic touch.
Spacing, hairstyle, and proportion are three key factors in making the layering seamless. You want the veil and headpiece to appear as one. Work with your hairstylist to create the perfect look once you’ve picked your wedding veil and hairpiece.
Choosing between a veil and a headpiece doesn’t have to be challenging. The one that catches your eye is the right choice for you on your wedding day.
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