Wedding Day Accessory Tips: Do's and Don'ts

Put the cherry on top of your wedding day look with the perfect selection of accessories. The right wedding day jewelry will enhance your dress, but a piece that doesn't go with the style may look awkward and out of place. There are a few different factors that go into picking out the perfect bridal accessories for your big day.

Do's for wedding hair accessories
Complement the style of your dress. If your dress has a vintage feel, don't go with modern jewelry. No matter how pretty the pieces are, they simply won't fit with the style of the gown.
Match all your metals. If your engagement ring is silver or white gold, make sure to choose the same color for your bridal accessories. Mixed-and-matched metals create a trendy look that can work with an everyday outfit, but it doesn't look good in pictures. Opt for all the same color metal, even if you have to purchase faux gold or silver to do it.
Incorporate an heirloom. Borrow jewelry from family or in-laws for your wedding day. It'll make looking back at the jewelry in your wedding pictures that much more meaningful. If you don’t have jewelry you can borrow, start your own tradition. Purchase a string of pearls or a pair of earrings that you can pass down to the future bride in your life.
Consider hair accessories. Even if you're wearing a veil, you can still rock an embellished headband or lovely comb. If you want to change up your hair accessories from ceremony to reception, try removing the veil and putting on a fascinator for the big party.
Wear pieces that enhance your gown. Short-sleeved dresses look pretty with bracelets, while strapless and sweetheart dresses look fab with bold earrings Halters go great with hair accessory jewelry, and V-necks look stunning when paired with pendants or chokers.
Remove excess body jewelry. Those eyebrow and nose piercings are not something you'll love seeing when you flip through your wedding album at your 50th anniversary party, no matter how cool it looks right now.


Don'ts for wedding accessories
Don't look at jewelry until you pick out your dress. This seems obvious, but brides often get hooked on statement pieces that models are wearing or that they see in bridal salons. Building a look around a piece of jewelry limits your dress options and makes it a lot harder to find a gown.
Don't worry about adorning yourself in diamonds. It's just one day; you can wear cubic zirconia and other faux gemstones if that's how you want to complete your look.
Don't wear wedding jewelry on your left arm. Keep the focus on your left side, on your engagement and wedding band. There will be tons of pictures and guests looking at your left hand; large bracelets and excess rings can take away from your bridal set.
Don't overload yourself with accessories. You don't need to wear one of every type of jewelry. A simple necklace and pair of earrings, or a hair piece and bracelet will do the trick. Less is definitely more when it comes to accessorizing on your wedding day.
Don't focus on trends. In thirty years, you'll most likely regret that super chunky necklace you just had to have. You won't look at pictures and say, "I shouldn't have worn those pearls" or "Those diamond studs were way too gaudy."
Don't forget about the bag. Even though your maid of honor will most likely be keeping tabs on it the entire night, a clutch will look nice in pictures and carry everything you need to touch up your makeup throughout the evening.

Kins od the Veil Length

Veil length highlights you and your wedding dress. A long veil can lengthen your look while a short veil can add interest to the top of your dress. We can help you! Here you can learn about the different lengths and how to measure. Feel free to contact us or call us for personal assistance!


To get an idea of a custom veil length on yourself

Find a friend and a full length mirror
If possible try on your gown, definitely wear the same height shoes
Start a long string (or tape measure) on your head where you plan to wear your veil
Run the string down your back
Mark where you may want your veil to end
Measure to the mark(s)
For a blusher veil

Mark where you want the blusher to end in back
Holding the string in place on top of your head, move the string to the front
Adjust if needed to where you want it to end in front
Keep in mind wedding day hairstyles can take up extra veil length, so it’s best to go a bit longer

Shoulder Veil
The shoulder length veil is a short veil that touches your shoulders or slightly covers them. The Communion Veil falls in the shoulder length category. For the short veil it is very important to know where you will attach the veil on your head because that will make a big difference in the veil length.


Elbow Length Veil
The elbow length veil reaches your elbows or your waist. An elbow veil can be used to cover your shoulders. An elbow length veil will highlight a wedding dress with a spectacular skirt. Be sure to measure as our “elbow veils” can be up to 36 inches which can fall at fingertip level for many brides.

Fingertip Veil
The fingertip veil should just graze your fingertips when your fingers are extended. Fingertip wedding veils fall below the waist and do well to keep the focus on an amazing bodice. Mantilla veils are a good size at fingertip length.


Waltz Length Veil
The waltz length veil should end just about knee length, usually 8 to 12 inches above the floor. Think of a waltz a dance gliding across the room. A waltz length veil is not as fluffy due to the longer length. To show off a stunning waist or bodice on your dress, choose a waltz veil.

Chapel Length Veils
Chapel length veils fall just above the floor or to the ankles. A chapel veil can lengthen your overall look.Chapel length veils tend to hang straight down and not get as fluffy. It’s important to measure to find ankle or floor length on yourself…with shoes on and starting where you will wear it on your wedding day.


Cathedral Veil
The cathedral veil trails behind the gown on the floor like a train. A good way to add a train when your dress does not have one. For a dress with a train, end the cathedral veil 4 to 6 inches or more beyond the dress train so the veil will spread out and allow your dress to show through. Even at full width cathedral length veils are quite transparent.


Royal Length Veil
A royal length veil is even longer than the cathedral veil. Royal veils are more than 120 inches long, we’ve made some as long as 240 inches. For the most dramatic effect chose a royal length veil.

Useful Tips for Choosing Wedding Veils

Colors should match. Don't choose an ivory veil for a white dress. Even though the difference may look slight, the contrast will show.
Embellishments on a veil should match those on the dress. If your dress is studded with pearls, you'll probably want pearl embellishments on the veil.
Make sure the weight of the headpiece and veil combined is something you can deal with. Most headpieces are secured to the head with combs. If the veil is heavy, the combs can play havoc with your hairdo.
If you're in love with your veil but don't feel it will be comfortable for an all-day affair, consider getting a veil with a detachable headpiece. After the wedding ceremony and pictures, you can detach the veil and wear the headpiece only. You want to feel light as you dance the evening away.

Once you choose a veil, you'll be able to choose your hairstyle. If you'll be having your hair and makeup professionally done, it would be a good idea to bring your veil to the hairdresser's with you when you go for your initial consultation. You can discuss styles in advance and perhaps try a few for your consideration.

If you'll be doing your own hair, take some time and practice with styles that work best with your veil. The last thing you want on the day of your wedding is to have to experiment with different styles.

Where to Buy Veils
While brides often purchase their veils from the salon or shop where they purchased their dress, others may not find quite the right one. In this case, check out other retailers and shops for a wider selection.

Bridal Veils and Jewelry
Bridal Veils and Jewelry features affordable veils and headpieces, along with jewelry. With 15 colors, 14 edge options, and the choice between one and two tier veils, brides are sure to find something to suit their style at this shop.
Birdcage Veils
A birdcage veil is a short, chic, netted veil style that allows you to see clearly. At Birdcage Veils, you can choose wedding fascinators with different types of nets. Check out their video gallery to get good examples of all the cool bridal styles they offer. Owner Melody Ginn receives each email order.
Illusions Bridal
Illusions Bridal has wedding hair accessories and veils, including headpieces. These beautiful headpieces fit on the wedding crowns or tiaras. Choose a simple or more complex style to pair with your veil. They typically ship within just a couple days of the order.
Occansey Designs
Want more control over your veil design? Partner with Occansey Designs and get the exact look you want. You'll choose important details like fullness, layers, cut, and color.


Store Your Veil Carefully
Before the wedding, hang the veil in a closet, preferably away from sunlight, moths and other elements. If it came in a garment bag, you'll want to keep storing it that way for protection. After the wedding, take your veil, along with your dress, to the person preserving the dress. The veil will be stored in the same box for future generations to use.

How To Pick Your Perfect Wedding Headpiece

We caught up with renowned South Florida hairstylist and owner of Phairis Bridal Hairstyling, Rebecca Mousseau to get some expert tips for our brides-to-be.  One of the tricky bridal beauty decisions to make is choosing the right hairstyle and the right headpiece to match your dress.


A common problem brides battle is a disconnect between their fabulous hairstylist and their equally fabulous bridal wear consultant.  While both may be experts in their own domain, it is imperative that the looks created are complementary. Great hair and a great dress don't necessarily equal a great overall look.  Both elements have to fit together flawlessly.

In today's Bridal Beauty blog, Rebecca shares the tricks to choosing the perfect bridal headpiece to complete any bridal look.


According to Rebecca, finding the perfect hairpiece for your special day is no small task. One rule of thumb to always follow is her “Busy & Simple” Theory. If your dress is busy and has a lot going on, such as frills, lace, beading etc. you’re hairpiece should be simple and smaller in size.

If your gown is more of a simple style, your hairpiece should be busy! Large flowers, bird cage veils, beaded and feathered hairpieces add that extra glamorous touch to your look.

You want your hair accessory to flow seamlessly with your gown and not be overbearing. Creating a style board is a great way to see which hair piece would best suit your personal style and your gown.

Here are a few great tips for narrowing down your chooses!

Bridal gowns adorned in lace are a huge hit this season and Rebecca has put together a few options for hair pieces that not only enhance your look but flow beautifully with your gown.

Lace gowns are so eye catching and elegant you don’t need a whole lot in your hair. Small to medium sized vintage pieces are your best bet. Whether you wear them on one side or in the back, they add just enough sparkle and bling to your look. Fresh flowers and feathered clips also add that special touch.

Nothing shows curves like a mermaid bridal gown and Rebecca has chosen the best hair pieces to suit each style. Whether you’re wearing a simpler gown or an all-out extravagant dress, here’s her picks!

For dresses with lace, frills and glamorous embellishments, your hair piece can take the back seat. Opt for something simpler such as a fresh flower, small rhinestone hair clips or a feather creation.

For mermaid gowns that are stunningly simple, opt for something a little more over-the-top when it comes to your hair piece. Large faux flowers and full headpieces as well as bird cage veils will add a vintage twist, adding timeless style to a modern gown.

Ballroom Gowns are the Cinderella story, played out by every bride who chooses one!

Fresh flowers or small to medium sized hair pins work best with this style of dress. Fresh flowers are soft and romantic while embellished hair clips add just enough sparkle to your already WOW gown.

The "flower child" look has become quite popular, especially for outdoor weddings. These whimsical hair accessories can be made of either fresh or faux flowers.

Halo’s are usually worn with more simple dresses in either lace or taffeta and can be made from a wide variety of flowers. They can either sit on the forehead or be worn like a head band. You can make them extra special by incorporating a brooch or your “something borrowed” to add a little bling and personality.

DOs and DON’Ts: 5 Tips for Picking Your Wedding Jewelry

I rarely wear jewelry—besides my wedding and engagement rings—but when I do, my instinct is to get all Mary-Kate Olsen and pile on everything in my jewelry box. Which means I’m probably the wrong person to ask about choosing your bridal wedding jewelry. So I got in touch with someone who’s much more qualified!
Urvi, an expert jewel stylist and the owner of Tejani, put together some DOs and DON’Ts to help you pull together your wedding day look. And I went ahead and picked some pieces from her collection that I think you’ll adore. Just promise me you won’t try to wear everything at once.

DON’T wait ’til the last minute!
You never want your accessories to be an afterthought. Order everything at least a month in advance. You’ll want to have enough time to try it on with your wedding dress and make sure you’ve achieved the final look you want.

DO go big!
Especially if you’re wearing your hair down! Dainty earrings will get lost in your hair. Punch up your look with some dramatic statement earrings!




DON’T over-accessorize!
The only thing worse than under-accessorizing is over-accessorizing. If your wedding dress has a lot of lace or heavy embroidery, choose light pieces to compliment it. If you have your heart set on a chunky necklace, skip the armful of bangles and shoulder-grazing earrings. Ask a stylish friend to help you edit your look!

DO accessorize your bridesmaids!
You spent countless hours finding the perfect bridesmaid dresses, so take a few minutes to complete the look with fabulous accessories. Keep the style consistent, but let your bridesmaids express their individuality. (Trust me, they’ll thank you!) The styles below match, but they’re not matchy-matchy. p.s. You can choose any color stones to match your palette!



DON’T be afraid to change your look!
You can have a classic look when you walk down the aisle, then change up your jewelry when you’re going to let loose at the reception. Add a few bangles or switch out your elegant pearl studs for statement-making chandelier earrings.

Diy Wedding Accessories-Silk And Lace Blossom Pin Tutorial

 Is everyone is excited for the new book, Adornments from Twigs and Honey and Elizabeth Messina? It is filled with with tutorials and gorgeous pictures, and it’s a must-have for anyone who loves to craft.
In honor of her new book, Myra put together this DIY Silk And Lace Blossom Pin tutorial exclusively  for our readers. The final product is incredibly pretty and can be worn anywhere. It would look so cute tucked in an updo or loose bun. We also love that the tutorial is quite easy and only requires a few supplies and takes a few steps.

Materials & Tools
4-6 squares of silk fabric that are from 2-3” (I’m using silk organza and silk chiffon)
Assorted beads
Assorted piece of lace (preferably with light beading)
Bobby pin
Scissors
Needle & thread



 A special thanks to Myra for putting this together for us and be sure to check out her new book. Adornments. Read on to learn how to make these silk and lace blossom pin diy wedding accessories.
Step 1: Cut the silk squares in to rounded shapes. These don’t have to be perfect circles. A few wobbles and jagged edges are a good thing.
Step 2: Pull with on the edges of the cut silk using your fingers to fray the edges.
Step 3: Continue fraying your silk rounds until all are nicely deconstructed. Layer the silk pieces on top of each other and tuck in a few lace accents. Pinch the center and hand stitch together, sewing a few beads into the center as you go.
Step 5: Sew onto a bobby pin. You can create 1 or multiple of these pins for a layered effect.

What To Do With Your Wedding Decorations After the Wedding

You put months of thought into your wedding day details and it paid off. The centerpieces were flawless, the table runners were crisp, and the reception decorations stayed put throughout the party. Congratulations. You’re married! Now you’re looking at overstuffed boxes of tulle, mason jars, lanterns, table settings, and linens in your living room. What’s a newlywed to do? It’s time to gift, sell, DIY (again), donate, and store. Read on to get the details!


Gift Your Wedding Decorations
Look at your decorations and get creative. Which ones can you gift to friends and family? You can turn a mason jar, for example, into an instant gift by filling it with dry chocolate chip cookie mix, tying a ribbon around the top, and sticking a recipe on it. Freebie Finding Mom has 25 mason jar recipes that span all holidays. Or, use small vases or jars to hold cutlery, tea, or sugar in your kitchen.

And the lanterns you used to light the aisle or provide reception ambiance? Add a citronella candle and bring one as a hostess gift to your next outdoor get-together!

Sell Your Wedding Decorations
This may seem the most appealing option for budget-savvy brides looking to recoup some of their wedding day expenses. The best part? You already have professional photographs of your wedding decor! Peruse Craigslist, Etsy, and eBay and you’ll find plenty of brides looking to unload used/unused wedding decor, wedding clothing, and even some wedding gifts. (Yikes, don’t be one of these gift-givers! Get the newlyweds a gift they won’t return!)

If it seems like too much of a hassle to list individual items, post pictures of your wedding and sell your wedding decorations as a themed bundle. You may not recoup all of your money, but you’ll be one step closer to clearing the clutter and still make a little cash.

The best site for reselling gently used wedding decorations and accessories (in my opinion) is Tradesy. They help you list literally everything from your wedding, including your shoes, veil, accessories, paper products, centerpieces, chandeliers, and more.

But you don’t have to go high-tech to make a buck or two. Want to get things out of the house fast? Host a garage sale. While you may not make top-dollar at a garage sale, you’ll certainly clear things out quickly.

No matter how you choose to sell your wedding decorations, you can help them sell faster and at a higher price if you showcase how YOU used them at your wedding. Other brides will be inspired to re-create your look!

Donate Your Wedding Decorations
No act of kindness, however small, is ever wasted. Know a coworker or friend’s daughter that is getting married soon? The bride-to-be may be able to re-purpose your decorations for her own big event. Do you really need three beverage dispensers? Or, donate your centerpieces to a hospital or elderly home in your area. Your decorations could also go to supporting an up-and-coming young photographer! Talk about some stylish photo props.

Store Your Decorations in a Sentimental Way
Get a large wooden trunk or plastic storage trunk and decorate it with paint, pages from your favorite wedding magazines, and enjoy an afternoon DIY-ing a memento that could be in your family forever. Here, you can keep extra copies of your invitations, “save-the-dates,” the robe you got ready in, and the hanger that held your dress. Wrap vases and lanterns in table linens or table runners to make the most of your space.

So, what did you do with your wedding decorations after the wedding? Sell them? Donate them? Store them? Which decorations did you keep? Help out brides-to-be everywhere and let us know in a comment below!

Choosing the Right Bridal Accessories

After you've selected your wedding gown, it's time to shop for your accessories. It's important to be sure that your accessories match the style and feel of your dress - and that you don't overdo it. Just one or two carefully chosen pieces are usually all you need. Check out our advice on selecting the right accessories for your gown.

Veil

A full-length veil looks just right with a classic ballgown


Gloves

While gloves are most frequently seen with traditional gowns, we love playing up the retro, Marilyn Monroe factor by pairing them with a glam, sexy style.


Birdcage Veil

Brides who want a vintage look gravitate toward a short birdcage veil. This style looks particularly lovely with a short dress.


Floral Wreath

For a full-on boho-chic garden fairy look, a floral wreath is just the right hair accessory. We suggest pairing it with a sheath style gown, perhaps with some floral details to match.


Statement Earrings

If your gown has just a splash of sparkle, a pair of statement earrings can ramp up the look. But if you're wearing a gown that's covered in head-to-toe bling, select smaller earrings.


Jacket or Coat

If you're getting married in the wintertime, consider sporting a cool cover-up if you decide to take pictures outside. Jackets or other outerwear look best on a less-adorned gown.

Hair Flower

A large hair flower looks particularly lovely with a fitted gown or sheath with just a hint of sparkle.

Headband or Tiara

Sparkly headbands or tiaras look picture perfect with a grand ballgown. It's the ultimate princess look.

Necklace

We normally think that statement necklaces look best with strapless necklines, but this pairing of a cool necklace with an illusion neckline gown by Amsale changed our mind.

Your Bridal Crown And Tiara or Headpiece Is Waiting

Who says choosing your wedding accessories has to be stressful? Not us! We believe that picking out a bridal tiara or headpiece can be just as much fun as choosing a wedding gown. In fact, it might even be better because you probably won't have an audience throwing their opinions into the ring. For some brides, choosing a tiara or headpiece feels special because it's one of the first accessories they choose on their own. That's not to say you can't shop with your bridesmaids at your side – it's just that shopping for accessories is your time to choose exactly what you want.


Where do I Start?
The first step – and we mean the very first step – is choosing your wedding dress. Without that, it's almost impossible to choose any wedding crowns and tiaras. Why? Because the tall, golden crown that looks so beautiful in pictures might not look as beautiful with your rum pink gown. Your goal should be a coordinated look, and that means matching your accessories to your dress, and not the other way around.
The second step is having at least a rough idea of your wedding day hairstyle. An elegant updo may warrant a very different bridal headpiece than a long, loose style featuring dazzling mermaid curls. Not sure what you should be looking for? Your stylist will be able to tell you what kinds of tiaras and hair accessories go best with which hairstyles.

What style is best for me?

This is a question that only you can answer, but we're happy to give you a little input into your choices!

Traditional tiaras offer the most dramatic look, and work with everything from simple sheath dresses to traditional ball gowns. They're also versatile in that they can be worn with of without a veil – so your options are wide open. We see tiaras paired with updos more often than other hairdos, but tiaras can be worn with almost any kind of bridal hair.

Wedding Headbands are totally on trend. For brides who want to wear their hair down, a headband adds a touch of elegance to loose hair or a side-swept ponytail. Short hair? No problem! A bridal headband is the ideal compromise for brides with hair too short for other accessory options. Hint: Try asymmetrical headbands for a modern look.

Double Headbands do double duty. They can be worn flat on the head as a headband or tilted forward in tiara style. Some can even be wrapped around a bun!

Bridal Combs are a simple headpiece style that can be worn with almost any hairstyle. Some resemble tiaras and are worn similarly, while others are worn at the side of the head or in the back. A comb-veil combination makes having a second look for the reception easy.

Hair pins are also very versatile. They are a great option for any hairstyle, whether formal or tussled, up or down – but especially in structural updos where they can highlight the dimensionality of the style.


How do I choose a tiara?

Finding the right tiara is usually a matter of not only finding one that harmonizes with the color and decorative elements of your wedding gown, but also thinking about the shape of your face. Any tiara should draw attention to your face by framing it, not draw attention away from it. How do you make that happen?

•    Round/Full face: To make your face appear longer, choose a bridal tiara that has a delicate, high peak.
•    Long face: Choose headbands or tiaras with little or no height that extend over your head from one side to the other at an even height.
•    Oval face: Avoid peaked tiaras, and look instead for asymmetrical headpieces that have the most volume at the side of the head.


What is color matching all about?

Your bridal headpiece should be a part of your overall wedding day ensemble. In other words, it should add to the beauty of your gown – not steal the show! The same rules that you follow when choosing bridal jewelry will help you choose the perfect tiara or headband.

WHITE GOWN: Choose a tiara that is silver-tone and has clear rhinestones or white pearls to emphasize the brilliance of your dress.

IVORY GOWN: Choose a tiara that is gold-tone or has ivory pearls to highlight the softness and femininity of your dress.

DIAMOND WHITE: This is a fairly new shade of white that is lighter than off-white but not stark white. Choose either gold, silver tone, or white pearl.

CHAMPAGNE OR DARK IVORY: Choose a gold tone tiara or dark ivory pearls, because these will let the unique color of your dress shine.

What pattern should I choose?

It's so tempting to look at all the gorgeous tiaras or bridal headpieces out there without thinking about colors or your wedding jewelry, but remember that your hair accessories are part of a whole. There's no one perfect pattern for tiaras, but try to match the pattern in the detailing of your gown to the pattern in the tiara. If you have floral pattern in your gown, look for a headpiece with similar detailing. A modern, plain white gown usually looks best with a tiara with straight lines or a geometric pattern. Again, this is all about unity! Your dress and your accessories shouldn't be fighting for attention.

And a few more helpful tips…

•    Match the beading of your dress to the accents in your tiara. If your dress is dripping with pearls, choose a tiara with some or all pearls. If your dress sparkles with crystals, choose a headpiece with crystal accents.
•    A tiara with only Austrian clear crystals (rhinestones) and no pearls will match any gown.
•    A tiara with pearls should match either the pearl accents on the gown, the color of the gown itself, or the pearls in your other wedding jewelry. Most pearl tiaras go great with off-white or ivory gowns, but some pearls are brighter white, so be sure to check the description of the headpiece.
•    Be sure to take a step back and make sure that all the pieces of your bridal ensemble work together and that no one piece overwhelms another. Your guests should be looking at you, not staring at your tiara.
•    Women with short hair look absolutely beautiful wearing tiaras! Pick a lighter, more delicate tiara that won't require lots of pinning to hold it in place or try headband style tiaras with a more petite shape.

Why Does a Bride Wear a Veil?

I’m getting married in a few weeks, and I want to ask about the custom of the bride wearing a veil. I want to do things right, but I’m not particularly turned on by the veil thing. It seems a bit outdated.
There’s a common misconception that the groom covers the bride’s face before the wedding because he has to check that he is marrying the right bride, ostensibly to avoid what happened to our patriarch Jacob, who was tricked into marrying Leah instead of Rachel. But this doesn’t make much sense: After all, the groom covers his bride’s face, and if he were meant to identify her, he should be uncovering her!

Rather, by covering the bride’s face, the groom is making a statement: “As beautiful as you look today, my love for you is not skin-deep. It is not just your eyes that dazzle me; it is your persona, your character, your views on life—the real you. I can cover your sweet face with a veil and marry you because your face is just one level of your true beauty.”

Another reason for the veil: The Torah says that when Moses came down from Mount Sinai, his face was so bright with holiness that no one dared look at him. He had to wear a cathedral length veil whenever he spoke to the people in order to filter the Divine glare. (This is the source for Michelangelo’s depiction of Moses with horns: The words for “beaming” and “horns” have the same letters in Hebrew; an old Greek translation mistakenly rendered this verse, “And Moses had horns.”)

When the bride and groom stand under the chupah, they are in an elevated state, as they are about to unite as one. In the bride, this elevated state is more revealed. She radiates a special holiness; the Divine Presence (Shechinah), the feminine aspect of G‑d, shines through the face of the bride.

This light is so intense that it must be veiled, just as the light that emanated from Moses’ face had to be covered. Holiness needs privacy.

Those moments under the chupah are potent. As your day approaches, make sure to soak in and utilize every holy second.

Beautiful Short and Sweet Wedding Veils

BlushCheek.com is a new wedding website where brides, grooms, family and friends can purchase a stylish and affordable mix of beautifully curated pieces. Designed to make wedding planning all the more inspiring and enjoyable, Idojour offers accessories and apparel for your wedding weekend, complemented by both inspirational and practical content. Rosanna oversees content, among many other things, and makes sure that everything comes together beautifully on the site.
Here, Rosanna discusses how to find the perfect veil.
The wedding veil is one of the oldest wedding traditions, symbolizing modesty, purity, and chastity. In this day and age, however, wearing a veil is not a requirement, which is why it's so much fun to let your style and personality shine when it comes to selecting your veil. But with so many lengths and styles available, how do you know which veil is the right one for you?

Keep in mind the following when shopping for your veil:
► Your veil should complement your look, not compete with it.
► Simple gowns will offset any intricate lace or beadwork on your veil.
► Heavily beaded or laced gowns look best with sheer or transparent fabric veils (silk chiffon, voile, or organza).
► A blusher, a single layer worn over your face during procession, can be added to any veil.

Today, we look some options for brides who prefer short and sweet veils.
Birdcage veils come in many different styles and can bring a vintage feel to your bridal look. The netting can come down to cover either one or both eyes, your nose, your chin, or even your entire face. It's entirely a matter of choice; see what looks and feels good for you.

Flyaway veils are wispy and often multi-layered, with the longest layers falling on the shoulders. These veils are usually less than 20" and are the shortest of the veils that fall behind the head. It’s a great pick for a less formal occasion, and it’s perfect for a bride who wants a simple, more understated veil.
The elbow veil cascades over the shoulders and floats along your upper arms, ending just above the elbow. It can measure anywhere from 28" to 36" in length, and it's a more casual veil alternative. This veil was a favorite of the postwar 1950s.
The fingertip length veil is meant to float around you like a cape, extending to your outstretched fingertips and typically measuring 48”. It was most popular during the late 1940s and early 1950s. It's also a modern Royal favorite — Kate Middleton wore a silk tulle fingertip length veil when she married Prince William.

The History behind the bridal veil

Wedding day attire has changed in many ways, but one component that has withstood the test of time is the wearing of a wedding veil.

Though many brides know it is tradition to wear a bridal veil, many do not understand why. Here is a look at the history behind the veil and why it continues to be worn today.

The veil and the bouquet that a bride carries may predate the wearing of white. Although there is no definitive reason for the wearing of a veil, many surmise it has to do with ancient Greeks and Romans’ fear of evil spirits and demons. In fact, this is where many of the bridal traditions actually come from, including bridesmaids wearing similar dresses in order to serve as decoys for the bride. In an effort to frighten away or disguise the bride from evil spirits, brides-to-be were dressed in brightly colored fabrics like red and obscured by a veil. But in many cases, the veil prevented the bride from seeing well. That is why her father or another person "gave her away." He was actually escorting her down the aisle so she wouldn’t bump or trip into anything. The veil also served as a method of shielding the bride’s face from her future husband, especially in the cases of arranged marriages.

Superstition has it that it is bad luck for the groom to see the bride prior to the wedding. A veil hiding her face also ensured that the groom would not see his soon-to-be-betrothed up until the ceremony.

Eventually the meaning behind the veil transformed as weddings evolved into religious ceremonies. The veil came to symbolize modesty and obedience. In many religions it is seen as a symbol of reverence for women to cover their heads. When white wedding dresses were worn to symbolize chastity, the white veil followed suit.

Regardless of the origins, veils continue to be sported by today’s brides, who choose from a few different styles. A flyaway is a short veil that ends at the shoulders, while a sweep veil ends at the floor. Chapel and cathedral veils follow the bride at a significant length (nine and 12 feet, respectively). A blusher is a very short veil that covers just the bride’s face as she enters the ceremony. With a fingertip veil, the veil reaches the bride’s waist and brushes at her fingertips.

The wedding veils and headpieces should coordinate with the style of the gown, and many wedding attire consultants suggest choosing the gown prior to the headpiece and veil.

Several Beautiful Mother of the Bride Hairstyle

#1: Refined Extra Long Hairstyle With A Middle Part
At the age of 52 Demi Moore looks excellent and chooses beautiful classic hairstyles. Her formal downdo features light stretched out curls with a few face-framing locks being pinned at the back. The hairstyle should look maximally natural, but with some hair accessories will be more charming.

#2: Long Chic Hairstyle For Mother Of The Bride
Jennifer Lopez chooses a gorgeous hairstyle with the forehead-framing locks combed away from her face and gathered into a high pony that seamlessly blends with the remaining tresses, cascading gracefully onto her shoulders. The curls only for the ends are another individual feature of this ravishing hairstyle.

#3: Stylish Sleek Updo
There are women, like Heidi Klum, who look awesome with sleek updos. If you have a lovely face shape and seek for a secure hairstyle that you do not need to fix up throughout the day, a compact twisted knot or braided bun is a good solution. It’s also a good mother of bride hairstyle idea if you have fine hair or plan to wear the pillbox type of hat.

#4: Medium Retro Waves
If the theme of the wedding suggests vintage or retro-inspired hairstyles, the queen of burlesque Dita Von Teese has an idea to share. Retro hairstyles are in trend, and a wedding is a wonderful occasion to try on a look of your favorite heroine from the previous century. The large, sleek glamorous waves of Dita Von Teese will look awesome on medium-length locks of a monochromatic color.

#5: Medium Voluminous Hairstyle For Women Over 50
Meryl Streep is 65, but who believes? By the way, the actress is against plastic surgeries. So, what’s the secret of her irresistibility that doesn’t fade with age? We suggest that stylish mother of the bride hairstyles do not play here the last role. A good volume near the roots of fine hair can do a miracle to fine hair and turn a simple hairstyle into a festive downdo.

#6: Natural-Looking Loose Updo
Let’s keep in mind that the looks of mothers should conform to the chosen wedding style. Modern green and Boho weddings suggest natural-looking messy hairstyles, like the one we see in this picture. Cameron Diaz could play a role of a great mother of the bride, but she has just become a married woman herself!:) Congrats!

#7: Short Edgy Hairstyle
There’s an opinion that short hairstyles make a woman look younger. That’s why many ladies over 40 switch their long locks for classy chin-length bobs or sassy pixies. Lisa Rinna sticks to the same gorgeous layered hairstyle for years, and it’s one of the most popular and frequently copied short edgy hairstyles.

#8: Mother Of The Bride Hairstyle For Short Hair
Halle Berry will turn 49 this year, but it seems she is getting more and more beautiful with years! Her short hairstyle with fringe looks feminine and stylish thanks to its edgy finish. The moderate volume on the crown and definition for the angled locks is what you need to make your short hairstyle spark.

#9: Short Hairstyle For Mother Of The Bride With Formal Combed Back Locks
Sharon Stone is a sex symbol and a style icon, who has conquered the hearts of millions. Sure, we can’t pass by her elegant looks. A simple short hairstyle with volume at the roots and combed back locks is a decent alternative to an updo.

#10: Naturally-Looking Waves With Extra Shine Finish
All women have gladly welcomed the hair trend towards naturalness. Modern “spontaneous” and messy hairstyles breathe with freedom and lightness. Lively, “imperfectly” styled locks are considered chic these days. Carla Bruni’s soft waves are a good mother of groom hair idea to follow for women with medium-length hair.