I don't normally seek out advice on this blog, but it's worth a shot.
My mom laughed at me when we went dress shopping because every dressed had to be matched with a veil before I felt "like a bride." A long, flowing veil adds that mysterious charm, the once-in-a-lifetime allure or a bride. Not mention a veil is traditionally the symbol of a woman's purity. To me, the veil makes the dress.
When I went for my fitting, I found the most gorgeous, cathedral-length lace veil. Stunning. Mom said my face lit up with they put it on my. Even though I knew the lace didn't quite go with my dress, I've not got an itch for all that lovely lace that I can't scratch.
Two problems: A, budget. That gorgeous, cathedral-length lace veil costs $300. B, Adam. My fiancé doesn't get it. And why bother with an investment that significant if my groom is going to roll his eyes while I walk down the aisle.
He's right about the width of the veil. I'm only 5'3" (ish) and 115 lbs. I need a narrow veil for my frame. But what about the length?
Do we compromise on a lovely, finger-tip length veil like these?
Or do I totally give into his hesitations, and my parents' pocket-book, and settle for a simpler number?
I need to call the bridal store in the next few days to tell them what we've decided. What do you think?
I think the fingertip length ones are better because they give a sense of flow to the whole ensemble. Given that I don't know what your dress looks like it's hard to make a really informed decision, but I think the shorter veils look a little choppy - a bit poofy because of their length and end at an awkward part of the arm. The longer ones move more naturally as you move your arms and torso.
ReplyDeleteThat's a good point. My dress is strapless and sweetheart cut. It's got a lace overlay and a very short, simple train. It's also "candlelight" instead of white.
ReplyDeleteYou could post a request on etsy for a custom made veil, with a picture of your dress, and see how you can monetarily there, as well as getting advice from designers about what might fit the dress and you best...
ReplyDeletehttp://www.etsy.com/category/weddings
Erin
fingertip, definitely. after all, this is your once-in-a-lifetime chance to wear a veil. it makes sense to revel in it a bit. :)
ReplyDeleteI loved a floor-length (not quite cathedral) veil that I tried on for myself, Emily and Sarah said it gave me a bridal aura and didn't overwhelm me at all. So, bully to Adam and his "small frame" stuff, he's not supposed to know about what you'll be wearing anyways. :-)
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone you know have a veil you can borrow, or can you find one at a second hand or antique store? Alternatively, you could make you own, fix a long piece of tulle to a comb and then find a lace border you like and sew it on yourself.