Veil Help

angieandjames

Hi ladies,

My dress came in last week, and I have no idea what kind of veil to wear with it, so I have a few questions. 

Here's a link to my dress, and I'm wearing my hair up: http://www.alfredangelo.com/Collections/ProductDisplay.aspx?productID=75db7766-9490-46e0-9ceb-44f26a8c5f7f&categoryID=54246401-6ad2-4745-894e-d0dc006d72c8&pg=1&colorId1=

1. Do you have recommendations for styles?
2. Did you take your dress somewhere to try on veils, and if so, where did you go?  The store I got it at didn't have that many veil options, and I've completely changed my mind on my hairstyle since then anyway.

Thanks!

sparklingdiamond

I love your dress!  I tried on a few veils at the store where I bought my dress.  I didn't buy the veil there, I actually bought it off of Etsy.  But it is the same style as one of the veils I tried on.

bdettecrow

I'm sure you can take it to a bridal store and try on different veils with it.

I personally think, because the back has so many beautiful details, that you should wear a shorter veil, like to your elbow.
 
This veil would be pretty, without the white edges. I like the length for your dress.
http://weddings.theknot.com/Bridal-Accessories/30619/detailview.aspx?id=30619&type=21&Acesseroies+Tags=Veils&TM=21

Then again, I'm not so great with style, I could be way off what you personally would be looking for.

angieandjames

Any suggestions of places to go for veils in Dallas??  I don't want to spend tooooo much....

Donnaaries

Angie, ordering a veil online (through Etsy or Ebay for example), is going to be cheaper than going to a retail store.  Some of the higher end bridal boutiques have veils that are $300!  Insane!

I think since your dress has a lot of detailing work on the back, you should go with a simpler veil.  If your wedding is more formal, maybe just a plain cathedral length veil that has no embellishments, then you could see the detailing on your dress through the veil.  If your wedding is more casual, maybe a finger tip length veil that stops between the designs on the bodice of your dress and the train, either a very thin ribbon edge or plain edge.

mandasue178

In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_texas-dallas-ft-worth_veil?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:102Discussion:a3a59f63-559c-42fa-b875-8768919ae1b4Post:0f7f37b6-e031-4bdb-bcca-016b4b355cb9">Re: Veil Help</a>:
[QUOTE] If your wedding is more formal, maybe just a plain cathedral length veil that has no embellishments, then you could see the detailing on your dress through the veil.  
Posted by Donnaaries[/QUOTE]

<div>I would do this. It's a very formal dress, and I'm afraid a shorter veil might not do it justice. I'd take the veil off for the reception either way. </div>

fallbride1109

My AA store was really helpful with picking out my veil to go with my dress.  I loved my veil.  I also loved the long one they had -- but it was $400!  I tried on an affordable long veil but it was not available in ivory and the sample in the store was damaged.  Ultimately, I loved the veil that went with my dress so I just got it in the shorter version and kept it on all night.  But I agree a simple long veil would probably look lovely with that dress.  There really is something about a long veil that is just so exquisite.  And you could get a pretty hair fascinator or flower for the reception.

amberpro

I feel that dress needs a veil a little longer than the train.  I think it would be very elegant.  But something very simple- no embellishment.  

If the bridal store is too pricey, I'd try Etsy.  I know of several Knotties on my month board that went through Etsy for their veils and were very pleased with the result.  

dannag75

Hey there!! Try Circle Park! They have every kind of veil and any accesories you need. -- and their prices are way better than anyone else. Andrea and company are so great there!