I think I like it! Especially with her dark hair so you see the veil more, very dramatic. I guess I would say don't do the hair too fussy, like to big or to curly and it looks like it works.
I like the pic and I agree that, with the dark hair, it stands out nicely. I think I've only see Rene on here with a birdcage so that's my only point of reference (she's got the cute pixie-ish cut). However, I do think it looks great! Go for it!
I wore my hair down and to the side. My hair wasn't completely loose though. It was in complicated curls and stuff, but it looked pretty if I do say so myself!
Re: birdcage veils