The Wedding Veil: Part 2

Welcome back to all things veils! Last week I brought you a complete list of wedding veils -http://www.elegantaffairswa.com/our-blog/2016/5/13/the-wedding-veil. Now that you've selected the style you love, here's how to make sure the veil looks photo ready on your big day!

Choosing the right veil:

•  Be sure to match the color of the veil to your wedding gown. In order to do this make sure you bring a swatch of fabric from your dress when you go veil shopping!

Care:

• Hang up your veil when you first receive it to naturally loosen wrinkles.
• Store it hung and away from sunlight until your wedding day- peeking is allowed!
• A long tulle veil may wrinkle easily, so be sure to steam your veil the night before your wedding (no iron! This can discolor or damage the veil)

How to wear:

• Consult your hairstylist! Like I said in my last post- Don’t forget to keep your stylist in the loop!
• For outdoor ceremonies (especially on windy days), consider loosely wrapping your veil around one arm. (Your maid of honor will thank you after!)

For any of you DIY'ers- How to properly fasten a veil:

• For the most secure hold, fasten your veil by first flipping its comb upside-down (teeth facing up). The “U curve” of the comb should curve away from your head.
• Slide the comb upward so that it grabs a bit of hair and then flip over so that the “U curve” correctly cups the back of your head, wiggle that into place and voilà! 

Making your Grand Exit!

Making your grand arrival is an important part of your wedding day but don’t forget the getaway car. You took special consideration when making sure your wedding from top to bottom is in style, make sure your getaway car is up to the same standards. Think outside the box, there’s more out there then empty Campbell’s cans and silly string

Photo by Sea Studio

Photo by Arlene Chambers

What if My Father Doesn’t Walk Me Down the Aisle?

Traditionally, as we all know, the father of the bride walks his daughter down the aisle to give her away to her husband-to-be. But the fairytale relationship between a father and daughter is not everyone’s reality. So if your father isn’t the number one man in your life, or isn’t in your life at all there are other ways to ensure you are escorted down the aisle by someone special.

Your Mom – For all those raised by a single mom or who have unfortunately lost their Father too soon, consider having your mom walk you down the aisle.

Photo by Van Wyhe Photography

Photo by Clane Gessel Photography

Your Brother/Sister – Maybe you grew up with a brother as the “dad” in your life, or he is just your best friend and being a groom’s men just wasn’t enough. Or if your sister is the one who is the important person

Photo by Melissa Kilner Photography

Your Uncle – Whether that is your mom’s or dad’s brother, or maybe a close friend who is like an uncle to you, any male role model who is important in your life is certainly worthy of escorting you down the aisle.

Your Stepfather – He may not be your biological dad but he may be the closest thing you have and in that case, take his arm and start walking!  

Your Grandfather – He has been there since the day you were born and just as important as your father. 

A Combination – It is wonderful to see brides include multiple people in this important part of her wedding. Both parents, a Father and Stepfather or maybe her Father and Brother, any combination that is important to you is the right combination.

The Bride – Confident in herself that she is not being given away but joining her life with partner. Or if her father has passed away and wants to honor his spirit.

Photo by Lindsey Clawson 

Whoever escorts you down the aisle, as long as they are as important to you as the man waiting for you at the other end, all is right with the world.