Once you say "yes to the dress" it's time to style and accessorize your dream wedding dress! If you are a bride who is wedding dress shopping or has already found their dream gown, you might be considering a bridal veil to complete your wedding day look. Even if you think a veil is not for you, we encourage you to at least try on a few veils once you have decided on your wedding dress because this accessory can truly elevate your gown and give you that "bridal" feeling.
One of the most common questions we hear from brides shopping at Lovella for their dream wedding dress is, "does this wedding dress have a matching veil?" So often lately we have brides who choose their wedding dress and then want to see the matching veil. While a veil is the first bridal accessory we recommend you pick after deciding on your wedding dress, is it common for bridal fashion designers to have a matching wedding veil to coordinate with their gown designs? Let's discuss everything brides should expect when matching a veil to their wedding dress.
Video: Do Wedding Dresses Have Matching Veils?
A wedding veil is a classic bridal accessory that often comes to mind when picturing a bride. Whether you are a bride who is definitely planning on wearing a veil on wedding day or are a bride who is unsure if a veil is right for you, you are likely wondering how to choose the right wedding veil. Before your next wedding dress shopping appointment, tune in to our latest bridal fashion advice video to learn all about what to expect when matching a veil to your dress and if wedding dresses have matching veils.
Matching Veils?
Do wedding dresses come with matching veils? Do bridal designers create veils to pair with their wedding dresses for easy matching? The short answer is not usually.
Most wedding dress designers do not create a specific veil to go with each individual dress. There are exceptions, of course. A few designers do design veils with a particular gown in mind, and when that happens, we at Lovella Bridal make sure to carry those veils in-store. These veil and gown combinations are rare, but special. That said, even if a veil was made for a specific dress, that does not mean you’re locked into that option.
And this is where it gets exciting because veils are a versatile bridal accessory.
Veils Are Chameleons
Think of veils as the chameleon of the bridal world. Whether your dress is all-over sparkle, delicate lace, or sleek and minimalist, the right veil can complement it beautifully. Even if a matching veil exists, you’re not limited to only wearing the veil that was made for your dress. You might find you love a completely different veil style or material. The choice is yours.
If you fall in love with a traditional lace wedding dress, then a beautiful lace trim bridal veil might be your style. But just because your dress has a certain embellishment does not mean you have to match that detail on your veil. A minimalist wedding dress can be beautiful if paired with a pearl-studded veil for a bit of extra detailing. We at Lovella Bridal have long been believers that there are no rules when it comes to bridal fashion so choose what you feel most beautiful in and feel free to mix and match your wedding dress and veil designs.
It’s important to remember that your veil is your finishing touch. It is the final piece that brings your bridal look together and adds that extra bit of magic and drama.
Choose Your Veil With Your Dress
Possibly our most important piece of advice when it comes to choosing a wedding veil is to buy your veil when you buy your wedding dress. You may have seen veils online that seem like a great deal, but remember that you get what you pay for. Bridal veils sold online are typically much narrower and far less dramatic than what you’ll find in bridal stores. They may look beautiful in photos by themselves, but once you try pairing them with your gown, issues can pop up like the color being off, mismatched details, thin fabric, or a disappointing drape.
Veils in bridal stores are designed with professional photography, fabric quality, and wedding-day elegance in mind. Buying your veil while you're dress shopping gives you the full picture. You get to see how it flows with your dress, how it moves, and most importantly, how it photographs. When it comes to picking a veil, how it photographs should be at the top of your list. You will only be wearing your veil for a short portion of your wedding day, but your wedding photos will last a lifetime.
Choosing your wedding veil when you buy your wedding dress ensures that you have a cohesive bridal look. You know you are getting a quality bridal accessory and can make sure the colors and details of both your veil and dress fabric work beautifully together.
How to Choose the Right Veil
Which style bridal veil you ultimately choose will be a personal choice based on your own style and preference. In the past, we’ve shared our tips for how to choose the right wedding veil length, but there are a few important tips to keep in mind when selecting a veil.
As we previously mentioned, be sure to take photos when trying on different veil options. No matter what veil you choose, it’s going to look different in person versus in pictures. Remember that your wedding photos last a lifetime, so choose a veil that photographs well.
Our personal favorite style of wedding veil is a Cathedral-length veil for added bridal drama. These veils photograph beautifully and add an elegant touch to any bridal style. A long veil adds drama that a short veil just can’t provide and also allows for an uninterrupted vision. Imagine a long veil billowing dramatically in your wedding photos, just breathtaking.
Remember to match the overall tone of your bridal dress and style. Don’t stress if there is not a veil made to match your specific bridal gown. Focus instead on finding a veil that will enhance your wedding gown. You want to complement the color, texture, design and style of your wedding dress with your veil, not compete or upstage your dress.
Buying your veil at the same time as your wedding dress will save you time, money and stress. You don’t want to wait until a few weeks before your wedding to find out the veil you ordered online clashes with your dress or is not the style you were envisioning. You will have the hassle of trying to return something you ordered online and reorder a new style. Skip the stress and order your veil at the same time you buy your wedding dress.
More Helpful Bridal Fashion Styling Advice
We hope you have found this advice helpful for how to choose a matching wedding veil for your bridal gown. For even more helpful advice when it comes to bridal styling and the wedding dress shopping experience, be sure to check out our past posts:
- How to Choose the Right Wedding Veil
- How to Maneuver in a Wedding Dress & Veil
- Why You Should Wait to Try on Veils When Wedding Dress Shopping
- Does A Cathedral Veil Block The Back Of Your Wedding Dress?
About Lovella
If you're shopping for your perfect wedding dress, come visit us at Lovella Bridal in Glendale, CA. We carry wedding dresses in all sizes and styles, including plus-size bridal gowns and a full selection of veils and accessories. Lovella Bridal is the premier, luxury bridal wedding dress shopping boutique located in Los Angeles, California. Lovella features couture, feminine, modern and chic bridal gowns in all sizes from the best wedding dress designers. Schedule an appointment to find the wedding dress of your dreams at Lovella Bridal. We can't wait to help you!
About Wedding Fashion Expert
Our wedding dress shopping tips and advice are from Nayri, Lovella's own, in-house wedding fashion expert. Nayri is truly the expert when it comes to bridal fashion and wedding style. As the Wedding Fashion Expert, Nayri is the top bridal fashion stylist and the best-selling author of the book "I'm Getting Married And I Have Nothing To Wear," the ultimate guide to helping brides find their wedding day style and their perfect wedding dress. You can subscribe to her YouTube channel or listen to her podcast for more helpful and practical advice on wedding dress shopping.
