How to secure a birdcage veil
A birdcage veil adds a next level vintage detail to your bridal look. Bridal trends come and go but a birdcage veil will always have its place with brides seeking a chic and sophisticated detail to complete their bridal ensemble. If you’re wondering how to secure a birdcage veil, scroll below to find our top tips.
Securing a birdcage veil is simple, once you know how. You’ll just need a few bobby pins and a mirror. It’s easy to feel discouraged at first – there’s very few opportunities in life to wear a birdcage veil so it’s understandable that you may not know how to wear it straight away.
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How to secure a birdcage veil in two steps:
Step 1: Position the comb
Find a spot in your hair to secure the comb. It can be 2-3 inches from the hairline, at the crown of your head or a little to one side. Experiment until you find a place that feels comfortable, frames your face shape and complements your hairstyle.
When positioning the comb, ensure the birdcage netting isn’t caught in the teeth of the comb as this may damage the veil and distort the shape of the veil.
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Step 2: Secure the netting
Use bobby pins that are similar in colour to your hair. The number of pins will depend on your hairstyle as well as the thickness of your hair. As a guide, start with 2-3 pins and use as many as you need to ensure the veil is secure.
Carefully pin the netting down into your hair by threading the bobby pin through one or two of the diamond shaped patterns. The key is to ensure the bobby pins are hidden so to the untrained eye, it will look like the veil is part of your hairstyle.
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More styling tips:
- Looking to style your veil with a headpiece? Avoid headpieces with delicate wired details as these may get tangled in the netting.
- Some birdcage veils may not come with a comb. If your veil doesn’t have a comb, simply use extra hair pins.
- If your birdcage veil is made from a fine bridal illusion tulle (as seen in the NOUVEAU birdcage veil) use hair pins without plastic ends. This will allow you to follow the steps above without damaging the veil.
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- Read more about our top tips on how to choose the right birdcage veil.
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