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It’s fair to say, when it comes to wedding accessories, very few pieces can rival the transformative power of a wedding veil. While simple and classic veils will always have their place down the aisle, a plain veil isn’t for every bride. If you’re thinking about taking your bridal look to new heights, a high impact wedding veil makes a bold statement while still exuding elegance and classic appeal. The key is to consider the details of your dress, deciding what you want to accentuate or minimise, and balancing focal points to ensure your veil adds to, and doesn’t take away, from you and your dress.
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High impact wedding veils are all about drama, grandeur and an undeniable X factor. The right veil for you will captivate and delight without taking away from you or the beauty of your wedding dress. It’s not always the length of a veil that achieves a bold look. Short and chic veils can be just as breathtaking and dramatic. Finding that special something to add an element of unexpected interest is the key – it could be a unique and fresh silhouette, awe-inspiring fine details or an unconventional take on a classic such as an oversized bow or a dramatically shorter blusher that might be just the thing to elevate your look.
It’s undeniable how impactful an impressive length can be on a wedding veil. Chapel veils, cathedral veils or regal cathedral length veils will sweep the floor and extend well beyond the train of your gown. Take a cathedral length veil up a notch with the striking visual effect of cascading lace or flowers, and you will turn heads as you walk down the aisle.
Equally impressive is a short wedding veil, from cropped blusher veils that frame the face to waist length and mid length veils that accentuate your waistline. Play with volume to compensate for the shorter length, which has the added bonus of elongating your silhouette and drawing the eyes upwards.
Embellishments on a wedding veil can take many forms. From a light scattering around the head and shoulders to an all-over look, you can transform the look of a simple wedding dress with the right embellishments. We recommend our brides consider the amount of coverage they may be after (for example, religious requirements for a church wedding) or any details on their dress they don’t want to cover, such as a statement back.Â
When it comes to embellished veils, it’s all about attention to detail, quality materials and balance. Poor quality trims and embellishments will take away from your dress and your overall look, so it’s important to find a bridal veil designer experienced in artisan techniques.
At Tania Maras, my team and I believe beauty is in the details and we only work with the highest quality fabrics and materials. Our veil collection showcases the artistry and craftsmanship that goes into each and every one of our designs.Â
The silhouette of a veil is critically important to creating a veil that perfectly frames your dress. The right edging and trims play a crucial role in defining the look of a high impact wedding veil as it will accentuate the silhouette of the veil and your train.
We love to add a bold lace trim, an ornate border or a dramatic scalloped edge to a veil to add an extra layer of opulence and drama. Whether it’s a mantilla-style lace veil or an all-over design, intricate patterns and textures create a captivating focal point and will beautifully frame you.
A coloured wedding veil is all about expression, adding a pop of personality to your look and expressing your style. The key is to choose colours that feel elegant, feminine and refined, and capture the essence of the rest of your wedding look.
We love to work with shades of pink, champagne, blush, blues and even black to create a stunning contrast to your gown. Â
Explore our collection of Botanica wedding veils that were inspired by an enchanted garden and feature a rich spectrum of colour.
For brides looking for an alternative to a traditional wedding veil, a bridal cape might be the perfect piece for you. Bridal capes and long wedding scarves will frame your wedding dress, shoulders and neckline. Modern, bold and expressive, a bridal cape can be customised in many ways to suit you and your dress. If you’re unsure how to best approach choosing a cape veil for you, contact us and we would love to offer recommendations and styling advice.
You can elevate a simple wedding veil with breathtaking details and embellishments. Combine a classic simple veil with a dramatic vintage-inspired headpiece or effortlessly mix floral elements on a minimalist veil by focusing the embellishment at the top half of your veil to frame your neckline and back.Â
Every wedding gown and bride is different and the perfect accessories for you will not only depend on your gown but your personal style, vision, height and style.Â
We would love to work with you to bring your vision to life and to create a truly one-of-a-kind piece. Email us with photos of your wedding gown and share details of your personal style. We will then get back to you with ideas to begin the beautiful journey of bespoke.
Discover unique handcrafted wedding veils; customisable to suit you and your wedding dress.
There’s something truly magical about a cathedral veil. It’s the ultimate finishing touch that transforms a beautiful dress into a breathtaking bridal look. But what makes a veil even more special is when it’s designed specifically for a bride in mind—crafted to reflect her unique style, personality, and the vision she has for her wedding day. That’s why we absolutely love working with our brides to create bespoke wedding veils. It’s a journey of creativity, collaboration, and most importantly, making your dream veil a reality.
A cathedral veil is a defining accessory on a wedding day. It can be classic and chic or minimal and subtle to accentuate the clean lines of your wedding gown. Or, it can be a statement piece to dramatically redefine your bridal look.
Callie’s wedding gown is the epitome of modern chic: statuesque with a fitted silhouette and a square neckline. We designed Callie’s veil so that the soft drape and feminine details of her bespoke veil balanced and softened the strong lines of her gown.
Every bride is unique, and we believe your veil should be too. Callie’s wedding gown was the epitome of modern chic— statuesque with a fitted silhouette and a square neckline. We designed Callie’s veil so that the soft drape and feminine details of her bespoke veil balanced and softened the strong lines of her gown.
Callie’s vision for her wedding veil brought together our RIVIERA and NIGHT GARDEN veils with a lighter and consistent application from head to toe, and beyond. This simply exquisite veil marries ethereal 3D details with sheer tulle fabric for the ultimate in romantic bridal styling.
The 300cm length features the NIGHT GARDEN details to accentuate the train. The top section of the veil from the head to the knees is accentuated by our RIVIERA elements, lovingly scattered down onto the veil in an effortless and beautiful way.
During the production of Callie’s veil, we lovingly called this veil the Floating Flowers veil and is on our list of the most romantic cathedral veils we have designed to date.
A very special thank you to Callie for trusting us on her wedding day. We thoroughly working with you and for the opportunity to bring this beautiful piece to life.
If you’re dreaming of a bridal veil that’s uniquely yours, we’d love to work with you to bring that vision to life. Whether you have a detailed idea in mind or just starting to explore your options, we’re here to guide you through the process with care, creativity.
Contact us to begin your bespoke veil journey, and let’s create something beautiful together.
Need styling advice to bring together your bridal look? Get in touch with photos of your wedding gown and your favourite pieces from the collection. We would love to offer ideas and recommendations on pieces to suit, including how our pieces can be customised to suit you.
The mother of all wedding veils – cathedral veils – offer a regal formality and sophistication like no other length of veil. As you can guess from the name, cathedral length wedding veils are designed to be worn in a cathedral style church or a similarly grand setting where the aisle is long and wide and your wedding dress and veil will be on full display.
If you’re now planning a smaller wedding or you’ve moved your church wedding to the outdoors, a cathedral veil can still be worn. Just ensure your aisle is wide enough to accommodate the length of your veil and drape the veil over your forearm to keep it off the ground as you move around for your bridal photos.
Not all veils are created equal and there’s no standard ‘cathedral veil’. They come in various lengths and widths, fabrics and cuts. Let’s explore our favourite veil style below:
A cathedral veil feels more dramatic than a classic chapel veil. Its sweeping train will glide effortlessly across the floor as you walk down the aisle. In fact, it’s fair to say that your veil will be what your guests will notice as you stand at the altar with your back to them.
Not planning a church wedding? No worries. Many brides have worn cathedral veils on mountain tops, by the sea or in an enchanted garden. The extra length can add the perfect amount of drama to more relaxed settings and will create impressive images you will love to share for years to come.
A cathedral veil acts as an extension of your dress so a beautiful lace trim or embellishments will be a striking focal point that will pull together your bridal look.
A 3-4 metre long veil may not be the most practical wedding accessory if you’re planning a beach wedding, a backyard gathering or a small intimate wedding in a restaurant or a quiet park.
However, if you have already purchased a long cathedral veil and now find yourself planning a smaller wedding due to COVID-19, you can manage the length of the veil by draping it over your arm to keep it off the ground.
Alternatively, if your veil is free from embellishments and your dress length allows for it, consider having your cathedral veil trimmed back to chapel length which might feel better suited for the occasion. Floor length veils are often cut to 180cm and chapel length veils are generally cut from 230cm. These lengths might feel more suitable for modest venues and locations.
If you’re worried about your partner tripping or falling onto your veil during the bridal waltz, keep in mind that your cathedral veil is worn for the ceremony and wedding photos only. Your bridesmaids would have already removed your veil and packed it away safely.
A lot of our brides will pair their wedding veil with a headpiece or tiara, so that when they remove their wedding veil, their hair still looks beautifully adorned and complete.
A cathedral length veil isn’t necessarily heavy. But depending on the cut and fabric of your veil, it can be quite tricky to manoeuvre if you’re weaving between guests or hopping in and out of cars. You will need to ensure your wedding hairstyle is strong and stable enough to support the weight and length of your veil.
A cathedral veil will need to be reinforced in your hair. This will prevent it from falling out if someone accidentally steps on it or the wild winds try to blow it out of your hair.
It’s a very common question – what looks best with my wedding dress? A single tier veil or a veil with a blusher layer?
Our response depends a lot on the dress, the venue, the personal style of our bride, cultural considerations, and of course, the vision of our bride and groom.
For a lot of brides, a veil isn’t a veil without the blusher layer. The ‘lift and kiss’ is what the veil is all about. In fact, we have worked with quite a few brides who personally don’t like the idea of a blusher layer but they know that their partner has always dreamed about lifting the veil to reveal their wife so taking that away from them is something they wouldn’t dare to do.
For some brides, the blusher layer has cultural significance and is also a religious requirement. For Christian or church wedding, covering the face and shoulders is important to show respect.
When it comes to the dress itself and recommending single tier vs 2 tier veils, we like to look at the lines of the dress, the style of the gown and general proportions. A statement veil is the perfect finishing touch to accentuate the lines of the dress as it creates a beautiful silhouette.
Generally speaking, a cathedral wedding veil starts from 300cm or 118 inches long. But it can vary between designers. This is a fairly standard length but some wedding dresses with significance trains might be better suited to regal or royal cathedral veils.
A regal or royal cathedral veil can be cut to 450cm or 180 inches. This length is only recommended if you’re planning to wed in a large cathedral.
And of course, wedding veils are completely customisable so if you’re looking for a veil that’s somewhere in between these measurements, do get in touch as we can certainly accommodate. All chapel veils in our collection can be made in cathedral lengths.
A 3-4 metre long veil isn’t necessarily double the width of a standard veil. The width depends a lot on the style of the veil itself. I.e. whether it’s a full and gathered veil with generous amounts of volume at the comb, or whether it’s more clean and modern, such a drop veil which features no gathers or volume.
It is possible to achieve a modern and minimalist look and feel but still have the grandeur of a cathedral length veil. Our favourite veil to customise is our AUDREY veil in this instance. As you can see with the AUDREY veil below, a simple wedding veil can look just as dramatic as a 2 tier gathered veil.
It’s important to take into account the proportions and style of your wedding dress when deciding on the best length and width.
Sometimes we’ll work with a bride who has fallen out of love with their wedding dress. They may have loved the simplicity of their dress 12-18 months ago when she first tried it on but when she picked it up from the bridal boutique, it just didn’t wow her anymore.
The good news is if the dress fits, there’s many ways to fall back in love with the dress. Often this is through finding the right accessories.
An extra wide and long wedding veil can create a dramatic silhouette for a dress that might be on the simpler side. It can also be handcrafted with beautiful embellishments such as pearl or crystal elements for a look that’s glamorous and luxurious.
It can be hard to find long measuring tape. Try using a long piece of ribbon, string or yarn instead and then measure that piece of string against a ruler or tape measure. You might also find it easier to measure it in sections – a section from the head to the bottom of the dress and then a separate section from the bottom of the dress to where you’d like your veil to end.
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If you aren’t sure what length veil will best suit you and your wedding dress, do get in touch. Please send us photos via our contact page of your wedding dress, your height and heel height measurement and we’d be happy to offer some advice and recommendations.
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