In the beginning, I had no intention of wearing a veil. My sister didn’t wear a veil at her wedding; therefore, I didn’t need to wear a veil. Much to Mama Tartlet’s chagrin, that about summed up my fool-proof logic. That is, until I went dress shopping and the bridal consultant slyly tucked that magical piece of fabric in my hair. I did a complete 180 and went from giving veils a cursory glance to drooling over the options. And, oh! To have photos like these:
Ryan Estes via Style Me Pretty
Elizabeth Messina via Snippet & Ink
This shot from BM Laura’s wedding sets my heart aflutter (isn’t she gorgeous?)
If I thought choosing a dress was difficult, the sheer number of veil options makes my head spin. I’m totally enamored with the vintage glamour of birdcage veils:
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I’m fond of mantilla veils because of my affection for lace. They’re stunning and dramatic, but because my dress is all-over lace, I fear overdoing it.
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Let’s not forget the petite veils! I also like the shorter, simple-but-sweet style with a bit of volume:
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Which corner are you in, girls? Veil, or no veil? And, if you are wearing one, how on earth did you decide on a style that complements your gown?
I’m trying to find an antique piece of lace for mine…just to tuck under the back of my hair…it’s going to be way too hot and awkward to deal with a big veil. They are beautiful though…
I won’t be wearing a veil. My dress is super dramatic, and I just don’t want to overdo it. Plus, I can’t justify buying a veil, and then taking out 20 minutes later.
I’ll have a pretty beaded headband to substitute.
I love my cathedral veil! At first I wasn’t considering veils, either, but I’m so glad I did. Putting it on really makes you go ‘wow! I’m a bride!’
I’m with you exactly about the mantilla. I also have a lace dress and not sure if its too much. Buying a mantilla straight from a boutique is a little pricey too. I’ll have to look into the boards and then it would be sight unseen. Its all very stressful 
I didn’t want a veil but my Mom asked me to wear one and since my parents didn’t ask much of me for the wedding, I wore a $135 veil for a whopping 30 minutes According to my Dad, it was money well spent b/c of this picture alone: http://i55.photobucket.com/albums/g151/jillocb/jilldan_wedding-360.jpg
i was anti veil but then my mom sent me hers and told me if i wanted i could cut it up or use it or whatever so i threw it in a box. when she passed away i pulled it out, folded it so it was 2 layers and put a pin on it. so now im veiled
Veil! I was totally on board with the veil train when I got to the dress shop. Then they started putting these finger tip to elbow length veils on me and I felt like I was being swallowed whole by fabric. Did. Not. Like. Then I tried a birdcage veil and fell in love. I’m back on the veil band wagon!
I never wanted a long veil, always thought I’d wear a modern hairpiece or a birdcage veil. While choosing my dress I decided to try a long cathedral veil and fell in love with it. So, now I am planning on wearing a very simple, no embelishments 2-tier cathedral veil for the ceremony and then changing it for a fun and modern birdcage veil for the reception.
I’m saying no veil right now, but I think I’m going to be put into the same position as you… once I see it on, I might fall in love.
I was utterly confident in my no-veil position until I saw Mrs. Jelly’s last post! I’m sure I still won’t have one – it costs extra, it doesn’t fit the casual vibe of my backyard wedding, I don’t love the traditional symbolism of veils – but wow, her pics really gave me fantasies of a beautiful cathedral veil!
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@napabridekelsey: Ahh! I didn’t even think about that. o.O I suppose it’s not very conducive to eat and dance while wearing a billowing veil, eh?
@Mrs. Rainbow: That’s exactly how they make me feel, too. 
@jillocb: Gorgeous! And, I’m in love with your necklace!
@Imagelicious: That’s an awesome idea, and makes a lot of sense. Some ladies change dresses, so why not veils? Brilliant!
@mightywombat: Aren’t her photos to die for? Ditto!
I strongly disliked veils they looked like mosquito nets to me but after talking with my future husband he wants to see one and so i have slightly removed some of my dislike.
I’m wearing a veil because our ceremony will take place in a huge cathedral, so I’d love to have one for the beautiful and dramatic effect. I found one when I went dress shopping and discovered THE DRESS. The sales assistant suggested a veil and it was perfect. I was sold.
I am pro veil, I love that they are dramatic for pictures but mostly the thought of walking down the isle with it over my face….ohhhh. BUT I am having an outdoor wedding and hate the thought of it being out of control during the ceremony. Can you buy weights to hold it down in the wind? If not I may invent that!
I swore up and down I wouldn’t wear a veil and didn’t try any on with my dress. As I started putting my look together I thought it needed a little something so I bought a simple fingertip length veil and the moment I put it on I was SOLD. I’ve opted out of so many traditional elements that this very traditional thing made the wedding feel real – and I am psyched!
The photographer from the first photo (Ryan Estes) is the one we are using for our wedding – hmm…maybe I should be re-thinking this veil business too!!
I can’t decide either! At first I only wanted a silk flower in my hair but the closer it gets the more I’m wavering on wanting a veil.
I was very anti-veil…it just felt stupid. But I kept thinking what other time can I wear a veil?! I have to have a veil! So I got a simple elbow length veil and only wore it during the ceremony…and honestly I wish I hadn’t. It’s not a big deal but I just think oh man that veil was soooo not me.
Mrs. Tartlet, Rochester, MI Age and Occupation: Age & Occupation: 27, Post-Doctoral Research Fellow Fiance's Age and Occupation: 28, Medical Student Engagement Date: May 2, 2009 Wedding Date: May 2011 Venue: The Royal Park Hotel About Me: I'm an exuberant gal from the Midwest with a penchant for Neuroscience and anything sparkly. I'm not afraid to poke fun at myself, and I'm a believer that given the right pair of shoes, a girl can conquer the world. While an interest in the sciences threw Mr. Tartlet and me together (again, and again, until it finally stuck), we share a love for many things---food, video games, car dancing, food, bad puns, travel, did I mention food?---that ultimately led us to where we are now, less than five months from becoming Mr. and Mrs. We're planning a laid-back, romantic, garden-inspired affair with organic and quirky touches that reflect our love for the unexpected!
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