Beautiful Short and Elbow Length Wedding Veils

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A veil is the finishing touch on the perfect wedding gown. There is a vast array of veil options, so it’s important to understand what will work best with your gown. Some dress shops offer a free, simple veil with the purchase of a wedding gown, but that veil may not be the length you want. For some brides, short or elbow-length wedding veils are the best choice. Find out if this is the best fit for you and your dress.

Visor or Cage Veils

First popularized in the 1950s, the visor veil, also called the cage veil, is the shortest wedding veil available. Instead of a long, flowing veil, this little piece sits right over the face, and is usually made of tulle or organza. These small veils don’t flip back over your head when you reach the altar, and typically don’t have a back â€" just a front that covers your eyes and cheeks. With this very short veil, your lips are ready for the kiss!

Shoulder-Length Veils

If you want something just a little longer and more traditional than a cage veil, a shoulder-length veil might be the best option for you. These veils are typically made with tulle and create a lot of volume around your face. Many have both a front and back, but some shoulder-length veils only have a back section. While you can wear this type of veil with any dress you choose, it is typically a more modern look. These veils are ideal for a dress that doesn’t have a lot of details around the shoulders, since that’s where the veil will rest.

Elbow-Length Veils

Elbow-length veils are extremely popular. These veils are still short, but slightly longer than the shoulder-length option. If your dress shop provides a free veil with your gown order, it will probably be an elbow-length style. Usually, these veils are about 30 inches long and come down to your mid back or waist. This style is so popular because it attracts attention to your beautiful dress, whether there is detailing around your collar or on your skirt.

It is also perfect for most hairstyles, while a shorter veil may look a bit odd on brides who wear their long hair down. Similar to shoulder-length veils, elbow-length veils may have one layer or two layers. If there are two layers, the front is typically shorter so it doesn’t obscure the dress when it’s flipped over your face.

Which Style is Right for You?

Choosing the perfect veil can be almost as difficult as choosing your dress. You may know that you prefer a shorter style, as opposed to a knee-length, floor-length, chapel, or cathedral veil, but there’s no way to know until you try them on. You may want something elegant and formal like an elbow-length veil, short and full like a shoulder-length veil, or retro and funky like a cage veil. Here are some things to consider when choosing veil length:

How does it look with your dress? A shorter veil may hit your dress at an awkward place, creating too much volume or distracting from the details of your dress. Think of your veil as a backup singer, not a star. Remember, you want your dress to shines.

Does the veil fit the style of your wedding? A retro-inspired cage veil may look odd if you have a formal, traditional wedding. Consider the overall look and feel of your wedding.

What is the price? If you’re on a tight budget, be aware that some veils will be much more expensive than others. A general rule of thumb is that the longer the veil, the bigger the price tag, but detailing on the veil itself (such as beadwork and lace appliqués), as well as the type of headpiece, can make a difference in price too.

Is the veil in stock or able to be ordered in time for the wedding? Don’t save your veil search until the last minute. Ideally, you should order your veil well in advance or take it home with you same-day. If your big day is right around the corner, you may want to limit your choices to veils that are definitely in stock. Order time varies by manufacturer.

On your wedding day, don’t overlook your veil. This is a big component of your overall wedding day look. And while, for many brides, the veil is an afterthought, it can be an opportunity for you to make a fashion statement, highlight your hairstyle and dress, and create a beautiful silhouette. Beautiful short and elbow length wedding veils can add the ideal finishing touch that ties your picture perfect look together.

Jennifer Bailey is a freelance writer who writes about weddings, usually focusing on a specific aspect of a wedding such as wedding veils.