Tradition or Not....to Veil or not to Veil

Kristina Eaton Ltd.

A woman is likely to wear a veil on her wedding day, especially if she follows the traditions of a white wedding. Brides used to wear their hair flowing down their back at their wedding to symbolize their virginity, now the white diaphanous veil is often said to represent this.
There are many stories of the origin of a bride's veil. The definition of veil is to "obscure, shroud, mask or cover, so perhaps that is how the bridal "veil" got its name.

Back in medieval times, the veil was a symbol of purity, chastity, and modesty. Long ago, the Groom was making a promise to clothe and protect her, he recognizes that he was marrying the bride for her inner beauty; while looks will fade with time, his love will be everlasting. Some ultra-orthodox traditions have the bride wears an opaque veil as she is escorted down the aisle to meet her groom. This shows her complete willingness to enter into the marriage and her absolute trust that she is marrying the right man.
Some say the the origin of the bridal veil was due to the circumstances of an arranged marriage. In the past, men bargained with an eligible young girl's father for her hand in marriage. After the ceremony, the veil was lifted to reveal the brides face. This was to keep a groom from backing out of the deal if he didn't like what he saw.

Some say that the veil was used in days past as a symbol of a bride's submission and willingness to obey her husband. The veil is also said to be symbolic of the passing from girl to married woman&the Father of the Bride lifting the veil and giving her to her Husband is the beginning of their new life together or unveiling.

Cathedral Veils were only worn in wedding that took place in cathedrals, thus the name.

Traditions change, now wearing a bridal veil:

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signifies joy&the beginning of life together
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highlights the bride's appearance and features
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is the ICING on the cake! Brides are transformed with the addition of a veil, yes even if you think you don't want one try it....you never know it might make you FEEL like the Bride.

The history of wearing a bridal veil has given way to new traditions. Over the last 20 years, traditions surrounding the bridal veil have changed even more. Veils were worn more frequently over the face, a blusher; Brides today are forgoing the veiling of their face. Brides are also returning to the 1950 style French net or bird cage veil for that vintage look.

Brides of today are making their own wedding veil history! It used to be that Brides marrying for the second time traditionally were not supposed to wear a veil, especially a white veil. Is this your LAST marriage then wear the color&accessories you want to! Don't let anyone try to tell you different. It's YOUR day!

Your wedding day is one of the most important days in a woman's life, you want to FEEL like the Bride!
Happy Planning

Denise Case

Resources:
http://www.veilubridal.com/history-bridal-veil.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veil

Monica's Floral tips!

Aside from the bouquet you spring for each Valentine's Day, chances are you’re a stranger when it comes to flowers. However, now you are a bride–to–be planning your dream wedding, and suddenly you must make decisions on bouquets, boutonnieres, reception centerpieces and ceremony arrangements. Overwhelming? I know! Fortunately, I ‘m here to guide you through this process so you can enjoy planning your wedding flowers without wilting from the stress.


Wedding flowers are one of the most important elements of your big day. Not only do they provide color and scent, but they symbolize life, growth, and rebirth. Good wedding flowers are also a conversation starter and after the food and dress, one of the one things that guests will remember the most.

Discover your Style:

Close your eyes and envision the perfect look to your wedding. Will it be formal or casual? Elaborate or simple? Bold or neutral colors? Are you a traditionalist in favor of roses or lilies, or do you favor a more contemporary floral theme incorporating grasses, fruits and herbs? Your wedding flowers are more than eye candy; they set the ambiance for the entire event. Knowing your wedding style is a start in the right direction, because you’ll want to choose blossoms that match the formality of your wedding day.





Pick Your Palette:

Your color scheme should flow directly from your desired style. Today’s floral trends embrace many aspects going from wedding flowers in traditional whites and pastels to modern and adventurous dark hues and citrus shades. Flowers in matching shades or cool contrasts are breathtaking, but make sure they coordinate with your overall wedding theme. Choose your wedding colors accordingly, and your wedding will express your spirit. Gone are the days of adhering to light pastels and muted shades in wedding decorations. Today's brides are opting for bold and interesting pairings of colors in their wedding flowers and floral schemes. Not afraid of mixing purples and orange's, the post-millennium color palette is expanding.




If you are still not sure where to begin, bring a bridesmaid dress fabric swatch when you meet with your florist and choose coordinating shades.

Seasonal Wedding Flowers:

You know your floral theme and you’ve chosen your color scheme. When deciding on the specific blooms your want in your arrangements, be sure to consider the season in which you are getting marrying.







Another option you might want to consider is mixing it up a bit by incorporating produce. One of the hot trends in wedding flowers is arrangements featuring fruits, herbs and even veggies as a playful and fun approach. Their naturally vibrant colors coincide with the daring color trend. Many brides are also turning to the woods for inspiration. Green grasses add dimension and structure and can elicit a warm, summery feeling.






Hiring a Florist:

Even the most creative and artistic bride will benefit from a florist’s professional capabilities. Your wedding day will be full of activity, and you won’t want to spend vital hours fumbling with the wiring of each bouquet. A florist is not necessarily a budget breaker; a good one should be able to work with any floral budget.

Floral Budget:
Let’s face it determining how much wedding flowers cost is probably not the aspect of your wedding you’ve been dreaming of since grade school. You may see your floral budget as the biggest nemesis between you and your wedding flowers. If you plan wisely, however, you should have enough money to create the floral theme of your desires. Expect to spend about 8-10% of your overall budget on wedding flowers.


What flowers are you planning to use for your wedding? I'd love to hear just email me at
Monica@theprincessbridal.com and give me your ideas of your wedding flowers so I can post them on the blog. Thanks Monica



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