Below you will find a few examples of the many headpieces we have created over the years, and tips on Veil Lengths & Types.

Germaine is wearing her mother's wedding dress from 1948 & needed a headpiece to complete the look. The original headpiece was lost, however we were able to create a headpiece to match the style of dress.

Veil Types & Lengths

Blusher
A blusher is worn over your face as you walk down the aisle. The blusher may be lifted away at the altar by the person giving you away, or until the officiator says "You may kiss the bride!". The veil is then removed by your new husband.

Shoulder Length
The standard length is 24", although may range from 18" to 27". This veil is sometimes called a Madonna or Flyaway veil. Shoulder length veil touches your shoulders or covers them slightly.

Elbow Length
An elbow length veil just reaches your elbows or waist. It may range from 28"to 36" in length.

Fingertip Length
Fingertip veils are usually 48" long. It may range from 36" to 50" in order to just graze your fingertips when your fingers are extended.

Waltz Length
The usual length of a waltz length veil is 54" to 60". The waltz length veil should end 8" to 12" above the floor. This veil is sometimes called a Ballerina or Walking veil.

Chapel Length
A chapel length veil just skims the floor with no excess trailing behind. Length depends on the brides height.

Cathedral Length
Usually reserved for very formal weddings, the veil ranges between 3 yards and 5 yards. At least 1 foot of veil should trail on the floor.

Pre-Wedding Storage
Now that you have chosen and received your veil and headpiece here are a few tips on storage.

• The headpiece if not attached to the veil should be kept in it's box to avoid damage and to keep it free of dust & pollutants which could hasten tarnishing.
• The veiling should hang neatly folded to avoid wrinkles.
• Arrangements can be made to have your veil steamed or pressed by the bridal shop where you purchased your dress or where the veil was designed.

Sandra's Designs
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Headpieces & Accessories
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Lombard, IL 60148
Vicinity of 355 & North Ave.
(630)629-2884
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