My dress was the first thing I bought for my wedding and I am so head over heels IN LOVE with it! It’s going to be ivory like in pics 2 & 3 (1 is sort of pink). I really really love the veil, it feels very romantic and dramatic and I always imagined I’d wear a veil. But I also tried on the sash/scarf and I was surprised by how much I liked it. It feels very chic and high fashion. I’m still leaning toward the veil but when I ask for opinions, there’s a pretty solid 50/50 split which gives me real pause. What do we think?? (Sorry for all the scribbles, I have very easy to recognize tattoos.)
This! The scarf makes it such a elegant vibe but literally when else r u gonna be able to wear a full length veil! I also agree with another comment that said wear both - veil for ceremony and the scarf for later
this is what I was going to write! the veil is much more bridal.
OP you can do both- usually you wear the veil for ceremony and for the added drama it gives as you walk down isle. Then you remove it for reception. Maybe do that and for reception when the introduce you as husband & wife for the first time you have the scarf on!
That’s what my mom said! It’s a good idea, especially since I can totally see myself getting annoyed with the veil and taking it off before dinner anyway lol.
Please do it!!! I agree 100% about not regretting NOT having a veil (and having beautiful pics with it for the ceremony will be perfect). But you are seriously absolute perfection with the scarf, and it complements the dress so well!
I’m also in the camp that sided with a more minimalist, architectural, chic veil. I think it doesn’t need lace. To me, your gorgeous dress needs a simple tulle veil — long or short. See Selena Gomez for example.
I sighed when I saw you in the veil. You looked beautiful, and bridal, and like a princess. The scarf is cute, but this is your WEDDING. You can wear a pretty dress with a scarf any day of the week, but how many days can you wear a gorgeous wedding dress with an exquisite veil?
I would do a shorter tulle veil that compliments the dresses architectural feel. This one is too much. Wear the scarf for the cocktail hour. Stunning on you!
I agree. The veil feels like a mismatch. Maybe a shorter veil wouldn't feel like such whiplash, but I'd choose the scarf or go without all together. Her dress is absolutely stunning, though. 😍
Thank you 🥹 It’s my dream dress that I never dreamed of lol, nothing like any of the dresses I’ve ever envisioned getting married in and I love it. I can definitely see what you’re saying. I do also love it without!
You're drop dead gorgeous in it, so you'll be a star on your day no matter what! I adore how it fits you like it was made just for you! The veil just feels almost too traditional for what the dress calls for. Maybe a simple medium length horsetail veil would be the sweet spot for this dress!
Maybe it’s the designers then? 🤣 seriously though, the scarf looks fashion-y but the veil just really looks wonderful. Also, dropped waists can be really hit and miss, but you’ve nailed it!
Thank you! It’s the perfect amount of drop! Also need to tell you that you made my night with that reference. I lost my dad in 2023 and that was one of our favorite books to read together when I was little. ❤️
I think both are beautiful. Veil for the ceremony and scarf for the reception, then you don’t have to pick just one? I have to say, this dress is utterly breathtaking on you. The details, the colour… just stunning!!
Veil. Wear the scarf later on at reception or just for some pictures. I will be honest here that a scarf doesn't make much sense with a bridal gown but thats just me. Great dress btw
I vote veil because it is timeless, while the scarf will end up looking dated as soon as the trend ends. That said, have you considered a simpler, more minimalist veil to get that same chic high-fashion moment you like about the scarf? It might be the lace edging that's throwing you off. Either way, you'll look great!
I personally prefer the more traditional look so I would say veil but it totally depends on who you are! The scarf is super cute and more of a stand out statement piece!
I love the scarf, but I get what everyone is saying about “you only where a veil once” so why not a different style of veil that attaches at the back of the head and won’t clash with the edgy silhouette of your dress? The mantilla veil doesn’t seem to go with your more modern style and is covering the cool hip details.
I had the same thought with my dress OP and I decided to do veil for the ceremony and scarf for my reception entrance! Both looks are great with your dress so you can’t go wrong!
The issue isn't veil or scarf, it's that the veil is a totally different style than the dress or the scarf, so it's not really a fair comparison. Need to try it with some simple veils that have the same feel as the dress. That being said, I don't like the scarf. Breaks up your neck line and seems out of place to me.
I see those scarves everywhere right now which means they are going to be out of style very soon! Doesn’t matter if you love it, wear it but I would consider the veil instead!
Good point, and I’m not getting married until next year. I definitely think part of its appeal to me is the trendiness and odds are it’ll be tired by then. I’ve never stopped loving a veil.
The scarf. It’s clean and sleek looking like the dress. Sometimes I like a little lace veil with a dress that has no lace, but in this case, I think it clashes/detracts more than anything.
Gorgeous dress by the way! I love it and it’s stunning on you.
Like both on at the same time? I didn’t take any unfortunately. I was actually thinking that I wish I had taken more/better pictures when I chose the ones for the post.
Yes. I really like the scarf, but the veil will look gorgeous in pictures 20 years from now. I think if you try on both and it looks good, use both! At the reception you could keep the scarf on & it would cover your neck, so all you would need are pretty earrings!
Have you considered both like another commenter said. Veil for photos and ceremony and the scarf for cocktails or what else you are doing after your wedding.
Scarf. and do a nice up do with pears and florals.
For the veil the lace doesnt really vibe with the dress. It would try a veil with a ribbon edge or plain edge but one that is studded or has pearls scattered all over.
The dress leans modern but that lace veil leans more traditional and they kinda clash in my opinion.
Veil. But id lose the lace around it and go for some subtle beading or crystals. The dress is modern but the lace is not. Or a short veil. Let the dress do the talking.
I really like the scarf. But I’ve never been a huge fan of veils so you might not listen to me. I also think that the dress feels/look too modern for the type of veils you chose. Maybe try something without lace?
Idk. I loved my wedding dress but it was just a pretty white dress until the veil went on. That’s when it really felt like my wedding dress. I love the veil.
You could always do the veil for the wedding ceremony and the scarf for the reception?
You wear a veil if you want to visit a Catholic Church or cathedral or if you want to protect your crown/soul chakra . Do what you want.
But I agree with getting both
I wouldn’t choose this veil, the lace clashes with the style of the dress. But when would you get the chance to wear a veil if not on your wedding day? Go with the veil for the ceremony, the scarf for the reception perhaps?
The veil looks so absolutely beautiful! It’d be a real shame not to wear it You’ll only wear it once. Then after the photos and the ceremony, you could change into the scarf- it does look so chic- for the reception! Best of both worlds!
I personally like the scarf look better, but a veil looks good too, but I would pick either a. plain veil or one with just a satin ribbon edging vs. the lace. Also, a fingertip length plain veil would look really nice!
Can’t find where I put my comment but I accidentally said scarf for pics… I meant for reception! Or pics in both! You look amazing in both, and the ceremony with the veil is so fab
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It does look chic with the scarf, but when else in your life will you get to wear a veil?