Mantilla Veil
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Are you perhaps considering wearing a mantilla veil on your wedding day? If so read on, as in
this article we are going to go over the origin of the mantilla veil, different types of mantilla veils and how to
wear a mantilla veil.
When you have finished reading this article you will have learnt about the history of the
mantilla veil, what your options are when choosing your mantilla veil and, most importantly, how to wear a mantilla
veil to best show off its simple, elegant beauty.
First of all let’s take a look at the origins of the mantilla veil. The history of this veil is something you will
want to know all about as it is going to be one of the big focal points of your special day. The mantilla veil
originated in Spain hundreds of years ago but it was thanks to Queen Isabel II that it became fashionable in high
society during the nineteenth century when she encouraged ladies to wear them at court. They were originally made
of black lace or silk and used as head coverings at religious services. Indeed, the mantilla veil is a popular
choice for first communion services as well as weddings today.
A mantilla veil is traditionally circular in shape. It used typically, to be made of Chantilly lace but today you
will find them made of tulle or chiffon with a lace border. Your mantilla veil can be white, ivory or cream in
color but it is necessarily exclusively worn by the bride. In some countries it can also be worn by other female
members of the bridal party, such as the bride’s mother, but in this instance the veil would be black.
There are several options when it comes to how to wear a mantilla veil. You can simply drape it across the top of
your head and let it cascade down over your shoulders and back – it can be kept in place with a comb or decorative
clip. Alternatively you can wear it in a more traditional way by using a peineta. This is a large decorative comb
which stands on top of the bride’s head with the mantilla veil draped over it. You will often see a black mantilla
veil worn like this in a traditional flamenco costume. Traditionally mantilla veils did not go below the hips but
these days modern brides opt for many different lengths with some even extending as a long train.
Hopefully you will now have learnt a bit more about mantilla veils which should help you decide whether it is the
right choice for you. A mantilla veil will complement most bridal gowns as they can be short and simple or long and
intricate lace, incorporating pearls or crystals. If you want to add a bit of sophisticated elegance to your bridal
look you would do well to consider one of these charming veils. To learn more about the mantilla veil please check
out some of my other articles.
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