To Veil or Not to Veil

There is a lot of history behind the tradition of a wedding veil. Some cultures said it protected the bride from evil spirits, while others saw it as a sign of the bride's purity and chastity. I always saw it as the father's "unveiling" of his daughter to her new husband (in a very old-fashioned sense, of course).

Today, veils are seen as more of an accessory than any kind of symbol. They can be worn at many different lengths, colors, materials, or not be worn at all.

Some veils can be a bit more modest like this one. The idea is there but it doesn't cover up as much of the face. This one in particular only goes over the eyes.

Other veils are more traditional. They're long and meant to cover the bride's face until her father "gives her away" to her groom at the altar. 

My two cents is this: let the ceremony venue dictate if you are going to be wearing a veil or not. If you are opting for a more traditional ceremony site like a church or other religious place of worship, a veil is fitting - no pun intended ;) But if you are going a less traditional route, such as a park or a gazebo at the reception site, a veil may not suit the venue as well. I didn't feel comfortable wearing a veil at my barn wedding so I opted for some pretty hair pins instead. 

Obviously, its YOUR day and wear whatever makes YOU comfortable! If keeping this part of a tradition in a less than traditional venue is important to you then GO FOR IT!

Will you be wearing a veil on your wedding day? Tell us in the comments section below!