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Does a Veil Have to Match the Dress? Not Always
If you’ve started shopping for a long wedding veil online or in Birmingham, AL , you’ve probably heard this advice at least once: your veil should match your dress. While that can be true in many cases, it’s not a rule you have to follow. In fact, some of the most beautiful bridal looks come from veils that don’t perfectly match the dress at all. Let’s break down when matching works, when it doesn’t, and how to choose what feels right for you. What People Mean When They Say “
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Jan 143 min read


Bridal Veil Care Tips: Keep Your Wedding Veil Perfect
Every part of your veil matters: the length, the way it drapes, and how it looks in your photos. And because veils are delicate, they can get damaged very easily. Even a wrinkle, a small stain, or a snag can easily ruin it if you’re not careful. In this blog, we’ll cover simple, effective tips to fix the most common veil problems fast. So whether you buy wedding veils in Boston, MA, choose a handmade luxury veil, or order a custom-made veil online, you’ll know exactly how to
francesanneveils
Dec 11, 20253 min read


Why Veil Photography Looks Different in Real Life and How We Design for It
Most brides notice that their veil looks a little different in photos than it did in person. The reason lies in how fabric, light, and camera sensors interact, especially with something as delicate and translucent as a wedding veil. At Frances Anne Veils , every design begins with how a veil feels when you wear it—the drape, the softness, the emotion. But because we handcraft each piece with care and test it in natural light, our veils also photograph beautifully. Whether it’
francesanneveils
Nov 11, 20254 min read


Short vs. Long Veils: Finding the Perfect Match for Your Wedding Dress
Your wedding veil is the accessory that gives the final touch to your entire look. It is what gives you the feeling that you are truly a bride. It makes every step down the aisle magical. A veil brings all these feelings, which can make it overwhelming to choose the right one from a huge range of styles and lengths. At Frances Anne Veils, we brought this guide to make it easier to choose the perfect veil for your big day. Short Veils: Sweet, Chic, and Totally Easy to Wear If
francesanneveils
Oct 21, 20252 min read


How We Created Lydia Plath’s Custom Wedding Veil (and How You Can Get Yours Too)
Lydia and Zac on their wedding day. Lydia is wearing the Sheer Drop veil with a hand painted edge. The veil also has pearl and crystal embellishments. (Photo Credit to Anna Harrington Photography) When TLC star Lydia Plath married Zac Wyse on February 22, 2025 , at her family’s Georgia farm, one detail drew special attention: her veil. Fans of Welcome to Plathville flooded search engines to learn what she wore and who designed it. The answer is - her veil was created by Fran
francesanneveils
Sep 30, 20254 min read


What to Do If Your Sparkle Veil Doesn’t Match Your Jewelry
At Frances Anne Veils, we know how much thought goes into choosing the right veil. But here’s a common problem brides run into: what if your sparkle veil doesn’t quite match the jewelry you’ve already chosen? It happens more often than you’d think. Maybe you found the perfect earrings first, and then later fell in love with the disco dust sparkle tulle in Boston, MA. Or maybe you went to shop for sparkle tulle veils in Miami, FL, and discovered that the veil’s undertones don’
francesanneveils
Sep 15, 20253 min read


Bridal Veils with Fun Edges: Add a Flair to Your Wedding Dress
A wedding veil doesn’t have to be plain to be timeless. Veils with Fun Edges turn this traditional accessory into a design detail that...
francesanneveils
Aug 18, 20253 min read


5 Heartfelt Ways to Repurpose Your Wedding Veil After the Big Day
Your wedding veil becomes the center of one of the most beautiful days of your life. But what happens when the music stops, the flowers...
francesanneveils
Jul 12, 20253 min read


Choosing the Perfect Wedding Veil Length: A Comprehensive Guide (and my philosophy regarding veil length)
Selecting the right veil is a pivotal aspect of crafting your bridal look. The length of your veil can dramatically influence your...
francesanneveils
May 10, 20253 min read


Five Must-Have Wedding Veil Photos
A wedding veil isn’t just a bridal accessory—it’s a moment-maker. From emotional first looks to dramatic photos that belong on a magazine...
francesanneveils
Apr 13, 20253 min read


A Guide to Choosing the Right Volume of Tulle for Your Wedding Veil
At the beginning of this year's bridal season, two brides came to me, each with the purpose of having their dress altered. During this...
francesanneveils
Mar 23, 20254 min read


How to Create an Heirloom Wedding Veil by Adding Vintage Touches
Incorporate family heirlooms into your wedding veil design so your wedding veil becomes and heirloom, itself.
francesanneveils
Mar 18, 20253 min read


Celebrity-Inspired Wedding Veils: How to Recreate their Iconic Looks
Celebrities have long set the stage for wedding trends, and their stunning bridal looks continue to inspire brides worldwide. From...
francesanneveils
Mar 9, 20254 min read


Wedding Veil Etiquette: When to Wear it, Remove it, and More
A wedding veil is more than just a beautiful accessory—wearing a wedding veil is, to many brides, a timeless tradition that has...
francesanneveils
Mar 2, 20253 min read


Creating Lydia Plath's Wedding Veil: a custom-made creation for a special bride
It's mid-December and I'm scrolling through my Instagram feed and I notice that Lydia Plath from TLC's show, Welcome to Plathville has...
francesanneveils
Feb 24, 20254 min read


I want that veil, but I don't know what it's called: A Guide to Different Types of Wedding Veils
Choosing the perfect bridal veil is an exciting step in wedding planning, but it can also be overwhelming. After all, you are making lots...
francesanneveils
Feb 16, 20254 min read
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