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Bridal Gown Attire, Frequently Asked Questions

Since the early days, brides have commonly asked how to do this or that.   For simplicities sake, our experts have put together a list of commonly asked questions regarding veils, trains, dresses and gowns.  Feel free to email us if you don't find your question here.

What are the common lengths of bridal veils?

1. Facial /Madonna /Blusher/ Shoulder Length Veil - This type is not usually used alone, but is combined with other lengths. It is normally used for semi-formal and formal weddings.
2. Elbow Length Veil - This style is used with short or informal gowns.
3. Fingertip Length Veil - Touching the finger tips this type of veil is used for semi-formal and formal weddings.
4. Ballet / Waltz Length Veil - This veil falls to the knees and is usually used in a formal wedding.
5. Sweep Length Veil - This type of veil skims the ground and is also worn in a formal setting.
6. Chapel Length Veil - This style usually lays on the floor approximately 1 1/2 feet and is usually combined with shorter layers. It is worn in semi-formal and formal weddings.
7. Cathedral Length Veil - This is only used for formal weddings with gowns that also have cathedral length trains. One foot or more of the veil is to extend on the floor just past the end of the train.
8. Extended Cathedral /Royal Length Veil - This Veil again worn with the same style dress, extends approximately 5 feet on the floor just past the edge of the train.

 

 

 
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