20 Ways Brides Can Style Their Veils


20 Ways Brides Can Style Their Veils


How to Style Your Veil

Is your wedding day coming up, and you're not sure how to style your hair or your veil? Don't worry—we've compiled some ideas for you. Whether you're planning to wear your locks up, in braids, in a bun, or let them flow down in long, loose, wavy curls, here are 20 ways brides can style their veils.

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1. In a Bun

It's no surprise that low, messy buns are such a popular hairdo—they look effortlessly beautiful. Styled with a veil makes this style even more charming; just attach your veil right above the bun to secure it. If you'd like, you can add a floral barrette to make it pop.

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2. French Braid

If you're planning to have your hair in a French braid, you can secure your veil in the pocket right above the braid, just before where your hair knots together, Add hair clips and accessories to complement the look or keep it minimalistic.

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3. Half-Up, Half-Down

The half-up, half-down hairdo is another timeless classic that looks beautiful on everyone. You can choose to style your hair as simple or as elaborate as you like, either with curls and braids or just natural, loose waves. 

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4. Low Ponytail

For a chic, effortless, laid-back style, do a low ponytail. Like low buns, your veil can be attached to the part just above where your hair comes together. Wrap your hair with small flowers, secure your veil with a jeweled barrette, or tie up a white ribbon.

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5. Chignons

Chignons are also an extremely popular way to style your hair with a veil. This hairdo is similar to a low bun, only it's more refined and elaborate—a much neater version of a messy bun, you might say. Since the hair is tightly wrapped together in this style, it's easy to secure your veil above it.

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6. Half-Up with a Comb

This style makes your half-up hairdo pop. Curl your hair into neat strands, then pull a few pieces together at the back and wrap into a tight bun. Secure your veil so that it flows out from right under the knot, then place a sparkly comb accessory on top to finish the look.

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7. Updo with Birdcage

For a vintage look, try an updo with a birdcage veil. Curly, messy buns, low chignons, half-ups, and hair-down styles all work well. You can either secure the veil to wrap around your hair or have it in front of your face.

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8. Hijab with Veil

If you'll be wearing a hijab, turban, or other head covering, you'll want to make sure to secure your veil in a way that blends in seamlessly. A professional can help you attach it exactly how you want it. Headpieces can also bring the whole look together.

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9. With a Headband

A headband can elevate your hairstyle, push loose strands out of the way, and help secure your veil. Both messy buns and topknots or long, loose, wavy curls work with this look. Style it up with extra floral accessories and clips to make the headband even more of a centerpiece.

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10. Half-Up with a Flower Crown

Who doesn't love flower crowns? Have one made (or make one yourself!) with either fresh or artificial plants, then put it on top of your styled hair. Make sure your crown doesn't have any sharp edges that may snag onto your veil.

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11. Hair Down with Clips

While it's best to style your hair in an updo or half-up so your veil can attach securely, it's not impossible to have your hair down. To ensure your veil doesn't fall off, attach it closer to the top of your head, then clip it down. You can add other accessories to make it pop.

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12. Side Part with Fresh Flowers 

If you have a side part, brush back your hair on one side and clip on some fresh flowers against your hairline to frame your face. Then, secure your veil in a half-up hairdo with loose curls or pull your hair up into a bun.

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13. In Front of Face

For another vintage-inspired look, position your veil so that it falls over your face. This is a great way to showcase the lace and can be secured to your hair with clips to keep it in place. Just make sure to flip it away after saying "I do"!

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14. Topknot

Looking for another updo, especially one that won't be covered by your veil afterward? Then go for a topknot! Since all your hair is gathered to the crown of your head, your veil will attach just below it. This way, you can showcase your hairstyle and your lovely veil.

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15. With Bangs

If you have full bangs, one way to style your veil is to secure it at the start of your bangs so that it flows out above your hairdo. Clip on some accessories at the band with a floral barrette or crown to add a bit of pop to your look.

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16. Updo with Tiara

What's cuter than wearing your veil with a flower crown? Wearing it with a tiara, of course! You can either style your hair up or down, then secure your veil wherever fits before attaching your sparkly tiara on top to complete the look.

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17. Curly Hair

Just like wearing your hair down naturally, it can be a bit more difficult to properly secure your veil with just loose curls. But we don't blame you if this is the hairdo you want to style your veil with since it looks gorgeous and effortless. 

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18. Mantilla Veil

Since mantilla veils are typically draped over the top of your head rather than being clipped at the back, it's best to wear your hair down. Big curls, natural waves, and loose half-up hairdos all work, and will give this look a truly romantic vibe.

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19. Braids with Veil

If you're going to be wearing braids on your wedding day, take a few pieces and secure them in the back so your veil has something to attach to. Then, feel free to elevate your look by adding butterfly clips or floral decorations and barrettes.

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20. Braided Bun

To upgrade your bun hairdo, why not do an elaborate braid? Wrapping your hair this way makes it easy to secure your veil, and you can choose to add other accessories or let your braided bun do all the talking.

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