Your Cheshire and Merseyside Wedding - Page number 54 - July/August 2021 (Issue 58)

54 THE FINAL Check out our handy guide to accessorising the ultimate big-day look flourish T o veil or not to veil? Gold or silver? Tiara or hair vine? These may well be the next batch of questions whizzing around your head once you’ve said “yes” to the dress. So, we talked to the region’s experts in all things bling to bring you the lowdown on completing your all-important look with flair. To know a veil Who better to turn to for advice on choosing the right veil than a bridal boutique owner? Allow us to introduce the lovely Hanni Frankland of My Funny Valentine ( https://mfvbridal.com ) in Chester. She’s here to guide you through this potentially confusing minefield. What lengths are available? “The most common lengths from shortest to longest are: birdcage, waist, fingertip, chapel or train and cathedral. Alternatively, for dramatic impact look out for veils much longer than standard cathedral, which many designers do offer.” What veil is right for my dress? “If your gown has a detailed or plunging back, a shorter veil will avoid blocking this highlight. A cathedral-length plain soft Italian tulle would also work perfectly here. If on the other hand, you’re wearing a simple silhouette, you may want to jazz it up with the veil. There are plenty of options here from lace and sparkle, to pearls and flowers. We love it when a bride asks for a bespoke veil to match her dress as the design process is so much fun. ” I don’t want my face covered... “Don’t worry, you don’t have to. If you want a simple veil that comes from the back of your head, you’ll be looking for a single tier. These are an elegant option and sit beautifully in your hair. If you do decide to opt for added drama though, why not cover your face while walking down the aisle and pull it back when you arrive beside your intended? In this case you’ll need a two-tier veil with blusher. This is the shorter piece of tulle that covers the face. Once pulled back it offers more volume from behind for a timeless look.” What are the alternatives? “Capes and wings are a huge bridal trend and make an amazing statement. Ideal for a boho style, wings usually attach to the straps on the back of the dress and can be detached for two different looks. A cape also allows you to switch up your look. Again, they attach to the back or at the neck and come in lace or the same fabric as your dress.” https://joyce-jackson.co.uk www.pronovias.com https://livi-edwards.com https://livi-edwards.com www.pronovias.com https://madison-james.com