It is pretty much decided that I will not be wearing a traditional veil at my wedding. I even read about itt (thanks to google, wikipedia and a number of other sources) and it is not for me. The religious connotations I guess do not really apply to Shun & I either (as we are certainly not virgins and he will not be taking “ownership” of me as they say by lifting up a veil). Also the idea of something covering my face does not appeal to me so I have decided to forgo the whole thing.
That said, I do want something small to adorn my hair with I suppose you could say. I would also like to incorporate the cherry blossom theme perhaps into a hair piece, comb or birdcage veil. So after a visit to the milliner and a walk around the shops for some inspiration I came home and started the search for what I want. The most likely option is that I will get something made that appeals to my tastes and coloring. I need to go back to my dressmaker and get a swatch of fabric (I know, I know, I don`t have one- bad bride!) and go from there. In the meantime I have been scouring the internet for inspiration and below are some images I have found that I like. I have also pulled out some handmade cherry blossom hair things (mainly from etsy- I am terribly sorry that I might not credit you if it is you that made them, i basically dragged the images to my desktop and moved onto the next page however if you ever come here, see your image and want me to link to you the please let me know!) to also take with me when I go to perhaps get something made.
So far I am liking the look of this last one the most- Except I am thinking instead of a big flower, three little cherry blossom flowers made from material & lace with pearls in the middle of them?
Thoughts?
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I LURVE the fourth one – I think it would look great on you, but then, I don’t know what would suit the dress best ;o)
I plan on a full on veil, but not with the part that goes over the front – is it called a blusher, maybe?! I asked Daniel what he thought about veils, and he didn’t really care either way, except he didn’t really like the ‘lifting up bit’. But yeah, I am still hoping for a long one – I have seen some amazing photos with them!
The last one is my favourite too! I also like the second one IF you have nice thick hair like that model. Simple and beautiful.
the last one does look beautiful and your idea about changing the big flower to the little cherry blossom flowers will looks absolutely wonderful!!! You are going to look so gorgeous on the day!
I agree about veils, and I think the little piece with cherry blossoms idea is really cute. I think having a chunk of veil (as part of the hairpiece) over your face is kind of glamorous and fun, but might be annoying, though. Just something to consider.
Oh Lulu you will look fabulous! (I can see your feeling on veil lifting) small or large cherry blossom flower… it is so vintage modern, chic and alluring. The last one is beautiful!
Will you take the photo and have someone make it for you? Can’t wait to see the finished masterpiece.
Love love love it! The last one would look great on you, and I like the cherry blossom idea.
Those are so cute and elegant =) I can’t wait to see when everything has come together!
(I’m going for the traditional veil with the lifting hehe Haven’t picked one out yet. On the list of thigns to do next month)
I agree the last one is the best one. I love anything with cherry blossoms so I’m sure whatever you decide will be fabulous! I’ve got a veil that’s quite long (goes down past my butt) but I’m having it coming out from the bottom of my hair and down my back. it won’t be going over my face at all. Only 3.5 weeks til my wedding…it’s freak-out time in the burrow at the moment!!
The last one is very glam but also like the second one if your hair is going to be up in similar style. Just a little touch at the back – although would be totally missed for most photos
Bummer about the weight this week – know what you mean when you think you have had a good week and instead put on a bit. Persistance will win through though
hey =) im a new reader of your blog, and absolutely love it! im totally infatuated with cherry blossoms, and heres a site i think might help u with your overall cherry blossom theme wedding.
http://www.gnyc.net/senseless/2006/08/15/cherry-blossoms/
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I think the small veils are so chic and cute, thanks so much for sharing the ideas, I am still looking for sweet sixteen inspirations lol