03 Aug When you’re having a moment and your veil is, too
If you haven’t tried on your a wedding gown yet (and if you’ve never watched an episode of “Say Yes to the Dress”) then you might not know this little truth: Put on that glistening white frock and you are guaranteed to feel like a princess. But … put on a veil and you are a princess B-R-I-D-E. Seriously. Other than well, communion, when would there be another reason to don one? There’s just something about that ethereal tulle washing over your shoulders that puts things in the realm of a really, really Big Day. And while some brides choose to wear a family heirloom and others prefer to start their own traditions, we love veils one and all. Sit tight, sweeties, and enjoy these favorite swoon-worthy veil moments from a slew of Lowcountry weddings.
Long live Millennial Pink! Manasa’s veil (and dress by Anushree Reddy) is seriously what (blushing) dreams are made of.
Images: Hyer Images
Couple: Manasa and Will
Veil: Anushree Reddy
Venue: Middleton Place
Florals: Branch Design Studio
When you’re having a moment. And your veil is, too.
Image: Ava Moore Photography
Couple: Jess and Tom
Venue: Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
Florals: Roadside Blooms
“Hunter was holding my veil for me while I was taking pictures without it,” says bride Courtney. “He looked so great with it Sean Money + Elizabeth Fay started snapping pics! Never a dull moment with him.”
Image: Sean Money + Elizabeth Fay
Couple: Courtney and Hunter
Veil: White on Daniel Island
Venue: Middleton Place
Florals: Branch Design Studio
Carli’s vision of a clean, modern look to her Big Day extended to her gown and her stunning, banded veil from White on Daniel Island.
Image: Sean Money + Elizabeth Fay
Couple: Carli and Jeffrey
Veil: White on Daniel Island
Venue: Lowndes Grove Plantation
Cold hands, warm heart vibes. This flyaway elbow length veil was the perfect compliment to Anne’s fabulous fur stole, adding just the right amount of chic to this bridal debut.
Image: Sean Money + Elizabeth Fay
Couple: Anne & Kurtis
Veil: Modern Trousseau from Modern Trousseau Charleston
Venue: The William Aiken House
Florals: Loluma
Just look at how those few scattered blooms on Jenna’s airy veil gave her sleek gown a touch of modern femininity. Pure bliss. Way to capture this sweet moment outside Washington Park on Chalmers Street, Virgil Bunao!
Image: Virgil Bunao
Couple: Jenna and Matt
Veil: Amsale in New York
Venue: Belmond Charleston Place Hotel
Florals: Bloom Floral at Belmond Charleston Place
Even without a backstory, Patricia’s veil would have wowed. But take a listen: She and hubby Zach started a company called ChemoCars, a ride service to help cancer patients get to and from doctors appointments. Read their full story here.
Image: Heather Payne Photography
Couple: Patricia and Zach
Veil: Anthropologie, borrowed from her sister
Venue: Gibbes Museum of Art
I mean, come on. Could it get any better than this? Right after Katelyn and Ben said their “I do’s”, Riverland Studios captured this superb shot outside the William Aiken House on the Ann Street side. And just look at that cathedral veil.
Image: Riverland Studios
Veil: Amsale at The Collection in Winter Park, Florida
Couple: Katelyn and Ben
Venue: The William Aiken House
Florals: SYG Designs
Years before they were married, Adam was Lauren’s escort at her debutante ball. This time around, her white dress has an extra accessory—a BHLDN chapel veil.
Images: Anne Rhett Photography
Couple: Lauren and Adam
Veil: BHLDN
Venue: Hibernian Hall
Florals: On a Limb Florals
Maggie’s Gown Boutique of Charleston cathedral veil is the most perfect statement piece. “I loved the bigger pieces of lace that framed the veil,” she says, “particularly the one free-floating lace flower by my right ear—it almost looked like a delicate lace earring.”
Images: Ava Moore Photography
Couple: Maggie and Chase
Veil: Gown Boutique of Charleston
Venue: Lowndes Grove Plantation
James Island-based Jacqueline Sydnor of Mariee Lace Veils imports one-of-a-kind handmade veils directly from Belgian lacemakers. As the only U.S. commercial importer of this type of lace, most popular in the 19th century, Jacqueline’s veils are quite a luxury. “If I had to pick a town that truly appreciates heritage, tradition, and family heirlooms, it’s Charleston,” she says.
Image: Corbin Gurkin for Charleston Weddings
Veil: Mariee Lace Veils
For more: Legacy Lace
Spice up a classic veil with a fabulous flower crown like boho bride Brianna for guaranteed wow factor. Inspired by a Grace Loves Lace photograph, the bride’s vision of a boho meets formal wedding came to life in what she termed a “Bohemian-Black Tie” affair.
Image: Virgil Bunao
Couple: Brianna and Anthony
Veil: WESTERNBRIDE on Etsy
Venue: The William Aiken House
Florals: Out of the Garden
Lauren’s goddess look wouldn’t be complete without her Bridal House of Charleston veil that exquisitely matched the stunning lace of her Jean’s Bridal gown to a T. Bonus? Check out how it was attached to her minimalist halo. Love the mix of lacey fem and earthy boho.
Images: Mark Williams Studio
Couple: Lauren and Brad
Veil: Bridal House of Charleston
Venue: Daniel Island Club
Florals: Mark Williams Studio
Laura’s fingertip-length Peter Langner veil is a flawless companion to her ultra embellished Monique Lhuillier gown.
Image: Corbin Gurkin
Couple: Laura and Skip
Veil: Peter Langner, available at Betty Bridal Atelier
Venue: Lowndes Grove Plantation
When you pretty much squeal because real-life grownup dress up is so darn fun. Props to bride Kitt’s maids for making sure all that gorgeous tulle stays tamed.
Image: Anne Rhett Photography
Couple: Kitt and Walid
Veil: Pronovias , available in Charleston through the Gown Boutique of Charleston
Venue: Lowndes Grove Plantation
“My dress was very fitted and modern,” says bride Donna, “so I thought it would be nice to pair it with something more traditional.This classic cathedral Carol Hannah veil did just the trick. “I love how long and dramatic it is and how the trim adds such a beautiful touch.”
Image: Catherine Ann Photography
Couple: Donna and Rob
Veil: Carol Hannah, available in Charleston through Southern Protocol Bridal
Venue: Cannon Green
Florals: Out of the Garden
Now this is why you wear a veil, ladies! Such a magnificent Hollywood-esque smooch captured by Natalie Franke Photography. Bride Teil’s cathedral veil has been passed down in her family for generations and it is just plain S-T-U-N-N-I-N-G.
Image: Natalie Franke Photography
Veil: Family heirloom
Couple: Teil and Russell
Venue: RiverOaks Charleston
Florals: Charleston Stems
As a nod to her now-hubby’s Mexican heritage, Emily chose a mantilla. Worn like a scarf over the head and shoulders, the lace-trimmed style looks especially dramatic for profile portraits like this.
Image: Holly Graciano Photography
Veil: Etsy
Blog Post: Emily’s Bridal Portraits
Venue: Lowndes Grove Plantation
Florals: White House Wedding Flowers
A veil like that on a girl like this in a town like Charleston demands a car like this one. We are getting some serious Bond vibes between the car, the setting, and the fashion. Sidenote? The veil was Emily’s something borrowed.
Image: Nancy Ray Photography
Couple: Emily and Todd
Veil: Borrowed
Venue: French Huguenot Church, Runnymede Plantation
Florals: Gathering Floral + Event Design
Getaway Car: Charleston Style Limo
Untamed Petals’ “Cypress” veil from Lovely Bride took this Legends by Romona Keveza blush gown to the next level.
Image: Corbin Gurkin for Charleston Weddings
Feature: October 2016 Issue, Posh on Parade Feature
Veil: Untamed Petals’ “Cypress” veil from Lovely Bride
Venue: Gibbes Museum of Art
Alice’s tulle cathedral veil tamed the back of her sexy lace corset to make her look ceremony-appropriate.
Images: Virgil Bunao
Couple: Alice & Forrest
Veil: Inbal Dror, available at Mark Ingram Atelier
Venue: Lowndes Grove Plantation
Florals: Sara York Grimshaw Designs
Oh. My. Gosh. Look at the lace on that Kelly Faetanini gown from Bridal House of Charleston. The perfect complement to that much lavishness? A dialed back birdcage veil, like “Doris” from The Hushed Commotion.
Image: Corbin Gurkin for Charleston Weddings
Feature: October 2016 Issue, Posh on Parade Feature
Veil: Hushed Commotion’s “Doris” gold birdcage veil from Lovely Bride
Venue: Gibbs Museum of Art
If that’s not a look of love I don’t know what is. Robert is gazing adoringly at his new wife as LaToya grins from cheek to cheek while her David’s Bridal veil frames her features flawlessly.
Image: Virgil Bunao Photography
Couple: LaToya & Robert
Veil/Headband: David’s Bridal
Venue: Magnolia Plantation & Gardens
Florals: Branch Design Studio
“The Great Gatsby” vibes, anyone? Mary Jo’s glamorous hair accessory is sure to turn heads, for all the right reasons. Her veil and hair accessory, both from White on Daniel Island, give her a sparkling 1920s look that is to die for.
Image: Virgil Bunao Photography
Couple: Mary Jo & Alexander
Veil/Hair Accessory: White on Daniel Island
Venue: The Cotton Dock at Boone Hall Plantation
Florals: Out of Hand
One little smooch in a lovely veil before riding off into marriage! Congrats Kendall and Carlton.
Image: Gayle Brooker Photography & Celeste Joye Photography
Couple: Kendall & Carlton
Venue: The Governor Thomas Bennett House
Movie star couple, no doubt! Crystal’s veil elevates her first smooch with her hubs to that of cinematic proportions.
Image: Ava Moore Photography
Couple: Crystal & Seth
Venue: Founders Hall at Charlestowne Landing
Florals: SYG Designs
Is a traditional veil not your style? Check out this British trend called a Bridal Fascinator that allows you to embellish your look without covering any part of your dress.
Image: Gayle Brooker Photography
Couple: Elizabeth & Matthew
Bridal Fascinator: Meriel Edge from Meriel Jill Millinery
Venue: William Aiken House
Florals: Gathering Events
Caption: We can’t say what has us more head over heels: Meghan’s veil or her grand kiss with hubby Jake. So very much in love and so, so sweet.
Image: Lauren Jonas
Couple: Meghan & Jake
Veil: Ultimate Bride in Chicago
Venue: Middleton Place
