Wedding Accessories: Blusher Veils

The blusher veil is a traditional bridal headpiece. It is a short veil that covers the bride's face as she walks down the aisle. This bridal accessory is also called the birdcage veil, with varying lengths: the veil can fall just below the eyes, below the chin.  Floor length veils are also known as ballerina veil.

The person who gives the bride away raises the veil to kiss the bride on the cheek or forehead and puts the veil back down. After the exchange of the wedding vows, it is time for the official "Just Married" kiss and the veil is raised by the groom.  The veil then stays lifted all throughout the ceremony.

Apart from varying lengths, the veil may also come in different designs.  Some veils have two or more layers; some are attached to a hat or  fascinator. Blusher veils can be made out of tulle, or old lace.

Some modern brides choose not to wear this style of veil because they want everyone to have a clear view of their face as they enter the ceremony.  However, a blusher veil can also add that perfect accent to the bridal gown.  Take a look at these beautiful blusher veils from various Etsy sellers:

double layer of tulle by Twigs & Honey

 

silk organza & Habotai silk  with blossoms and rhinestone by Erica Elizabeth Design 

 

blusher veil with peach fascinator by There Was Once a Girl 

blusher veil with ivory fascinator and bridal hat by Butterflies Wing 

bird cage veil with nickel plated comb by Alisa Benay 

double layer teardrop blusher veil by Twigs & Honey

Would you like to wear a blusher veil or a bird cage veil on your wedding?  

Which of these veils caught your fancy?

Wedding Accessories: Juliet Cap Inspired Bridal Veils

The headpiece is one of the most important accessories of the bride. There are many kinds of headpieces to choose from such as the traditional veil, bridal combs, tiara, bridal headbands, and more.  I think the Juliet Cap inspired headpiece is such a beautiful adornment, especially for a vintage-themed wedding or a bohemian-themed wedding.  I looked up for gorgeous designs online and found these great finds from Etsy.

Veil made of ivory velvet leaves with Swarovski rhinestones, beaded lace, & French netting by Sibo Designs

sculpted veil cap made by Chantilly lace by Which Goose

vintage style cap made of French Chantilly Lace, Habotai & Organza Silk & silk satin woven ribbon beading by Erica Elizabeth Design

veil made from the finest 100% silk tulle,drapes over one shoulder and features genuine vintage velvet flower by Agnes Hart

 Art Deco inspired veil made of soft ivory Bridal Illusion tulle by Gilded Shadows

Themed-Wedding Inspiration: Art Noveau

What is Art Noveau?
"Art nouveau" which is French for "new art" first appeared in the Belgian journal L'Art Moderne in the 1880s. The term was used to describe the artworks of twenty painters and sculptors who were members of Les Vingt- an artistic community.

Particulary associated with the French style, the art form is inspired by elements of nature or the natural world such. The Art Noveau movement was short-lived, yet it has influenced modern art and is still regarded as a historical and treasured artistic style. *

Is your wedding inspired by the Art Noveau era?  

Here are my top picks from Etsy sellers:

Flapper inspired bridal headband by Twigs & Honey;

Art Nouveau Style 14K Gold Antique wedding band by jewelry1910studio  

antiqued brass filigrees by marygracejewellery

Crystal and Marcasite Brooch Bouquet by The Ritzy Rose

14k yellow and rose gold woodland necklace by Pretty Things Galore

Rhinestone 1920s cloche by Erica Elizabeth Design

references:
*http://www.metmuseum.org/toah/hd/artn/hd_artn.htm

Wedding Accessories: Vintage Bridal Hair Combs

A vintage bridal hair comb is the perfect accessory for a bride wearing a simple, vintage or vintage-inspired wedding gown.  This kind of accessory can be used to add that touch of glamor for any hairstyle- whether the bride chooses to wear an up-do, braided, half-tail, or to wear her hair down.

Hair combs are not only beautiful, they are functional accessories too.  A bridal hair comb helps to keep that veil in place. Do you own an antique brooch or old pieces of jewelry?  You can easily make a bridal hair comb just by attaching the jewelry on a plastic comb or you may choose to buy a ready-made one online.

Here are some of my best picks from various Etsy sellers.  Some of these hair combs have been re-created or upcycled out of heirloom jewelry pieces.  Which one is your favorite?

1940's blue & clear rhinestones hair comb 

by bridalwear

a vintage jewelry repurposed into a bridal hair comb 

by Gener8tions Cre8tions

1920s rhinestones and pearls heirloom brooch repurposed into a comb 

by Amore Treasure

1980s hairpiece 

by Second Hand Emporium

1940 rhinestones and pearl hair comb

by Karen Rutledge

Primary Petals is Now On Etsy

Last year, Primary Petals was featured on the Weddingbug but did you know that you can now purchase online exclusive wedding decor items designed and handmade by Samantha Santana?  That's because, Primary Petals is now on Etsy.  You can read my interview with Samantha here.

1980s prom dress featured in the Super Mario Brothers themed wedding 

custom stained Balsa wood flowers

Featured Bridal Shop: Daughters of Simone

Daughters of Simone sells vintage wedding dresses and bridal accessories.  Found this shop at Etsy while searching for beautiful vintage wedding gowns.  Most of the dresses are made out of or embroidered with antique lace which is super romantic.  I picked my favorites from the shop.  The prices for these gowns range from $300 to $650.

 

A sweet bridal gown with antique-lace embroidery and cap sleeves

 

 A simple, low-neck, empire-waist wedding dress with lovely lace accents

 A simple, fairy-inspired wedding gown with delicate lace accents

 

An elegant vintage lace wedding gown 

 

A kimono style 1960s bridal gown accentuated with beads and button detailing at the back 

  

1930's satin & lace vintage bridal gown with long sleeves.  The dress extends to the ankle with a long train.

Tiered wedding dress with scalloped lace and dainty spaghetti straps.

1970's ivory bohemian style wedding dress with full skirt, vintage lace and ruffles

Planning a wedding? 

Which of these vintage wedding gowns would you wear?

Adorn the Bride with Twigs and Honey

Twigs & Honey is owned by Myra Callan and is a one-stop shop for bridal ornaments for the hair and body like birdcage veils, headbands, belts,shrugs, boutonnieres, corsages, bouquets,and more! Based in Salem-Portland, Oregon, the shop has been featured in many wedding magazines such as Southern Weddings, Portland Bride and Groom, Oregon Bride, Brides, Utterly Engaged and more. 

I love that the pieces have a whimsical accent to them, and that each is carefully made by hand using fine silk, feathers, lace and bits of vintage. Discover more at Twigs & Honey or hop over Myra's blog to get to know more of her  personal inspirations.