• 2008-09-25T06:39:57Z Style Me Pretty

    It seems like every time I turn around, I am falling in love with another wedding style trend. And the birdcage veil is my latest passion. I just think that they add a sense of glamour, of unabashed romance to a wedding dress… Melody, of Birdcage Veils in Dallas has totally devoted herself to these little pieces of heaven and she’s stopping by today to share some thoughts! The birdcage veil brings a new but vintage look to the fashion of wedding attire. Reese Witherspoon wore a birdcage veil in the movie ‘Sweet Home Alabama’ in 2002….which we all fell in love with. When a bride aske...

  • 2008-09-01T18:36:43Z iDiY

    If you’re having a vintage themed wedding, a birdcage veil is de riguer. I love the way it looks– framing the bride’s face so the groom can see more of his beautiful bride. Check out these DIY online instructions for birdcage veils here, here and here. The expense can go from just the cost of the French or Russian netting material for the veil to such extras for embellishments like crystals, seed pearls, feathers, or faux flowers. { images from somethingbold.com }...

  • I knew it would be a trend this year! I started seeing birdcage veils in the magazines last year, and I loved how different and wonderful they are. They add a charming vintage feel to just about any wedding ensemble, and can be personalized with what’s called a “fascinator” and basically an ornament like a silk flower, beading, or feathers, that carries the eye to your face. Here’s a post from weddingbee with some great resources to find veils. A fabulous friend made mine for me with netting from a millinery, ribbon, and a feather clip....

  • I wrote about various veils a few posts ago. When I sa these wonderful photos of Birdcage veils photographed by Carla Ten Eyck, I just had to share! Thanks to my wedding friend, Candice Dowling Coppola of Jubilee Events for sharing with me....

  • 2009-06-29T11:28:00Z Bustled Blog

    Check out these super fabulous birdcage veils I found on etsy.comThese veils would go great with a vintage themed wedding....

  • 2008-10-07T06:36:00Z little winter bride

    Vintage birdcage veils make a great alternative to the traditional wedding veil, not to mention, a bit more budget friendly.Like these 3 styles that I found here.And who says you have to stick to the traditional white? I am totally digging this winter brides style....(images from Vintage Hat Box)Subscribe to little winter bride...

  • 2009-12-09T20:40:00Z Things Festive Wedding Blog

    If you want to know how to make a birdcage veil (the vintage-style veil made of French netting) check out the instructions below.   The birdcage veil is once again at the forefront of wedding fashion and complements both modern and traditional wedding dresses.   This veil style is quite versatile as the French netting can be sculpted and worn in different positions to suit your style.    For a unique effect, use hair jewelry or flowers to accent your birdcage veil. How to Make a Birdcage VeilMATERIAL REQUIRED3/4 yd. 18" veiling.Gather ends of veiling together, s...

  • 2010-05-06T01:00:47Z Cap Classique

    The first time I remember noticing birdcage veils was when Reese Witherspoon wore one in her stylish turn as a bride on Sweet Home Alabama, but this stunning style statement has been all over the place recently. It’s super pretty (especially when teamed with an ornate vintage hairclip) but has a bit of extra sass and tons of Hollywood glamour. It also makes for wonderful bridal closeups, so your photographer will love you! The veil can be a variety of lengths depending on your look, and can be added to clips, hairbands, fascinators or just left plain, depending on your wedding style. Some of...

  • Jacky chose a Birdcage Veil for her wedding day If you’re looking to add a unique touch to your wedding day ensemble, check out the latest and hottest alternative to the standard-issue bridal veil– the Birdcage Veil!  These fun pieces are elegant and will add a touch of glam to any wedding dress!  From personal experience, I love working with these pieces, especially when it comes to the wedding day makeup look.  Lashes and red lips are perfect for this look and will show beautifully in your wedding photos!  The sample photos in this post show the birdcage veil taken from an advertisin...

  • 2009-10-14T06:15:48Z Chocolate Brides

    The first rule in the Chocolate Brides book of wedding fashion is, DARE TO BE DIFFERENT! Who says that all brides must wear the traditional wedding veil? Birdcage veils can definitely add a daring sense of glamour to your bridal…...