Many brides question whether or not they should wear a veil on their big day. Some people think it's outdated, but others think that it adds a sense of tradition and equally a sense of freshness for the bride. There's no doubt that veils are beautiful, and they can really accent a wedding dress and make a bride look even more elegant. So here are three reasons why brides should wear a veil on their wedding day.

1. Only brides wear wedding veils.

Some brides consider the veil an afterthought. However, wedding veils are special because they're only for brides. Wearing one is truly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! It is a delicate piece of fabric that's sole purpose is to turn you from a woman in a pretty white dress into a bride.

2. Veils make for beautiful photos.

Veils are beautiful, and they can make wedding photos even more beautiful! With a unique, eye-catching, cathedral length veil, your photographer is sure to capture gorgeously dramatic and elegant photos; just think "Pinterest-worthy". There's so much more you can do with wedding photos when a veil is involved!

3. Veils can become a family heirloom.

Veils can become a very important family keepsake. If you leave your wedding dress to your daughter, granddaughter, niece, daughter-in-law, or anyone else, they might think it's outdated, or maybe it won't fit them. But veils are often timeless, and one-size-fits-all. At The Mantilla Company, we work with family owned businesses in Spain that have been around as early as 1910. Each handmade mantilla veil is made using the same meticulous techniques acquired from many years ago; making each of our lace veils an heirloom-quality piece!

Ultimately, it's up to you to decide whether or not you want to wear a veil, but here are some things for you to consider!

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About me: In 2010, while shopping for my bridal gown, I quickly realized that bridal stores had a very small selection (or none!) of lace mantilla veils. I ended up getting my veil from Spain and after all the compliments I received on my wedding day about my veil, I knew I had to bring these beautiful, authentic, quality, Spanish-made veils to brides in the US. My husband and I planned the whole business on the plane during our honeymoon! Today, we carry a large selection online of mantilla veils and have been featured in many bridal blogs and magazines. Read more about our story here.

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