How to Choose a Veil Color That Perfectly Matches Your Wedding Dress

Sep 06 2024 Van Trang Vu

Selecting the ideal veil color is a pivotal step in crafting a flawless bridal ensemble. With wedding dresses available in a myriad of shades—from crisp whites and soft ivories to daring, bold hues—finding a wedding veil that complements rather than competes with your gown can be challenging. To help you choose the perfect veil, this comprehensive guide walks you through matching colors, styles, and textures that will enhance your wedding dress.

Bride: Alix Celestino / Veil color: Light ivory / Veil: Jesi

How to Choose Your Wedding Veil Color

To choose a veil color that perfectly matches your wedding dress, follow these guidelines:

1. Match the Dress Color Family

White: For stark white dresses (like printer paper), choose a white veil.
Ivory: For dresses with warm, creamy undertones, select an ivory veil.
Off-White/Diamond White: For slightly off-white dresses without yellow undertones, use a diamond white or eggshell veil.
Champagne or Blush: For dresses with golden or pink undertones, choose matching champagne or blush veils.

2. Test in Natural Light

View your dress and veil together in natural light to ensure true color matching, as artificial lighting can mask mismatches.

3. Consider Slight Variations

A slightly lighter veil can brighten your look. Avoid darker veils as they can make the dress appear dull.

4. Use Fabric Swatches

Compare dress and veil swatches directly, especially when ordering custom veils or shopping online.

5. Consult Experts

Your bridal salon can match your veil perfectly to your dress's designer, fabric, and shade. At Tara Bridal, our design experts specialize in creating custom veils that complement your gown's unique characteristics.

6. Avoid Color Clashing

Don't mix pure white veils with ivory gowns or vice versa. Stay within the same color family for a cohesive look.

Expert Tips from Tara Bridal for Choosing the Righ Color for Your Wedding Veil

White may seem straightforward, but it comes in various shades that impact your bridal look. When choosing between an ivory or white wedding dress, understanding these subtle variations becomes crucial. It's easy to mistake a pure white dress for off-white, so be sure to confirm the exact shade of your gown with your bridal consultant. If your dress is off white, consider a wedding veil in white that will blend seamlessly, enhancing your overall look without any color clash.

Bride: Nicola Fossey / Veil color: Light ivory / Veil: Kaitie

For brides who opt for the understated elegance of champagne or pastel hues—such as blush, ivory, pale blue, or lavender—a light ivory veil is your best ally. This soft, warm tone complements the delicate shades of your gown and adds a touch of romantic sophistication, enhancing the dress’s inherent beauty without overshadowing it, creating a balanced and elegant appearance.

Bride: Rachel Sodipe / Veil color: Light ivory / Veil: Kaitie

Making a Statement with Bold Colors

Colored Wedding Dresses: If you’re stepping away from tradition with a bold-colored dress—think deep reds, emerald greens, or classic black—your veil is an opportunity to amplify your distinctive style. Consider a veil that incorporates accents matching your dress color, whether through intricate lace, delicate embroidery, or subtle beading. This approach ensures your veil enhances your look, creating a cohesive and visually striking ensemble that demands attention.

Veil: Audrey / Veil color: Black

Embellished Veils: For gowns in solid, vibrant hues, an embellished veil featuring coordinating details like floral appliqués, sequins, or pearls can add depth and texture. These thoughtful touches elevate your bridal look, and when handcrafted, allow you to showcase your unique style.

Bride: Erika Riego de Dios / Veil: Erika / Veil color: Light ivory

By thinking about the color and style of your wedding gown, you can find a veil that enhances your look and makes you feel amazing on your special day. At Tara Bridal, we specialize in helping brides choose handcrafted veils that perfectly match their wedding dress. As always feel free to wedding veil experts at Tara Bridal at any time to get started on creating the perfect veil for your beautiful celebration.

Styling Advice

HOA Pham Thi Viet

Hoa is the founder and owner of Tara Bridal, bringing over seven years of experience in designing bespoke wedding veils for more than 3,000 brides worldwide. Passionate about helping brides shine with a unique style, she brings fresh ideas into each accessory, breaking traditional molds. Hoa understands the fatigue and time-consuming search that brides face when looking for wedding veils online, which is why she strives to create a seamless and enjoyable shopping experience. She creates stunning veils that beautifully reflect each bride's individuality by blending global fashion trends with exquisite hand embroidery from skilled Vietnamese artisans.