A veiled beauty at Romana Keveza's Spring 2012 show.

Are you on the fence about wearing a veil? You’re not alone; many women are, with most brides ultimately deciding to go for it. I mean when are you ever going to have to oppotunity to wear such an accessory again in your life? Andrea Anastasiou, owner of the chic bridal boutique White Toronto, agrees and has seen so many brides walk through her doors with absolutely no intention of wearing a veil, but once they try one on, become smitten. “Give yourself the opportunity to try on a veil,” Andrea says. “Most girls are surprised that they end up loving the look of a veil. The notion I think is that many feel it’s so traditional, but it is for a reason! When you’re a bride, it is only for a day and a veil often tops off the look and creates a bridal feeling.  There are moments that are iconic on the big day, ones that your really don’t want to miss out on capturing, walking down the aisle and lifting the veil are two of them.” Andrea shares she often hears from her brides that they don’t want a veil, but that 85 percent end up choosing one in the end. “It’s so cute to see the attitude completely change once you put a veil on their head! It makes them truly feel like a bride.” Here’s Andrea’s five things to consider when it comes to veils. Read the rest of this entry »