I guess it is so easy for us to get our wedding gowns, shoes and of course the veil. However, I doubt we all know what the veil symbolizes. The white veil symbolizes modesty and purity. Thus, only first-time brides wear a veil. The groom’s lifting of the veil signifies his acceptance of the bride. He unwraps his bride as he takes possession of her. Hence, a bride traditionally was given away while a man took a wife. These days, many brides lift their own veils, presenting themselves as equals.

In the modern wedding ceremony, the bridal veil should complement the bridal gown; and so, the most popular colours are white, diamond white, and ivory. These days the veils are looked upon as accessories made of different materials from tulle to lace.