How to style a crystal wedding veil for maximum impact

Creating an elevated and magical bridal look that feels enchanting and straight out of a fairytale involves care attention to detail and thoughtful styling.

For brides dreaming of a captivating bridal look, a lightweight and dreamy crystal wedding veil paired with intricate bridal accessories can be the perfect elements to bring that vision to life. Crystal wedding veils can frame a wedding dress in the most effortless way – whilst offering that hint of magic that can complete a bridal look without feeling over-the-top.

1. Start with the crystal veil: The centrepiece of your bridal look

The veil is often the most iconic bridal accessory, and choosing one adorned with a galaxy of crystals can instantly elevate your look. Crystal veils add a touch of enchantment, catching the light as you move and creating a subtle yet mesmerising sparkle.

How to choose the perfect crystal wedding veil

Consider the overall style of your wedding when selecting your veil. A cathedral length veil with scattered crystals offers a dramatic, fairytale effect, perfect for grand ceremonies in large venues. For a more intimate or modern setting, a fingertip length veil with crystal edges might be more appropriate, adding the right amount of sparkle without overwhelming your look.

Ensure the veil complements your wedding dress. If your gown has intricate beading or embellishments, opt for a veil with subtle crystal accents to avoid clashing. For simpler gowns, a more heavily embellished crystal veil can add that wow factor.

Delicate lace wedding dresses:
There’s something about a lace wedding dress that pairs perfectly with crystal or pearl wedding veils. Matching a lace veil to a lace wedding dress has its challenges (colour, texture, pattern, type of lace) so it’s not always a suitable choice. If you’re open to sparkle, consider a modern crystal veil – the delicate crystal elements will contrast beautifully against the delicate lace work and the silver tone of the crystals offer a couture accent which won’t go unnoticed.
Silk chiffon dresses with floaty trains:
A silk chiffon wedding dress is ethereal and floaty, dreamy and sophisticated. These characteristics pair beautifully with crystal wedding veils because their aesthetics work harmoniously together. Our recommendation would be to stick to a simpler silhouette – a modern drop veil rather than a heavy gathered veil with crystals. Best to keep the overall silhouette streamlined and lightweight for a cleaner look.
Smooth and sleek modern sheath dresses:
If your dress features a smooth and sleek silhouette, a statement crystal veil that floats and cascades beyond the length of the train, can add a dramatic element without drawing attention away from your dress. We’d recommend you keep the rest of your accessories simple – maybe opt for a simple set of drop earrings or a small hair comb for a minimalist look.
Sequin wedding dresses:
This might surprise you but an ivory sequin wedding dress and a crystal wedding veil are a match made in heaven. The shimmer and shine of a sequin dress is often accompanied by a striking silhouette that can look luxurious and glamorous with a crystal veil.

2. Add intricate hair accessories to elevate your hairstyle

Once you’ve selected your veil, it’s time to think about how to enhance your hairstyle with hair accessories. The right piece will add a touch of elegance and sophistication, pulling together your look in the most breathtaking way.

3. Incorporate delicate bridal jewellery

While the veil and hair accessories are the stars of your bridal ensemble, delicate jewellery can tie everything together, adding a final touch of sparkle.

Choose earrings that complement your veil and hair accessories. If you’re wearing a high neck or detailed dress, opt for crystal studs or small drop earrings. For strapless or simple dresses longer drop earrings can add a touch of glamour.
If your dress has a low neckline, a crystal necklace can add an elegant touch. A delicate bracelet or cuff can also enhance your look, especially if your dress has short sleeves or no sleeves at all. As always, make sure these pieces don’t compete with the sparkle of your veil and hair accessories.

4. Balance and harmony is the key to a captivating look

The most important aspect of creating a captivating bridal look with a crystal veil is achieving balance and harmony. While it’s tempting to go all out with crystals and embellishments, sometimes less is more. Choose one or two statement pieces, such as a crystal veil and a matching headpiece, and keep the rest of your accessories more subdued.

Ensure that all your accessories share a similar aesthetic. Whether you’re going or vintage, bohemian, or modern glam, your veil, hair accessories and jewellery should complement each other in style and tone.

Need personalised styling advice?

Sometimes you don’t want head to toe sparkles. Sometimes, it’s just a hint of sparkle maybe at the edge or near the comb that can make all the difference. Or it could even be sparkly crystal hair accessories paired with a simple long wedding veil that completes your bridal look.

If you’d love to chat about how to style your wedding dress with the right accessories from our collection, feel free to get in touch. We’d love to work with you.