Wedding Veil Symbolism

When discussing wedding veil symbolism, the common belief of Christians, Jews, Muslims and Hindus is that of purity.

There was even a time when some societies thought the wedding veil protected the bride from stares of jealous spirits.

In years past, veils were handmade and very expensive. So many women would pass their veils down from generation to generation.

This is where the saying "something borrowed" came from. It was believed that the good fortune and fertility of the previous wearer would be passed on to the bride who wore the veil next.

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The Blusher

The blusher is the short front piece of the veil that covers the bride's face.

Traditionally, the groom will lift the veil, making sure it is his bride-to-be, and then will kiss the bride to seal the wedding vows.

Some believe the lifting of the veil at the end of the ceremony symbolizes male dominance. Therefore, if the bride lifts the veil up herself, she is showing independence to the groom.

To Wear a Veil or Not to Wear a Veil

The choice of whether to wear a wedding veil during your ceremony is a purely personal one.

Some women think they would never wear a veil - until they try one on with their wedding dress. Then they are sold on the idea!

Your choice of whether or not to wear a wedding veil depends on the style of your dress, your personal taste, and the formality of your wedding.

MORE WEDDING VEIL SYMBOLISM

• It is believed that it is bad luck to try on a veil before a wedding or to let another woman try on your veil before your wedding.
• If the bride looks at herself in a mirror before the wedding, while she is wearing her veil, the marriage will be unhappy.
• Even on the wedding day, it is believed the veil should not be put on until just before walking down the aisle.

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