bride in Spanish style floor length wedding veil with small embroidered flowers

Customizations for your Personalized Mantilla Bridal Veil

A mantilla veil is a timeless and elegant bridal accessory, but adding personal touches can make it even more special. Whether you want to enhance its beauty with pearls, incorporate sentimental lace, or add custom embroidery, there are many ways to customize your mantilla veil to reflect your unique style. Here are some popular customization options to consider:

1. Add Pearls or Beading

Pearls and delicate beading can add a subtle shimmer to your mantilla veil, creating subtle sparkle without overpowering the lace details. You can choose scattered pearls for a soft, romantic effect or intricate beadwork along the edges for a more defined look. This customization works beautifully with both modern and vintage-inspired gowns.

I love how the bride below requested a gentle sprinkling of pearls.

pearl mantilla wedding veil with wildflower fabric and lace trim
ivory bespoke flower veil with pearl beading on bride with glam downdo

2. Veil from Vintage Lace

Incorporating vintage lace into your mantilla veil can add a sentimental and heirloom quality to your bridal look. Whether you have a piece of lace from a family member’s wedding dress or want to source authentic vintage lace, this option brings a touch of history and romance. Vintage lace can be used as the edging of your veil or as an overlay for a unique, textured effect.

bride in Italy wearing vintage wedding veil on top of head with lace

3. Add Embroidery

Personalized embroidery is a meaningful way to customize your mantilla veil. You can have your wedding date, initials, or even a special phrase embroidered onto the veil in delicate thread. This small but significant detail adds a personal touch that makes your veil truly one-of-a-kind. Embroidery can be done in subtle, tone-on-tone stitching or in a contrasting color for a bold statement.

The bride below was inspired by dragonflies, bees, and butterflies.

dragonfly embroidery on mantilla lace custom veil
ivory dragonfly embroidery on mantilla lace custom veil

4. Customize the Length and Shape

While traditional mantilla veils are circular with lace edges, you can request a custom length or shape to better suit your dress and personal style. Whether you prefer a shorter fingertip-length mantilla or an extra-long cathedral version, having a veil tailored to your vision ensures it complements your gown perfectly.

 

chapel length chantilly lace bridal veil

4. Request Different Combs for a Flatter Fit

The way your veil sits on your head is just as important as the design itself. If you prefer a flatter fit, request a different type of comb that will allow the veil to lay closer to your hair. The bride below requested 2 additional small snap combs to keep her design sleeker and flatter to her head.

flat and non puffy mantilla veil placed at crown of head
how to keep the bridal veil laying flat

Customizing your mantilla veil allows you to create a bridal accessory that reflects your personality and enhances your overall wedding look. Whether through intricate beading, vintage lace, meaningful embroidery, or a tailored length, these customizations will make your veil a cherished keepsake for years to come.

Looking to create a custom mantilla veil? Reach out to discuss your vision and bring your dream veil to life!

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