12 stunning cathedral length veils for the modern bride

Jul 15, 2024 | Bridal Style
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Nothing completes your bridal look quite like a veil. Wedding veils have great historical significance and bring a touch of tradition to your wedding ceremony. From sheer face coverings in medieval times to elaborate lace mantillas during the Renaissance, the evolution of veils mirrors changes in fashion, reflecting societal norms and influences of different eras.

Cathedral or royal cathedral length veils are favored by most brides today, which typically measure 300cm (118in) and 350cm (138in) respectively. Heather Eden, founder of leading bridal accessory brand EDEN LUXE Bridal, explains why the cathedral veil is so popular: "There are often so many exquisite details on the back of a wedding dress that a shorter veil can cover up. A shorter veil also creates a visual line that cuts right through the centre of the dress, pulling the eye to the end of the veil rather than the entire silhouette of the gown. Cathedral length veils beautifully skim the body without distracting from the gown or curve of the female form."

In need of veil inspiration? Discover our edit of 12 stunning cathedral length veils for the modern bride, alongside some real wedding inspiration from the Wedding Sparrow community.

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​​French lace cathedral veil by Girl and a Serious Dream Pin it

French lace cathedral veil by Girl and a Serious Dream

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​​Custom embroidered name cathedral veil Pin it

Custom embroidered name cathedral veil by Gibson Bespoke

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Blue cathedral veil Pin it

Lavinia blue cathedral veil by Tania Maras

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​Seraphine silk flower drop view by Gibson Veil​ Pin it

Seraphine silk flower drop view by Gibson Bespoke

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Photo: Elisabetta Marzetti
​​Rosaline French lace cathedral veil by Girl and a Serious Dream Pin it

Rosaline French lace cathedral veil by Girl and a Serious Dream

​​Victoria cathedral drop view by EDEN LUXE Bridal Pin it

Victoria cathedral drop view by EDEN LUXE Bridal

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​Genevieve ​silk organza cathedral veil by EDEN LUXE Bridal Pin it

Genevieve silk organza cathedral veil by EDEN LUXE Bridal

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Photo: Laura Gordon
​​Robin cathedral veil by Gibson Bespoke Pin it

Robin cathedral veil by Gibson Bespoke

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Carmen Juliet cap veil by Tania Maras

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Monique Lhuillier Fall 2024
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​​Pink champagne cathedral veil by The Wedding Veil Shop Pin it

Pink champagne cathedral veil by The Wedding Veil Shop

​​Georgette classic cathedral veil Pin it

Georgette classic cathedral veil by Tania Maras

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Photo: Sophie Kaye

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