Bride Chic

  The mantilla is one of bridal fashion's most enduring veil styles. Originating in Spain, it is traditionally a circular or oval veil, often edged in lace and worn draped over the head rather than gathered at a crown or tiara. Unlike many modern veils, the mantilla is designed to frame the bride, creating a soft halo of lace around the face and shoulders. Historically, it was worn over a decorative comb known as a peineta , though contemporary brides often secure it discreetly with hidden pins. While the classic Spanish mantilla remains the style's most recognizable form, modern interpretations have expanded its possibilities. Mantillas may be worn high on the head for a regal effect, draped close to the face for a portrait-like frame, secured above a low chignon, or extended into dramatic cathedral lengths. Some feature only a lace border, while others are fashioned entirely from lace. Whether traditional or contemporary, the mantilla remains defined by its graceful drape an...