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Your Headpiece

Headpieces can vary from a simple wreath of flowers to elaborately decorated hairclips and hats. Historically, myrtle and rosemary were commonly used in headpieces; myrtle being sacred to Venus, the God of Love, and rosemary being life-giving and sustaining, and able to ward off evil spirits. In the early-1800s, brides began to wear orange blossoms, a symbol of fertility. Under Japanese tradition, brides may choose to wear a traditional white hood called a tsuno-kakushi, to hide the horns of jealousy.

Choosing a Headpiece

In choosing a headpiece, you should consider your face shape, preferred hairstyle for the wedding, and the style of your wedding gown. Your choice of a headpiece may be based on religious and/or cultural tenets. For those without such guidelines, however, it is helpful to look through bridal magazines and to browse at bridal shops to get an idea of the types of headpieces available. A long face will be flattered by a large brim, low-worn headpiece while a round face will benefit from a higher sitting, smaller headpiece. It is a good idea to set your hair the way you intend to wear it for the wedding when deciding on headpieces. Remember to choose something that is comfortable and easily secured in your hair. Many brides choose to wear a headpiece with an attached veil.

FOR THE COST CONSCIOUS:

If you are even mildly creative or have a creative and willing family member or friend, a headpiece can be made by hand to save money without sacrificing style. Most large fabric stores have good selections of headpiece accessories that may be decorated to match the dress. Veils may also be purchased and decorated appropriately. There are stores which specialize in wedding accessories and many sell ready made veils which only need to be attached to the headpiece.

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