44 The Courier SUN • bridal • SEPTEMBER 17, 2015 for breaking news visit www.couriersun.com bridal The Crowning TOUCH By Tresa Erickson There are many theories as to the origins of bridal veils. Some say the practice started in ancient Rome to ward off evil spirits. Some say the practice grew out of the custom of arranged marriages. The bride was veiled until the vows were done to prevent the groom from backing out of the arrangement because of her looks. Some say the practice was a sign of a bride’s submissiveness s and willingness to obey her husband. Whatever the origins, veils have long been part of the bridal attire, and like most things, they have changed over the years. While some brides today choose not to wear a veil, others do, and the length and style may vary. Common lengths include shoulder length, elbow length, waist length, fingertip length, knee length, floor length, chapel length and cathedral length. Veils may be one layer or two. Some have blushers, which are lifted at a certain time in the marriage ceremony. Veils may be simple or heavily accented. Some may be edged with ribbon or rhinestones. Some may have pearls, crystals or rhinestones sprinkled throughout. Tiaras are still the rage, and styles range from simple but elegant to stunningly bejeweled. For brides not interested in tiaras, jeweled headpieces are available, with crystals, rhinestones, colored gems, shiny metals and more. Remember the mantilla veil Grace Kelly wore on her wedding day? Mantillas are back. The Spanishinspired veils edged with lace come in many lengths and styles. When choosing a veil, bridal taste is a big factor. Some brides know exactly what they want. Others don’t and may want to look to their hairstyle, dress and wedding theme for clues. Some veils suit upswept dos. Some veils go with certain wedding gowns. Some veils reflect a particular wedding theme. Whatever veils brides find appealing, they should always try them on, preferably with their wedding gown. That way, they can see for certain whether the veil complements them and their apparel. Veils are, after all, the crowning touch. I want to thank you SO MUCH for the wedding cake. It looked outstanding, absolutely outstanding. It was exactly how I wanted it to look, every single detail: the fondant was perfection, the thin orange layers at the bottom of each level, the damask, the quilting (I think it is the best you have done yet...seriously) and the flowers!!! The cake tasted great, got many, many compliments on it. Thank you very, very much! Diana, New York, NY Denise Makes Cakes opened in 2011 and has been creating delicious memories one cake at a time ever since. Delivery is available to the NYC/Tri-state area. Denise Makes Cakes offers at home tastings to make the cake selection process as convenient and stress free as possible! Denise Makes Cakes will not only make your beautiful wedding cake, they will also make your favors. Chocolates, cake pops, cookies, and cupcakes can be made to match any wedding theme. Call 917-689-4857 or email denisemakescakes@gmail.com for a consultation today. 917-689-4857 www.denisemakescakes.com Creating Delicious Memories One Cake At A Time! Celebrate in style with a beautifully designed cake from DeniseMakesCakes. We offer formal and whimsical designs, all baked with the finest ingredients to ensure that your cake tastes as good as it looks. We are conveniently located in Queens and serve the NYC metropolitan area. In addition to cakes, we also make custom cupcakes,cookies, cake pops, chocolate party favors, and more! 917-689-4857 • www.denisemakescakes.com
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