What is a blusher and do I need one?
The blusher is the short veil that a bride wears over her face as she walks down the aisle. At the altar, the blusher is lifted to the back of the head and creates another layer to the longer veil. Some ceremonies require a blusher, if you don’t know already, and you are unsure, you should talk to your minister, priest or rabbi. Even if a blusher is not required for the wedding ceremony, many brides choose to wear this beautiful and traditional style for their grand entrance to the altar. Q: How long should my veil be? A: The length of your veil is determined by the style of your dress and your marriage ceremony, and these days, personal preference. A full gown with a train in a traditional wedding ceremony would call for a Cathedral length veil (3 yards long from head to train) or even a shorter Chapel length that trails just a few inches past your dress train. A simple elegant gown at an outdoor wedding might require a shorter veil, elbow length or fingertip length. The most importan