Having a bad hair day on THE day is out of the question. These elegant DIY headpieces will ensure a lovely hairdo when you say “I Do.”
Whether your bridal style is modern, vintage, or somewhere in between, these wedding headpieces are sure to inspire. They're the perfect stress-free way to add a touch of DIY and uniqueness to your wedding day — or any day for that matter.
First up, Alison of The Knotty Bride demonstrates three ways to turn a bridal veil into a hairpiece.
Materials you'll need:
- a thrifted bridal veil (a soft-weight tulle works best -- a veil with an accented trim is a bonus!)
- a pair of scissors
- a length of vintage trim
- assorted jeweled broaches/pins/earrings
- a needle and thread.
Style 1:
Cut a strip of the veil 6" high and about a yard long. The length is variable, depending on how far down you want it to lie -- whether it be down to your shoulder, elbow, waist, etc. Fold the length of fabric in half and fold it to lie over the headband. Sew into place.
Measure the circumference of your head, where you want the headband to lie. Cut the trim to size and close the band by sewing the two ends together.
You're done! This piece gives the perfect modern spin to the conventional wedding veil -- a pretty and modern way to honor tradition.
