10 Editor’s Picks Celebrating the Beauty of the Wedding Veil

Few bridal accessories transform a photo like the wedding veil. It softens light, creates drama, and is often used to elevate the artistry of portraits and candid shots alike. Our newest Editor’s Picks show how today’s best photographers are capturing this timeless accessory for editorial and exceptional wedding collections. We’ve grouped our winners into three themes; portraits, wedding veils in motion, and the veil as the subject itself. Scroll down and discover how a wedding veil can add an exceptional element to your wedding photos or photography portfolio.

Wedding Veil Portraits

1. Regal Elegance
In the first image (photo by Álvaro Ching Photography), the bride cathedral-length lace wedding veil drapes over her shoulders and cascades to the floor. Capturing the windowlight through the veil, the rich interior and the bride's gorgeous gown, Alvaro Ching brings grandeur and elegance to a classic bridal portrait.

2. Dreamy Minimalism
Our second portrait (photo by Lusia Studio Photography) is a masterclass in simplicity. Shot in soft, airy light, the bride stands in profile under a sheer wedding veil that falls effortlessly over her strapless gown. With no background distractions, the viewer’s eye goes straight to the serene expression on the bride's face and fine details of the veil. It’s a reminder that even the most understated veils can create striking editorial images.

3. Bold Color and Tradition
Our third pick (photo by Matei Horvath Photography) highlights a bride wearing a rich red lehenga and a matching red wedding veil under an opulent floral arbor. This Editor’s Pick celebrates the way veils are embraced across culture, acting as both a fashion statement and a meaningful tradition. Capturing the vibrant red against a blue-sky backdrop, photographer Matei Horvath made this photo a celebration of light and color.

Wedding Veils in Motion

4. Sensational Layers
In this portrait (photo by Stefano Ferrier Wedding Photographer), a bride wraps herself and her bouquet in layers of tulle. The wedding veil becomes both accessory and cocoon, giving the image intimacy and texture. The soft folds echo the bouquet’s colors, proving that a veil can act as a stylistic bridge between dress and florals.

5. Artistic Kisses
Dezine by Mauro captures a couple kissing under a dramatically twirling wedding veil in black and white. The motion transforms the veil into abstract brushstrokes, creating a cinematic moment full of mystery and movement. This image shows how a long veil becomes a creative tool, letting photographers play with wind, angles, and slow shutter speeds.

6. Outdoor Portraits
Gary Evans Photography’s image of a couple walking under a vast sky makes the wedding veil a literal extension of the landscape. Flowing horizontally behind the bride, it connects the couple to the horizon, giving the composition power and scale. This is a perfect example of how an outdoor setting can amplify the drama of a veil in motion.

7. The Wedding Veil in Motion
In this creative shot (photo by Raini Rowell Photography, Scotland), the bride’s wedding veil whips around her face like a sculptural form. The swirling fabric reveals just a hint of her profile, turning an ordinary portrait into something fashion-forward and mysterious. Movement is everything here, and Rani Rowell makes the most of it.

8. Fine-Art Composition
Our eighth image (photo by J. Olson Weddings) features another swirling wedding veil, but in a completely different mood. The bride is shot in dramatic low light, and the fabric floats like mist against the dark backdrop. This Editor’s Pick proves that veils can be used as tools to create artistic and  abstract photos that go beyond the ordinary.

The Wedding Veil as the Subject

9. A Veil That Speaks for Itself
Roberto Ricca Photo & Video captures a quiet, documentary-style moment with the wedding veil itself draped over a chair while family members chat in the background. The long train of sheer fabric pools on the floor, glowing in window light. By removing the bride from the frame, this photo lets the veil become the center of attention, symbolizing anticipation and the ritual of getting ready.

10. A Cinematic Exit
Finally, Jorge Sastre, shows a couple driving away in a vintage convertible with the wedding veil streaming dramatically out the back. This shot blends movement, setting, and the symbolism of freedom and new beginnings, along with a touch of old-Hollywood glamour. It’s a reminder that the veil isn't just for the ceremony; it can be a wonderful storytelling element throughout the wedding day.

Wedding Veil Photography Tips

• Sheer veils capture light easily, so pick one that is light and see through.
• Wear a medium length or long veil to create more drama in your photos.
• Be sure to secure your veil well and consider weighting the ends if your getting married outside.
• Remember, lace edging and other embellishments can add to your look, but be careful with patterns that can obsure your face or cast distracting shadows.

Wedding Veil Trends to Watch

In 2025, we’re seeing brides choose wedding veils that are more personal than ever:

• Longer and Lighter: Extra-long cathedral veils made of airy tulle for maximum drama without weight.
• Color and Embroidery: Personal messages, initials, or bold colors stitched directly into the veil.
• Convertible Pieces: Cape veils or detachable overlays for two different looks in one.
• Vintage Heirlooms: Restored family veils making their way back into ceremonies and photo sessions.

These trends give photographers and couples new ways to make the wedding veil shine in photos.

Final Thoughts

The wedding veil remains one of the most powerful storytelling tools in wedding photography. As these Editor’s Picks demonstrate, it can transform a simple pose into a cinematic moment, a candid into a work of art, and a quiet room into a scene of anticipation.

If you’re planning your wedding, consider how your wedding veil will photograph in different settings—indoors, outdoors, in motion, or at rest. And if you’re a photographer, don’t underestimate how versatile this single accessory can be for creative expression.

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