One of the oldest elements of a bridal ensemble, dating at least as far back as Ancient Greece, veils have largely remained a ...

One of the oldest elements of a bridal ensemble, dating at least as far back as Ancient Greece, veils have largely remained a staple accessory for even the most modern or subversive brides.

In Ancient Greece, the bridal veil, also known as a “flammeum,” was seen as a form of protection for women, shielding them from evil spirits, wedding jitters and other potential bad omens.

In Ancient Greece, the bridal veil, also known as a “flammeum,” was seen as a form of protection for women, shielding them from evil spirits, wedding jitters and other potential bad omens.

In Ancient Greece, the bridal veil, also known as a “flammeum,” was seen as a form of protection for women, shielding them from evil spirits, wedding jitters and other potential bad omens.

In Ancient Greece, the bridal veil, also known as a “flammeum,” was seen as a form of protection for women, shielding them from evil spirits, wedding jitters and other potential bad omens.