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Who unveils the bride?

Two tier wedding veil with the blusher over the face

In short

There are no real rules. Many people see it as traditional for the father to raise the blusher at the altar before handing his daughter to the groom. Lots of brides leave it down until after the vows, when the groom lifts it for the first married kiss. The choice is yours.

There are no real rules when it comes to unveiling the bride. Many people feel that it is traditional for the father to raise the blusher of his daughter's veil when they reach the altar before handing her to the groom.

However, lots of brides choose to leave the veil down until after the vows, when the groom lifts the blusher for the first married kiss.

The most important thing is to feel comfortable, so ultimately the decision is entirely yours! x 

Britten bride smiling under the blusher of her two tier veil, with a lace headband

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