Veils have earned their place as a timeless wedding accessory—not just for their romantic flair, but also for the deep ...

In a world where wedding traditions are constantly evolving, one enigmatic accessory steadfastly remains: the bridal veil.

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.

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.

Many brides opt to wear an elegant veil to complete their wedding day look. The veil has a long history, dating back to ancient Rome and Greece. The reason why brides wear veils has changed.

Looking back on the tradition of why brides wear veils, it's clear why it can be such a tricky choice, because it's not just about a gorgeous photo opp. Truly, the history of this tradition is ...

That's not the only bridal veil theory floating around, though. As Huffington Post reported, the flammeum was also perfectly sized to the bride so that she could wear it again — at her funeral ...

It turns out that veils first became popular in the Roman times when a red sheet, called a 'flammeum', was used to cover the bride from head-to-toe.

Wedding veils have had a tricky time the last few years, with many brides (including royals) deciding not to wear one.But then Meghan Markle opted for a thoroughly gorgeous veil on her big day ...

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.

By Leah Dolan, CNN (CNN) — 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 ...