We've already written cost guides for wedding dresses, wedding flowers, wedding hair and makeup, and weddings in general (we have a post on how much a wedding costs in Ireland and how much a UK wedding costs!), and here, we're sharing the prices of wedding veils! There's a good chance that you've never purchased a veil before, so it can be difficult to know how much you should spend, and what the difference is between a €50/£40 and a €5000/£4000 veil! And, as always, we're here to help. Let's start with the seemingly straight-forward question, "how much does a wedding veil cost?"

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How Much Does a Wedding Veil Cost?

The good news is that veils are available for almost any budget, but, of course, the quality varies wildly! You can get a cheap piece of tulle and make your own for a couple of euro, but it will probably look more like the kind of veil you'd wear on your hen weekend than a gorgeous accessory worthy of one of the most fabulous dresses you've ever worn. You can purchase high-quality, short birdcage veils from as little as €50/£40. A high-quality cathedral-length veil will cost at least €100/£85. A custom-made veil created using very high-end fabrics can cost from €160/£135 and if it features statement embellishment you can expect to pay anything from €400/£350 to €1,000/£850 and beyond. If you're looking to find out the average cost of a wedding veil, you should find our guide below very useful!

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Our Wedding Veil Cost Guide:

Not sure which style of veil you're after - check out our guide to veil lengths and types!

• Pre-owned veil: €50/£40 - €250/£210+
• Vintage veil: €50/£40 - €250/£210+
• Birdcage veil: €50/£40 - €180/£150+
• Blusher veil: €50/£40 - €180/£150+
• Flyaway veil: €50/£40 - €100/£85+
• Shoulder-length veil: €50/£40 - €200/£170+
• Elbow-length veil: €50/£40 - €200/£170+
• Fingertip veil: €50/£40 - €500/£400+
• Ballet veil: €50/£40 - €500/£400+
• Juliet cap veil: €100/£85 - €500/£400+
• Mantilla: €100/£85 - €500/£400+
• Cathedral veil: €100/£85 - €500/£400+
• Bespoke cathedral veil: €150/£130 - €1,000/£850+

Image by Michelle Prunty Photography via One Fab Day

Where are the Best Places to Buy a Veil?

Most bridal boutiques stock veils, including budget-friendly options like Barnardos Bridal Rooms, and you can also find pre-owned options anywhere you'd find a pre-owned wedding dress, including classified sites. There are also lots of designers and brands that specialise in beautiful, unique veils.

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