Choosing a Veil Length
| Length | Face veil | Second tier | | 36'' - Child's | 15'' | 21'' | | 45'' - Shoulder | 19'' | 26'' | | 54'' - Waist | 24'' | 30'' | | 72'' - Hip | 28'' | 44'' | | 108'' - Floor | 28'' | 80'' | | 126'' - Train | 28'' | 98'' | | 144'' - Cathedral | 28'' | 116'' | The length is as described when ordering. The actual finished length is the second tier length. This is from comb to hem. All sizes are approximate.
Choosing a Veil Colour
The following colour descriptions are for guidance only. The choice of colour is your responsibility. If in doubt please purchase a veiling net swatch card from the 'Wedding Veils' product page. | Net Colour | Gown Colour | | White | Bright white polyester | | Off-white | Natural whites, very pale ivory | | Ivory | Ivory silks, very pale creams | | Champagne | Dark cream, pale gold, cappuccino | | Rum Pink | Rum pink, oyster, mink | | Gold | Mid and darker gold, cinnamon | | Red | Bright red / scarlet | | Black | Black, dark gold, cinnamon |
Choosing a Scatter bead
Scatter beading
This is a way of adding subtle amounts of sparkle to your veil, which will enhance the overall image.
If your gown is beaded then you could match the beading from your gown! Scatter beading is available in pearls, crystals or diamante.
The pearls are available in white, ivory or black and will be added to match your veiling colour, unless specified otherwise.
i.e.; a white veil would be scattered with white pearls etc.
If the veiling is in gold but you have chosen a black thread then we would add a black pearl.
The Crystals are AB swarovski crystals. This means that they are predominantly classed as clear but shine with the colours of the spectrum (like a rainbow). These are particularly sparkly, but don't look too obvious against the gown.
The Diamantes are flat backed crystals mounted onto silver backs, therefore giving an overall silver appearance. These are sometimes referred to as Rhinestones.
They are more visible than crystals, and are better suited to silvery themes.
Choosing a comb style
No gather is similar to medieval, or twenties styles where the veil was literally placed over the head and attached by a circlet of flowers. We attach the veil to a clear crystal comb so that it is secured at the crown but without any fullness. Half gather is more traditional, where the combed area has fullness of veiling which hangs in gathers around the shoulders. This is sometimes referred to as the ''Drop Shoulder'', as the sides of the veil fall onto the shoulders in folds. Full gather has these side folds gathered up into the comb, so giving a much fuller veil around the head. For photographs showing each of these options please click here to be re-directed to visit our sister website. You will then need to hit the "back Button" on the top left hand corner of your screen to continue browsing on this site.
Choosing a gown colour
When choosing a colour, don't be led by your hair colour too much. Although this is important, the skin tone is more crucial. This is probably the day that you bare more than any other, with strapless dresses being so popular. So when comparing colours hold them up against your bust, showing your chest, shoulders and neck area, as well as your face and hair!
Very seldom do brides actually opt for white. In general white is a very harsh colour, due to the blue optic tones added to the dye to make it brighter. This results in the skin tone often looking drained of colour!
Most widely used colour is ivory. This is a much softer warmer tone, making it more flattering to the skin.
Brides with very pale skin often look better in deeper tones, such as antique ivory (similar to cream), or cafe creme (a buttery pale gold)or even the darker version, bridal gold.
A full swatch card showing all of the colours available for each silk type is available to buy from the "Swatches and Samples" link above.
Choosing a gown size
These measurements are approximate. Please remember that each outfit is cut and sewn by hand, and will vary slightly due to the nature of the product. All outfits will need to be fitted and adjusted by a qualified seamstress. Full instructions and guidance given!!
| Centimetres | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | | Bust | 81 | 85 | 89 | 93 | 98 | 103 | 108 | | Waist | 62 | 66 | 70 | 74 | 79 | 84 | 89 | | Hip | 88 | 92 | 96 | 100 | 104 | 109 | 114 | | Nape to Waist | 40.5 | 41 | 41.5 | 42 | 42.5 | 43.5 | 44.5 | | Waist to Hem | 117 | 117 | 117 | 117 | 117 | 117 | 117 | | | | | | | | | | | Inches | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | | Bust | 32 | 33½ | 35 | 36½ | 38½ | 40½ | 42½ | | Waist | 24½ | 26 | 27½ | 29 | 31 | 33 | 35 | | Hip | 34½ | 36¼ | 37¾ | 39¼ | 41 | 43 | 45 | | Nape to Waist | 16 | 16¼ | 16¼ | 16½ | 16¾ | 17 | 17½ | | Waist to Hem | 46 | 46 | 46 | 46 | 46 | 46 | 46 | | | | | | | | | | Tips on Measuring:
Bust: Around fullest part of bust with a level tape measure.
Waist: Around narrowest part of waist, standing upright and breathing normally. Add two fingers beneath tape for comfort!
Hip: Around the fullest part of the seat with a level tape measure. (This is usually approx 8'' below the waist)
Nape: This is the nobbly part of the lower back-neck!
Waist to Floor: Stand upright feet slightly apart. Measure from waist at a slight outward angle to the floor (to allow for skirt fullness), wearing shoes of a similar height!
Your size will be determined by the largest size indicated from your measurements. Remember that bridalwear is very fitted, with NO in-built tolerances, or ''room for movement'', which is present in everyday clothes. Remember to be generous with your measuring!
Also note that most ladies vary slightly from time to time during their natural cycle. This can have quite an impact on some measurements. If you know that you tend to swell at certain times, please remember to allow for this!
Need your shoes colouring?
Rainbow have a dedicated professional team of highly trained staff to colour your shoes to any swatch.
This process is done under natural daylight conditions and requires a 2'' x 2'' swatch of colour.
Dying of shoes will not be undertaken without a colour swatch.
Aftercare:
Your colour matched shoes will require waterproofing as the colours used are water based.
Coloured shoes cannot be exchanged, so please ensure correct fit before ordering.
To order select ''dyed to swatch'' from the options menu, select your size and "add to basket"
After processing your order please send a 2'' x 2'' swatch of colour, along with your address, e-mail address and tel number to the us at:
Just Brides Ltd
Cote How
Rydal
Ambleside
Cumbria
LA22 9LW
PLEASE REMEMBER THAT SHOE DYING CAN TAKE FROM 3-6WEEKS DURING BUSY TIMES.
PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU ALLOW ENOUGH TIME.
European Size Chart
Comparison of UK to European sizing
| UK | EU | | UK | EU | | 10 | 28 | | 5 | 38 | | 11 | 29 | | 5½ | 39 | | 12 | 30/31 | | 6 | 39/40 | | 13 | 32 | | 6½ | 40 | | 1 | 33 | | 7 | 40/41 | | 2 | 34 | | 7½ | 41 | | 2½ | 35 | | 8 | 42 | | 3 | | | 8½ | 42/43 | | 3½ | 35/36 | | 9 | 43 | | 4 | 37 | | 9½ | 44 | | 4½ | 37/38 | | 10 | 44/45 |
Underwear Size Charts
BRAS
UK | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | USA | 30 | 32 | 34 | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | EUROPE | 65 | 70 | 75 | 80 | 85 | 90 | 95 | 100 | FRANCE | 80 | 85 | 90 | 95 | 100 | 105 | 110 | 115 | ITALY | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
ACCESSORIES UK | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 | 16 | 18 | 20 | 22 | EURO | 36 | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | FRANCE | 38 | 40 | 42 | 44 | 46 | 48 | 50 | 52 | ITALY | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 |
Hosiery size chart
| Size | Height (ft, inches) | | Sml | 4'11'' - 5'3'' | | Med | 5'4'' - 5'8'' | | Lge | 5'9'' - 6'00'' |
Rush Orders!
ALL RUSH ORDERS MUST BE PLACED BY TELEPHONE SO THAT WE CAN ADVISE WHETHER WE CAN DELIVER TO YOU WITHIN YOUR TIME SCHEDULES!
Please note: There is an additional charge for this service: Gowns:
Less than 6 months - Surcharge £100
Less than 3 months - Surcharge £150
Veils, Posy Bags & Garters
Less than 3 weeks - surcharge £10.00
Shoes
Un-dyed – Less than 3 weeks - Surcharge £10
Dyed – Less that 3 weeks - Surcharge £20
Dyed – Less than 1 week - Surcharge £60
Delivery Methods
All methods of delivery require a signature upon receipt. UK ORDERS
All UK orders up to 2kgs in weight are posted first class via ''Recorded Delivery''.
Please note that although recoeded delivery is sent on a first class basis, this service can sometimes be disrupted and goods which go astray will not be deemed as lost (by the Post Office) until they have been missing for 14 days. If you want to guarantee your delivery then we strongly urge you to upgrade your delivery to Special Delivery. There is a surcharge of £10 for this service which needs to be administered by telephone only. OVERSEAS ORDERS
Orders posted overseas, incl. Channel Islands, up to 2kgs will be sent via ''Airsure''.
Orders over 2kgs will be sent via ''Parcelforce Worldwide''. All items despatched can be tracked online. If you would like the tracking number please contact us.
Normal Delivery Schedules
SHOES, JEWELLERY
These are usually despatched within 2 weeks.
Please allow an additional 2 weeks for dyed shoes. These times may vary during busy times. If you are worried about ordering in time, please call us on 0845 4662266 to check availability and to be given a more precise delivery time.
VEILS, GARTERS, AND POSY BAGS
These are handmade to your own requirements and can require upto 3 weeks to despatch.
MULTIPLE PURCHASES
As the costs of delivery are calculated on the weight of your order, multiple item orders will be despatched when the order is complete.
If you require certain items earlier please order them separately. All schedules given are for guidance only, although we generally deliver well within this timeframe! We aim to despatch most goods to you within the time frames stated. If you need an item in less time than this we can usually accommodate urgent orders, however, there is a surcharge for this.
Please not that once an item has been despatched we cannot be held responsible for delivery times / delivery, unless you have upgraded your item and paid extra postage for SPECIAL DELIVERY, which is surcharged.
Please telephone for details.
Paying for your Order
Once you are happy with your purchases and you have checked your order details and that your delivery zone is correct, click on "Checkout" to proceed to payments. To check exchange rates please visit this website.
CHECKOUT
You will be automatically re-directed to a secure page at HSBC bank. You will need to input all of your card details at this point.
Please refer to our Privacy Policy at the foot of the page for more information regarding security etc.
HSBC will take your card details etc. We accept Debit, Credit and American Express cards. Please ensure that the address given is the billing address for the card being used and not your desired delivery address.
The secure checks which are made by the card issuers will not authorise a payment if the address does not EXACTLY match that which they have on file for the card being used.
If you are experiencing any problems trying to make a payment, or if you are not sure whether your payment has been made, please contact us on 0845 4662266.
We can e-mail a fax back order form to you, or take your order by telephone.
Your Shopping Basket
To view the item/s in your basket, click on "Shopping Basket" from the top RHS of the screen at any time.
If an item is wrong then click on the delete button on the RHS of that item only. To re-select an item start your selection process again.
Once you are totally satisfied with your order then check your delivery zone in the dropdown menu on the LHS to add the appropriate P&P rates.
Remember that UK is for mainland UK only. Ireland, The Isles of Scilly and the Channel Isles etc are all classed as Europe.
If you have not paid enough P&P you order will be delayed until full payment has been received.
P&P rates are calculated on weight, so it may beneficial to order any other items at the same time to save on P&P expenses!
When you are ready to proceed to payments then click on the 'Checkout' button on the RHS at the foot of the page.
Making your order
All items found under the "Wedding Products" list can be purchased here online.
Click on a department to see more options, then on a category or product. The products all have pricing, sizing and colour options built in. You can view all of these options by clicking on the product thumbnail image to get to the product page. The product page has a product description and cheapest price displayed. To see pricing options, select you desired colour, size etc and the website will calculate the appropriate price. If you need this price converting to another currency please see this exchange website for help.
To purchase this item simply click "Add to Basket" which is displayed underneath the price.
You can then go back into the site and choose other items such as garters, veils, headdresses etc. Add these in the same way.
To view the items in your basket, you can click on "Shopping Basket" from the top RHS of the screen at any time.
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