Weddings Summer 2012 > Brides

Basia Custom Headdresses & Accessories

Basia’s headpieces and veils are chic and understated, with exquisite embellishments like ribbon, feathers, pearls, or Swarovski crystals ($60–$500). By appointment only. (good value)

Bridal Veil Falls

Owner Margaret Duncan specializes in restoring vintage veils, but she can also custom-make new pieces using an array of fabrics. Veils, tiaras, and flower-girl headpieces range from $80 to $800. (good value)

Bride's Head Revisited

The owners of this small boutique (who both did stints at the Costume Institute of the Met) will create one-of-a-kind headpieces. French veils start at $100, crystal combs and silk flowers at $75. (good value)

Cha Cha’s House of Ill Repute

This millinery house boasts celebrity fans like Rihanna and Justin Timberlake. Many of owner Dina Pisani’s creations are as saucy as the name implies, but prim toppers are also available. Prices start at $200. By appointment only.

Ellen Christine Millinery

Former costumer Christine skillfully turns out custom hats and headpieces at her Soho boutique. Expect creations adorned with handmade flowers and vintage veiling; bridal hats from $80. By appointment only.

Jenniferbehr.com

A go-to for handmade head wraps, headbands, and combs ($68–$1,250). Behr’s bridal collection features French veils with hand-dyed silk flowers, as well as versions with pearls and crystals ($225–$995). All items are made to order. (good value)

Leah C. Couture Millinery

Leah Chalfen’s custom feather work and wide-net veiling ($325–$1,500) has been featured in editorials shot by Karl Lagerfeld and Bruce Weber. Her designs balance modern edge with a vintage feel. By appointment only.

M&J Bridal Salon

Leah Chalfen’s custom feather work and wide-net veiling ($325–$1,500) has been featured in editorials shot by Karl Lagerfeld and Bruce Weber. Her designs balance modern edge with a vintage feel. By appointment only.

Monvieve.com

This Italian boutique takes a personalized approach to veils and headpieces by examining photos of your gown and then mailing swatches of Italian-made tulle and Chantilly lace to match. Brides can request a catalogue or place an order for an heirloom veil or high-fashion headpiece ($900–$5,000) by calling 646-963-2620 or e-mailing info@monvieve.com. Custom work is available upon request.

Regina B.

Brides in search of affordable headpieces will find more than 300 styles here, including intricate mother-of-pearl flower combs, all handmade in New York City. Hair combs from $125; veils from $50. By appointment only.

Sposabella Couture

This one-stop shop, which offers “everything for the bride except the groom,” specializes in headwear, with more than 350 headpieces (from $125) and 200 veils ($100–$3,000). It also carries silk-and-organza variations on the tux for gown-averse brides.

Sposabella Lace

Sposabella crafts beaded headpieces from a variety of elegant fabrics and is sought after for quickly rendered custom work (turnaround is ten days). Simple veils start at $65, long mantillas with lace trim at $350. (good value)

Suzanne Couture Millinery

Customers from nearby Reem Acra and Amsale come to this elegant boutique for attention-grabbing custom headpieces, hats, and veils (from $500).

From the Summer 2012 New York Wedding Guide