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Veils Store Directory

Basia Custom Headdresses & Accessories

304 Columbus Ave., nr. 74th St., Ste. 4C; 212-874-6720

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

Bridal Veil Falls

445 E. 9th St., nr. First Ave.; 212-674-3900; bridalveilfallsnyc.com

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

Bride's Head Revisited

1123 Broadway, nr. 25th St., Ste. 1001; 212-465-2613; bridesheadrevisited.net

The owners of this small boutique draw upon their art and design backgrounds (both once worked at the Costume Institute of the Met) to create unique headpieces for the style-conscious. French veils start at $100; crystal combs and silk flowers at $75. (good value)

Cha Cha’s House of Ill Repute

68 Jay St., nr. Front St., Ste. 312, Dumbo; 212-420-7450; chachashouse.com

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

Cymbeline Paris

5 E. 19th St., nr. Fifth Ave., second fl.; 888-296-2354; cymbelineusa.com

Founded by three sisters in the south of France, Cymbeline offers an assortment of elegant veils and mantillas (from $150 for short, from $450 for long) made of the same luxurious alençon and Chantilly laces used in their Parisian-chic gowns (from $2,000).

Ellen Christine Millinery

99 Vandam St., nr. Greene St.; 212-242-2457; ellenchristine.com

Christine, a former costumer, skillfully turns out custom hats and headpieces at her Soho boutique—expect creations adorned with handmade flowers and vintage veiling (from $150).

Jenniferbehr.com

Go here for elegant, handmade head wraps, headbands, and combs. Behr’s bridal collection features French veils with hand-dyed silk flowers in creams and blush tones, as well as feathered versions ($225–$995). All items are made to order; custom work is available upon request.

Jennifer Dule Couture

89 Fifth Ave, nr. 17th St., fourth fl.; 212-727-8700

Dule and her team of designers make everything from intricate veils (from $450) and accessories to custom gowns, suits, and mother-of-the-bride outfits. By appointment only.

Leah C. Couture Millinery

124 W. 30th St., nr. Sixth Ave., Ste. 203; 212-947-3505; leahc.com

Leah Chalfen’s custom bridal headpieces and wide-net veils ($325–$1,500) are contemporary with a vintage feel. By appointment only.

Sposabella Couture

69 Seventh Ave., nr. Lincoln Pl., Ste. A, Park Slope; 718-789-8700

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). They also offer silk-and-organza variations on the tux for gown-averse brides, plus dresses for more traditional tastes.

Sposabella Lace

252 W. 40th St., nr. Seventh Ave.; 212-354-4729; bridalveilsnewyork.com

Sposabella crafts beaded headpieces from a variety of elegant fabrics and is widely sought for quickly rendered custom work (turnaround is ten days). Simple veils start at $85; French veils at $300. (good value)

Stone Fox Bride

611 Broadway, at Houston St., Ste. 613 B; stonefoxbride.com

Molly Guy’s hippie-chic bridal boutique carries everything from gorgeous veiling by Gabrielle D’Amico to nontraditional gowns from designers like Daryl K. and Electric Feathers. Laid-back brides can also find underwear, wildflower garlands, and a house line of accessories in the sun-drenched space. Dresses from $250 to $7,000. Veils from $100 to $3,000.

Suzanne Couture Millinery

136 E. 61st St., nr. Lexington Ave.; 212-593-3232; suzannehats.com

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

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