• Veils can be attached to headbands for a classic look.Brides Veil image by Kevin Cooke from Fotolia.com
  
  Headpieces worn by the bride can be subject to as many gazes and critiques as the wedding dress itself. A headband can be a functional accessory for keeping hair out of the bride's face and can be fashionable as well, adding a trendy, classic or formal touch. Choose a headband that complements the overall style and tone of the dress and wedding overall.
  
  

Veil

• Choose a headband with a veil attached to it. This could be either a long veil that cascades down your back or a blusher, with a net-style veil that covers your face. This will work whether your hair is down or in an updo. For a romantic look, leave the hair down and in loose curls or pulled half-up at the temples with the rest curled. Insert the headband and let the veil cover the loose locks, which will still be visible through the material. For the blusher style headband, pull the hair back in a throwback to the 1950s in a low, elegant bun. For a unique touch, pull the bun to either side instead of dead center. Insert the headband with the blusher to round out the look.
  
  

Flower

• A headband adorned with a flower offers a whimsical, exotic and classic touch to an ensemble. Part the hair to either side and use hot curlers or a thick curling iron to add loose and full waves to the hair. Insert the headband to keep the hair pulled back from the face. The headband will make the flower appear as though inserted in your hair, without the worry of having it fall out. The headband also doubles as a way of controlling the hair, especially for an outdoor wedding, keeping it out of your face.
  
  

Tiara

• For an elegant touch, a sparking, gem studded tiara-style headband will create a luxurious effect. Style the hair in an updo by tying it into a high ponytail. Curl the hair once secured and tuck the curls into the hair using bobby pins to create an elegant and intricate bun. Slide the headband over the head so it rests in front of the updo bun. The glittering headband will draw attention to the elegant hairstyle as well as add a touch of glitz.