The conclusion of a church marriage is an important and deliberate step, and not just a beautiful ritual. This is a special mystery between a man and a woman who make a vow of eternal love and fidelity to God. Two Orthodox become one family.
Preparation for this exciting day requires compliance with strict requirements, according to the Orthodox canons and established traditions. The bride and groom are supposed to look appropriate in the church. Close attention is paid along with the bride and groom.
A number of requirements are put forward for the clothes of parishioners in the church. It is believed that a woman is worthless to cross the threshold of the holy monastery with her head uncovered. And too frank clothes, bare shoulders and knees, a deep neckline, a naked back are also unacceptable. Believers worship the church order and strive to look appropriate. Especially during the wedding ceremony.
Why do brides put on a scarf
The apostle Paul also uttered that brides are supposed to have a veil on their heads at the wedding, as a symbol of humility before a future husband. It was considered sinful and shameful for parishioners to appear in front of the icons with their heads uncovered. In Russia at all times, married women visited the walls of the temple with their heads covered. So they expressed their reverence for this church tradition. The bride was also wearing a certain headdress.
A traditional wedding veil is not suitable for this occasion., so women put on a special shawl on the ceremonial wedding ceremony. He not only covers the head of the newlywed, but gives it an image of romance and purity. Sometimes instead of a scarf the bride uses a stole.In modern times, this is very important, because often the wedding and wedding take place on the same day, and the stole can hide for a while the frank elements of the newlywed's dress. This is a chaste decision for every Orthodox who respects the traditions of her faith.
Special attention should be paid to fixing the scarf on the hair, so that you do not have to be distracted from the ritual by correcting the falling tissue.
Kinds of scarves
Manufacturers produce different types of women's hats for the temple.
- Stole - a rectangular accessory sewn from light fabric: chiffon, silk, cotton. A fairly wide and long product trimmed around the edges with lace or a fur edge.
- Hood - A convenient image element resembling an ordinary hood, with an extension to the shoulders, fastens with buttons. A variety of such a product can be considered a spacious cloak - "cloak". Its length can reach the floor. A dress with a train looks especially harmonious with this drop-down accessory. Favorite option for modest brides who worship religious charters.
- Bolero with a hood - A great solution for the bride and groom, wearing a sleeveless outfit.
- Shawl - woven or knitted accessory of large size. It is also commonly called stole. The length of such a product is not less than 1.5 m, and the width is from 0.8 to 1.4 m.
Colors and fabrics
The most popular are lace wedding scarves. They are made from delicate fabric adorned with artfully woven patterns. Openwork shawl emphasizes the romantic and delicate image of the bride.
A chiffon headscarf also looks sophisticated and chaste. It can be embroidered with silk or lace embroidery.
Thin cotton is also not overlooked by brides who are going to the altar. A cotton scarf is chosen in the cold season, complementing a fairly dense fabric with fur.
Among the brides, scarf colors are popular: white, ivory, milk, cream. All light, pastel colors are welcome and look appropriate at the wedding ceremony. And juicy shades of the color palette and dark options are better to prefer for another reason.
You need to choose a scarf in accordance with the entire outfit so that the image looks harmonious. If the dress will be one or several tones lighter, even a beautiful scarf may seem dirty, and the bride’s image is untidy.
How to tie a scarf
The traditional way to tie a scarf is under the chin. But solemn moments allow other options. You can simply put the scarf on your head, crossing the ends and throwing them behind your back. This method is suitable for long products, with ties of sufficient length. If the material is heavy and does not move off the hair, you can simply throw a scarf over your head. But for reliability, it is better to attach the product to the hair with hairpins.
The most convenient cut of the scarf is in the form of a voluminous hood: no need to think about how to attach or tie it. It is easy to put on and take off, does not spoil the complex hairdo, covers its head well and does not fall off the shoulders.
The white hood is often chosen by modern newlyweds for weddings in the church. For a wedding, it is better to choose a not too intricate hairstyle, since under the scarf it can lose shape. And under the hairstyle of complex design it is more difficult to choose a hat. It is easiest to fix a veil on the hair, but not always its style covers the head sufficiently.
The scarf is ideal for a wedding ceremony from all angles and in all respects. It remains only to choose the right one for a certain dress and image.
How to choose
On sale now there are enough wedding scarves for every taste and for all kinds of images. To make a successful purchase, it is worth listening to the recommendations.
- Ask your priest beforehand whether it is supposed to wear wreaths at the ceremony. If so, you should pay attention to a non-slip cotton scarf. Atlas, silk and synthetic materials are too slippery, it will be problematic to stay on top of them.If the crowns are supposed to be kept above their heads, any scarf will do. In the summer, translucent chiffon products, chic wraps from tulle, delicate lace and silk shimmering in the sun look great. In frost, accessories on the head of wool, angora, thin mohair, fur are permissible.
- It is not necessary to choose a conservative wedding cape as conservative as possible. The church favors beauty. Embroidery with beads, sequins, intricate braiding, rhinestones is welcome. The main thing is that beauty should not be defiantly vulgar, and the color of the headdress should be “flashy".
- If you are planning a wedding in a dress with bare shoulders and a deep neckline on your chest, it is advisable to look at the scarves made in the form of a stylish hood with a bolero. The same style is ideal for tight-fitting dresses, fitted dresses without an elaborate cut.
- If there are catchy decorations on the bodice of the wedding dress, it is more reasonable for the bride to put on a scarf that completely covers them. After the wedding, in a restaurant or at a photo shoot, you can show the outfit in all its beauty and splendor. Choose a different place and time to surprise guests.
Cost
In online stores and real retail outlets, a diverse collection of wedding scarves is presented. The price of products ranges from 400 to 5 thousand rubles. If you want to save on a purchase, you can purchase an accessory in an online store or sew it yourself. The minus of the virtual store is that the scarf cannot be tried on before purchase. A plus of personal work on tailoring is the observance of all details, size and the choice of the fabric most suitable for the dress.
For sewing you will need only basic skills of cutting and sewing, a little time and cost of materials. But for sure it will turn out an exclusive thing with a special energy for an equal celebration. The easiest way to make a classic head scarf. No need to consider this option boring and standard. Beautiful patterns on the fabric or weaving lace will make it an elegant addition to the outfit.
You can tie it on the head in different ways. It will look great on the bride under the church arches.
After the intended use, the scarf purchased for the wedding is supposed to be stored and not allowed to be vilified, donated, don’t be worn at other events. This is a symbol of a special sacred ceremony that requires careful treatment.
See how to sew a wedding scarf with your own hands in the next video.
