The lifting of the bridal veil originally symbolised the bride crossing over her families home to that of her husbands'.
In ancient Greece, the bride's veil covered her from head to toe, unlike today where it covers the bride's face only. Whilst her face was veiled, it represented her innocence and purity. Only after the vows had been spoken was the veil lifted for the first kiss, celebrating the couple's first moment as husband and wife.
Also in ancient times, if the groom lifted the veil to kiss his bride, it was a sign that he dominated the relationship. Eventually, more and more women chose to lift their own veil, symbolising equality in the marriage.
Some say it is good luck if the veil is accidentally ripped on the wedding day.
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