# Parasol Bridal Accessories Reem Acra Bridal Shows Quirky Veils for Spring 2014 By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2013-04-26 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reem-acra References: [wwd](http://www.wwd.com/runway/bridal-spring-2014/review/reem-acra) & [reemacra](http://www.reemacra.com/) Reem Acra recently showed her Spring 2014 collection at New York Bridal Fashion Week, pairing gowns with quirky accessories. Acra's dresses are beautiful and figure-flattering, adorned with meticulously applied [crystals, pearls and embroidery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diamonds-pearls). Despite the designer's use of traditional materials in her line, there are pieces in the collection that are sure to catch the eye of [non-traditional brides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katherine-tashs-spring-2026). One of the most revealing looks is a [tulle mini dress](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Anna-Suis-SpringSummer-2025) that exposes the back and shoulders. For those who prefer to wear a little more fabric on their wedding day, Acra sent models down the runway carrying parasols draped with tulle and cascading blossoms that doubled as veils. More unusual veils included 1920s-inspired headbands that read sentiments like "only you," "thank you for your love," and "just married." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.0/10 - Popularity: 86% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Weddings](https://www.trendhunter.com/weddings) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Quirky Bridal Accessories:** The trend of quirky bridal accessories offers an opportunity for innovative designers to create unique and unconventional pieces that cater to non-traditional brides. - **Meticulously Adorned Dresses:** The trend of meticulously adorned dresses presents an opportunity for designers to experiment with intricate crystal, pearl, and embroidery details, creating stunning and eye-catching bridal gowns. - **Multi-functional Veils:** The trend of multi-functional veils, such as parasols draped with tulle and blossoms, provides an opportunity for designers to combine functionality and style, offering brides versatile and unique accessories for their special day. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bridal Fashion:** The bridal fashion industry can capitalize on the trend of quirky bridal accessories by incorporating unconventional pieces into their collections, attracting non-traditional brides. - **Jewelry and Accessories:** The jewelry and accessories industry can seize the trend of meticulously adorned dresses by creating intricate crystal, pearl, and embroidery accessories that complement and enhance bridal gowns. - **Event Planning and Decor:** The event planning and decor industry can tap into the trend of multi-functional veils by offering unique and customizable veils and accessories that add a touch of whimsy and elegance to weddings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Statement-Making Bridal Veils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/non-traditional-wedding-veils.md) - [Curated Summer Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-atelier-collection.md) - [Intricate Bridal Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heli-kalkstein.md) - [Comfort-Focused Bridal Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pearly-mini-dress.md) - [Summer Bridal Guest-Of Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bridal-guestof-collection.md) - [Affordable Designer Bridalwear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/azazie-and-christian-siriano.md) - [Revived Luxury Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/davids-bridal-3.md) - [High-End Bridal Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vivienne-westwood-bridal-couture.md) - [Non-Traditional Wedding Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ssense-bridal-20.md)