This soft, non-scratchy tulle, "durable veil", is made using Illusion tule. This veil, appropriate for "First Eucharist," is light, drapes well, and is comfortable to wear. This veil is elbow length (approximately 21 inches) and trimmed with 1 inch French lace sewn flat around the edges of the tulle. This veil is held in place with a heavily beaded satin headband and a 2” clear plastic comb which allows the veil to be suitable for many hair styles. This made to order veil is machine washable and may be starched to give it more body. NOTE: Remove the First Communion veil from the packaging and allow the veil to hang for approximately two (2) weeks before wearing. This procedure will allow any creases to drop out "naturally. If creasing is persistent, or time is limited, hang the veil in a "humid environment" to speed up the process. Do not iron the veil. When storing the veil make sure to give reasonable space for hanging. Don’t squeeze it between other hanging clothes. A damp storage environment is not a good choice for your veil. Soap and cold water will do the cleaning. Scrubbing hard will damage the fabric. Don’t use dryers or any source of heat to dry this veil. Do not iron. Just hang it in an open surrounding to drip dry.