Confirmation veils were worn in High Anglican Churches by girls being confirmed until the 1960s. Some churches lent them to the girls, others owned their own veil. This veil was donated by Mrs Joy IvoryA square silk veil, folded back on the monogrammed corner. The embroidered 'W' stands for Watson, the family name of the owner.Embroidered with a W on one cornerfashion and textiles collection - kew historical society, lace, women's clothing, confirmation veils, girl's clothing

Digital copy of a photograph from a personal photograph album belonging to Judith Scurfield.Photograph of a group of girls in veils at a confirmation ceremony at St Hilary's Anglican Church, Kew on 14 September 1961confirmation ceremonies, st hilary's church - kew (vic)