As Simon mentioned, at least Alden redyes their Color 8 cordovan darker than the factory finish, and its to me also more purple in tint, kind of a dark plum instead of the usual reddish brown
Brand: Mix Mix Style Gender: Female Age group: Adult Country: UK Color: Black Occasions: Weddings, Proms, Birthday Parties, Cocktails, Celebrations, Wedding Anniversaries, Gifts, Homecoming, Holidays, Date Dinners, Formal Evening Events, Bachelorette Parties, Bridal Showers, Night Out, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, New Year's Eve Parties, Halloween, Christmas or any other of your favorite occasions
The veil should be dull black silk crape (1840s mourning clothing)
However, the insignia was resurrected for use by the United States Air Force Band