I don't look... weird, do I?

Well that's good then...

Incidentally, is there any significance behind this white thingamabob?

That... is known as a Wataboushi, a bride's silken floss headdress whose name is derived from clumps of snow collecting on stones, tree branches, etc.

Its original purpose was as a heavy article of clothing meant to keep out the cold.

Nothing but a white kimono could match such a thing.

Hohh~ just as I expected...

The deep closeness of a betrothal partner is signified by the bride being so densely shrouded such that one can see naught but her face.