5 ideas for baby christening dresses
This change means that the options for how a christening is celebrated are becoming wider and wider. Some people prefer a traditional church ceremony followed by a banquet, while others celebrate more informal events or events confined to the immediate environment.
This multiplicity of options also influences baby christening dresses. While more traditional people will prefer the classic white dress, there are other options that can be equally charming and fit the atmosphere of the event, whatever the level of formality.
With all this in mind, here are 5 ideas for baby dresses for different types of christenings in mind.
1. White baby christening dress
For a classic christening, the traditional dress is white or ivory, in fabrics such as cotton or linen and incorporating lace or embroidery. The most classic dresses are long and reach to the feet, and may include accessories or details that add volume to the skirt or sleeves.
With a traditional event in mind, our proposal for a christening dress is a little more modern and is designed to be comfortable for both baby and family.
Made from 100% cotton and with back slits for comfort, this plumeti dress with matching knickers is perfect for a classic christening with a more contemporary feel.
2. Christening blouse and bloomer set
Although it is traditional for all babies, both boys and girls, to wear dresses at christenings, one of the most common contemporary options is to dress the children in a shirt and bloomers outfit.
Formal outfits are perfect for all kinds of christenings, whether classic and formal or more modern and casual.
In this proposal, we combine a short-sleeved linen blouse with lace, in chemical white, with a pair of bloomers in the same fabric to achieve a comfortable, formal and contemporary baby boy's christening look.
3. Sand-coloured linen dress
Many people who want to celebrate a christening in a less formal or traditional way choose to dress the baby in colours other than white.
It is true that, although the symbolism of white at a classic christening is very important, as it is associated with the purity and innocence of the baby being welcomed into the world, it may not be a practical colour for a long event, as it can get dirty easily.
Opting for a dress in similar fabrics and with embroidery and details but in a sober tone other than white, such as this sand colour, can be an intermediate option between a classic celebration and a more casual one.
4. Dress or outfit with classic prints in soft tones for babies
For more casual celebrations, where the dress code or the event itself is more casual, there is room for colour.
Modern christenings are an opportunity to let your imagination run wild and look for formal dresses for girls or dungarees and shirts for boys with a more fun twist.
Classic prints, such as checks or stripes, in lighter tones, such as this green, blue or yellow, are perfect for those looking for a cooler alternative for the christening dress.
5. Brightly coloured floral print dress or outfit
Finally, for casual events where you want to celebrate and welcome a new member of the family, even floral prints in bright colours are suitable for christening dresses.
A flower print dress for girls or a set of printed blouse and bloomers for boys are perfect if you want to convey, on this special day, the joy, excitement and playfulness that go hand in hand with a new life.
A different way to dress your baby for his christening, as adorable as the rest of the options.
Do you prefer an emotional and traditional christening or are you planning a more informal and casual celebration?
